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
Paint-by-number is back (and way cooler than before)
You remember those paint-by-number kits? Just put the right paint on the right number and you were supposed to end up with a great painting?Paint-by-number kits were first developed in 1950 by an artist named Dan Robbins, who pitched the idea to his boss, Max S. Klein, owner of the Palmer Paint Company in Michigan, according to Segmation.com. Klein marketed and promoted them … [Read more...] about Paint-by-number is back (and way cooler than before)
A big payoff in taking the optimistic view
If you're an optimist, you believe that any defeat is a temporary setback or a challenge. It doesn't knock you down.Using this theme in your life helps you move forward in your work. A positive view helps to prevent illness, improves relationships and increases self esteem. According to Mayo Clinic Proceedings, one study showed that optimists live longer, are healthier, and are … [Read more...] about A big payoff in taking the optimistic view
Perfect summer dessert: Sweet biscuits and strawberries
It's strawberry season, and that means classic shortcake -- the sweet, easy, cool and creamy dessert that always hits the spot.You can put a twist on your strawberries and cake this summer, using tender sweet biscuits that can be quickly assembled and baked ahead of time. Homemade whipped cream gives it the extra rich and creamy punch that makes this dessert a standout.You can … [Read more...] about Perfect summer dessert: Sweet biscuits and strawberries
Kakeibo: The Japanese art of budgeting
Budgeting apps are handy, but sometimes confusing. Does this item go to household expenses or should it be something else? Should that credit card charge count as a clothing expense? It can be hard to sort out the details. The Japanese, with their cultural focus on simplicity, come to the rescue with kakeibo. The Japanese budgeting method, which means "household finance … [Read more...] about Kakeibo: The Japanese art of budgeting