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(Garden) Party Time: Turning Your Backyard Into A Great Party Space

Contributed Post It’s a great part of the Los Angeles scene, the one great thing that we all benefit from with eternal sunshine is that we can lounge in the back garden whenever we want. The great thing about your backyard is that it’s a fantastic place for a party. And whether you are moving into a new property, or you are thinking about shaking up your space, here are a few things to turn your backyard into party central. 3pm, And The Guests Are Arriving… So far, your party planning has been perfect. Everyone’s got a beverage, the music is playing, and everyone is feeling nicely chilled. All you need to do at this point is to have a few sun loungers out, and…
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Is A Low Maintenance Garden Possible?

Contributed Post Image Source Not everyone has the time and patience for gardening. But that shouldn’t mean you abandon your outdoor space and let it become an overgrown mess. Low maintenance landscaping is possible by carefully redesigning your garden space. Here are just a few tips and tricks to achieve a low maintenance garden.   Choose the right plants Certain plants require more care and attention. Consider hardy plants that don’t need to be regularly pruned or trimmed back. Good examples of these plants include perennials like geraniums and shrubs like azalea and heather. Avoid fast-growing plants like buddleja, as you’ll constantly be trimming these. Improve weed control by giving plants space Growing plants apart can prevent the spread of weeds. Laying down a mulch…
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The Biggest Small Business Trends of 2017

Contributed Post Every year business advances in great leaps and bounds. That’s partly because of technological advances, and partly because what customers want changes. It’s hard to keep up with, but if you take the time to stay ahead of what’s trending, you have a recipe for success. So, as 2017 quickly comes to a close, what have we learned from business trends? If you aren’t doing these four things, your business is lagging! Pixabay Artificial Intelligence Yes, it’s finally here and it’s as exciting as promised. Not all businesses are using artificial intelligence yet, but many are realizing that the change will be inevitable. Instead of having a support team that answers all of your customers queries and keeps those ever-needy millennial customers coming…
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American Politics: Is Foreign Terrorism Really A Threat?

Contributed Post President Donald Trump would have citizens believe that the threat of terrorism from overseas is worthy of concern. However, many experts claim the biggest risks the average people face come from close to home. During the next few years, the President will forge a new foreign policy based on the suggestions of his advisors. The issue is that many of those professionals seem to misrepresent the danger American people face from those in the Arab and Islamic world. So, this article will take a look at some of the issues the President should take seriously moving forward. How many people die from foreign terrorist attacks in the US? 3024 since 1975 Road deaths According to a top personal injury attorney, there were no…
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Become A Home DIY Master In 5 Steps

Becoming a home DIY master has plenty of benefits. Not only does it mean you’ll get a sense of satisfaction from living in your home, it also means you’ll save a ton of money on odd jobs around the house! Don’t misunderstand this. It doesn’t mean you should try to fix every single thing armed with your trust tool box. If something is dangerous or a little tricky, you could end up spending more time and money fixing it in the long run. However, with the 5 following steps, you could very well become a DIY master: Image Decide On The Types Of Jobs You Want To Take On What sort of jobs do you want to take on? Do you want to be well…
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