
Medicinal Herbs from the Garden
Compared with the precision of modern diagnosis and prescription medicine, herbal remedies can seem out of place. But herbal preparations were once the only medications available.
Technology»
The Power of Google Searches: How to Leverage Technology in Your Search for a Missing Person (9/25/23)In our tech-driven world, technology touches nearly every facet of our daily lives. From chatting with friends online to grabbing your groceries …
Hiding Your Job Search From Your Current Employer (9/20/23)Not too long ago I was talking to a friend about the job search process in general and the use of job boards in particular. He had a concern …
Social Media Email Alerts for WordPress (9/18/23)Introduction Have you ever noticed that your site was submitted to social media sites, but only days after the submission? Ever wished you had …
Feedback from Fellow Project Managers (9/16/23)I sometimes get e-mails from those in or trying to get in to the field of project management. Here are a couple of the recent ones with the names …
Five Decision Making Traps (9/13/23)Meetings are the mainstay of corporate of America. After all, if we actually spent our time doing productive things instead of meeting, …
Leisure & Home»
Top 9 MMA Fighters & Their Favorites Hobbies (9/26/23)https://unsplash.com/photos/jAke8NofTtE Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) has become a global phenomenon, drawing some of the world's most skilled …
Understanding Compost: What You Need To Know (9/17/23)Compost, compost, compost — any time you talk to anyone about gardening or farming, all you hear about is compost. The stuff seems so …
3 Cool Features of the Game Aviator (9/14/23)Online casino games today come in many variations, so every casino gamer can find something they like. One of the popular games these days is …
Harbor Bird Pictures (9/08/23)I was recently on Ocracoke Island in North Carolina. This island marks the southern most end of what is called the Outer Banks. The busiest part …
Jungle Survival in Costa Rica (9/07/23)Many travelers consider parts of Central America to be paradise given the many beach resorts one can stay in. However, getting lost away from …
Health & Fitness»
When to Call EMS (9-1-1): When In Doubt, Call (10/02/23)Calling EMS or 9-1-1 should be one of the top priorities if someone is having a medical emergency or is unconscious. This is particularly true if …
Warming Up and Cooling Down Before and After Exercising (10/02/23)Despite all the experts telling us that we should warm-up and stretch before a workout, there is no scientific evidence that this helps in any …
Questions to Ask Your Doctor or Pharmacist About Medications (9/30/23)Use this list of questions as a checklist before starting any medication What is the name of the drug? (Be sure to ask about both the brand name …
7 Steps to Reducing Stress: Regain Balance For a Happier and Healthier Life (9/28/23)Many things can make us feel anxious, afraid or just stressed out. That includes our busy lives, our work, our friends and, yes, our family. And …
The Immune System: The Never-Ending War That Keeps You Alive (9/26/23)The human body is constantly bombarded by millions of viruses, bacteria, and other disease-causing microorganisms, or pathogens. Fortunately, …
Money Management»
Online Investing vs. Traditional Financial Planners (9/27/23)Many individual investors are moving away from the more traditional broker and planner relationships of the past to self-directed online …
Maintaining Your Team Of Efficient Electricians (9/26/23)Inefficiencies can drag down any business, regardless of what industry you work in. However, there are some types of businesses where those same …
Easy Ways to Make Money without Much Risk (9/12/23)If you want to make more money but just have no idea where to begin then you have nothing to worry about. This guide will help you to make a …
The Role of Liquidity Providers in Decentralized Exchanges (9/11/23)In the rapidly growing world of Decentralized Exchanges (DEXs), Liquidity Providers (LPs) play a pivotal role. Liquidity providers are vital in …
How Many Cryptocurrencies Have Failed? (9/08/23)Cryptocurrencies don't seem to be running out of steam anytime soon. Even in the bear market of today, long-term holders and crypto …
Travel»
Latourell Falls, Oregon: A Spectacular Falls With Few Rivals (9/29/23)Many waterfalls grace the spectacular Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in northern Oregon, but few rival little-known Latourell Falls in …
Pickle Festival of Winchester, New Hampshire (9/25/23)You've heard of autumn festivals celebrating apples, pumpkins and other goodies — but how about a pickle festival? Winchester, New …
Civil War History at the Carter House Museum of Nashville, Tennessee (9/24/23)We're big Civil War buffs, so we wanted our grandchildren, Jessica, 10, and Mikey, 8, to experience some Civil War history. But we …
Toketee Falls, Oregon: The State's Most Gorgeous Waterfall (9/23/23)Toketee Falls in southwestern Oregon ranks among the state's most gorgeous waterfalls. Given the sheer number of falls here, that's …
Houseboating on Lake Powell, Arizona (9/22/23)My husband and I recently experienced a truly unique vacation–floating for 5 days aboard a 54-foot houseboat on Lake Powell in northern …
Pets & Animals»
A Quick Peek At Whiptails (Teiidae) (10/02/23)The stomach scales of the Teiidae are much larger than those of other lizards. Differences between sexes: In the sexually mature male the head is …
Aquarium Plant Sellers in Canada (9/21/23)The (hopefully) ever-growing list of aquarium-plant sellers that ship across Canada.
Freshwater Aquarium Tools, Calculators, and Spreadsheets (9/01/23)The web is full of tools, calculators, and spreadsheets that can help you plan and maintain a healthy aquarium. However, it can take time to find …
Surviving in Harsh Environments: Some Freshwater Fish Are Undaunted (8/28/23)Refuges may prevent detection or prevent attack. Those that prevent detection by a predator are usually hiding places in one form or another. But …
Freshwater Aquarium Algaecide Ingredients (8/26/23)The following has been copied from the Algaecide ingredients thread on UKAPS. I'm publishing it here to make sure I have the info even if …