02Mar 2021 by Helper

How To Plan the Perfect Wedding on a Budget

Life, Love
The wedding cost can literally cast a shadow over the engagement bliss. However, it’s completely possible to throw a budget-friendly wedding that’s beautiful, stylish, memorable and affordable. 1. Cost of a Wedding The average cost of a wedding is more than a down payment on a great home. From paying for the venue to the cost of make-up and the dress for the bride, the dollars are just flying out of the bank accounts. There's no shortage of parts to a wedding, and many of them can really pop a dent in the wallet. The Knot has provided some averages back in 2017. Starting from the highest, the venue’s average cost is about $16,000. It is followed by the music band at around $4,000. The florist, the ceremony site, the videographer and…
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25Feb 2021 by Sierra
5 Ways to Prep Your Home for Your Next Party

5 Ways to Prep Your Home for Your Next Party

Life
Image Source: Pexels.com Whether you are planning for a weekend party, a backyard barbeque, or just a few friends to come over, you want to ensure your guests feel at home. You have to prepare your house ready to host any type of rally. Below are five ways to prepare your home for your next party. 1. The First Impression The first thing your guest will see is the front entry. Ensure the front way is clean and welcoming. If you have windows on your door, clean them. Make sure there is no grim or any sort of dirt on the floor. Have enough space for shoes, hanging coats even if it is in the closet or out in the hallway. One thing you can do is to have a…
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03Feb 2021 by Sierra
Fun Activities to Do With Your Friends

Fun Activities to Do With Your Friends

Culture, Life
It's fun to do things together with your friends, but there are certain activities that you should avoid. Whether you want to have a date night or a bonding activity, here are some ideas for activities you and your friends can do together without getting bored. By doing this, you will enjoy your time together even more. Discover the Outdoors  You can also find activities outdoors. A lot of people want to do activities outside their homes because it is a lot more exciting. If you can't afford to go somewhere in the city, you can always rent a movie to watch at home. And if you know anyone who has a pool, you can always take your friends to join in the fun. Just make sure that you have…
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28Aug 2020 by June
The Perfect Reading List for Fall

The Perfect Reading List for Fall

Entertainment, Life
Autumn is just around the corner. To capture the spirit of the season, we have a perfect reading list for Fall. Here’s are some books that will take you through seemingly subdued, unpredictable, and sometimes, chilling plots. Let’s dive right in. DOUBLE BLIND: The Icelandic Manuscript Murders Those who enjoy Swedish crime novels by Stieg Larsson and Henning Mankell will relish this Nordic thriller by Sara Winokur, a Ph. D. molecular geneticist, and now, an author.   DOUBLE BLIND: The Icelandic Manuscript Murders is a story of a forensic geneticist, Brynja, and the mystery around her twin brother’s disappearance from a fjord in North Iceland, twenty-years ago. One day, a mysterious poem lands on her desk, renewing her hope that her brother might be alive. Brynja, who uses the national…
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10Aug 2020 by Pam Burrus
Relish App Approved Fun Couples Games

Relish App Approved Fun Couples Games

Life, Love
Fun is one of the most important things for couples to have together. No one wants their marriage or relationship to be all work and no play. What’s the point in that? Right? Of course, finding the right kinds of games for couples to play can be a little intimidating at any stage of the relationship. These games are great fun for couples and even appropriate to play with other couples in your friend group. The key is to play games you both find fun to play. Board Games Not all board games are created equal. While some couples are happy to play Monopoly, Scrabble, and Trivial Pursuit, other couples prefer something a little more adventuresome, like Zombicide, Pandemic, Settlers of Catan, or Elder Signs. These board games teach you…
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30May 2020 by Sam Hill
Worst commercial truck accidents

Worst commercial truck accidents

Life
There’s always the risk of being involved in an accident when you get behind the wheel, whether it’s a simple bump on the fender or something more serious. However, accidents involving tractor trailers tend to be some of the worst.  Roughly 5,000 fatal crashes take place each year involving large trucks. While each is a tragedy, some are worse than others. These are the worst commercial truck accidents ever recorded in history.  November 10, 1973 Doi Inthanon is located in Chiang Mai, Thailand. There, a truck was transporting 70 workers to their job site when the driver lost control. The truck veered off of a steep road, injuring 20 and killing 40 people altogether.  July 11, 1978 This is incident is known as the Los Alfaques Disaster, which took place…
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