Category: This and That

June 12th is National Jerky Day!! “Jerky” is a word derived from the Spanish word charqui, which came from the Quechua (a Native South American language) word ch’arki, which means to burn (meat).  So while the jerky we typically consume is not burned, it’s dried, clearly  those ancestors were on to something tasty.

Are you interested in living the RV lifestyle? You’re in good company. Approximately one million Americans live in their recreational vehicle full time, traversing the country according to season and whim. Of course, there are also many more who own an RV in addition to a traditional home, and use it as both transportation method and accommodations when they travel.

June 7, 2019 is a donut-lover’s dream day.. because it’s National Donut Day! To recognize this amazing day, Entenmann’s has a national competition for fans to create a brand new donut flavor, and one lucky winner will take away some fantastic prizes.

Whether you live on your own or are raising a family without a second income, it can at times present financial challenges. The good news is that you don’t have to endure huge sacrifices to live a comfortable lifestyle.

This past month I was introduced to Okabashi.  In case you are not familiar with Okabashi, they are a family owned footwear company based out of Georgia. 

EVERYTHING IS STILL AWESOME WHEN The LEGO® Movie 2: The Second Part ARRIVES ONTO 4K UHD COMBO PACK, BLU-RAY™ COMBO PACK, DVD SPECIAL EDITION AND DIGITAL FROM WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT.

Steeped Coffee launched when serial entrepreneur and coffee lover Josh Wilbur decided to combine the convenience of a single-serving brew method with the premium quality of ethically sourced coffee.

Once you have a short list of vehicles you like, your next step should be going in and test driving each one. Actually getting behind the wheel of a vehicle can tell you a lot about it.

It’s human nature to purchase something brand new and then turn the mind to other items that can make that new purchase even better. After all, few things come with everything needed to fully enjoy them. Think about the smartphone you use on a daily basis. Sure, the phone comes ready for you to talk, text, and surf, but does it come with a cover to protect it against damage when dropped or wireless headphones that make it easier to listen on the go? In the vast majority of cases, the answer is no. Your hot tub is no different! You can purchase the hot tub of your dreams, but that doesn’t mean it comes with the fun (and essential) accessories you need to fully enjoy and protect your hot tub. As you browse hot tub and spa accessories, focus first on some of these must-have items.