Statue of Liberty Facts

Statue of Liberty Facts

​ The most photographed woman in the world

Liberty Island, in the harbor of New York, is the home of the Statue of Liberty, also known as Lady Liberty. Millions of emigrants have looked up to her as she welcomed them to their new home, symbolizing hope for all.

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Pet Sitting Facts

Pet Sitting Facts

Make sure your furry kids are in good hands when you’re away from home

When business or pleasure takes responsible pet owners away from home, they worry about their pets. With no family or friends to take care of their furry kids, an alternative has to be found. A pet sitting service is one option. Before making this important decision, consider the following pet sitting facts.

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Can Cats Talk

Can Cats Talk

You bet they can

Do you have cats that ‘talk’? No? Consider yourself lucky. Every night Greyson chatters to the point that my son, or I, or both of us yell “Greyson! Enough!” or “Greyson, shut up!”
Actually, I have four cats: Charlotte, Holly, Halley, and the aforementioned Greyson. Each of them produces a unique sound.
Charlotte is an old cat, she could be 14, 16, or even 17 years old, I’ve lost count along the way. Overall, Charlotte doesn’t say much, she rarely produces a sound, but when she does she sounds like a sheep with laryngitis.

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Interesting Facts About Cats

Interesting Facts about Cats

Responsible cat owners spay/neuter their pets

Kittens are adorable and have a way of stealing someone’s heart merely by being cute. When kittens grow up and turn into cats, some of that cuteness disappears and personality takes its place. People who love their pets, want to know more about them and wonder about interesting facts about cats.

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How to Install Hardwood Flooring

How to Install Hardwood Flooring

It’s not as easy as you think

Dull, downtrodden flooring can ruin the look of your house or condo. When considering a facelift for your home, hardwoods or laminate flooring is the perfect solution. Wood offers a warmer aesthetic than ceramic tiles and they are relatively easy to keep clean. Before installing hardwoods or laminate, familiarize yourself with the various types of lumber and tips for installation.

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How not to care what others think

How to Not Care What Others Think

There is a balance between achieving confidence in your decision-making process and not become a self-centered

Most people consider their family and friends’ opinions on everyday life. Whether selecting an outfit, choosing a career, or making a large purchase, it’s normal to care about what others might think. Or is it? Whatever the decision, shouldn’t it be your choice? How to not care what others think requires insight into yourself and a strategy, but it can be done.

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The Day I Tried Making Cupcakes

The oven looked like a washing machine

I’m considering buying a bread maker. I do say “considering” though because I have some serious reservations.

I read the reviews of a particular bread maker online, and the opinions on the quality and performance of the machine varied. One person was thrilled with her bread maker, the other would have just as soon thrown it out the window. One said she had success from the first try, the other had to throw the first four loaves she made in the bin.

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Moments of Confusion

You might be able to relate

We’ve all known moments of confusion. Times when we go to the kitchen or bedroom to get something, and don’t remember why we went there in the first place. Or looking for reading glasses while wearing them. But at the Manero house, confusion takes on a whole new meaning.

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Five Health Benefits of Coconut Water

So much more than just a drink

In recent years, bottled water has become a popular drink. It’s tasty, refreshing and doesn’t contain any calories. Other than hydrating your body, water doesn’t offer additional nutrients. Health benefits of coconut water, on the other hand, count quite a few.

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Signs of a Grieving Cat

Signs of a Grieving Cat

If you’re sad, chances are he’s too

Because cats are considered wild and independent creatures, some cat owners don’t pay attention to how their pet behaves when a companion passes away. They are often too upset about the loss themselves to consider if cats grieve too.

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How to recognize good pet food

Would you want to eat what you put in their bowl?

Most cats and dogs have a soft basket to sleep in, a juicy bone to chew or plenty of toys to keep them entertained. When it comes to feeding their pets though, owners are frequently uninformed. What are good pet foods to buy? There are many products available and they all look appealing, but before buying, take a closer look.

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Harry and Meghan Living like Regular People

How long will it last … a month, a year?

“Harry, it’s time.”

“Time for what?”

“To get up, it’s six.”

“Six? Six o’clock! Meghan are you crazy. Wake me in about four hours.”

“No, Harry, we wanted to live like regular people, remember? Regular people get up at six o’clock.”

“They do?”

“Yes. They get up to go to work and you have to get a job too.”

“Doing what?”

“I don’t know. What are you trained for?”

“I was trained as a soldier and can fly a helicopter.”

“That’s nice dear, but I don’t think there are many jobs for helicopter pilots. What else can you do?”

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Five Ways to Improve Weight Loss

There’s no need to starve yourself

When you first begin a diet, the pounds seem to melt away. As time goes by you may notice that the scale is hardly moving. Along with a sluggish scale, your motivation may hit a snag too. What you need is an effective plan, and five ways to improve your weight loss results.

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Five ice breakers for quelling the first date jitters

These five ice breakers might put you at ease

A first date is difficult for men and women alike. As if where to go, what to do and what to wear isn’t nerve-wracking enough, there are the uncomfortable questions and awkward silences. To ensure that your nerves don’t get the better of you, the following are five ice breakers for quelling the first date jitters.

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