Archive for May, 2007

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Inexpensive Ideas for Father’s Day Gifts

Thursday, May 31st, 2007

While it is easy to shop at well known department stores, you can find inexpensive ideas for Father’s Day gifts at your local flea markets.  Here you can browse each aisle, and find gifts which you may have on your list; or fine new ideas for gifts as well. Either way, by the time you […]

Get Ready for Summer: Volunteer at a Summer Camp for Kids

Tuesday, May 29th, 2007

One of the benefits of summer is that you can volunteer your time to help kids of all ages enjoy their summer camp experience. If you are interested, then get ready for summer and volunteer at a summer camp for kids.  Here’s what you need to do.
If you are sending your child to summer camp, […]

Father’s Day Handmade Gift Ideas

Sunday, May 27th, 2007

Thinking of Father’s Day brings to mind an episode of Bill Cosby in which his youngest daughter, Rudy, made him a clay ashtray. “But I don’t smoke!” he smiled.  He went on to thank her anyway and said he would use it as a paperweight in his home office. Thinking of Father’s Day handmade gift […]

Planning a Family Reunion

Friday, May 25th, 2007

Are you planning a family reunion? If you have a family as large as mine, you will need to prepare a few months in advance. Here are some tips to help make this reunion a huge success.
You will need to enlist the aid of a few relatives to pull this one off. With so many […]

5 Tips for Cleaning your Patio/Lawn Furniture

Wednesday, May 23rd, 2007

Soon you will be preparing your patio and lawn furniture for the summer. Can’t wait, right? Well here are some tips for cleaning your patio/lawn furniture.
While there are several methods you can use to clean your patio and lawn furniture, undoubtedly you do not want to use any harsh chemicals or environmentally unsafe cleaners. Therefore, […]

7 Memorial Day Activities the Whole Family Will Enjoy

Monday, May 21st, 2007

Memorial Day is a sober reminder of the men and women who fought and died in the name of freedom.  But, it is also a day to celebrate by engaging in a variety of activities.
Here are 7 Memorial Day activities the whole family will enjoy.
1. Have a barbecue and invite family and friends. Red, white, […]

Memorial Day History

Saturday, May 19th, 2007

Memorial Day was first celebrated on May 5, 1866 at Waterloo, New York. This was due to the fact that the town commemorated Memorial Day yearly with the entire community engaged in events, including decorating the graves of soldiers with flags and flowers.
Originally named Decoration Day in honor of the soldiers who died in the […]

Time to Open the Swimming Pool

Thursday, May 17th, 2007

Pretty soon it will be time to open the swimming pool and/or bring out the vinyl pool for your kids. In order to ensure any pool is safe and prepared for summer fun, here are some tips you can utilize.
If you have a vinyl pool, check for rips and tears. If there are any, you […]

Father’s Day Activities Dad is Sure to Love

Tuesday, May 15th, 2007

One of the best gift ideas for dad on Father’s Day is to give him the day off to have fun and relax. What better way than to engage in Father’s Day activities dad’s sure to love!
Is dad a golfer? Terrific! Why not take him to the golf range, with the entire family, and spend […]

Memorial Day Party Ideas

Sunday, May 13th, 2007

Memorial Day is the day we honor all of our men and women who are fighting wars across the world. Remember them as you celebrate the day.  Put out your American flag and hang it at half mast. Now, on to the celebration! If you need some Memorial Day party ideas, here are a few […]


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