Bitcoin is a form of digital currency that allows users to bypass banks, avoid transaction fees, and maintain complete financial anonymity if they so desire. Because no physical money changes hands, bitcoin exchange can seem perplexing to those of us who aren’t major techies. While it originally found appeal with black market entities and other […]
UPDATED August 1st, 2016 You have to agree that it’s nice to receive little somethings ‘just because.’ Whether you’re the giver or receiver, spontaneous gifts just feel good! They can serve to brighten someone’s day, show appreciation or remind a person that you’re thinking of them. Receiving a gift is awesome, of course, but research […]
Take it from us, being a writer is hard work that sometimes seems like it will never pay off. Even notable author Sonia Nazaro says, “I think being a successful book author is difficult.” It’s true that it’s hard to make it as a writer, but it might be even more challenging to be a […]
In case you’ve been living under a rock, Jennifer Lopez is beyond a mega star. From hit chick flicks to her latest album, A.K.A., dropped on June 17 of this year, she’s on top of the world right now. That said, she’s not without controversy (who is?) and her multifaceted career and tumultuous personal life […]
The Latino population continues to grow in the United States and with it Hispanic culture has put its stamp on cities across the country. According to Pew Research, the Hispanic population in America is six times larger today than in 1970. Hispanics are also projected to surpass Caucasians as the largest racial/ethnic group in California […]
Ever heard the words tough love? For our purposes here, let’s define it as a way to make sure our families are thick-skinned and resilient enough to not only survive, but also thrive in today’s world. And building a strong family bond can work to strengthen each individual family member. A strong family makes it […]
No one likes a soggy carrot. Or wilting lettuce. Or cucumbers that have lost their crispy crunch. But it’s hot and humid out there so, like many of us, you are wondering how to keep your favorite summer fruits and veggies from going bad before you get the chance to enjoy them. While it’s not […]
If you’re reading this, it’s likely that you or someone you love is a night owl with (perhaps?) the desire (or need?) to become more of a morning person. Everyone’s body clock—or circadian rhythm—is set to roughly a 24-hour cycle based on sunlight. But whether you’re an early bird or night owl seems to be […]
Are you happy? Really happy? What does it mean to be happy? What is happiness anyway? It is subjective or is there some sort of baseline? According to Dr. Rahim Kanji, “It’s that feeling of contentment; a place in your life without internal struggle/pain where life just feels…right!” How would you define your own happiness? […]