Why running a home-based business is easier now than ever
Are you looking to start a home-based business, but are worried about what it all entails, and more importantly, how much it will cost? While once it may have been quite an investment to create your own work environment in your abode, today, thanks to better and more inexpensive tech, running a home-based business is easier now than ever.
How to map airflow with your portable air conditioner this summer
Before the heat hits this summer, take a look at how to use a portable air conditioner and fans to cool a large space.
3 recipes that are Instagram-worthy: Shelly’s Friday Favourites
If you’ve ever taken a photo of your food and waited for the likes to roll in, you know what I mean when I say some dishes are just “Instagram-worthy.” Here are three you can try this weekend, and don’t forget to share them with your followers. Save Save Save
All about your laptop’s CPU
Looking for a new laptop? One of the most important components you should be considering when searching for a portable PC is also one of the most confusing: the CPU. What’s the difference between a Celeron, a Core i7 or an AMD A-Series processor? For that matter, what’s the difference between a 5th generation Intel Core CPU and 6th generation version? In this post, I’ll explain the importance of a laptop’s CPU, the key differences between CPU options and how much CPU horsepower you’re likely to need for common tasks.
Everything’s coming up bacon – Shelly’s Friday Favourites
If you’re aching for bacon like the rest of the population, you have to see these creative (and crazy) ways to get your bacon fix:
5 tips to help you prepare for tax season
Everyone’s favourite time of year is fast approaching. That’s right, it’s almost tax time! YAY, soon we’ll be up to our elbows in receipts and tax forms! Ok, who am I kidding, nobody likes tax time (except for the government). But, just as that old saying warns, taxes are as inescapable as that other nasty thing. I suppose all one can ever really do then is take the necessary steps to make the process as painless as possible. Depending on your circumstances, this may well involve a whole lot more than 5 specific steps, but, all the same, today I share a list of 5 key tips (with explanations) that everyone should consider (AND DO) as tax time approaches. So click through and read on to check out the list.
Some of the best fall bread recipes: Shelly’s Friday Favourites
Baking bread is one of my favourite fall past times, and if you want to bake bread on this chilly weekend, I've got three recipes you can try.
It’s time for appetizers on Shelly’s Friday Favourites
Hot dips, cold veggies, wings, and delicious bites wrapped up in bacon or puff pastry – there are so many different types of appetizer recipes, you could make something new and different for every occasion during the year.
Home Safety Series: How to Create a Safe Perimeter with Wireless...
Want to tighten up security around your home, but are not sure where to start? We'll take a look at all the options available to create a safe home.
How to be efficient in your home office
Working from home can be a struggle—or an amazing experience. Here's how to be efficient in your home office with a few small changes!






