If you missed a spot with sunscreen or forgot it entirely, you may have to cope with a sunburn at the end of your pool or beach day.Once you notice a burn, stay out of the sun. Start cooling water immediately. A cool water cloth could be handy in a pinch. At home, take slow-running cool showers throughout the day.Take ibuprofen for pain and swelling.Aloe vera is helpful … [Read more...] about How to treat a sunburn
Work at home opportunities on the rise
The work-from-home trend that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic may have opened some doors for seniors and for those with mobility issues who want or need to work. One key to any remote work is making sure you have adequate computer skills. If you want a job at home, take a class or brush up! These skills are essential today, according to FlexJobs.Among the jobs … [Read more...] about Work at home opportunities on the rise
Excellence drives success, experts say
Everyone longs for the day when the boss comes by to say they've got a promotion, a transfer with a bigger paycheck or a very interesting new job.Don't wait for it to happen. You can do a lot toward moving yourself into position for a job you want. Consider these steps.* First, do your job well. Know what is expected of you and realize that your bosses want you to grow in your … [Read more...] about Excellence drives success, experts say
Why Aren’t My Squashes Fruiting?
It’s a common problem: squash, pumpkin or zucchini (courgette) plants look healthy, they may even be flowering, but they just won’t produce any fruits! There are a number of reasons this might happen, but fortunately the solutions are usually simple. In this video we’ll explore the reasons why your squashes may not be fruiting, and show you what you can do to get them on … [Read more...] about Why Aren’t My Squashes Fruiting?
Technology helps protect animals
Today, most people generally take to heart the commandment to be kind to animals. Bad people remain, of course. People still poach rhinos and elephants for their tusks, for example. And there are still horrid people. Among the horrid, a man in Thailand who became so enraged that a dog chewed on his shoe that, in a rage, he cut the dog's two front legs off with a sword. But … [Read more...] about Technology helps protect animals