Two Electronic Cigarette Options to Help You Quit Smoking

The American Cancer Society reported in 2012 that only about 18% of the population in the United States smoke cigarettes. This is definitely good news, since about 42% of the population smoked in 1965. However, there are still 45 million Americans who continue to smoke. If you are one of them, then you may have tried a wide variety of different tactics to try and quit over the years. While some people may choose to use patches or gum to get rid of the habit for good, electronic cigarettes are also an option. [Read More]

How To Get The Best Price For Jewelry At A Pawn Shop

Pawning or selling jewelry at a pawn shop can provide much-needed extra cash when a sudden financial problem arises. Unfortunately, the process of pawning or selling jewelry is not always as simple as one would expect, leaving many sellers unsatisfied with the amount they receive for their piece. Here are three tips that can help you get the best price for your jewelry at a pawn shop. Clean Your Jewelry [Read More]

Garden Troubleshooting: Ideas for Improving Your Strawberry Crop

Growing strawberries can be a very rewarding task, but they can also be a little bit tricky. They have complex root systems, and the fruit is just as attractive to wasps and slugs as it is to humans. If you're having no success with your strawberry plants, or find that your crop is ravaged by pests, here are few things you can try. Grow strawberries in a planter. Even though they don't have deep roots, strawberries need good soil depth for moisture and space to spread out, as they produce more plants using runners. [Read More]

Accentuate The Positive With Negative Ions

If you find yourself invigorated by the forces of nature, like the pounding surf at the ocean or the refreshed air after a thunderstorm, you've already experienced the positive effects of negative ions in the air. While you may not have understood the science behind it, your body and mind reacted to the change in the charge of the air, bringing you renewed energy and focus. You can take advantage of the positive effects of negative ions by adding a Himalayan salt lamp to your home or office. [Read More]