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Trouble with Clutter? Invest in a Co-working Space
Co-working spaces have been popping up all over in recent years to meet the needs of telecommuters and entrepreneurs. These spaces offer different-sized offices, WIFI connections, common shared office equipment, conference rooms for meetings, and business mailing addresses. These spaces have varying levels of membership costs. The rates are typically associated with how often you’ll use the space and what type of office space you need. Those who need privacy can choose a private office with a door. Others can choose to rent a desk or work in an open space with other renters. While there are a dozen benefits to working in this type of environment, one of the…
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Broiled Crème Brûlée
I love Crème Brûlée. I like the crunch and the cool smoothness that comes after that. This is just another food that I didn’t care for as a kid but absolutely love now. I was much thinner then too… hmmm LOL Today is National Crème Brûlée Day. Today’s recipe is a litte different in that there’s different way to make that crunchy carmelized top! An Alternative to the Kitchen Torch Normally, a small propane kitchen torch is used to create the coveted caramelized sugar topping that makes crème brûlée so popular. The broiling method described here is a nice alternative for those who either don’t have access to a kitchen…
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Classic Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing
The 4th week of July is National Salad Week. And ironically, July 4th is National Caesar Salad Day. Almost the last thing that is typically eaten on July 4th, right? As an adventurous (foolish) teen, I would eat Caesar Salad — although I was supposed to avoid the classic version — Fish allergy here. I was playing with fire… I did become older and wiser! But I still like the taste of the salad. So I am sharing a recipe for the classic version — anchovy paste and all. Enjoy!
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5 Reasons Why a Dedicated Workspace Will Change Your Life
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Do you have office space to work in or do you work from the couch? Or the dining table? Or the bedroom? While these options may be fine for first starting out, finding a dedicated workspace to turn into your office will help with your productivity, lessen your distractions, and boost your self-confidence. 1. Manage the clutter. Think of your desk as having just one purpose: Completing…
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Picnic Safety Tips
Although it is National Picnic Month, this year any picnic you have will be different. Perhaps you might gather with your family in your own backyard or in a park socially-distant from anyone else, or perhaps an indoor picnic. Either way, these picnic rules apply. Safety Tips When it is time to attend a picnic, everyone thinks about the good times they will have. No one is thinking about the safety factors involved. At your next picnic, consider these issues so that everyone has a great time without incident or injury. Check out the facilities where the picnic will be held. Is there a grill, ample trashcans, bathrooms, and decent…
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No-Churn Chocolate Toffee Ice Cream
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. Today, July 19th is National Ice Cream Day. It’s celebrated on the third Sunday in July. July is also National Ice Cream Month. Unlike many foods that I post about, ice cream is one thing that I loved as a kid and still love now. I remember both grandmothers making ice cream — typically vanilla — in those old fashioned ice cream makers. First, they would make…
