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How Coconut Bowls Can Elevate Your Instagram-Worthy Meal Presentation

By Marilyn | September 16, 2024 by Marilyn

Nowadays, in the Instagram world, isn’t just about taste; it’s also about looks. Whether you’re a food blogger, influencer, or just someone who loves sharing their yummy dishes online, the right presentation can make all the difference. That’s where coconut bowls come in—these natural & eco-friendly gems can upgrade your meals from plain to wow with little fuss. Here’s why coconut bowls are the perfect addition to your kitchen if you want to boost your…

Lifestyle

Amazing Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas For You

By Marilyn | October 24, 2021September 16, 2024 by Marilyn

Time flies so fast. It is even hard to believe that it is already that of the year when we have to celebrate Christmas. So, are you ready for the season? Are you ready to pull out all your Christmas decor and decide where to put the tree and which type of décor you will go with? One of the biggest decisions you will have to make is about the Christmas tree itself. How will…

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Modern Kitchen Design

By Marilyn | May 31, 2020 by Marilyn

For years, you have probably been forced to follow the same outdated kitchen design from your parents’ generation. With the proliferation of styles, the evolution of design trends, and the availability of the latest technology, you can easily find a style that is right for you. There are many different techniques in which you can modify your kitchen, and these techniques should be carefully considered before you settle on one style. After all, not every…

Food

How to Grow Perfect Vegetables

By Marilyn | May 31, 2020 by Marilyn

Learning how to grow vegetables in a container garden is not all that hard. All you have to do is follow a few simple rules of thumb. Organic compost and garden worms are two of the most important tools you will need to grow your own vegetables. Organic Compost is a special type of compost that contains the plant matter that naturally decays. This makes it better for you plants than using store bought compost.…

Pets

Best Gluten-Free Dog Treats

By Marilyn | February 11, 2020February 11, 2020 by Marilyn

Pets are part of the family. The most loving owners treat their dogs as if they are among the children. Hence, canine companions get the same level of attention and care that a person would. When people started questioning the role of gluten and grains in their diet, it was only natural that the same level of scrutiny reached the pet food industry. Proponents of the gluten-free diet point out that dogs are not natural…

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Chocolate Bouquets Make Remarkable Gifts

By Marilyn | August 19, 2019 by Marilyn

Without the support of customers, your business would not survive. Therefore, companies and individuals who patronize your business, especially those who have proven themselves loyal, deserve to be acknowledged from time to time. As such, there has been a noticeable increase if corporate gift giving. More and more companies have been discovering the benefits of sending an occasional gift to those who choose to do business with them. A corporate gift is a remarkable way…

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Breakfast in America

By Marilyn | November 25, 2018September 3, 2018 by Marilyn

Home again! Now, we chose to live here – it’s no understatement to say we adoreLawrence – but as much as I love home, I always seem to want wherever I just was. All it takes is a short visit to a new place – a pleasant place that is work-less and unhampered by utility bills and trash bags – and we’re gazing at apartments in real estate windows. We’ve entertained a lot of brief delusions:…

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Order Up!

By Marilyn | October 13, 2018September 3, 2018 by Marilyn

Lunchtime on the new kitchen bar. What. What? Like I’m the only one trying to build a better Stouffer’s French Bread pizza. Is it just a vain attempt to gourmet-ify and recapture the seemingly weightless bliss of my college snacking days, only to find I created one with more calories? Could I be the only one who wants that? I think not.

Lifestyle

Could a Financial Advisor Really Help You to Save?

By Marilyn | September 28, 2018September 3, 2018 by Marilyn

Financial advisors, money experts and other similar specialists all offer the same types of services and although they may cost a little each month to hire – the sheer potential for them to save their client money is often well-worth the initial investment. But could they really help everyone to save their hard earned cash? With expenses on the rise and the cost of living now higher than ever before, it’s never been quite as…

Food

Finished Kitchen in Rare Form

By Marilyn | September 15, 2018September 3, 2018 by Marilyn

It took a year to build the house and a little extra to finish this, but much like Neutrogena, the kitchen certainly got an energizing boost from copper. The range hood and bar counter were made by a local metal artist who does incredible work. For him the actual fabrication was child’s play – dealing with people rabidly ready to finish a house was another matter. We used copper for its traditional restaurant feel, its durability…