Gardening Calendar (Free Downloadable PDF)
Despite what many people think, gardening is a year round activity. Planting, fertilizing, and pruning are best done at different times of the year.
Technology»
It is a harsh truth that there are people out there who are trying to cause damage to our computers or simply use them for their own purposes …
If you've created an online service or app and need to check that it's functional for use, one of the systems you may need to check …
Outlook Still Better Than Thunderbird (5/01/25)The philosophy behind portable applications appeals to so much that I spend a lot of time evaluating replacements for the non-portable software …
Listening Tips for Consultants (4/18/25)Perhaps even more important than being able to ask the right questions, is being a good listener. This area is often neglected because few people …
Converting PNG to SVG is a common step for designers, illustrators, and crafters who work with scalable graphics. While PNG is excellent for …
Leisure & Home»
Surviving a Sandstorm (5/19/25)You don't hear too many stories about people being caught in sandstorms. This is largely because you pretty much need to be in a desert …
Wiring the Trunk Choose wire of the correct thickness. Cut it to length, and push one end into the soil behind the trunk of the tree. To anchor …
Image source: https://images.pexels.com/photos/5475752/pexels-photo-5475752.jpeg Online gaming has a cheating problem, and it's more common …
Return to player is considered an important parameter that determines the long-term economic attractiveness of various games in social casinos. …
Dealing with Weather and the Environment (5/11/25)Some of the most beautiful photographs are made during bad weather. There is beauty in all weather, and raindrops, snowflakes, and fog can add to …
Health & Fitness»
How to Become a Life Guard (5/17/25)Life guarding is a professional occupation that involves training of individuals to become trained in water rescues. In order to become a life …
Margarine vs Butter: Which is Better For Your Health? (5/15/25)Do you remember the days when in your grocery store margarine was no where to be found? That's because there simply wasn't any. Then …
Working Safely with Gases: Preparation and Education Are Key (5/10/25)The word gas implies that a chemical is in it's gaseous state. Because there are numerous types of gases one can work with it is vital that …
Image source Health means different things to different people. Depending on where you grow up, what your family values, and the culture around …
Image source Public health focuses on protecting the well-being of individuals and communities. It includes preventing disease, promoting healthy …
Money Management»
A Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP), is a program offered by the government of Canada where individuals can invest money during their …
Running your own business can feel like juggling a million things at once. One minute you're replying to emails, and the next you're …
Pexels You may be someone who enjoys being out on the open waters. It's also possible that you're looking for a new career and want …
Cybersecurity is far from some background IT function. It's front and center. Realistically, if you run a business today, you're …
Managing human resources without a centralized system can quickly lead to confusion and errors. When each department keeps its own records and …
Travel»
My vacation in Costa Rica started at La Paloma Lodge located in Drake Bay close to Corcovado National Park. I spent 4 nights here and loved every …
I don't know about you, but one of the first things I look for when considering a trip to a national park is a map. I want something that …
Drive the San Juan Scenic Skyway in Colorado (5/12/25)It's no wonder this southwest-Colorado route was one of the National Forest Service's first Scenic Byways.
It seems like just about anyone who's looked into a kaleidoscope wishes they could climb into the cardboard tube and live in that …
Augusta, Georgia is probably best known for the Masters Golf Tournament. But a recent trip to the Augusta Canal National Heritage Area revealed …
Pets & Animals»
Do Chinchillas Kill Each Other? (5/21/25)Sometimes things don't go well for chinchilla owners. Such was the case when we heard from Jennifer. Does anyone know if it's common …
Many cities struggle with large pigeon populations, but simply getting rid of them can end up harming other birds and animals in the area. …
How Does a Death Affect Chinchillas? (5/13/25)It's been a bad week for chinchilla pet owners. We received two e-mails about chinchilla deaths. Stephanie writes… I had two …
Pet Monitor Lizards (Varanidae): Like Giant Snakes With Legs! (5/05/25)Many characteristics of monitors remind one of snakes. The motion is slithering, although these lizards possess four muscular extremities. The …
Behavioral Defense: Freshwater Fish Strategies To Avoid Predators (5/04/25)Even if the predator does detect its prey, the game is far from up. Fish have a variety of behavioral strategies available to them to avoid …
