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Deal With Those Things You Do Not Use

There are things that you buy that you love, and you use them until they are all used up (if they are consumables) or all worn out if they are things like clothes or shoes. Then there are those things that you may not want to talk about. Things that you have bought that you do not use, or that you never wear. Things that cost you money, things that are just sort of in your home (or a storage unit) taking up space. This is not a topic that people enjoy discussing because no one wants to admit to … Continue reading →

Talking to Bob Harper: Trainer From “The Biggest Loser” Part 1

This past Wednesday I had the privilege of participating in a conference call with Bob Harper, trainer for NBC’s hit reality weight loss show, “The Biggest Loser.” Bob is working in conjunction with Extra Gum for a challenge called the 3PM Snackdown. During the conference call he not only shared some of his personal stories but he also offered great tips and advice on eating healthy and staying fit. It was a really enjoyable experience to hear from one of the trainers who has helped to make an incredible difference in the lives of so many participants. It’s hard to … Continue reading →

Benefits of a Trainer

I started lifting weights in college. My boyfriend at the time was training for a bodybuilding competition and the gym was one of the few places he enjoyed being. Needless to say, he became my trainer, of sorts, during the early part of our relationship. In the years following our break-up I continued to lift weights and also started running. I never considered getting a trainer for running until I registered for my first marathon. I met a local physician through work, who had completed more than a dozen marathons, and he took me under his wing. I finished the … Continue reading →

How Effective are those Fancy Exercise Machines?

If you are trying to get into shape then those incessant commercials hawking fancy (see: expensive) exercise equipment are bound to catch your eye, draw you in and have you contemplating paying five easy installments of $99.99. But wait! Before you get out your credit card consider the information in this blog, which provides details on one of the hottest exercise machines on the market. The Skorcher promises to deliver major results in half the time, but does it? SKORCHER The Skorcher is a fitness machine that is designed to specifically target the thighs and butt. The commercial claims that … Continue reading →

Are They Looking for the Greatest American Dog or Trainer?

Even before a reader left a comment on one of my “Greatest American Dog” articles about how could I buy the junk the show’s trying to sell us, I was already starting not to like certain things about the show. I’ll address more of those in a separate article to follow later, but for now I’ll talk about my main gripe: it seems they’re not so much looking for the greatest American dog as they are the greatest American trainer. Because forget what happens in the Dog Bone Challenge, it all comes down to how well the owner worked with … Continue reading →

My Favorite Pet Blogs from the Past Year

Below is a list of my favorite articles I wrote during the past year, often with an explanation of what made them memorable. Five Non-Cash Ways to Help Animals/Shelters this Holiday Season: This was my first article to have a comment left on it. Is It Ever Okay to Kick a Dog?: This was my first article to ever get stars. The BMK Fund: This practice is very near and dear to my heart and it was neat to have a platform such as blogging for Families.com to share it on. How to Put Your Shopping Dollars to Work Helping … Continue reading →

Going (Coco) NUTS In Hawaii

It’s the only food festival in the world where I don’t walk away 5 pounds heavier. If it were not for the fact that I am allergic to the hearty fruit I would eat everything in sight at Kauai’s Coconut Festival. Believe me (I was born and raised in Hawaii); if you find yourself in the “Aloha State” during the month of October this is one event you don’t want to miss. The 11th annual Kauai Coconut Festival takes place this year on October 6th and 7th at Kapaa Beach Park on the lush eastern portion of the Hawaiian Island … Continue reading →

Going Wild In Miami

Miami, Florida is a wild place to be no matter what time of year you visit. And, I’m not referring to the late night parties in South Beach. I’m talking about the Java macaques, capuchins, gibbons, and spider monkeys that call the tropical locale home. They are the wild ones your children will want to get up close and personal with on your trip to the sunny city. If you have animal-loving children here’s where you want to take them the next time you are in Miami: Miami Metrozoo Located 20 minutes southwest of Miami International Airport, the zoo is … Continue reading →

The Pets Blog Week in Review for Jul 2-8

Want to know what mice, July 4th, and the Dog Days of Summer all have in common? That’s right, the Pets Blog where Aimee and myself cover all things related to the furry (or not, depending) members of the family. Here’s what we covered this past week on: Monday, July 2 For those considering a new pet of the caged and kept rodent variety, Aimee proposed mice. She covered what it takes to rear them in pet mouse basics. Tuesday, July 3 We snuggled up with quilter, author, and pet lover Annette Mahon in an interview. Aimee gave pointers for … Continue reading →

Cleaning Those Trinkets and Treasures

Our dressing tables and those items that adorn our appearance need special treatment in order to do their job. They help to keep us looking our best, and as such, we can’t forget or ignore them. Here are some tips for those trinkets and treasures that live in your house. Read on, whether you prefer gold or silver. Amber Jewelry Mineral oil on a soft cloth will do wonders for your amber pieces. Rub the oil on gently and then buff dry with a soft cloth. Pearls, Cultured and Otherwise Apply a little olive oil to a soft cloth to … Continue reading →