Death has always been a difficult subject, and we all dread that day when we lose a loved one. That day came to me six years ago, when I got the call that my best friend had been killed in a car accident the night before. He was devastated, but through this experience, I was able to learn some very […]
Auto insurance is something that no one wants to pay for but it is necessary and must be done. It may seem like an unnecessary expense at first, until your car is damaged in some way and then it’s essential to get paid on that claim. At this point, it is the deductible that you do not want to pay. […]
When remodeling your kitchen or bathroom, you want to use the most durable and attractive materials available. Natural stone is one of the most desired countertop surfaces for its longevity and unique beauty. Installing custom stone countertops is a sound investment in your home. They will add value and aesthetic appeal to your kitchen and bathrooms. Kitchen countertops are an […]
Would you believe someone if they told you that the first Harley Davidson built in 1903 used a tomato can as a carburetor? You may find this story hard to believe, but while undocumented, this tomato can carburetor urban legend has been doing the rounds for years. However, it is a fact that the carburetor was invented by Wilhem Maybach. […]
The 80-year-old LEGO Group believes that “only the best is good enough,” according to founder Kirk Christiansen. Consequently, it is registered to several key ISO standards, including ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 14001 (environmental management) and ISO 8124 (toy safety). When was the last time you opened a new LEGO kit and found missing parts or instructions or something less […]
One of the most effective ways for property managers and energy engineers to improve the energy efficiency of a building envelope is to install window films. Window film makes glass more energy efficient, at a much more affordable cost than new windows or other glazing upgrades. Of course, there is a wide variety of energy efficiency improvements to choose from, […]
When you’re sitting in your car in the drive-thru lane, waiting for your order to go out the window, have you ever stopped to think exactly how many people eat fast food? How many restaurants do you pass on the way home? With variety and convenience, a restaurant franchise is a guaranteed and lucrative investment. Did you know that in […]
Lawyers for government agencies live in a bubble. They are protected by the same system of corruption, nepotism, waste, fraud and abuse that causes so many federal employees so much hardship. As long as these lawyers toe the party line, their jobs are secure; they get good pensions; and they don’t have to worry about much. While not all government […]
Are you stuck, frustrated, or not sure where your life is headed? Do you find yourself spinning your wheels, or are you just not making progress in critical areas of your life, even though you spend MOST of your time obsessing over them? Do you find yourself wondering about the “meaning of life” or harboring “is THIS all there is” […]
Have you gone to your basement to do some laundry only to find that the pipes in your washing machine are completely frozen? You’re not alone. This happens regularly, especially during the cold winter seasons. But you do have to worry about permanent damage to the tubing and motor. Before that can happen, you must first defrost your washing machine. […]
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