The spring and summer is a wonderful time abundant with fresh produce. Unfortunately, as winter sets in we have to rely more heavily on imported fruits and vegetables that have traveled hundreds if not thousands of miles before they end up in our stores. This DIY heat storing greenhouse instead allows you to grow fresh...
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Actress Jada Pinkett Smith is known for her candidness, whether it’s through her Facebook Watch series, Red Table Talk, or on a simple Instagram post. She posted a video where she discussed her 26-year marriage to Will Smith and her mistake of prioritizing romantic love and leaving her ego unchecked. In the short clip, Jada...
If parenting was an Olympic sport, Esther Wojcicki would be a contender for a gold medal. She has raised three successful daughters- Susan is the CEO of YouTube, Janet is a professor of pediatrics, and Anne is the co-founder and CEO of 23andMe. Her daughters’ success has placed her among the ranks of “famous moms”,...
Many dads are very involved throughout their partner’s pregnancy, in weekly childbirth classes couples can go over the stages of labour, birthing positions and breathing techniques. While the mom-to-be is rolling around on the yoga ball, her partner may be behind her learning how to perform a pelvic massage. There are plenty of involved dads...
Life is full of defining moments. Moments that leave an imprint on your memory and change you forever. Few moments are as life-altering, though, as the moment you become a mother for the first time. Seemingly overnight, your life is completely turned upside down. Every minute of your day revolves around this tiny life that...
Every parent wants the best for their children, but sometimes it’s unclear what ‘the best’ is. There are so many parenting styles and methods that it’s hard to know which one would work for a particular child. No good parent wants to see their kids suffer or struggle. Yet they also want to give them...
Often dismissed as mere nuisances, mosquitoes present a significant menace to public health worldwide. These tiny insects are persistent in their pursuit of blood meals and serve as vectors for numerous diseases, making them a formidable threat to human health. Per the CDC, Malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, and West Nile virus are just a...
Tick nests, though relatively small, can cause alarm for homeowners as they harbor hundreds or even thousands of eggs. While tick nests are usually found outdoors, it is not uncommon for them to appear in homes, garages, or sheds. Let’s discuss the importance of identifying and safely removing tick nests, as well as provide tips...
Artist Sam Van Aken is pushing the boundaries of traditional modes of art. He is a contemporary artist who interweaves genres of art, botany, agriculture, climatology and fine-tunes them with technology to create wonders. His latest being the Tree of 40 Fruit. The Tree of 40 Fruit has been likened by many people to something...
In Rio de Janeiro, where the average income is lower than the average cost of living, housing is difficult for many to afford. Meet one of the city’s most creative residents, The Sandcastle King, who has avoided paying rent for over 20 years. (1) Brazil’s Sandcastle King Marcio Mizael Matolias has lived in the prestigious...
Anyone who’s ever had their beloved pet pass away knows that losing a dog is one of the hardest things you can go through. Research shows that saying goodbye to your favorite furball is just as hard – if not sometimes more difficult – than the death of a human. (1) Science Says Losing a...
Have you ever come across someone who seems overly self-centered, manipulative, and constantly seeking admiration and attention? It’s possible that you may have encountered a narcissist. But what exactly is narcissism, and how can you distinguish a narcissist from someone who is just egotistical? In this guide, we will delve into the key characteristics and...