Summertime is barbecue season and with that comes an increased risk for food-borne illnesses. You can minimize your risk of getting sick with safe handling practices along with employing proper cooking times and temperatures. You can also reduce your risk by choosing meats produced from animals that … [Read more...] about Safe Grilling with Antibiotic-Free Meats
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I Have No Clue What I’m Talking About, But Neither Do You
Pre-digested opinions about political matters appear to be the norm, and the persistence of mistaken perceptions (the belief that something is true though all evidence points to the contrary) afflicts many more people than just the late-night hangers-on at Flag Brew. These pernicious human … [Read more...] about I Have No Clue What I’m Talking About, But Neither Do You
New Policy for Dreamers Likely to Result to Permission to Work
Janet Napolitano, secretary of Homeland Security, issued a memorandum on June 15, 2012, that is likely to result in the issuance of thousands of work visas to certain categories of undocumented persons. In a nutshell, the executive branch will not fully enforce federal immigration laws against … [Read more...] about New Policy for Dreamers Likely to Result to Permission to Work
Painting Your Home
I have a customer who repaints at least one room in her house every other year, but she’s never happy with the results. The color is all wrong once it’s on the walls, paint ends up splattering on the floor, no matter how many drop cloths she and her husband put down, and she realizes – after the … [Read more...] about Painting Your Home
Interventional Cardiology
Interventional cardiology deals specifically with the catheter-based treatment of heart diseases. Interventional cardiologists are board certified cardiologists who perform interventional cardiology procedures, most often in a cardiac catheterization lab at a hospital. The majority of … [Read more...] about Interventional Cardiology
Heading North to Alaska
Alaska is still one of the most popular travel destinations, and now I know why. We were able to travel there last month and just loved it! Denali is the largest National Park in the United States. It was rainy and cold, but we got to spot several grizzlies, moose and a huge herd of caribou. We … [Read more...] about Heading North to Alaska
HED
Ask any credible financial planner the best way to get one’s finances in order and their immediate response will likely be: “Complete a budget and stick to it.” It’s a great tool for any family, business or entity to use to track their money – no matter how big the wallet. In an organization as … [Read more...] about HED
The How and When of Buying Investment Properties
Are you ready to buy an investment property? Here are some things to consider. 1. Location, location, location. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again. Invest in the best location you can afford. It will determine the kind of tenants you will attract and how much rent you can … [Read more...] about The How and When of Buying Investment Properties
Creating the Right Atmosphere
Consider your favorite restaurant or retail shop: when you’re there, how do you feel? Are the surroundings austere or lush? What colors are used in the space? Are there artworks on display? What message do they convey about the business? The right surroundings, including the art, create a mood that … [Read more...] about Creating the Right Atmosphere
Pearls Before Guys
I like practical books. It’s fine to read about the exploits of successful business gurus. But I’m always left wondering if their success might be more a matter of luck than the sure-fire strategies they wave about with so much bravado – starting with the fact that most of them are men. Face it, … [Read more...] about Pearls Before Guys
