When your computer is no longer in warranty and gives serious issues such as no longer booting up, panic can set it pretty quickly. I hadn’t even gotten to making my morning coffee yet when I hear boot chime after boot chime. My blogging life isn’t all travel, sunshine, and experiencing delicious food, as much as …
Beginning in 2001, World Fair Trade Day began with the goal of connecting dedicated fair trade brands with consumers. A dedicated fair trade company goes beyond using fair trade ingredients – the entire supply chain is fair trade, from top to bottom. The fair trade business model supports small-scale farmer movements, takes stances on global politics, …
Sunflower Seed Oil is a light, healthy oil to incorporate into your cooking. From its immense vitamin E and omega-6 content to anti-inflammatory properties and phytosterol compounds, a high smoke point of 440°F / 225°C provides an incredibly versatile oil. Grab your spatula – let’s learn how to properly use sunflower seed oil in your kitchen, as well …
Seeking out wood products to incorporate into a sustainable lifestyle ended up being more of a task than I originally thought. I’m constantly discovering new ways to evolve my way of life and environment into being more sustainable. Using wood based products is a great way to do accomplish these goals. I wanted to make sure the …
It was a long hot summer day, seven years ago in September, when I first discovered the wonders of cooking with lavender. A friend’s coworker had opened up a boutique ice cream shop and was experimenting in making different ice creams with various ingredients each week. The day I chose to drop in and try the ice cream was …
It was by accident that I stumbled onto the records for Jimmy Carter’s 1976 Presidential Campaign. Not just a few records, mind you, but one of the biggest collections in his entire library. How big? Well, if you must know. “I must, I must!” 426 containers of files, 739 linear feet, and 186 linear feet …
I am announcing my intention to run for candidacy for the Presidency of the United States of America. I would like to note and differentiate this announcement with intention to run from a possible future announcement to run for candidacy. I need to meet certain criteria with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) before I make a …
When it comes to washing your car in the winter, there are many cold-weather scenarios you must consider in order to keep your car in tip-top shape. These practical winter car washing tips will help keep your car safe through the snow, rain, frost, hail, or freezing temperatures. Read on to discover how to protect …
Kombucha has accumulated an impressive list of health claims over the past decade. Cancer prevention. Liver detoxification. Weight loss. Gut health. Walk into any health food store and you’ll find bottles promising everything short of eternal youth. I’ve been drinking kombucha for years and brewing it at home. But when I started digging into what …
As a photographer and tech lover, I tend to gravitate towards the best of the best when it comes to the technology products I own, which is why I found myself on the quest to find the best MicroSD cards out there. I want reliability, speed, and something that will let me push my equipment to its limits.