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Why Guinea Pigs are the Perfect First Pets for Your Kids
Guinea pigs are furry, fun little creatures that are sure to brighten your lives. They are great for little children to care for as their first pets—they can teach them a whole lot about responsibility and caring for other creatures. As sweet as they can be, they are not easy to take care of; they require a lot of care and attention so they can be a happy addition to your family for a long time. No Need for a Long Search: They’re Everywhere Guinea pigs are considered to be common pets so they are quite easy to find (you can find them anywhere from PetSmart to Petland), and are…
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Deals of The Day: Valentine’s Day Edition
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. To help you in your preparations, we’ve compiled a list to dress you, act as a gift guide, or provide a “treat yourself” kind of occasion for those who hate the V-day. Read, read, read Chapters is the place where everyone goes to get books either for themselves or loved ones. I’m offering my suggestions (which are all on sale!) for yourself or loved one. Beauty and the Beast Indigo This new edition features stunning illustrations and has nine interactive features. Read the book before the live-action comes out! $28.50 from $36.99 Princess Bride Indigo This may be an abridged version, but you’ll thank the…
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A Secret Santa Gift Guide for that Difficult Person in your Life
Well, it’s that time of year again! Gift buying is pretty fun, but what if you’re stuck participating in a Secret Santa, and you get the ONE person in the whole event that you rarely talk to? Plus, you’re expected to buy something nice for someone you barely know? If that’s not pressure, then I don’t know what is! Seriously though, trust me; been there, done that….and I never want to do it again. So here’s a list of gift ideas for you, in case you end up like me, going through a whole mall trying to find a gift. Bon Appétit Gift Card Gift Card The gift of food…
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Plants for People Who Kill Plants
Do you love plants, but have no green thumb? Check out these options for people who just can't keep plants alive.
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Imagining the Possibilities
We’re already a month into 2016 and it’s getting difficult to stay motivated. A vision board (also called a dream board) is a way to keep your dreams fresh in your mind and alive in your heart. It’s a great exercise for supercharging all the things you’d like to have happen in the year ahead. First, grab some magazines you don’t mind cutting up or hop on to Pinterest and get ready to do some printing. Find pictures that capture dreams you have. They could be anything from a new home, to a romantic relationship, to expressing your creativity on a daily basis, or that trip to Paris you’ve always wanted…
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Saying Goodbye to a Pet
How do you know when it’s time to say goodbye to a pet? How do you know if your family pet is ready to die? Can you ever really know? And, most importantly, how do you bring yourself to make the decision that the time has come to let them go? This last question, more than any other, will cause any owner to hold back from putting their pet down. When our pet is suffering from an illness, our first impulse is to do whatever we can to help. Thankfully, advances in modern medicine mean that there are many treatments available that can assist or completely rid pets of their…
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Going home…
BY JENNY WILSON It’s 9:30 PM, it’s freezing outside, I’ve got two big boxes, my purse, and my lunch pail in my hands and I’m rushing to get to the crosswalk before the light changes. I’m done a 10-hour shift working at the mall during the Christmas season and I’m on my way home. Not home to my apartment. I’m going home, back to my hometown. Back to Norwich. I haven’t been home since Thanksgiving, but I have two days off and I’m not staying in Toronto when I haven’t seen my family in what feels like forever. They don’t know that I’m making the trip home. As far as…
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Inspired by Design
Finding inspiration at the Interior Design Show.