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Regina Paul

My favorite things to write about are topics that have to do with weather, pregnancy, weddings, saving money, living green, and my life with dogs. When I'm not writing, I love to spend time with my husband, read, create 3D artwork and Native American beadwork.

There are all sorts of things you can burn in your chiminea or fireplace that will give off wonderful aromas. And the best part: many of them are items you can find right in your home or in your backyard! Here's how to make your own fire fragrance for your fireplace or chiminea.

Following are some of the more unusual things that you can indeed recycle that you may not have thought of, plus some tips for where to recycle such items.

Before you buy a portable space heater, there are some things that you should know about electric space heaters, radiant space heaters, convection space heaters, and the differences between vented and unvented space heaters.

One way that you can quickly damage a cultured marble countertop is by not cleaning it properly. Here is the proper way to clean a cultured marble countertop.

If you've ever had a marble countertop -- either cultured marble or solid marble -- then you know how easily they can be damaged. Normal wear and tear alone can leave your countertop or vanity looking less than stellar, mostly due to minor scratches. Here's how to restore the color and shine to your marble countertop or vanity sink.

Clothes taking a long time to dry in your clothes dryer? There may be a buildup of lint that you cannot reach. Here's what you need to do today to make your clothes dryer run more efficiently AND prevent a fire in your clothes dryer at the same time!

You should drain your water heater once or twice a year, otherwise sediment will collect in your water heater -- resulting in less hot water and a less efficient water heater. Here's how to drain and fill your water heater.

There is one very simple thing you can do to help save on your energy bills each month: insulate your water heater! Here's how to insulate your water heater, using step-by-step instructions.

Got a dog or a cat and a move in your future? Here are some tips for helping pets transition through a move. With a little preparation ahead of time, your pet can be comfortable for your upcoming move.