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How to Turn Your Lame Lawn into a Gorgeous Garden

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How do you feel about your lawn? No, really? If it’s an area that you tent a couple of times a year but seems like more effort than it’s worth – then you are probably in the majority. Your lawn and garden is one of the first things seen and concluded about your property, so the opportunity is huge. Whether you are hoping to add some curbside appeal or preparing to sell, follow these tips on how to turn your lame lawn into a gorgeous garden.

Luscious lawn

Finding the time to hose the lawn can be challenging. But who says you have to be doing that manually? Deploying popup sprinklers by SunshowerOnline will take the hassle away from you, and will never miss a hose. No more alarms to remind you or feeling guilty when you cast a look at the brown lawn on your way to the car. This is also particularly useful if you have no idea how much you should water and ho often. Be mindful of the seasons as your lawn will need more or less depending on the time of the year. With great lawns however, comes a robust mowing and edging schedule. Be sure to not miss a mow or an edge, as the next one will be harder and you will lose the shape of the lawn. [Read more…]

Six Steps Seniors Can Take to Improve Their Coordination and Balance

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As they age, many seniors begin to experience a decline in their coordination and balance.

There are a lot of reasons why seniors struggle with coordination and balance, including chronic illnesses like multiple sclerosis, acute events like strokes, spinal and/or head trauma, and neuropathy. Some seniors also experience poor coordination and balance as a side effect of certain medications.

Sometimes, coordination and balance issues are unavoidable. Luckily, though, there are many steps you can take to maintain and improve your strength and stability as you get older, including the six listed below.

1. Get Your Eyes Checked Regularly

When it comes to establishing balance and maintaining good coordination, your eyes play a key role. In fact, sight is the first sense you use when you’re trying to establish your balance. Think about it — have you ever tried to balance on one foot with your eyes closed?

Regular eye exams are essential for seniors who want to maintain good balance and coordination. Visit your doctor once a year to make sure your eyes are healthy and your vision remains clear. [Read more…]

Fall Weather Tick Concerns For Your Family

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By Bob Oley

Just when you thought that the colder fall weather would bring an end to the summer tick season, much as it does to mosquitoes and their bites at the first fall frost, think again.  Thanks to a protein in their bodies that works much like the antifreeze in your car, ticks survive cold temperatures remarkably well, even into the winter months.  They can be found ready to bite you whenever the temperature is above freezing and the ground is not frozen or covered with snow.

YEAR ROUND PROBLEM COAST TO COAST

Ticks have become a year-round problem affecting every family from the east coast to the west coast, from north to south, for a variety of reasons.  Quite simply, there just are so many more ticks in our surroundings than there were ever before. And though the biting ticks you find in the fall and winter months differ from the ones you find in spring and summer, they can make you just as sick with Lyme disease or any number of other tick-borne diseases if you are on the receiving end of their bite. [Read more…]

Technology and Your Eyes: What You Need to Know

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By Bryce Wylde

The average American now spends nine hours each day in front of a screen. We do love our technology! Many of us tend to blink less when staring at our computers, smartphones, TVs, and tablets. This may lead to dry eyes.

These tips will help keep your eyes more comfortable when you’re staring at spreadsheets, binging on Netflix or battling zombie-like monsters. [Read more…]

Finding A Home In Meridian – Tried And Tested Tips

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A home is a little heaven for you and your family. Building a home is a step by step process that involves a lot of time spent to find the perfect one for you. Choosing a place to settle down is a thoughtful process and is influenced by a lot of factors. If you have kids in the family, it is essential to ensure the area has a good education system and lots of options for schooling. Safety and peace of mind are non-negotiable factors as well when you’re choosing a city to settle down.

Choosing a place also depends on the type of place you grew up in and the kind of place you would like your children to grow up. Children tend to have a happier childhood in small towns and the countryside away from the hustle of the city. The air quality will be superior and so will be the quality of life. If you are looking forward to creating a home in a suburb, you can consider the state of Meridian in the state of Idaho.

Living in Meridian, Idaho

Meridian, is a city located in Ada country that is one of the faster-growing places in the USA. This is a city that is built for business and designed to be lived in. It is popularly known as “The center of the treasure valley” due to its geographical position in the treasure valley. This is a great place to settle in due to its growth and employment opportunities.  Another advantage of this city is the fact that most of the residential areas are relatively new. The amenities provided are top notch as well. [Read more…]

Having a Better Talk about Aging this Holiday Season

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By Jess Stonefield

All of us who have kids know there was an awkward moment when we realized we needed to have “the talk” with our children. I’m there right now with my 10-year-old, in fact, and it’s brutal. But what many of us don’t realize is that as our aging loved ones grow older, it is equally important to have a talk with them—not just about financial documents, living wills and power of attorney, but about how they want to live and be cared for at end of life. The holidays are a great time to start a larger conversation about aging—and to include our own needs and desires in the conversation.

What to Ask

Nearly 90 percent of seniors would prefer to age at home. But that statistic only tells us where they want to age. The greater question is: how? The following are a few questions that will help guide your conversation and gain a better understanding of how your mother. father, or grandparents wish to spend the final years of their lives. It may also allow greater fulfillment for you as a caregiver, as well.

What makes life worth living? Having a long life is not the same as having quality of life. What can you be doing now to improve the quality of life your loved one is living–as well as your own? What is important to them? To you? What turns a normal day into a good day? Is it going to church? Caring for a pet? Spending time with their grandchildren? Small things make all the difference to all of us. Find easy, workable solutions that can make both of your lives better when it counts–right now. [Read more…]

Drinking and Eating with High Blood Pressure: What To Consume Besides Water

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If there is one perfect drink that people can think of when they are ill or sick, most will say water. Some will even tell you “You should drink eight glasses of water a day.” Now, the question is, “Do you need to keep drinking eight glasses of water a day if you have hypertension?”

No, you don’t have to.

American actress/health spokesperson Suzanne Somers once said that people should drink water for at least 8 glasses a day since 2-3 quarts of water is lost everyday due to bodily functions.

“You should drink at least eight glasses of water a day in order to stay regular, lose weight, and detoxify. Our bodies are mostly made of water, and yet we lose two to three quarts of it every day through perspiration and other bodily functions.”

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