Life
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Eco Friendly Products to Invest in This Year*
Over the last year there has been a lot of talk about doing your bit for the environment and to reduce your carbon footprint, and rightly so. Although personally I’ve never been under the delusion that the Earth has infinite resources it’s become a pressing subject with fears that our home planet will beyond repair THIS CENTURY. That’s terrifying! With concerns like that, it’s not hard to avoid getting swept along in the hysteria and you may no longer wish to wade through the pages of paper work provided by scientists to support the facts for fear you’d be too anxious to even live your life! In a nutshell there…
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Mimosa Pudica – Touch it More to Gain Plentiful Health Benefits*
Mimosa pudica, a very delicate to touch plant, is often referred to as the sensitive plant or touch me not. If you have touched the leaves of mimosa pudica before, you would certainly know how quickly its leaves retract and fold up as soon as they feel the stimulus. In case you’re wondering if the folding up reaction takes place only because of touch, then do know that the same reaction is seen in response to sudden changes in light and temperature conditions. This delicate plant has several medicinal properties. It has its origin in South and Central America. Nowadays, Mimosa Pudica seeds are also cultivated in a big way…
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3 Times in Your Life You May Need Money Fast, And How to Get It*
It’s the middle of the summer holidays and I’m broke. Usually I save a percentage of my money earned every month for tax and holidays, nope, not this month. Entertaining a 7 year old during the school holidays when it’s raining every single day and you live in a small town, as well as keeping her fed, is hard. I honestly thought it would get easier the older she got, but it’s actually getting harder. Factor in the cost of her school uniform and her new dance uniform on top of this. Ahh, I could scream. Money is by far the most stressful part of being an adult. Not being…
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When You Have Lost a Tooth*
Having crooked or missing teeth can really affect an individual’s self-esteem. There are many causes for tooth loss and while people with missing teeth are perceived to be less sociable, more often than not, missing teeth are a result of sporting injuries. It is understandable that many people who have missing teeth seek treatment they can so that they can get on with their lives. One of the most successful and satisfying ways that this can be done is by replacing the tooth root and connecting a replica tooth onto the abutment which can be done at any dental practice. In Melbourne, dental implants are very popular. This procedure allows…
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Getting the Best Out of Your Adulting Expenses*
Once upon a time, I used to work and spend every last penny on myself. I could go on holidays, spend a fortune in Topshop and own 77 MAC lipsticks and not even bat an eyelid (ahhh those days at University). I thought I was an adult because I could buy whatever I wanted. Then I graduated and entered the real world. At first, aside from rent and bills, I could spend everything else on myself, it still felt great that I was working so hard and really reaping the rewards. But then, at 24, I became a single mother and adulting got hard. For a long time I didn’t…
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3 Reasons Why an Assisted Living Place Could be Perfect for Your Older Loved Ones*
Assisted living allows seniors to remain as independent as possible while providing them with the care intervention they need. As people age, they may find themselves unable to care for themselves or complete daily chores. Instead of going into a nursing home, there are assisted living programs that allow seniors to live on their own and make important decisions while being properly supervised. Researching as much as possible about this type of program can help you decide if it will be best for your loved one. When researching, be sure to be as accurate as possible and look in depth at potential options, such as chelseaseniorliving.com/living-options/assisted-living/ that way you can get…
