Let’s face it. Waking up in the morning to get ready for work or school is not the easiest task in the world. I don’t even know how many times I’ve hit the snooze button on my phone before finally getting out of bed. However, if there is one thing that I actually look forward to before leaving … [Read more...]
Making Ice Cream On The Go
August 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A few years ago, my wife and I bought a fancy ice cream maker, so we could make delectable frozen treats whenever we wanted...I mean whenever the kids wanted. It was a bulky machine with canisters that sat in the freezer until we need it. Guess what? We hardly ever used it. Half the time, we didn't … [Read more...]
Best and Worst: Valentine’s Gifts for Women
February 9, 2010 By 1 Comment
The worst gifts you can give a woman are gifts that seem judgmental. Remember, this is different for many women. The general things to stray away from are weight, body image, and anything that seems to draw attention to a woman's faults. Giving a woman a scale is probably the worst gift imaginable, and … [Read more...]
Recipe Spotlight: Make your own Chocolate
February 4, 2010 By Leave a Comment
We all have food cravings. Sometimes, it's for something super salty, sometimes super sweet: whatever is going on biologically doesn't concern me, it's how you best manage your craving to do the least amount of damage to your waistline, and still feel satisfied. For me, it's all about the chocolate. … [Read more...]
Create Your Own Valentine’s Date: Fondue Sets
January 27, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Last week we talked about creative at-home dates for Valentine's Day. But why reserve creative dating to the holidays? Think a little outside the box every week, and plan a fun dining event or activity for you and your loved one. Maybe create a delicious stew for two or make some fun and festive drinks. … [Read more...]
Special Sales: College Shopping 2.0
August 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Walmart's newest dedication to using social networking tools and Web 2.0 interfaces may be rooted in capitalism and greedy corporations, but there are some great user benefits that save the college-bound a few hundred in shipping, packaging, or unnecessary double and triple trips back and forth to the … [Read more...]
Party On: What to Look for When Buying a Mini Kegerator
June 25, 2009 By 3 Comments
While I have strived to make my posts for Smarter.com's Home and Garden section as PG and universal as possible, I will admit that I have been leaving out one important summer event: the all-out party and beer fest that certainly comes at least once a year at any well-bred household! To have the best … [Read more...]
Discount Salt and Pepper Shakers – Unique and Nifty
April 15, 2009 By 2 Comments
I admit it, I never could figure out those 80's Rubik's cubes. I would get baffled and just masterfully peel the sticker squares of the sides I could not get to match up, some people call it cheating - I call it clever. :) Well these Rubik Salt & Pepper shakers do not require any thought, just … [Read more...]
