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Archives for September 2022

Homes get smart with new technology

by Harold Carey Jr

You've probably heard about this home design trend and maybe even used it, and it's about to be everywhere: Voice control technology. According to National Public Media, about a third of Americans own a smart speaker that connects to digital voice assistants like Alexa or Siri, and 86 percent agree that the speakers provide a convenient living experience.Voice technology … [Read more...] about Homes get smart with new technology

Selecting the right configuration to future-proof your laptop

by Harold Carey Jr

Selecting the right computer can be a difficult task. Not only are there dozens of different models, but often, each model comes in several different variations. No matter what laptop you buy, you're likely spending hundreds of dollars, so you'll want a computer that will last for years to come. Wondering how to future-proof your laptop? We got you covered. First there's … [Read more...] about Selecting the right configuration to future-proof your laptop

Gourds make fun holiday projects

by Harold Carey Jr

Gourd vines are nature's container store.Their beautiful fruits have been used for countless centuries as dippers, bird houses, storage boxes, hats, vases, eating bowls, musical instruments, candle holders, salt shakers and anything else you can imagine.They also make an excellent base for holiday decorations. With a trip to a farmer's market (or a search online), you can … [Read more...] about Gourds make fun holiday projects

Garden cleanup time: Do it now

by Harold Carey Jr

Warm fall weather encourages many of us to delay putting our gardens to bed, but late September and all of October are the best times to do it. Some tomato lovers leave their plants in the ground in hopes that their green tomatoes will ripen. It's time to give it up. The same is true for peppers and cucumbers and other garden favorites.Pull the spent vegetables and annuals … [Read more...] about Garden cleanup time: Do it now

September is Cholesterol Education Month: Time to check up on LDLs and HDLs

by Harold Carey Jr

Accountants aren't the only ones who go by the numbers. Increasingly, doctors gauge your health by your numbers as well. Better numbers mean better health and lower risk of heart attacks and strokes. You can make healthy choices that add up to better numbers every day. To do it, keep LDL cholesterol numbers in mind and choose smaller portions when it comes to high-fat … [Read more...] about September is Cholesterol Education Month: Time to check up on LDLs and HDLs

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