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It’s an odd year and the Easter Bunny is not excluded from the stay home, stay safe order. I had visions of Otto in his Easter Sunday suit running around with his cousins looking for eggs but that will have to happen next year. Honestly, that is not even the real reason of Easter anyway. Easter Sundays is one of my favorite services of the entire year and I mourn not being gathered together singing my favorite easter hymns. There is so much hope and promise with everything that comes with Easter. It feels appropriate that as we enter what...

By Anne Balogh, ConcreteNetwork.com A small backyard is often a detriment to selling a home, especially to potential buyers with big families. Although you can’t make your yard larger, you can make it more appealing and functional through the use of decorative concrete. Here are five ideas and tips for using concrete to create a small outdoor sanctuary that makes a significant impact. 1. Install a Stamped Concrete Patio Backyard patios don’t have to be giant rectangular slabs. Rectangular shapes aren’t always practical and often don’t optimize the space, especially in smaller yards where square footage is at a premium....

Most people need more sleep than they realize Some people say they don’t need very much sleep.  Recently a super sleep gene was found.  Only about 5% of people have it.  It allows their body to cycle through the REM and non REM sleep cycles more quickly so the person feels more rested in a shorter amount of time. Unfortunately, about 30% of people report only needing 4 hours of sleep a night.  So about 25% of those people would benefit from more sleep. Harold Taylor is a time management expert.  He publishes a newsletter, Taylor Time Newsletter.  The August...

Bathroom vanities are an integral part of most bathroom designs.  Not only are they a source of essential storage they also support your countertop and sink, where you get ready every morning and night.  Vanity cabinetry is also a central component of bathroom design style, setting the tone for your space with the door style, wood type, and color.  There are several basic styles of cabinetry to choose from, including built-in cabinets, freestanding, and furniture-style vanities.  Which one is right for you? This will depend on your home style, the size of your bathroom, and personal preference.  Read on to...

Seasoning popcorn is a great way to take it to the next level. While you can always stick with the classic salt-and-butter combo, there are many other flavorful combinations that you can try. The key to getting the seasoning to stick to the popcorn is to toss the popcorn with some melted butter or oil first. Be sure to add the seasoning as soon as possible, however, or it won't stick. [Edit]Steps [Edit]Using Savory Seasonings Make a Cajun powder blend if you like spicy flavors. Pour 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of melted butter over 10 cups (80 g) of popcorn,...