Author Archive: Eric San Juan
Eric San Juan
January 3, 2017
Contributed Post Image You don’t need a massive outdoor space to create an attractive and functional garden. There are lots of simple techniques that will transform the smallest of yards and create the illusion of a larger area. And the winter months are a great time to work on this, to ensure you’re ready for spring. Start With Function When planning your garden, begin with function. What do you intend to use it for? Will it be somewhere to relax at the end of a busy day or on weekends? Are you looking for a manageable yard, with the minimum of maintenance? Do you want to grow your own herbs, fruit, and vegetables? Or are aesthetics more important? Determining the function of your garden will…
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Eric San Juan
January 3, 2017
Contributed Post Image from: Pixabay When it comes to improving a home, the garden can sometimes get overlooked. However, upgrading your outdoor space is the best thing you can do. There are many additions you can make to your garden to get more out of it. What’s more, a lovely garden will bolster your property value massively. But with all kinds of things you can do with your garden, it can be hard to know what the best additions are. There are many additions to spruce up the look of your garden, but the best improvements are practical ones. Here are some of the things you can do to your garden to get more use out of it. Install A Fence Everyone should have a…
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Eric San Juan
December 29, 2016
Back in late 2013, I decided to try an experiment: I decided I’d self-publish a book of television commentary on a show I was obsessed with at the time, Breaking Bad. The result was Breaking Down Breaking Bad. The idea was a culmination of several things coming together at once. I’d had over a decade in journalism and knew I could meet a deadline, and with the show coming to an end it looked like a great time to hit the world with something. I’d also been Editor in Chief for a website devoted to movie and TV criticism for a few years, so I’d been down the “critic” road before (though admittedly, it was never my jam; didn’t enjoy doing reviews then, don’t enjoy…
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Eric San Juan
December 23, 2016
Last year, I posted about the Top 5 Christmas Songs of All Time, and it’s a perfect list. There is no arguing with it. This year, I’m not going to do that. Instead, I’m just going to give you 5 cool Christmas songs to check out, especially if you aren’t one of those awful people who like to listen to Christmas music all the time (and if you are, what is wrong with you and can you have it removed?). So here. Do this one thing: Listen, and have a nice day thing event: 5) Run DMC – Christmas in Hollis Combination gimmick and genuine Christmas storytelling goodness from the part of town Christmas songs don’t usually talk about, do not deny the awesome. Santa will be mad…
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Eric San Juan
December 22, 2016
Contributed Post Christmas is just around the corner and it may have very well snuck up on you. Worry not because life gets in the way for far too many of us and this is a season to enjoy. There are still plenty of gift options available for your loved ones. If you’ve got a gadget lover, or geek, in your life, look no further. There’s no need to stress, because we’ve got the answers. (Image Source) If you’ve got the money to burn, going ahead and buying a new piece of tech should be your first option.The iPad Pro and the Microsoft Surface are the upper-tier options available on the market today and both offer great reasons to buy. If your gadget lover is…
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