Learning a foreign language is not the easiest thing to do, especially if you plan on learning one that is linguistically very different from your native tongue. That said, learning a second or foreign language has always been viewed as something desirable. After all, there are many advantages to knowing more than one language including easier integration for those moving to a … [Read more...] about Studying Asian Languages: Learning Thai, Mandarin and Nihongo
Jazzing Up Your Entryways the Easy Way
Doors, as we all know, serve as entry ways to our homes, but its functionality does not stop there. Doors also exist to keep people out, from pesky neighbors to stray animals, all you need is to close your doors to keep them out. Of course, with burglars, sturdy security screen doors and heavy duty locks are also needed if you wish to deter them. Just because doors are … [Read more...] about Jazzing Up Your Entryways the Easy Way
Home Improvement Tip: Giving Your Garage Some Loving
Garages are one of the last things that come to mind when people think of areas in the home to improve or renovate. This oft-neglected space, however, also needs some loving. Photo Credit: Tony Buser If you're wondering what you can do with such a boring space, here are some simple garage improvement projects that you might want to tackle: 1. De-cluttering - Garages … [Read more...] about Home Improvement Tip: Giving Your Garage Some Loving
Making Pickup Trucks a Greener Option
Pickup trucks may pale in comparison to small cars, especially hybrid cars, when it comes to fuel efficiency, but because of its power and large capacity they still continue to be among the best selling vehicles in the United States. In fact, a pickup truck, the Ford F-150, topped the list of 10 best-selling cars (and trucks) just last June. Ford F-150 XLT Photo via Chris … [Read more...] about Making Pickup Trucks a Greener Option
4 Reasons Why Borrowing from Your 401(K) is a Bad Idea
Borrowing money from a 401(K) is unfortunately a pretty common practice. Though majority of people with 401(K) plans do not touch their retirement savings and take out a loan against it, there are enough people who do so, committing a mistake with serious financial repercussions. Photo Credit: 401(k) 2013 While borrowing from your 401(K) may seem like a good idea at first … [Read more...] about 4 Reasons Why Borrowing from Your 401(K) is a Bad Idea