Lifestyle

By now, the saying “All work and no play makes you dull” is as cliché as any, but if you’re always on the go and never stop to smell the (also) cliché roses, you could be running yourself ragged. It’s important to take time to recharge, as big an investment in yourself as putting all that time in at the office. No matter what your interests, financial situation, or social preferences are, you’ll find something that has you looking forward to 5pm.

Where environmental concerns are paramount‭, ‬people often wonder‭ ‬how to live‭ ‬in an eco-friendly  sustainable manner‭. ‬Sustainable living has a myriad of facets‭ ‬and can be done on a grand or small scale‭. ‬Permaculture‭, ‬green home renovations‭ (‬solar panels‭, ‬tank less‭ ‬water heaters‭, ‬low-flow faucets‭), ‬and hybrid/electric vehicles‭ ‬are major sustainable efforts‭.  ‬

Three main tenets of green building design include energy efficiency, water efficiency, and minimal harm to the surrounding environment. The scramble to get in on the exploding green market has had some fundamental and interesting effects in the arena of green home design. One resonating theme among the different types of homes is harmony with their natural surroundings, reuse of old, or existing materials, and commitment to a low-impact life.

Even though they often share room on the shelves, natural foods are a shoddy alternative to organic foods.

Tracing your family history may be a little easier, thanks to a newly organized slave database the Virginia Historical Society has launched. 



Business parties are not only a way to celebrate a company’s successes and a way to foster networking; a great corporate affair can also help boost a firm’s reputation with much-needed publicity. But with today’s economy, most companies have tightened their entertainment budgets. Despite this, you can still throw a great bash.

According to a report by the U.S. Bureau of the Census, by the year 2050 the U.S. population age 65 or older will grow more than 148% from 2000 levels. Because of this growing trend--the aging of America--millions of people will find themselves taking care of an elderly parent. This responsibility takes planning--physically, financially and emotionally. But being prepared can make matters easier. 

   



It is no secret that drinkable water is hard to come by in some parts of Africa. RainCatcher has become a viable solution.

In a bad economy it can be a nuisance to find food that is healthy and affordable. Check out these tips to eating well w/o breaking your budget.

Today’s expectant mother has to do more than eat healthy and take prenatal vitamins to protect their unseen bundle of joy from harm.