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How to Be Happier at Work

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:33:11 +0000

Sometimes your coworkers really make you angry. Work dropped in your lap with no notice when you’re already swamped, management not respecting your off time and personal time and not being listened to are all sure to make you angry. Here are a few ways to be happier around the office. How often do you [...]

Best Family Vacation Spots

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:29:22 +0000

Summer break is almost here and many families are planning their summer family vacations. Here are a few ideas for places you can take your whole family. Wisconsin Dells I remember the best family vacation we ever went on. I was in late grade school and even though we had to camp, it was still [...]

Good for You Snacks

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:30:16 +0000

Snacks are my downfall. I could eat a box of Triscuits or a bag of Twizzlers no problem. But it is a problem because, it’s not a good idea to eat a whole bag or box of anything. Here are a few snacks that are satisfying, sweet (or salty) and, good for you! I’m a [...]

What to Think About Before You Take a Road Trip

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:29:03 +0000

To me, there is nothing better than a good old fashioned road trip, but as I have learned from days gone by, there are some things to think about before you put the key in the ignition. Summer driving season is coming and I will just never forget the anticipation and sheer joy of going [...]

How to Rev Up Your Metabolism

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:27:54 +0000

As we get older, we get wiser, but our metabolism slows down. Here are some wise foods to chew on to help speed up your metabolism. Speaking of chewing, when you’re trying to speed up your metabolism, think chewy foods. Foods like lean protein, nuts, fruits and veggies can help speed things up, but there’s [...]

Tick Bite Myths Busted

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:30:59 +0000

Tick season is here, so here are a few tick bite myths busted. Now that the snow is gone for good (we hope) and we head outside to play or hike or up to the cabin for some summer fun, we need to be careful and check for ticks. Here are a few tick bite [...]

Facts About Mother's Day

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:35:40 +0000

Mother’s Day is Sunday. Here are a few facts about the day celebrating the special lady in your life. Mother’s Day actually started in a very sad way. It was created by Anna Jarvis, whose mother, Ann Jarvis passed away on May 9, 1907. There was a small service held on May 12, 1907 at [...]

Are You a Break-In Target?

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:29:53 +0000

One in 36 homes will be broken into this year. Are you a target? My house was broken into nine years ago. It’s not a pleasant experience. I had my doors locked, but apparently one of my windows was open a crack and he took advantage by flipping over my neighbor’s recycling bin and slicing [...]

What Not to Buy at Garage Sales

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 07 May 2013 13:28:15 +0000

Garage sales are great. You can find some serious deals, but did you know there are certain things you should never buy at a garage sale? There are obvious no nos like underwear, but did you know you shouldn’t buy swimwear or wetsuits at a garage sale? Obviously, things that hug your body and nether [...]

Some Do's and Don'ts of Facebook

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:28:30 +0000

We all have a pretty basic understanding of how to use Facebook, but there are some things you should be doing and some things you should never, ever do. Facebook is great. I really like using it. It keeps me connected to my friends from childhood, to my coworkers and community. I like seeing what [...]

How to Get Stuff Done

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:32:05 +0000

I was a chronic procrastinator. Big time. Then I realized that it was doing me no good. Here are a few ways to get things done. We all have things on our to do list that we don’t like doing. It’s just a fact of life. One way to be sure we get the things [...]

How to Repurpose Things Around the House

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 01 May 2013 13:31:54 +0000

If you’re like me, sometimes when you go out shopping and see something you just have to have, you don’t know how you’re going to use it, but you know there’s a use for it somewhere, here are a few ways to use those things. Do you have a serving tray? Me either. When guests [...]

What Will Homebuyers Pay Extra For

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:30:41 +0000

It’s a seller’s market these days as home prices are on the up swing. So, if you’re selling, here’s what people will pay extra for when they’re buying. Central Air I grew up with a window air conditioner. Of course, I grew up in a century old house and back then central air wasn’t invented [...]

Seven Ways We're Wasting Money

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:30:38 +0000

We’re into April now and I’m in the processes of reassessing our household budget. I did a little digging and found seven ways we are wasting money. Wasting money doesn’t always mean that we’re bad with money, it just means that we need to keep a closer eye on where it’s going. Mutual Funds We [...]

Where to Score High End Clothes on a Budget

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:30:25 +0000

The weather appears to be getting warmer and that means going through your old clothes and finding things to wear for spring. Maybe you’ve lost weight and the old clothes don’t fit or you’re just bored with your fashion routine. Here are a few new online shopping destinations to go to to score designer duds for a steal.

How to Make Your Groceries Last Longer

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:31:24 +0000

You probably go to the grocery store once a week, or once every two weeks. Then, when you go to use produce, how angry are you when you pull it out of the fridge and it’s spoiled? Here are a few ways to keep your produce fresh. Onions Now that warmer weather is (hopefully) on [...]

How to Get Good Service From Your Mechanic

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:28:35 +0000

I know a lot of people who like to work on their own cars. It saves them a ton of money and it's impressive when something doesn't seem right and they know what it is. Nowadays, a large chunk of the cars out there are run by computer and it's impossible to do it yourself, so you have to take it to a garage. Here are a few ways to get good service from your mechanic.

Do It Yourself Cleaning Products

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:30:13 +0000

I am all about saving money and when I find good stuff, I like to pass that along to you. Here are some great do it yourself cleaning products that will leave your home clean and your money where it belongs – in your wallet. When I lived in an apartment, my drain would clog [...]

Restaurant Dining on the Cheap

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:32:25 +0000

Dining out can be a real treat, but it can also cost a lot of money. At a normal family sit down place after tax and tip a meal for just Glen and I can be upwards of $40 and we don't even have a cocktail with dinner. Here are a few ways to save money when taking your family out for dinner.

Who Shouldn't I Friend on Facebook [VIDEO]

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:30:53 +0000

There are some people you should be friends with and then there are some people you shouldn’t click that add button for no matter how much they beg. Stranger Danger We all know not to talk to strangers on the street, but what about on Facebook? That’s still a big no no. A study done [...]