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Take 15 Minutes to Make an Emergency Plan!

Do the blaring sirens of fire trucks and ambulances give you the willies? If youre like most people, that answer is a resounding yes. Nobody likes to think of emergencies, but they creep into all of our lives. Just watch the news and youll see coverage of homes torn apart by tornadoes, towns destroyed by hurricanes, and trees felled by lightning storms. And thats just the natural disasters. Anyone who lived through the harrowing images of the terrorist attacks on New York and Washington, DC knows that emergencies strike when you are least expecting them.

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How to Organize a Cluttered House

Your surroundings can directly affect the way you feel, which is why a cluttered environment may cause feelings of anxiety. Organizing and decluttering your home will also save you time since you won’t have to search through everything — plus, it will likely cut down on the amount of time it takes to tidy up your home. Go through your house one room or area at a time to avoid overwhelming yourself, which could result in scrapping the entire project. Here are some tips on how to attack the clutter and organize your home – what better way to prepare for the new year?

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How to Decorate a Teen Boy’s Bedroom

A teen’s room gives him a place to study, hang out and do his other hobbies, in addition to the obvious sleeping he does there. If your teenage son lets you near his bedroom, make the decorating process a joint effort. Involving him in the process allows him to express his individuality in the bedroom decor. A decorating plan before you begin the process ensures the decor works well together and stays on budget.