Everyone needs to start somewhere. Technology is no exception. Some assume that because we’re living in the 21st century that we all know everything there is to know to computers. But I can’t count the number of times I’ve have had salespeople at big box stores try to sell me a CPU when I wanted … Read More “Computer Basics You Should Know” »
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How to Start Backpacking My favorite sport of all time is backpacking, followed closely by rock climbing. To me, there is nothing better than getting out into the forest alone. The quite is intoxicating. I love hiking in far enough that you could easily imagine yourself alone in the world. Taking a break in the … Read More “Backpacking Basics” »
So you’ve taken the plunge to automate your home. Congratulations! Automation not only saves time and energy but it can also reduce stress by taking care of all of the little annoyances of life. It can reduce cognitive load by eliminating the need to make all the little decisions in life; checking to see if … Read More “Do I Need a Home Automation Hub?” »
When you’re swamped with a todo list that’s as long as the first draft of war and peace, it can be difficult to decide what the to do next. One tool can help sort out the mess and bring focus and clarity to your day. It is, as the title suggests, the Eisenhower Matrix or … Read More “Using the Eisenhower Matrix for Decision Analysis” »
Pandemic flu is not seasonal flu.The flu comes around every year. The season flu usually starts in October and continues through March, but it peaks in December, January and February. Each year, anywhere from 10 – 50 Million people get sick with the seasonal flu. It is estimated that U.S. employees miss up to 111 … Read More “Prepping for A Pandemic” »