Many bakers ask for tips and instructions for decorating cookies. Well, that’s a tall order because there are as many ways to decorate cookies as there are cookies. Here are some guidelines for beginners and experienced bakers alike to help you come up with your own kitchen decorating ideas. DECORATE COOKIES BEFORE BAKING Cookies can be decorated before baking with […]

Chocolate bars have been around for hundreds of years. Yes, hundreds. One of the first chocolate bars ever created was made in 1847. Joseph Fry discovered a way to mix cocoa powder, sugar, and cocoa so it could be made into a paste and placed in molds. It was a success. People enjoyed eating chocolate as much as drinking it. […]

Most people want a six pack, a flat stomach, ripped abs, washboard abs. All of these phrases actually mean the same thing, which is a flat stomach with well-toned and defined abdominal muscles. However, how many of you have tried all the latest ab workout machines and ab workout DVDs, but to no avail? Have you tried doing 100 abs […]

Salmon is truly a delicacy when grilled correctly, and you have to be especially careful when grilling salmon as it tends to stick to the grill grate. However, there are ways to prevent this from happening. Here are the 3 best ways to grill the living room: • When grilling salmon, you need to use direct and indirect heat. Do […]

With Christmas fast approaching (within a month or so), parents all over the world are beginning to discover the best toys to gift their children. Given the wide selection of toys available in the market that parents can buy, it is understandable that many feel extremely confused when choosing the most suitable one for their children. The confusion could lead […]

Three things I have learned as a result of being widowed twice in my life, once at 27 and the second at 73. 1. Life goes on and although you have wonderful memories that you should treasure, you have to learn to live in the present. 2. Be grateful that you had a partner who appreciated you and tried to […]

When a newborn baby enters this world and your life, the whole family receives it with great enthusiasm. This special occasion calls for a celebration. Family and friends who are a part of this joyful occasion will want to send a gift for the baby. Baby gifts are a traditional way of expressing a heartfelt greeting or congratulations to the […]

Few things are as rewarding as seeing your child shine from the inside out. And it happens when children have high self-esteem: when they know they are accepted unconditionally, when they feel loved and lovable, and when they feel a sense of belonging and self-worth. Here are twelve simple activities that have really made a difference in our family. These […]

Although it may not seem like it, in reality, Leisure and Recreation is the largest industry in the world. The benefits of leisure and recreation as an important part of life are easy to see. As an industry, it offers a variety of related jobs and generates billions of dollars in revenue. Parks and recreation workers, community agencies, sports agencies, […]

Do you currently have a hectic, stressful and busy life? Do you want to spend more time with your family and friends? Hiring personal concierge services is a great way to free up time for the activities you enjoy and not get overwhelmed with everyday tasks. Here is a list of the top 7 benefits 1. Reduce business expenses Business […]