Articles in the Posts Category

The best way to prevent problems with a vacuum cleaner is to make sure that it is always in good shape. To do this, make sure that is serviced on a regular basis, such as every few years. Regular service often helps to catch issues before they become a big problem. However, many avoid this and simply use their sweeper until it finally breaks or needs work. Identify The Problem If Possible If the unit has stopped working like it used to, the first step is to try to identify the problem. This will make it much easier to figure out what kind of vacuum cleaner service and repair is needed. It may be a simple issue such as a lack of suction caused by a damaged hose, or a wheel that squeaks […]

Many vacuum cleaner owners are familiar with having to go to a store and locate a new belt or bag for their sweeper. Some may also know the frustration of not being able to find the right part. If the right replacement isn’t available, then owners are often forced to drive around town trying to find a replacement, or may have to call a number of stores trying to locate one. Start By Looking Online For Parts Fortunately, one of the fastest ways to find vacuum cleaner parts now is to simply look online for them. This is because many stores offer an online shop that has a much larger inventory. Even if a particular online store is out of stock, there are often a number of other sites that may carry the […]

No one wants bats in their home, but if it happens, removing them is a high priority. Getting control of a bat who’s managed to intrude into your premises isn’t easy and so to help you avoid such a situation I’m going to give you a list of the top ten ways a bad can get into your home. Before I give you the list, I’d like you to know that I by all means think bats are beautiful creatures and I’m well aware that they contribute positively to any local ecosystem – even the world. I’m writing this because once a bat or two do get into your home, there are a few dangers you can be faced with and so bat-proofing your home is of the utmost importance especially if you […]

The following is one of my favorite quotes by Terence McKenna: “The Mind is more powerful than any particle accelerator, more sensitive than any radio receiver or the largest optical telescope; more complete in it’s grasp of information than any computer. The Human Body, it’s voice, it’s power of locomotion, and it’s imagination is a more than sufficient means, for the explorations of any time or energy level, in the Universe. Through Alternative Healing methods, we have become aware of our Electro Magnetic Energy fields, and the importance of our neurobiology and bio-chemistry. Through this and the discoveries made in the area of genetics, we are becoming aware that our chemistry affects our Consciousness.”

There’s nothing like a good laugh and joke and no matter why you landed on this page, it was all in good spirits. Here are 3 jokes I picked up from Brainy Quotes about Jokes: Marilyn Monroe “I don’t mind making jokes, but I don’t want to look like one.” Thomas Aquinas “It is requisite for the relaxation of the mind that we make use, from time to time, of playful deeds and jokes.” David Ogilvy “The best ideas come as jokes. Make your thinking as funny as possible.” And my all time favorite Joke (for now) “A serious and good philosophical work could be written consisting entirely of jokes. Ludwig Wittgenstein”

So I’m not talking about keeping a snake you’ve found, I’m talking about the health risks of stray wildlife like raccoons and squirrels that have made a nest in your home. And it is dangerous. Let me put together a scenario for you to imagine that might put harbouring wildlife in your home into a new perspective. Imagine you’ve seen a few baby raccoons walking around your roof. You think to yourself “hey, it’s not too bad, maybe I’ll just let them stay in my attic for the winter. They’ll probably leave after the winter and there’s nothing wrong with giving them a little heat during the cold days”. Well, generally speaking, the animals themselves will probably do humans no harm and if they reside in your attic, that’s probably where they’ll stay […]

It’s incredible and it never ceases to amaze me. It’s true, you can post a picture of Janice Joplin, captioned with a completely illogical quote, and people will like it because it’s a Janice Joplin quote. Well what if Janice Joplin was wrong? Would you still like the picture? Would you still like the quote? Here’s a better question: do you think you would like and agree with every thing that Janice Joplin ever said? Most likely probably not. I’ve sadly seen thousands upon thousands of pictures with completely illogical and insane captions – all earning hundreds or thousands of likes and hundreds of thousands of comments agreeing with it. I just know if I get each and every one of them in a room, I could prove to them that they indeed don’t […]

Each type of floor material has its own set of rules and tricks for keeping it clean. Carpets benefits from being shampooed, rugs sometimes need to be cleaned or treated, and wood floors need to be conditioned. Some may agree that a hardwood floor is sometimes a little tougher to keep clean, but there are a few easy ways to keep it shiny and looking like new for years to come. Remove Dust And Dirt The first tip to keeping any wood floor looking new is to always keep it clean. The best way to do this is to use a hardwood floors vacuum instead of a broom and dust pan. Some may find that they only need to vacuum once per week, but others may find that it has to be done […]

Cleaning up after pets can be a constant chore, especially if they have long fur or shed a lot. It sometimes means having to vacuum every few days, or even daily, depending on the amount they shed. There are other factors in how often a home has to be cleaned if there are pets in it, such as what kind of floors are in the home, and what type of vacuum is available. Why Are Some Floors So Hard To Clean? It may surprise some pet owners, but not every type of floor cleans the same. Hardwood floors, for example, are surprisingly difficult to clean due to the way that they are designed. Wood floors tend to have cracks or slits between the planks that can sometimes trap fur and dander, which can […]

Stop and think for a moment about whether you’re spreading the flu virus to other people after winning Tim Horton’s Roll Up The Rim contest. I mean really think about it. Is it possible that you’re getting other people sick? The answer is yes. Why can’t Tim Horton’s Relieve Itself From All Sanitary Issues? I’m going to get to the point in a moment, but before I do, feel free to read one of my previous articles addressing how your Tim Hortons’ coffee cup lid has the potential of being highly unsanitized. There were quite a large number of responses to the article but in the end nothing has changed. Maybe this article will help promote some necessary changes – and hopefully soon. The Point Of This Article The point of this article […]