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SETTING UP AN ENERGY CONSERVATION BARRIER I N YOUR HOME

One of the surprise hits of last year in the movie world was 'An Inconvenient Truth', featuring former Vice-President Al Gore. A wake-up call to everyone who thought global warming didn't affect them, it made everyone look at how they use and conserve energy, especially in their homes. After all, stopping energy waste in your home not only helps the environment but saves you money, too. One of the ways to do this is with a radiant energy barrier.

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Car Talk Do-It-Yourself Tips

Here's the most important advice we can give: Your goal isn't to fix your car.

That's right.

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Rainy days, here I come!

Rainy season in our country can mean flooded streets, more traffic, leaking roofs, flooded houses, and electricity outages. Not a very good scenario that sometimes you will find yourself wishing it's summertime again. But rainy season usually lasts for three to four months. So instead of wishfully thinking of sunny days, read on for tips to survive the rainy days.

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The Perfect Morning Routine

Picture this: A mom helping her kids with socks and shoes, putting toothpaste on toothbrushes, handing each child his backpack and lunch box as he walks out the door.

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Prepare your kids for the school opening

It's the time of the year your kids are dreading of. They just don't want summer vacation to end. But whether they like it or not, school opening is here to come.

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Fire Safety

How do you make sure your work location is fire safe?

Ensure fire safety equipment is free and clear of obstructions and readily available.

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Fire safety tips at home

1. Always supervise your children around fires or heat.

2. Install and maintain smoke alarms. This should be tested monthly and replace batteries at least once a year.

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Do-it-yourself beauty products

Cucumber eye gel

Ingredients:
1/4 large cucumber
1 ounce aloe vera gel

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Easy Christmas decorating ideas


Here are some quick and simple ways to add a festive look to your home without spending a lot of time or money this Christmas season.

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Basic water-safety guidelines

(1) Learn to swim. Community organizations such as the YMCA and Red Cross have swimming classes for adults. Too embarrassed to take a class? Sign up for private lessons with a certified instructor.

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Learning to Love Your Pregnant Body

Sometimes the thing that holds back for new mothers to really feel the joy of pregnancy is the thought of physical transformation that will inevitably come with it.

Here are some strategies on how you can embrace your pregnant body.

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Small Home Appliance Care

* Unplug small electrical appliances, such as coffee makers, toasters, blenders, etc. after using them. Fires can start if an electrical component malfunctions.

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10 Basic steps in applying make-up

Applying make-up is not that hard, you don't always have to go to a salon and have it done by a professional. Just follow these simple steps then you'll be ready to go.

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How to remove common stains

Here are some practical steps on how to remove common stains on your garment:

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Tips for a clutter-free home

Experts said that stress is one of the leading causes of illnesses, and nothing could be more stressful than living in a cluttered and disorganized environment. So here are some tips to make your home or office a more comfortable and efficient working space.

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Recycle old newspapers

Stacks of old newspapers piled up in a corner are common sights at home. We either wait for newspaper buyers or just throw them in the bin. However, old newspapers could actually save us some cents by finding ways of reusing them everyday. Here are some of its practical uses:

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Ideas for effective marital communication

* When your spouse talks to you, try to understand what he or she is feeling.

* Give your partner both verbal and nonverbal feedback so he or she will know that you have understood what he or she meant.

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How to Avoid Illegal Recruitment

1. Do not apply at recruitment agencies not licensed by Philippine Overseas and Employment Agency.

2. Do not deal with licensed agencies without job orders.

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Sorting and Preparing to Wash Laundry

1. Sort laundry by color and fabric types.

2. Separate dress shirts from knits to prevent the shirts from picking up lints from the other clothes.

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Avoid electrical accidents

One of the common causes of electrical accidents is human error, usually caused by unsafe acts.

An unsafe act is a violation of an accepted procedure which may lead to an accident. Below are examples of unsafe acts to avoid:

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10 ways to maximize the use of baking soda

1) Make a paste of baking soda and water and rub on insect bites to relieve itching.

2) Remove coffee and tea stains by scrubbing pots or cups with baking soda and a plastic scouring pad.

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Don't be hooked by the Internet's biggest fraud

They call it 'phishing.' Crooks use official-looking e-mails and fake Web sites to get your personal data, then steal from you.

Some facts about the scam:

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How to disable your stolen cellphone

So your phone was lost or stolen? Get even. Disable it. Here are some simple steps:

1.) If you are a postpaid subscriber, immediately inform your Cellular Mobile Telephone System (CMTS) service provider (Globe, Smart, Sun Cellular) about the loss. The CMTS operator can block the SIM card to ensure that you will not be charged for further calls made on the phone.

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Preparing a Room for Painting

Materials:

* Ladder
* Spackling compound - A powder mixed with water or a ready-mix compound that is primarily used to fill large cracks in walls. It dries hard and can be sanded and painted
* Drop cloths
* Pail and rags
* Various painting tapes
* Sandpaper

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Top Ten Ways to be a Better Father

The expectations for fathers are increasing both at work and at home. Here are ten ways for fathers to be more effective in the most important job they'll ever have:

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Preventing Rust and Maintaining Your Garden Tools

Here's a list of tips to help keep your garden tools in good condition.

* Clean your tools well after every use.

* Store your tools somewhere dry and off the ground.

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Basic Principles of Good Parenting

What if your 4-year old daughter is having her tantrums - she wants to eat this, she wants you to buy this toy --- and she wants it now.

So, how do you deal with it? What is your goal in dealing with your kids? To show them that you're the boss? To instill fear? Or to help the child develop into a decent, self-confident human being?

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SETTING UP AN ENERGY CONSERVATION BARRIER I N YOUR HOME

Car Talk Do-It-Yourself Tips

Rainy days, here I come!

The Perfect Morning Routine

Prepare your kids for the school opening

Fire Safety

Fire safety tips at home

Do-it-yourself beauty products

Easy Christmas decorating ideas

Basic water-safety guidelines

Learning to Love Your Pregnant Body

Small Home Appliance Care

10 Basic steps in applying make-up

How to remove common stains

Tips for a clutter-free home

Recycle old newspapers

Ideas for effective marital communication

How to Avoid Illegal Recruitment

Sorting and Preparing to Wash Laundry

Avoid electrical accidents
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