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03/17/2025

03/14/2025

Monday is St. Patrick's Day. Click on the link below for an easy traditional Irish meal recipe; corned beef and cabbage. May the luck of the Irish be with you....

This corned beef recipe with cabbage is made in a slow cooker with potatoes and carrots for a quick and easy weeknight or St. Patrick's Day meal.

03/05/2025

St. Patrick's Day is Friday. Many people both Irish and not dress in green, drink green beer and eat corned beef and cabbage on that day. If you would like to learn the true history of the holiday, click the link below and to all you leprechauns, be safe and happy!

St. Patrick’s Day is a global celebration of Irish culture that takes place annually on March 17, the anniversary of the patron saint of Ireland's death in the fifth century. The holiday has spiritual meaning in Ireland, where it has been observed as a religious holiday for over 1,000 years.

02/21/2025

If you struggle with reducing belly fat or extra pounds there are simple, free ways to do that. Click on the link below to get ideas...

Many people store fat in the belly, and losing fat from this area can be hard. Here are 18 effective tips to lose belly fat, based on studies.

02/21/2025

March is Women's History Month. This month, celebrate the contributions that women have made to the United States and recognize their achievements. Click on the link below to learn about the origins of Women's History Month....

https://www.womenshistorymonth.gov/About.html

02/20/2025

March is Women's History Month, in honor of accomplishments of American women. Here are several stories acknowledging some of these impactful women...

In honor of Black History Month, here are ten inspiring Black women who have made a tremendous impact on the world.

02/19/2025

In unusually cold winter weather, take the advice of AAA to ensure your health and safety. Read below...

Wind chill: In cold weather, your body boosts heat production to help maintain normal body temperature. But wind draws the warmth from your skin and speeds up heat loss, which creates life-threatening conditions. Example: A 20 mph wind when it’s 5 degrees below zero creates a wind chill of 29 degrees below zero, which makes for dangerously cold days and nights.

Frostbite and hypothermia: Frostbite—the freezing of skin and the tissue beneath it—usually affects extremities like fingers, ears and the tip of the nose first. In extremely cold weather, exposed skin can get frostbite in minutes, and prolonged exposure can lead to life-threatening hypothermia—a dangerous drop in body temperature. If you’re exposed to winter weather conditions, or venture outside for winter activities, bundle up with scarves, mittens and plenty of warm clothes.

02/19/2025

The outside temperatures have been unusually cooler this year. In northern states, often well below zero. Although your car may be working fine, there are things to check to make sure it will keep working out there.
AAA recommends you check the following...

Battery: A common cause of cold-weather breakdowns is a weak or dead battery. Signs that you may need to replace your battery include a motor that starts sluggishly or if the battery warning light is illuminated.

Fluids: Low temperatures cause automotive fluids to thicken and restrict flow. Transmission fluid and motor oil can be affected. Antifreeze may be less effective if it’s old or has an improper ratio of coolant to water. Moisture in the fuel tank or lines can freeze.

Tire pressure: Cold air reduces tire pressure by about 1 or 2 pounds per square inch for every 10 degrees the temperature drops. Underinflated tires can impact steering and traction and cause unsafe tread wear.

02/18/2025

Sunlight is a major source of vitamin D. But what do you do in the winter months when it's cloudy and cold and you may not get outside as much? There are solutions.
Vitamin D is necessary for efficient calcium absorption and aids in the function of the immune, digestive, circulatory and nervous systems.
Click the link below to learn how to maintain healthy levels of vitamin D without access to sunlight...

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/how-to-increase-vitamin-d #2-Consume-fatty-fish-and-seafood

02/18/2025

National Drink Wine Day is today!
Of course, within moderation, having a glass of wine is not unhealthy.
Also, you don't need to break the bank on wine. You can get a bottle for $10.
How do you tell the difference between dry and sweet wine?
Click the link below...

https://www.jjbuckley.com/wine-knowledge/blog/a-quick-guide-how-to-tell-if-a-wine-is-sweet-or-dry/1252 #:~:text=While%20dry%20wines%20retain%20little,will%20have%20much%20more%20sugar.

02/17/2025

Would you like to have a garden, but don't have the space to do it? Check out the mini-gardens that you can create within your home. Click on the link below to discover how to use your green thumb...

From plant selection to pots and potting mediums, here's what our expert advises

02/17/2025

If you like to read, here are 40 of Good Housekeeping's recommended books to checkout...

These uplifting reads are guaranteed to put a smile on your face