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Top 10 Easy Easter Crafts

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

If there are children in your life, you will undoubtedly be familiar with crafts of all kinds, With Easter around the corner there are many tried and true crafts that can keep our children happy ...

CrockPot Cooking Tips

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

There is nothing like coming home after a day out to the smell of something cooking and knowing your dinner is almost ready. This is the beauty behind a crock pot. With just a few ...

What to Expect from A Pet Sitter

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

The love of our pets is a well know aspect of family life and having them taken care of while we work or vacation has become a big industry. With dog walkers, doggie day cares, ...

Home Remedies for Coughs, Colds and Flu's

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

It's the time of year that Colds and the Flu manage to waylay the best of us no matter how much we try to avoid them. Though you cannot avoid the unpleasant symptoms that go ...

7 Tips for A New Art Collector

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

Collecting art is not just for the wealthy but has become a popular hobby for many people today. As people begin to appreciate certain styles of art, there becomes a supply and demand situation where ...

Keeping Our Brains Healthy

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

We all know how important keeping active is for a longer and healthier life, but it's not just our body that is important. Keeping our mind healthy is crucial to aging well and living a ...

Stain Removal, Naturally

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

When it comes to cleaning our clothing and our homes, we have come a long way with detergents, softeners and all manner of stain removal agents. In fact many are quite effective but can be ...

Job Stress and Your Health

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

Many people will state that the number one source of stress in their lives is their job. There are varying degrees of job related stress but the majority will say they experience high levels of ...

Cats and Dog Can Coexist

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

As animal lovers we have had an assortment of pets throughout the years but cats and dogs have been the primary choice when it came to our 4 legged children. Having deciding early on to ...

The Basics of Public Speaking

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

There is nothing that can strike fear into the hearts of mankind as having to address an audience and give a speech. Certainly there are many who can grasp the proverbial microphone and regale their ...

The Basics of Yoga

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

Yoga is an ancient Indian practice that first arrived in the US at the beginning of the 20th century but made its mark in the early 70's. Yoga, which essential means mental, physical, and spiritual ...

Loving Our Pets Too Much

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

Obesity is becoming an epidemic in our country today but it has not only affect the two legged species. As we have begun to over indulge ourselves with our hectic lifestyles, we have also begun ...

Aquariums: Freshwater or Saltwater

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 12 years ago

Keeping fish is a great hobby and one that can be enjoyed from a young age. Though relatively easy to keep, there are a few choices that need to be made before you head to ...

When to Hire a Professional Landscaper

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 13 years ago

Many of us who like to garden have the ability to look at a landscape and see the potential when it is not always visible. It's like a blank green canvas, ready for our artistic ...

Cleaning House With Home Remedies

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 13 years ago

Keeping our homes clean has become easier and less time consuming with the plethora of products on the market today. With the variety of sprays, jets, foams and wipes, we are now beginning to question ...

Staying Happy In Difficult Times

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 13 years ago

There are times in life that it’s not always easy to remain positive and maintain a smile on our face, especially in these tough economic times. The stress of everyday challenges that seem to be ...

The Basics of Keeping an Aquarium

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 13 years ago

Keeping an aquarium may seem to be a daunting task for many but it’s easy to understand why so many people enjoy keeping fish as pets. Their visual appeal is captivating, their movements soothing and ...

Day Spas and What To Expect

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 13 years ago

Whether you have been given a gift or have decided to treat yourself, going to a spa is a wonderful way to rejuvenate your body and boost your spirits. A little pampering can go a ...

Keeping Savvy with your Savings Accounts

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 13 years ago

I am fairly certain there are very few people that have not had a savings account at some point in their life time. From children to seniors and every age in between, there are different ...

Putting Telephone Scams on Hold

By Gord And Gertie Guide · 13 years ago

Telemarketing fraud has become a billion dollar industry worldwide. Every year, thousands of consumers are victims of telephone con artists. The losses can be a little as a few dollars to entire life savings. There ...