Category Archives: summer

Teen Jobs

Posted on April 19, 2012 by

Summer is a great time for teens to get a job. Job experience of any kind will serve them well in the years to come; from the interview to the responsibility of timeliness and taking on duties, all will pay … Continue reading →

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Cool-Aid

Posted on July 28, 2011 by

With all the crazy high temperatures it is time we take a pause to think cool thoughts and create some even cooler ways to cool down. Cool by you? (Is my overuse of the word “cool” helping at all?) Here … Continue reading →

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It’s Hot, Read a Book

Posted on July 26, 2011 by

In the Midwest we are experiencing what are known as the dog days of summer. And when it gets this hot, we all tend to wind down a bit, hang out in the a/c and perhaps even turn to a … Continue reading →

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Summer Slushies Part II, Recipes!

Posted on July 7, 2011 by

In my last  blog I shared with you the basics on how to create cool summer slushies. Today I am going to share some of my favorite recipes with you. These are easy, yummy and quite a bit less than … Continue reading →

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Summer Slushies

Posted on July 5, 2011 by

I love the summer sunshine just as much as anyone, but as we head into July it seems that the hot keeps getting hotter and the humidity rises into the stratosphere. Though I love lemon water, iced tea and the … Continue reading →

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Wonderful Watermelon

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

Wet your summer whistle with juicy nutritious watermelon! Watermelon is a high source of Vitamin C, B6, B1, Potassium, Magnesium and Beta Carotene. It is also a concentrated source of Caratenoid Lycopene, which is an anti-cancer nutrient. When selecting watermelon … Continue reading →

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Your Natural First Aid Kit

Posted on May 12, 2011 by

As the weather warms our calendars begin to fill up with outdoor fun and activities. Whether you are planning a camping trip, going on a hike or just spending some time lake side, a first aid kit is always in … Continue reading →

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