Credit Cards Are The Best Way To Go While everyone thinks about paying for a vacation from an affordability standpoint, few consider what type of payment to use once there. What method of payment for airfare, lodging, and other accommodations, will you use? Will you use your credit card, debit card, cash, or even checks, when applicable? Credit cards are the best way to go. They save on both cost and hassle....

When you get home from a long day at work or school, you most likely sit down to catch up on your favorite TV show or scope all the social media drama you may have missed. While it may feel like the right thing to do after a long, mentally tiring day, sitting actually increases your risk of death. Even if you hit the gym on occasion, you may not be compensating enough....

In today’s economy, students have more debt than ever before; some estimate the total amount of student loan debt is well over 1 trillion dollars in the United States alone. While these numbers are daunting, the repayment process doesn’t have to be. By following some simple suggestions, you can reduce you burden and your overall interest payments without living like a broke college student for the rest of your life!...

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I don’t think I’m alone in saying the GoPro has to be a leading contender for the “most popular invention of the noughties” award. The company’s sales figures certainly back this up. In 2012 alone, the company reported to have sold 2.3 million units and grossed over $500 million in sales. That is a whole lot of GoPros. Furthermore, GoPro’s founder, Nick Woodman, is now a billionaire at age 37....

(PS #7 is my all time favourite when it comes to Friendship Quote)

Hoverboards have always been fascinating for tech enthusiasts. A handful of movies featured them, but now you can get one of your own! The Hendo Hoverboard is a real, working hoverboard that works on a specific type of platform. It’s lightweight, easy to use, and there exists a developers’ kit for inventors that allows virtually anyone to apply the same technology anywhere! Think moving trays, hovering couches, and floating platforms....

However, how do you know that the person that you are trusting to watch your precious kids can be trusted? Also, as a babysitter or nanny, how do you know that the person you are sitting for will not stiff you. If you own an Apple iPhone, there is an app for that, the Urbansitter App. Find Your Perfect Baby Sitter Urbansitter, Inc. created the perfect solution to the problem of couples looking for a sitter for their kids and local sitters/nanny’s looking for work....

Some even go so far as to say that if you’re not talented enough, you should just give up: maybe you’re just not cut out to be a tennis player/pianist/painter—stop wasting your time! But this is a very toxic idea. While it’s true that talent maybe an advantage for some people, successful people don’t rely on talent alone. They have done lots of other things that you don’t know of to achieve success....

While famous celebrity women such as actress Megan Fox and singer Shakira are flaunting extraordinary post-baby bodies on the front cover of every magazine, it is difficult for the average woman with no time for strenuous fitness or the money for a personal trainer to feel satisfied with their appearance. To address this issue, photographer Jade Beall produced a series of photographs portraying the body of a woman after giving birth....

Here are some dead giveaways that you were raised by hipster parents: 1. Your main mode of transportation was a bicycle Even when your family had a perfectly functional car, most destinations were reached by being strapped to the back of one of your parent’s bikes. Your house was always filled with bumper stickers that supported biking coalitions…and instead of getting a car for your 16th birthday you got a 3-speed....

Moreover, some people now disregard the importance of calligraphy as an integral part of the modern Chinese language. Others say it is merely a practice for old men. But this is unfair and unwise. Calligraphy, although considered to be dated in some circles, is about much more than simply passing the time. There is no doubt that calligraphy is not easy. Non-native Chinese speakers will undoubtedly find it particularly challenging....

The Age of Most Nobel Prize Winners A recent study tracked the ages of Nobel Prize winners, great inventors, and scientists. As you can see in the graph below, the researchers found that most groundbreaking work peaked during the late thirties — at least a full decade into any individual career. Even in the fields of science and math, creative breakthroughs often require ten years or more or work. [2]...

1. They help you de-stress. Stress at any level can deplete the body of magnesium, so it is important to replenish the body through methods like epsom bath salts. Adding this substance to warm water allows our bodies to easily soak up the magnesium through our skin. This mineral helps the body maintain a state of calm and also has a myriad of other benefits including reduced irritability, increased energy levels, deeper sleep and improved concentration levels....

Having dual monitors can make your life easier. Unfortunately, it’s not easy to setup. Now there’s a new way you can get all the benefits of having a dual screen without needing to spend hours on configuration. Packed Pixels launched a funding campaign for their latest product that offers a portable dual screen for people who are on the go. This could be useful for graphic designers or individuals who manage a mindless amount of documents....

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Decide what dishes you want to make Figure out what can be done ahead Plan out the big day on the timeline Re-evaluate your menu Time to cook Have fun Good suggestions – for other who is not in US, this is a great planning reference when you are cooking for big meals. The most important is don’t stress about it and have fun! Happy Thanksgiving everyone! How to Stay Sane on Turkey Day – [FoodieView]

This is quite similar to when you are very hungry and go to restaurant, you may tend to order more than you possibly can eat! Tip for reducing food costs – [Sound Money Tips]

My family (patient wife + 2 energetic boys — six and two years old) also joined me in my 3G — “Great Geek Getaway”. Here are 10 thoughts and beliefs that I confirmed as I strolled through Cupertino, Palo Alto, Mountain View and San Francisco: 1. Do what you love with a vengeance In a job that you hate? Quit. In an industry you like but in the wrong department?...

Overall, when you choose a decorative concrete floor, you’re choosing an option that will hold up over time and save you valuable time and money. 1. Not Prone to Scratching Vinyl floors and even the most durable hardwood floors are prone to being scratched from simple wear and tear. This is a little less likely with carpets, but everyday foot traffic will absolutely wear them down. When you have decorative concrete flooring that is great quality, it will be very difficult to scratch with high foot traffic or everyday use....