Welcome to Taste Creations Monday! Once a month my friends and I get together to share recipes along a particular theme. This month's theme is soup recipes! I'm sharing an all-natural, ramen-style rice noodle soup recipe, since I adore ramen soup! My recipe is also gluten free and vegetarian. It's a perfect recipe if you are on a gluten-free diet, or if you are looking for a healthy meal option with fresh vegetables. My doctor has put me on a trial gluten-free diet, which means I'm not supposed to eat wheat, barley, and rye. I have been missing ramen soup, since ramen, a Japanese-style Continue reading...
Air Cooler vs. Air Conditioning: Pros and Cons
Summer is a few months away here in the Northeast, but the most important question that’s on everyone’s mind when summer approaches each year is whether they should invest in an air cooler or an air conditioner for their home. This is a very important decision because your overall quality of life may be vastly different depending on which option you choose, especially if you live in a very hot region where you’ll need to use one of these options all day and night. Knowing the pros and cons of each is the best way to figure out what will work best for your home and Continue reading...
4 Great Reasons to Move Your Family to Colorado
As the United States continues to see high levels of relocation from state to state, places like Colorado have emerged as clear winners with substantially higher inbound moves than other states. The net increase in new residents is nothing new for the state, which has added 760,000 new residents over the past decade, but the pandemic helped propel Colorado into the fast lane. While moving to Colorado brings a host of benefits to middle-class families, all cross-country moves come with a price tag. Located in the mid-range of America’s Rocky Mountains, the state offers amazing vista Continue reading...
Compassionate Ways to Help a Friend Cope with Breast Cancer
After a certain age, breast cancer is sadly not an uncommon diagnosis in women. But luckily, modern medicine has been advancing rapidly and can help people find treatment and cope with the disease. But the battle can be exhausting, and anyone facing the disease could certainly use a strong support system. It can be hard to watch a friend or family cope with breast cancer, but there are things you can do to help them overcome the disease and recuperate after their treatment. For instance, if your friend or family member has to undergo a mastectomy or breast reconstruction Continue reading...
6 Tips for Financing a Second Car for Your Household
There are many reasons why you might want to get a second car. Perhaps your current set of wheels can’t accommodate the needs of your growing family, or maybe it has seen better days and is no longer reliable on the road. Maybe you have a teenager who recently got their driver’s license and always wants the car. But while having a second car can be a big convenience, it s a big decision that you will want to think through. Consider these tips before buying a second car for your family. Important Considerations When Buying a Second Car Consider a Used Car If you’re Continue reading...
Homemade Peanut Brittle Recipe
Welcome to the monthly Taste Creations blog hop! My friends and I get together the first Monday every month to share recipes. This month we are sharing candy recipes! I adore peanut brittle, so I knew that I had to try to make some. This was the first time that I've ever made peanut brittle, but it came out wonderfully, and I happily (and sheepishly) report that I ate a lot of peanut brittle! Be sure to check out my recipe below and scroll to the end of this post to see what my friends' made this month! Easy Peanut Brittle Recipe I was happy to discover that peanut brittle only requires Continue reading...
Pretty Christmas Wrappings
Now that Christmas is a few weeks away, I'm looking to decking out my home for the holidays and wrapping some presents to put under the tree! So I thought it would be fun to look at different ways to wrap gifts for friends and family. Eco-Friendly Wrapping Paper Lately I've been reading that many types of wrapping paper aren't eco-friendly because of added extras like dyes and glitter—not to mention that wrapping paper can be expensive, too. I really like the look of gifts wrapped in simple craft paper and tied with twine. I think it has a sweet nostalgic look. It would also be fun to Continue reading...
5 Ways to Dramatically Decrease Your Monthly Bills
Like many people these days, I was recently laid off. So, my husband and I have been looking ways to lower our finances so we can still enjoy life to the fullest, but with fewer bills, hopefully giving us more money for things like vacations and saving for our retirement. These are five excellent ways anyone can try to dramatically decrease your monthly bills. Mortgage Refinancing If you own a home, your mortgage may be your most significant monthly payment. Refinancing your mortgage is one way to reduce this expense. Refinancing can also provide you with more favorable terms and a Continue reading...
Decorate for Christmas in Less Than an Hour
I can't believe that it's already time to decorate for Christmas! Decorating for the holidays can be fun, but putting up decorations is sometimes a major source of stress during the holidays. But with the right mindset and by following some easy decorating tips, you can enjoy the joy of the season. Decorating our homes, buying presents and sending cards can bring us all closer together and make for a joyous occasion. There are plenty of beautiful holiday decorations that can created and put up easily in less than an hour and brighten up the whole house. Consider Sprigs, Shrubs & Continue reading...
How I Clean My Jewelry – Cleaning Techniques for Precious Stones
You can use many jewelry cleaning techniques for various types of jewelry, but when it comes to cleaning the precious gemstones in your jewelry, make sure you use the right method for your specific type of gem. For instance, if you have a tanzanite ring, such as one from Diamondere’s collection of Tanzanite rings, it’s best to clean your ring with soapy water to keep the stone sparkling and an old soft toothbrush to gently scrub around the gem and remove any grime. "In addition, Tanzanite is distinct among purple gemstones, not just because of its rarity and beauty, but also because of the Continue reading...
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