Posted by Larimer Associates on 11:55 AM
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Vacations to the beach or day trips to the beach are incomplete with something delicious to snack on throughout the day. But not everything is good for the beach! You need the perfect treats to fuel you for more fun all day in the sun. What do you like to snack on at the beach? Here are some great ideas and recipes from the Kitchn.
Packing food for a picnic in the park is pretty easy. But when your picnic happens to be on the beach, there's a new set of rules and a few more factors to consider before filling your basket or cooler.For starters, there's the sand. It's totally obvious, but no matter how hard you...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:09 AM
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Living in apartments can be confining when there isn’t much room. Living rooms in particular can feel stifling when there isn’t room to stretch out and relax. Being cramped into a tiny room where you’re trying to relax is stressful. These tips from Apartment Therapy can help you get the most out of your small space.Living in a small living room, like living in a small home, is a delicate balance of aesthetics and sacrifice. Your living room is often the central hub of your home, and so should have special attention paid to it, particularly if it's on the small side.
1. Add a collage of mirrorsInstead of (or in addition...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:43 AM
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Cleaning your whole home can be difficult. But cleaning in smaller sections can make it easier. If you adopt these 4 cleanly habits, you can cut down on your cleaning time. These 4 tips from Apartment Therapy can help you become a cleaner person.
Want a cleaner home? One that gets cleaner easier, stays cleaner longer, and doesn't feel like the act of cleaning dominates your life? There are four habits that can be life-changers; could they change yours?
Carve out (and schedule) your cleaning chunkWe have provided you with a lot of different cleaning schedules over the years. What they've all got in...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 10:48 AM
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Summer can get hot so you’ll need some help cooling down. What’s better than a yummy popsicle? Not only is it delicious and chilling, but it’s healthy too! These fruit popsicles from Sally’s Baking Addiction will hit the spot and keep you cool on stifling summer days.
Ingredients:
1 large ripe banana, peeled, cut into chunks, & frozen
12 large strawberries, sliced in half
1/2 cup pineapple juice (or orange juice)
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
Popsicle mold (here is the one I own)
Directions:
Blend all of the ingredients together on high speed until smooth - about 2 minutes. Scrape down the...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 9:47 AM
Happy Independence Day! We hope your weekend is filled with friends, family and fun...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 1:12 PM
The first day of summer was yesterday and with this weather heating up, we’re in for a sunny summer! Keeping your skin protected from the sun’s rays is smarter than lying out and soaking them up all day. You can enjoy the sunshine while still staying safe. These tips and facts from Real Self will help keep you safe from the dangerous UV rays.
Summer's almost here, and you know what that means: outdoor festivals, backyard barbecues, and days at the beach! Unfortunately, there's nothing like a sunburn to put a damper on the fun, not to mention leave behind some pretty unsightly tan lines.However, there's more to using sunscreen...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 10:30 AM
Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there doing their best to be role models for their children. Thanks for everythi...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 1:27 PM
Exercising is difficult, no ifs, ands or buts about it. But when it comes down to it, exercising can benefit you in ways you might not have even realized. There are a million reasons why you don’t want to work out but Care2 has 7 reasons that prove that you should.Starting a new exercise routine can be daunting, and the long-term benefits can often seem too far off to motivate us to give up an extra hour of sleep in favor of hitting the gym. But luckily, there’s plenty of instant gratification to be had when you work out. Need some motivation? Keep reading for seven ways your workout will benefit you immediately.It’ll boost creativity.A thirty-minute...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 12:29 PM
When you feel worn out and run down you need to change your habits. A few easy lifestyle changes are all that’s needed to improve your mental and physical health. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Mashable has compiled 7 simple things you can do to feel better when you’re at your worst.Here are seven quick ways to improve your overall mental health.1. Walk outside.Skip the gym and head for the great outdoors. While exercising in itself is a great boost to your mental health, going for a walk or run outside has even more vital health benefits. Studies show you'll exert more effort, and will have increased signs of "vitality, enthusiasm,...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 10:03 AM
Have you spoken with your landlord since you moved in? Living in an apartment isn’t always a walk in the park. It could benefit you tremendously if you establish a positive relationship with your landlord. Follow these tips from Lifehacker to get the most out of your apartment living. http://lifehacker.com/top-10-tricks-for-better-apartment-living-1441257482Apartment hunting can be stressful, and living in an apartment isn't always a picnic either. From noisy neighbors to horrible landlords and tight spaces, things can get dicey. But with the right tricks up your sleeve, living in an apartment can be awesome. Here are ten ways to make that...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 10:26 AM
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Posted by Larimer Associates on 2:12 PM
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Tossing and turning at night is frustrating. There are a number of different reasons that we may not be getting the sleep we need when then sun is down. Reasons such as sleeping with your phone, procrastinating at bedtime or sleeping next to a serial snorer can be enough to ruin a good REM cycle for the night.If you've tried everything to get your snooze on and nothing's working, the secret may be in the amount of sunlight you're exposed to during the day. Writer, Carrie McBride, from Apartment Therapy examines how moving your work space closer to the window can actually help you fall asleep...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 2:03 PM
We'd like to wish a Happy Earth Day to everyone out there! Let's all take a moment to appreciate our planet and enjoy nature...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 2:53 PM
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We have all seen something on Pinterest that we thought would look so cool, but then said, “I could never do that.” Yes, you can! Aside from things that you may have to ask your landlord for permission for, there are still many things you can do to take risks as you decorate--from furniture, to rugs, to accessories. So here’s that motivation you need to actually put those Pinterest boards to use, courtesy of Apartment Therapy.
1. Decide to do it — This is both the easiest and hardest part. You've thought it through, debated endlessly and now it's time for a simple yes or no. It's liberating! No more,...
Posted by Larimer Associates on 8:59 AM
We'd like to wish everyone out there a Happy Easter! Here's hoping today is a great day!
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Posted by Larimer Associates on 11:03 AM
We all love a good night of Netflix and Pizza. However, instead of calling your favorite pizza place, you should try this easy recipe. This BBQ Chicken Pizza will quickly become your favorite. You can learn more at The Kitchn.
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Posted by Larimer Associates on 11:58 AM
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Do you spend hours a day on Pinterest in search of projects to do in your spare time? Does the sound of Martha Stewart’s name make you insanely happy? If you live for a good craft project, then you are a member of the DIY (do it yourself) club! If you want to actually get around to doing some of the projects you’ve pinned, make sure you have these essential items and tools, courtesy of Apartment Guide, on hand!
1. Mod Podge
If you’ve never heard of this stuff/used it, let me tell you, it’s amazing. It might sound like the name of an ’80s pop rock...
