Posts by Nicole Flasco

National Mutt Day is a biannual celebration, falling on July 31 and December 2, meant to give the spotlight to shelter dogs – and to mutts in particular. Or should we call them mixed breeds? Colleen Paige, a “Celebrity Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert and Animal Welfare Advocate,” is the founder of National Mutt Day,...

Learning how to tie proper knots can really save your bacon in a survival situation. But it can also help in more normal activities such as camping, fishing, hunting and more. If you want to feel better prepared, or just more able to tie things to other things, here are some top knots to become familiar...

We should strive to show kindness to others, everyday. You’ll never know what a simple gesture can do to someone having a bad day. And you just might find they’ll pay it forward.  Reddit user naturalenergybyproxy posted a question in r/AskReddit asking, “What is the nicest thing a stranger has done for you?” and the...

Every English-speaking country has its own accent—especially on certain words. Americans surely have their own way of saying things; there’s variety even within the different states of the union. But did you know that, to those other countries, our accent is a bit of a joke? Which is maddening, actually. Because who can really claim...

Have you ever stopped to look at your parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents? If you are lucky enough to have all generations still living, I suggest taking a photo! If not, root around your old pictures and take a peek. Can you see how you resemble each generation? Maybe it’s in the eyes, the lips, or even...

Do you still have your wedding dress tucked into your closet? Are you dreaming about making it into a christening dress or suit for your first child? While that may be the normal tradition, perhaps consider something different or unique. This mom, Brenda Wetmore Giffen, was tasked with just that. Different and inspiring! Her daughter,...

It’s no surprise that teachers in many school districts are not paid their worth. I mean, how do you put a price on the people responsible for teaching the next generation? I guess some districts view it as a low priority. This debate over teachers salaries and benefits hits home, as I have many family...

Move over Pumpkin Spice, there’s a new “fall” sheriff in town. And it’s alcoholic! Fireball to be specific. Let’s all welcome the cinnamon roll shooter that’s making people put down their Starbucks and enjoy something a little less basic. These sweet and spicy shooters are perfect for after-work happy hours, or when cozying up to...

The Twitter-verse is booming with Tweets that have surpassed the viral milestone of over 1,000,000 likes! It’s no small feat, so if you have a few minutes, take a look at these awesome tweets. People definitely seem to like ’em… 12. This is why dogs rock https://twitter.com/toriavaa/status/1162470039603204096 11. Mariah Carey wins the #BottleTopChallenge Challenge accepted! #bottletopchallenge...

Scrabble is by far one of the longest (and best) running board games globally. It all started in 1938 when Alfred Butts invented a game he called Lexiko. Since then, this game has taken on many forms and rules. Over its 81-year existence, it has become a globally beloved game, which has allowed the development...

We all strive to take that perfect photo with our iPhone, especially those super-sharp portraits with the blurred background where your subject appears to be professionally shot. For all you budding photographers out there, here are three easy ways to make your photo skills the envy of your friends (even if you don’t own a...

The right hand has long been the dominate hand, spanning time and cultures. And because populations of left-handed people are relatively stable at 10% globally, it’s not surprising that right-handedness has been the default classification among humankind. It can represent anything from power, rational, conscious and logical thought, depending on the culture. Now, since most...

With global warming on the rise, many countries have started initiatives for clean water, energy conservation, and decreasing air pollution. Because the Netherlands is below sea-level, it has been a forward-thinking, technologically savvy country since its inception. According to Campaign, “The Netherlands is one of the most powerful creative economies in the world…its pioneering inhabitants...

Many Instagrammers and social media influencers have flocked to what seems like a beautiful lake in Siberia. The water is turquoise, the beach lined with lush green trees – frankly, it looks like a hidden Caribbean getaway. They couldn’t be more wrong. https://www.instagram.com/p/By9U15siffg/?utm_source=ig_embed Translation: “…I want to see the opportunities that life gives us. Everyday....

No one likes a salary negotiation. Whether you are interviewing for a new job or looking to increase your salary at a current one, they are nerve-wracking! But don’t fret. There are ways that you can prepare for a salary negotiation that can up your odds for getting what you want. Awkward silences are…awkward. When...