Jul 6, 2022
A Good Staycation Has Ground Rules
“A staycation is a simple, frugal way to enjoy time off with your family and live deeply right where you are,” says the Humbled Homemaker. To get started, set ground rules for your #staycation outlining how much cooking you’ll do, which chores you’ll keep up with, whether or not you’ll allow web browsing, and other […]
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Jul 5, 2022
Avoid Travel Chaos with a Staycation
Summer #travel is already chaotic, CNN reports, with crowded flights, rising prices and sudden cancellations. But you can have an adventure close to home if you take a day off for a #staycation, says NerdWallet. You can be a tourist in your home town or nearest big city by searching guidebooks for interesting and “new […]
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Jun 24, 2022
COVID Is Still a Factor This Summer
Mask mandates are disappearing and COVID-19 transmission is less of a worry in warm weather, but you may still wish to observe precautions depending on your age and risk factors. Watch local transmission rates like you would the weather, CNBC suggests, to gauge the current threat in your area, and continue to wear an N95 […]
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Jun 23, 2022
Watch out for Ticks
Spending time in wooded areas this summer? Tick populatiions have exploded in recent years, and depending on the region, they can carry Lyme disease or Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. They will attack any part of the body, but tend seek warm, damp places such as the underarms, scalp and underwear area, Banner Health says. Check […]
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Jun 22, 2022
Practice Summertime Water Safety
Swimming, boating and water sports are popular summertime activities, but be aware of the threat of unintentional drowning, which causes thousands of deaths every year. “We encourage families to build confidence in the water by learning to be safe, making good choices, learning to swim and how to handle emergencies,” the Red Cross says. Swim […]
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