The first thing that comes to mind when you mention bedbugs is a a bunch of tiny little bugs that you might find at a sleazy "no tell motel" on the seedy side of town.

But you may be surprised to learn that you're just as likely to run into an infestation of these nasty little creatures at the high-priced ritzy hotels with 4-star ratings as well! 

The worst part... you only have to briefly step foot into a room that had bedbugs in it for you to bring an infestation into your own home. Eeek!

Here's what to look for to determine if there are bedbugs in the bed you are sleeping in, how to treat bedbug bites, and how to prevent bedbugs in your home altogether...

Last year we attended the World's Longest Yard Sale for the first time.

I carried a notebook with me in the car and took notes along the way, just so I could put together a review that might be helpful for those wanting to get a feel for what it's like to actually be on the World's Longest Yard Sale route.

I looked all over the Internet last summer before we went, and couldn't find anything that I personally felt gave much info about what it was really like to attend the World's Longest Yard Sale.

We plan to go again this year...and I'm counting the days. Even my husband is excited. It was really fun. We're hoping to stay on the route for 3 days this year.

Here are my highlights from the World's Longest Yard Sale last year...

Odds are, a few items inside your home (like your computer, TV, DVD player and such) are plugged into multi-strip extension cords that also provide point-of-use surge protection.

Most of those types of surge protectors provide the minimum level of protection for everyday household items.

But is that really enough protection for your home electronics and appliances? 

Are power strips the best way to protect your things from lightning strikes and sudden jolts of electricity?

The fact is, you might want to consider a whole house surge protector. Here's why...

Did you know that 80% of women wear the wrong bra size? It's true.

Some of the common mistakes are getting a bra that is too small in cup size, or a band that is too loose. Couple this with the fact that as your weight fluctuates (due to age or pregnancy) so too does your bra size, and you can see why bra size is a big big problem for women.

Following are 5 simple steps for finding your true bra size. Trust me, you'll feel more comfortable (...and you might even save some money in the process).

What’s better... a salt water pool or a chlorinated pool?

Boy, that question will bring out a dozen different opinions.  Looking through the information available on the Internet alone (see 'related links' at the end of this aticle), one can easily become overwhelmed as passions seem to run both ways as to which is better, salt or chlorine.

Salt pool systems became popular because they’re very low maintenance -- at first.  They require very little in the way of expensive chemicals or day-to-day upkeep.  And the convenience of always being swim ready and always having soft water sure beats the harsh red eye and dry skin experiences that can result with a chlorinated pool system. 

After a swim in a new salt water pool, most people could easily be convinced that a salt pool system is the way to go. 

But, how would things measure up 3 years after you’ve converted your chlorine pool system to a salt pool system? Here are some things to think about...

Underwear that helps to enhance the look of your body is not just for women anymore.

That's right, many men would like to minimize their least attractive features too. Word is Spanx, one of the most popular lines of women's shapewear, is considering male Spanx.

Men have become more body conscious over the years as the pressure to look slimmer like Brad Pitt has increased, not to mention the current trend of wearing low rise fashions in underwear and jeans. Additionally, herbal products like Enzyte for male enhancement have dominated the airwaves increasing men's interest in enhancing their physique and other body parts.  Source

Following are some ingenious ways for men to camouflage whatever body issue they are most uncomfortable with (think: a big belly, man boobs, or a small butt). The answer is men's shapewear -- male undergarments that can be worn under your clothes and no one will even know!

Check out this video from The Rachel Ray Show.  On the show, men tried on different types of male undergarments called "manshapers". You can see the before and after shots, along with the guys' opinions (and the opinions of their girlfriends).

Each spring there is an assortment of garden chores that can be done early in the year, before planting season arrives.

This is also the time we need to assess the lawn and provide basic lawn maintenance to keep it in optimum health.

Following are some tips to guide you through your spring gardening chores and save yourself a lot of work later in the season.