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Five Things to ALWAYS Buy at the Dollar Store

Even if you don’t need to, who doesn’t like to score a bargain and save a few bucks? Whether it’s a garden tool on sale, or a deeply discounted appliance – why pay top dollar and above when you don’t have to? We rounded up the top five must-buy items available at your local Dollar Tree on South Boulder Rd. in Lafayette. You’ll feel a sense of fiscal accomplishment when you reduce your spend on these deals and steals! 

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Five Things to ALWAYS Buy at the Dollar Store

Feng Shui Your Way to a Happy Place!

The jury may be out on how to pronounce feng shui (here are the two possibilities from YouTube — you’ll hear one that sounds exactly how it looks, and one that is more like fung schway) but the practice has plenty of followers given the positive rewards that can result. Regardless of how you say it, this pseudo-science of furniture placement is said to invite maximum prosperity, happiness and bliss into living and work spaces. Here’s a smidgen of what we found out about creating optimal positive energy using this ancient, time-honored practice.

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Feng Shui Your Way to a Happy Place!

Eggy, Nutty, Fruity Breakfast Bowls!

Warning: do not proceed to read this blog if you are the least bit hungry. We guarantee just talking about these scrummy breakfast bowls will give you the growls and stimulate your saliva glands! That’s right, it’s time to swap the cereal in your bowl for another morning taste treat, delish and complete. Already had your breakfast? Then you might be safe — read on!

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Eggy, Nutty, Fruity Breakfast Bowls!

Spring Cleaning Robots and Hacks

Spring makes us long for a lot of warm-weather activities like biking and swimming – and not domestic chores and housework. But those must-do tasks are exactly that, must do, and they can eat up more than a weekend – unless you have the right tools, gadgets and hacks. Take a look at these time-saving products and tips so you can spend more time outdoors than in!

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Spring Cleaning Robots and Hacks

Transform Your Decor Using Paint and Wallpaper

Buckle up, all you do-it-yourselfers, we found a few simple, easy-to-imitate changes to your décor that can reap big – even giant – aesthetic rewards! Some are tiny little weekend projects like ceiling moulding, painted baseboards and canvas art, others are things like adding wallpaper where you’d least expect it! Take a look at these small-scale DIY decorating ideas using paint and paper that can reenergize your space!

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Transform Your Decor Using Paint and Wallpaper

Lifespan of Home Systems and Appliances

Whether you’re moving into a new home or a resale, the idea of how long systems, appliances, floor and window coverings last – and how much they cost to replace – is usually of interest. Maybe it’s even a huge concern. Replacing major appliances is one reason for a home warranty when buying a used home  – it’s like insurance so the home buyer doesn’t have to buy any of those items new, at least not right away.

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Lifespan of Home Systems and Appliances

When in Doubt, Throw it Out!

There’s nothing worse – especially for the frugal foodie – than throwing out perfectly good food. Or food that WAS perfectly good and is now perfectly spoiled. Food-borne pathogens are responsible for 9.4 million illnesses a year (!) including the Noro-virus, salmonella, e-coli and listeria. And for anyone who’s experienced food poisoning – it ain’t no fun! So we put together the must-have list of when to throw out foods – and we’re not taking any chances!

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When in Doubt, Throw it Out!

Spring Break Things to Do!

For students in the St. Vrain Valley School District spring break is fast approaching! Students will be off from March 25-29, 2019, and back in school on April 1. If you’re planning a staycation, here are a few things to do in Boulder, Lafayette and Denver to keep the entire family engaged and entertained!

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Spring Break Things to Do!

Meal Delivery Kit Reviews

If you sometimes have trouble coming up with quick-to-fix and varied meals night after night, check out these meal delivery kit reviews. The prices vary a bit and you may have to weigh convenience and ease over cost, but for busy lives, meal kits offer time-savings and timely service, delivering all the fixin’s for dinner right to your front door.

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Meal Delivery Kit Reviews