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How to Deal With Annoying People

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:43:24 +0000

As I get older, I have less tolerance for some things and for certain behaviors. Let this serve as a guide as to how to deal with annoying people. Cutsies? Really? You’re in line at the drug store. You’re staring at the gum and Chap Stick because that’s what you do when you’re in line. [...]

How to De-Stress

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 13:38:08 +0000

This has been a really stressful week for me this week and I can feel it all over. My chest hurts, my shoulders hurt and I cannot remember the last time I had this many headaches. I usually hit the bathtub to soak in a bubble bath, but when you're slammed in the middle of the day, a bubble bath isn't always an option so here are a few ways to de-stress in a hurry.

Cheap Ways to Cool Off

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:59:06 +0000

It’s hot. You don’t want a five hundred dollar energy bill, but you need the A/C. Or maybe you don’t have air conditioning. Here are a few ways to cool off without breaking the bank or firing up that energy sucking A/C. Don’t Overuse the Air Conditioning A fan uses electricity, but the difference between [...]

It's Nude Recreation Week

Chad Taylor — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 13:05:06 +0000

In case you forgot or it just slipped your mind, it's Nude Recreation Week!

Red, White and Blue Desserts for July 4th

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 18:02:52 +0000

Who says “fruited” needs to be “plain?” Here are some tasty summer dessert ideas that will look great at your Independence Day party. Flag Cheesecake You’ll need two jello no bake cheesecakes. Make the crust according to the package directions and place it in a 13X9 baking dish. Use a pancake turner and firmly press [...]

Fireworks Safety Tips

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 13:20:00 +0000

With the recent rain we had, it’s not as dry as it was, but many areas are still crunchy. If you’re going to be setting off fireworks, here are a few tips to not set a fire in the process. Don’t light off your fireworks in a dry area. Do give your launch site a [...]

How To Cool Off Without A/C

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 18:39:07 +0000

No air conditioning? No problem! If the A/C is out, you don't have it or you're trying to save money on your energy bills, here are five ways to cool off without an air conditioner. Robert Cianflone/Getty Images 1 Keep A Spray Bottle In The Fridge As important as it is to hydrate [...]

Super Healthy Foods for Summer

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 13:13:36 +0000

Summer is in full swing and even if you hate the heat and humidity of the season, you have to love the fact that there are super healthy and super yummy foods everywhere. Here are just a few of my favorites. Corn Is there anything better than biting into a freshly grilled ear of corn [...]

Heat Exhaustion – Know Your Symptoms

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 13:15:52 +0000

It’s what we’ve been waiting for: SUMMER!! But, in our excitement to get outside, sometimes we can stay too long at the party and thereby put ourselves at serious risk for heat related illnesses. Here are some ways to prevent, treat and beat the heat. How to Prevent It Try and avoid doing your exercises [...]

What Does Your Ice Cream Say About You?

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 12:50:26 +0000

It’s hot and one of my favorite cool treats is ice cream. It just doesn’t taste the same in January. So, when we indulge what flavor indulge in apparently says a lot about us. What’s your favorite flavor? Chocolate This is the one I usually pick unless I can’t decide. Then I get a twisty [...]

Bridal Party Takes An Unexpected Dip [VIDEO]

Chad Taylor — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 11:47:01 +0000

This bridal party just outside Grand Rapids, Michigan got a refreshing dip in the lake while posing for pictures!

Traveling With Kids

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 12:41:12 +0000

The weekend is here and it's summer vacation. We traveled all over the place with our camper in the summer time and there was a lot of "Are we there yet? I have to go potty! I'm hungry! She's kicking me!" And that was before we even got on the freeway! Here's how to keep your kids occupied and quiet in the car or on the plane.

New Movie Releases — 'Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter,' 'Brave' and 'Seeking a Friend for the End of the World'

Shauna Wright — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 09:22:46 +0000

If you’d like to watch an esteemed former president battle vampires, witness the first female heroine Pixar has ever had, or ponder what you’d do if you knew the world was ending, line up at the multiplex — this weekend’s new movie offerings were tailor-made just for you. In ‘Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter,’ based on [...]

Love Your Body This Summer

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 13:22:06 +0000

Bathing suit season is here and the first time I put on my suit, I needed to resist the urge to hide under the blankets. The good thing though is that there are so many other ways we can love our bodies this summer. Drink Water You hear it all the time, but it’s true. [...]

Root Beer Float Cupcakes

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 13:55:39 +0000

It’s going to be hot today. The kids may be bored and are going to want a cool treat. Here’s a recipe to curb their treat cravings and a fun project for everyone. I remember when I was a kid there was nothing more refreshing than running in the hose and having root beer floats. [...]

How to Be Safe in the Sun

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 29 May 2012 12:58:25 +0000

Memorial Day weekend has passed and you know what that means: The unofficial start of summer. Summer vacations, day trips to the beach, weekends at the cabin and unfortunately, sunburn. Here are some ways to be safe in the sun. Did you know than one blistering sunburn in your life can drastically increase your risk [...]

How to Stay Safe on the Water

Jen Jacobs — Sat, 26 May 2012 19:40:24 +0000

Summer unofficially begins this weekend! What better way to cool off than to hit one of Minnesota’s ten thousand plus lakes? It’s a great idea, but when was the last time you had a refresher course in water safety? Here are just a few ways to safe on the lake this summer. Boating and swimming [...]

How to Not Ruin Your Vacation

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:40:54 +0000

Memorial Day will be here before we know it and that has always been the unofficial kick off for summer around here. With summer, of course comes summer vacation. Whether you're heading to the cabin for two weeks, overseas or just on a family vacation to Anywhere, USA here are some ways to avoid ruining your vacation.

Funny Friday [VIDEO] – Gus Vs. The Pool

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 11:00:12 +0000

Gus is sick and tired of the weather. Can’t say I blame him. He’s wearing a fur coat! Gus decided that he wanted an indoor pool and doggone it, no one was going to stop him. It didn’t matter to Gus that the door was only open a foot and a half. This perturbed pooch [...]

Kids Rule At The Parkwood 18!

Ty James — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 18:20:11 +0000

This summer, you and your kids can enjoy a great movie for just $2.00. Throw the kids in the car and head out to Parkwood 18 for the The Kid's Rule Summer Movie Series, every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 10am. Each week, MIX 94.9 and the Parkwood staff pick a great family -friendly movie- check out the last three in the series.