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Blogging Platform with a Touch of Social Media?

I have been blogging since 2005. It first started as a hobby then turn into a business. As a newbie in the blogosphere, I first used blogging platforms that offered free hosting. I used Blogger and Bravenet. I think they were the best way to go if you are new…

My Early Years

For me, life has been hard.  As a matter of fact, my hubby says that my favorite saying is ” life is hard”.  I always say that when I get depressed or discouraged.  The truth is that life used to be hard but I didn’t really realize it when I…

What You Should Know Before You Start Digging In Your Backyard

          What considerations should you be aware of before you start to dig? There are many reasons why people decide to dig in their garden. They may simply want to plant shrubs or bushes; or a bigger job may be involved. If you want to erect a new fence, or build…

Ways Preventative HVAC Maintenance Helps You Save Money

Image via Flickr by brendan.wood Have you been tempted to skip regular maintenance on your heating and cooling systems to save money? Many people do, only to discover later that they’ve made a costly mistake. The truth is that regular servicing, cleaning, and inspection of your HVAC…

Bulalo (Beef Shank Soup)

I have been wanting to make bulalo and finally I was able to make some a few days ago. Bulalo is one of the most favorite recipes in the Philippines. It is very easy to prepare but getting the beef shank tender takes time. Here’s what you need…

Ways Humidity Affects the Interior Temperature of the Home

Image via Flickr by yourbestdigs We’ve all sweltered on a humid day, even though our phone’s weather app tell us it’s not that hot outside. That’s because humidity can warp our perception of temperature. The same principle works inside our homes. Learn more about how humidity…

Snow Crab for Dinner

Snow crab for dinner sounds so good. That is what my husband and I have for our dinner tonight. However, the two-pound snow crabs are probably not enough to satisfy the both of us. It would probably take about ten pounds to satisfy my cravings for it. We seldom…