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Working from home has become increasingly popular over the last few years. Though there are many perks to working remotely, there are also some risks. When it comes to setting up a secure internet connection and protecting your data, here are a few things you should know.
Risks of TelecommutingWorking from home can create security challenges. Employees in an office use computers that are provided by a company and that have antivirus software installed and updated by an IT department. Workers ca...
No matter how clean we are or what we do, sometimes it seems like our homes are a haven for all kinds of critters. But instead of turning to harsh chemicals to shoo them away, try utilizing one of these all-natural tips that are tried and true.
Break out the essential oils
Natural oils, such as mint, vanilla, lavender, and lemongrass, are known to naturally repel insects. Keeping some in a bowl diluted with a little water should keep things like ants and spiders off of countertops.
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In the age of apps, there’s more to preserving the masterpieces your children create than just sticking them on the refrigerator.
Eventually, the magnets will slip and something that’s dear to you—or your child—could fall off and end up in the trash. If you have the space for keeping their school artwork or homemade projects, you may keep them in plastic containers and sort through them at a later time. But if you’re running out of closet space or are worried that too many of these precious mem...
For those who wear glasses, especially at work, constantly having smudges and scratches on the lenses can quickly become distracting and even potentially harmful for your vision. In addition to the lenses, if glasses are not properly sanitized, bacteria can form and harm your eyes and skin. Keeping eyeglasses clean, sanitized and free of scratches may seem simple enough, but with this cleaning method, you can ensure clean, scratch-free and smudge-free results.
Though most pairs of glasses come...
White vinegar is a household staple when it comes to an all-natural cleaning solution. This chemical-free liquid is a low-cost and safe way to keep most surfaces and appliances around the house free from grime, grease and funky smells. Here are five places around your home where white vinegar can come in handy when it’s time to do some chores.
WindowsFrom grease buildup to fingerprints, the windows in your home will always find a way to get dirty. Whether you’re spring cleaning or simply looki...
Gardening can be an excellent way to relax, connect with nature, and grow food for your family and flowers to decorate your home and share with others. Unfortunately, seasonal temperature changes, unpredictable weather and other issues can make growing plants outdoors a challenge. With a greenhouse, you can avoid these problems.
Grow What You Want, When You WantMost plants only grow well under specific conditions and therefore can only be raised outdoors at certain times of the year. A greenhou...
Every parent or caregiver knows the difficulty of navigating stir crazy children when the weather prohibits a fun day outside.These activities can keep kids occupied while engaging their creativity or encouraging them to get moving in an indoor-appropriate manner.
Children’s Yoga VideosIf you are looking for an easy way to keep the children in your household active when outdoor play isn’t possible, yoga may be the answer. Yoga is on the top of many adults’ lists for in-home workouts because i...
