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10 Ways an HIV-Positive Teen Girl was Bullied in Middle School and How She Turned Her Life Around
Here is the true story of a courageous middle school HIV-Positive teen girl and how she was bullied. It is also a story of misguided gossip about HIV and AIDS and how it nearly wrecked her life.
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The Dolly Sods Wilderness Experience
If you have ever longed for a hike into a mysterious, wind-swept landscape with lots of unusual land forms, marvelous views, and lots of solitude, Dolly Sods is the place for you.
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Automatic Crawl Space Air Circulation Controlled Remotely by Humidistat and Monitored by Smartphone
How to monitor the crawl space under your house for moisture. Why damp crawl spaces are bad for your house and your health. Solutions to damp crawl space problems.
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How to Squirrel-Proof a Bird Feeder
Before I tell you about our personal battle to squirrel-proof our bird feeder, I want to introduce you to the lead character in this hub -- a smart squirrel. Take a look at this pic.
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Outdoor Garden Lighting Magic - Control With Your Smartphone
Creative outdoor lighting controlled by your smartphone is easier than ever. How to set up low-voltage outdoor lighting as part of a simple home automation network.
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VIZIO's VIA Plus, The Next Generation with VIZIO Mobile Phone and Tablet, What Happened?
In 2011, VIZIO presented their new Connected Consumer Electronics Ecosytem calling it VIA Plus. VIZIO's prototype HDTV included Google TV and Google's Chrome browser.
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Are Vent-Free Propane Gas Log Fireplaces Good or Bad?
Pros and cons of vent-free gas log fireplaces. How safe are vent-free units? Cautions before you buy and install a vent-free unit.
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How to Seal an Unused Fireplace and Save Money on Heating Bills
If you have one or more masonry fireplaces in your home, you can save big money on your heating bills by sealing them off when not in use.
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10 Reasons Not to Buy a Kindle
Millions of people are turning to Kindle as their preferred reading device. But not everyone is comfortable with this new-age "book" in their hands.
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Install an Electric Fireplace Insert and Stop Burning Wood in Your Fireplace
Seven reasons why the electric fireplace is superior to wood-burning in your fireplace.
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Turn Your Smartphone into a Freeze Alarm
Worried about your water pipes freezing when you are away from home? Install a freeze alarm that will alert you via Internet or telephone.
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DIY Solar and Wind Energy
If you think your electric bill is high now, wait till your electric rates soar over the next ten years. There are many forces at work putting upward pressure on electric rates. If you’re like most people looking for ways to save money every...
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Control Your Thermostat with Your Smartphone and Save Money and Energy
If you want to save on your home energy bills, make sure you are using a programmable thermostat. Of all the things you can do to save energy at home, installing a programmable thermostat should be number one. In Energy Efficient Homes for...
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You Can Make Your Own Solar Panel
Are you a home handyperson? Do you enjoy home improvement projects around your house? Do you like to work with your hands and create something of value? If you are a motivated do-it-yourselfer, if you can read and learn and follow...
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New Year's Resolution to Make Yours a Smart Home
Just what is a New Year’s resolution anyway? Wikipedia offers the follow definition: "A New Year's resolution is a commitment that an individual makes to a project or the reforming of a habit, often a lifestyle change that is generally...
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Great Solar Energy Gifts
Perhaps you know someone who has expressed an interest in solar energy. Why not give them a gift of solar power -- perhaps on the pages of a book that explains how solar energy can be transformed into electrical energy, or in a practical reference...
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Control Your Thermostat With Your Smartphone
Suppose you left home for a long trip. It’s midwinter. A few hours into your trip you suddenly remember – you forgot to turn your thermostat down. You are wasting valuable energy and money. Not to worry. You just finished installing a...
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How Your Electric Utility Can Save You Money
If you are like most people you want to save money everywhere you can. Take your electric bill. Do you know that your electric utility can help you save money? No way, you say! Think again. Many utilities are hard pressed to keep up with...