Have you ever heard of the presidential ceremonial honor guard silent drill team? Established in 1931, they represent the Navy in various ceremonies, showcasing America’s incredible skills. So when they were invited to a competition in Norway, going up against military units from all over the world, …
When it comes to pet accessories and furniture, I’m an absolute sucker. But if I have to be honest, I really do wish that they didn’t end up making my place looking like a children’s daycare. With their colourful and crazy designs, they don’t usually fit in …
I’m sure almost everyone here has experienced a school assembly. And while they usually (or at least should) carry an important message, let’s face it… more often than not, they’re a total snooze fest. So when the teachers from West Des Moines Community School District came …
With all the advances we’ve had in technology, it’s no wonder that there are now so many gadgets that have found their ways inside of our cars. While some of these doohickeys are incredibly helpful (I have no idea how I managed to get anywhere without …
If you commute to work through rush-hour traffic, you understand how incredibly frustrating it can be. For me, my route during non-peak hours only takes about 30 minutes. But when everyone is trying to get to work at the same time? It takes over 90 …
Music is an amazing thing, it has the ability to put us in a good mood after a bad day and overall makes our life better. That is no small feat! For this reason many people have pursued a career in music, but not everyone …
The last time I visited my dentist, he reminded me that I should be brushing my teeth at least twice a day and he encouraged me to aim for a third. So you know what I did? I asked him: “do you only use toothpaste to …
One of the greatest things about having a child is watching them experience things for their very first time. Their innocent curiosity reminds us that there are such incredible wonders all around us that we constantly take for granted. Even the simplest things can bring …
Cake! Who doesn’t love cake? Not only are they delicious, they can also be stunningly beautiful works of art. There are times when I’ll visit a high-end bakery and see some pretty spectacular cakes and wonder just how the heck they made them. Whenever I make …
Look around your bathroom and what do you see? Some elastic bands, safety pins, nail polish, an old comb… just your everyday, ordinary household items. Or are they? Could it be that they aren’t so ordinary at all? Could it be that they have super-secret …