Advantages of Used Vehicles – Looking for a new car? Consider Pre-Owned!
Whether you are a first-timer, replacing an existing car, or adding to your family fleet, at some point you will need to purchase a vehicle. Manufacturers and dealers spend millions of dollars a year bombarding you with advertisements showcasing the latest and greatest vehicles on the market. And all of these ads are designed to make you believe that you absolutely need the latest automotive gadgets, such as dual headrest DVD screens, individual temperature zones and hands-free parallel parking. And while these gadgets are fun and do make life easier, purchasing the brand-new car that comes with them can be…
I have a not-so-guilty pleasure.
Our ice maker quit months ago. Rather than pay to get it fixed, we've just been heading down to the corner store and buying bags of ice. We use a lot of ice, so even that because a hassle. We don't have room in our freezer to store a second bag, so the last time we ran out, we've just done without ice. About two weeks ago, unbeknownst to the rest of my family, I started filling those baby food ice trays (with lids) with water and dumping them into the big ice tray. When no one is around, I…
The Sound of Silence: Kids and Ototoxicity
A 2008 Reader's Digest article titled "Light in the Dark" introduced the world to triplets Sophie, Emma and Zoe Hooker, who were then seven years old. The triplets were born prematurely at 24 weeks, and a potentially fatal infection caused physicians in their neonatal unit to administer several different antibiotics. Unfortunately, the medications were ototoxic, meaning that they caused damage to the girls' inner ears. Sophie, Emma and Zoe were all deaf before they were two years old. Their mother, Liz, agreed to cochlear implants for the girls, but the implants had minimal effect. Because of their hearing loss and…
Remembering Grandma | Lorene Oliver 9/19/24 – 3/27/13
This week, my grandmother, Lorene Oliver, went to see Jesus. She graced the world with her presence for an awesome 88 years, and she'll always be known for the smile you see below, and her faithfulness to the Lord, her church, and her family. Lorene Oliver 9/19/24 - 3/27/13 Obituary When I was growing up, I remember Grandma lived a simple life. Whether she was frying up fish that Papa Helton caught, or tending to her flowers (which she loved so much!), she loved to take it easy and just enjoy her surroundings. When I was young, Grandma used to…
Big Skinny Wallet Groupon – Ultra-Thin Wallets 52% off
These are kinda cool! Check out this Big Skinny Wallet Groupon! I was looking for a new wallet (women's of course) yesterday, and one thing that I found is that nothing really holds all of the stuff that I need to hold and not look so bulky! I need one of these for women! Big Skinny Wallet Groupon – Online Deal $12 for $25 Worth of Ultra-Thin Wallets Like a flock of geese, a wallet is filled with bills and should instinctually return home every spring after flying south to spend your money. Adopt a new pocket pet with this Groupon: for $12, you…
How to Eliminate BPA From Your Environment | #bpafree
Scientists first synthesized the molecule Bisphenol A (BPA) in 1891. Since then, it has become a component of nearly every plastic produced in the , from baby bottles to wholesale plastic bags to polyester. Within the past few years, government agencies all over the world, including the Food and Drug Administration, have become concerned about the effects that BPA may have on the human body. For this reason, the agency has banned BPA from use in baby bottles and children’s sippy cups, and many companies have begun to voluntarily manufacture products without BPA. What’s Wrong With BPA? Scientists believe that…
Top 5 Hybrid Vehicles | #cars #hybrid
The top hybrid cars today are the ones that combine gasoline engines with electric motors to give good gas mileage as well as good performance. The interiors should be spacious with high-tech features including sound systems, navigation devices and more. When looking for a new car, choosing the right color of paint can make a big difference in the vehicle's appearance and resale value. In addition to color, there are a variety of factors to consider when selecting the right car paint. Here, we will explore the different types of car paint available and the benefits of each. So, whether…
Hershey’s Marshmallow Eggs Easter S’mores Recipe | #hersheys #easter
It's inevitable. No matter how hard we try around here, holidays get the best of us. I try not to give my kiddos candy all the time, but holidays are a free-for-all and we allow them to eat whatever they want those days. There are no rules to what they can eat, as long as they know what they can handle. Because they're not used to candy all the time, they do pretty good at limiting themselves. This year, however, is going to be filled Hershey's Easter Candy and lots of fun! Among the anticipated delights, the allure of gummy…
Free Printable Easter Coloring Pages | #easter #freebies
Click on these FREE Printable Easter Coloring Pages for full size images to print out for your little ones! Happy Easter! (more…)
Great Cloth Diaper Change Houston Locations – #clothdiapers #gcdc2013
Once again, BTK will be co-hosting one of the Great Cloth Diaper Change locations in the Houston area! The location we hosted last year was a huge success, and we hope to have an even larger turn out this year on April 20, 2013! Current Record (for Simultaneous Changes): 8,251 participants (Set On April 21, 2012). 2013 Record Attempt: Most people changing diapers within 24 hours. Date of Attempt to Break Record: Saturday, April 20, 2013. Time of Attempt: 11:00 your time. The diaper change must happen at 11:00 around the globe to ensure all locations fall within a 24…