Monday, March 28, 2022

4 Useful Tips to Keep Your Home Tidy



 

Sometimes it can seem as if the mess builds up out of nowhere. No matter how much you wish your home was spotless, it somehow manages to slide back into chaos as soon as you turn your back. It isn't an uncommon phenomenon; life can get on top of you and push tidying out of your list of priorities. When the mess builds up past a certain point it can make it even more difficult to start the process of tidying and the procrastination creates a vicious cycle. Here you will find tips on how to break out of this cycle and keep up with the maintenance of a consistently tidy home.

 

1. Tidy As You Go

 

After completing a deep clean of your home, you will likely want to avoid having to do it again in the future. A great way to avoid this is to tidy as you go. Instead of leaving your belongings around the house and waiting until a quiet day to tidy every room, simply put items away when you have finished using them. This is much simpler and quicker thanplanning a day or weekend of intensive tidying.

 

2. Give Everything Its Place

 

Each item in your home should have a place it belongs to. For example, your kitchen utensils have designated drawers, so why shouldn't your keys or receipts? Take note of which items in particular you tend to misplace or find cluttering up your home, then choose somewhere appropriate for them to stay when not in use. Instead of keeping your paperwork piled up in the corner of a room, figure out a simple filing solution. When everything has its place, it's easier to find an item if it goes missing. If you can't find a place for something that you don't want to get rid of, consider Morespace Storage at morespacestorage.co.uk to keep belongings somewhere safe and out of the way.

 

3. Donate Unwanted Items

 

If you find that there are many unwanted and unused items in your home that take up too much space, consider giving them to people you know who might appreciate them. Have a cupboard or basket in your home with these items and let guests know that they are welcome to take anything from it when they leave. You could also donate these unwanted items to worthy causes or sell them online to make some money.There are plenty ways to get rid of your clutter without throwing it away.

 

4. Appreciate What You Own

 

When you are able to appreciate and value everything in your home, you can distinguish it from the items that don't need to take up your valuable space. This also helps when considering a new purchase. If you have something similar at home that fulfils the same role, you might think twice about adding an unnecessary object to your home out of impulse. Of course, this also means that if you truly need or want something you will know for sure that it deserves a place in your home.





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Sunday, March 20, 2022

4 Distant Land Episodes of Adventure Time NOW on Blu-ray



Adventure Time: Distant Lands is a Blu-Ray and DVD release for the Adventure Time series, Adventure Time: Distant Lands. It was released on March 8, 2022 in the United States. It is currently unknown if it will be released in other regions.

Episodes Included:

  • BMO follows the lovable little robot from Adventure Time. When there's a deadly space emergency in the farthest reaches of the galaxy, there's only one hero to call, and it's probably not BMO. Except that this time it is!
  • Obsidian features Marceline & Princess Bubblegum as they journey to the imposing, beautiful Glass Kingdom—and deep into their tumultuous past—to prevent an earthshaking catastrophe.
  • Wizard City follows Peppermint Butler, starting over at the beginning, as just another inexperienced Wizard School student. When mysterious events at the campus cast suspicion on Pep, and his checkered past, can he master the mystic arts in time to prove his innocence?
  • Together Again brings Finn and Jake together again, to rediscover their brotherly bond and embark on the most important adventure of their lives.
My daughter and I are huge fans of this very creative show with all the fun and interesting characters Jake and Finn interact with. Truly a cartoon, parents and kids can get into.

Star girl on Digital and Blu-ray

 



Fans of DC’s Stargirl season 2 can own all 13 episodes from the show’s second outing along with extra content (including a gag reel). DC’s Stargirl: The Complete Second Season will be priced to own at $24.98 SRP ($29.98 in Canada) for the DVD and $29.98 SRP ($39.99 in Canada) for the Blu-ray, which includes a Digital Copy (for the U.S. only).


DC’s Stargirl stars Brec Bassinger, Yvette Monreal, Anjelika Washington, Cameron Gellman, Trae Romano, Hunter Sansone, Meg DeLacy, and Nick Tarabay, with Amy Smart and Luke Wilson. Jonathan Cake has a recurring role as Richard Swift aka The Shade.

Based on the DC characters and created for television by Geoff Johns, DC’s Stargirlhas been produced by Berlanti Productions and Mad Ghost Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television with Geoff Johns, Greg Berlanti, and Sarah Schechter serving as executive producers.


My daughter and I are in the middle of another show but we cannot wait to jump into this. I love superhero anything especially misfit superheros.



Saturday, March 19, 2022

5 Reasons You Need a Full-Service Laundry Solution Near You

 


Handling laundry needs in your home can prove hectic when you lack time and space. Seeking professional help, therefore, becomes paramount. The availability of laundry cleaning services can offer the solution you need. Here is how full-service laundry solutions can prove beneficial to your home.

Time-Saving

Note that balancing your job and cleaning needs in your home can be hard without help. However, you save time handling your cleaning needs with a full-service laundry solution. You get time to concentrate on other needs while meeting your cleaning expectations through the services provided by the professionals.

A Convenient Solution

As you get busy or incapacitated, handling laundry and other cleaning needs in your home can be hard. You get inconvenienced in many ways when you fail to maintain high cleanliness standards in your home. This is, however, different when you hire Clean Go Solutions as you avoid the stress of moving around looking for cleaning services.

You Get Organized

After the professionals take your laundry, expect them to deliver it back after organizing it. You find everything, including the socks, in the right place in your home. They clean, fold and arrange your laundry as instructed. Hiring full-service laundry solutions makes it easier to organize your home and increase its comfort.

Effective Cleaning Technology

The technology used by these services can help meet your expectations fast. Besides the team of experienced professionals, your home gets to utilize the state of the art technology and equipment to achieve laundry solutions. You get long-term results when you rely on highly effective cleaning technology.

You Get a Brand New Look

Getting a brand new look is another reason you need a full-service laundry solution in your home. The experts you hire can give your clothes a new look. The skills, experience, and technology give the best results fast. You easily take care of the fabrics and colors, making your clothes remain clean and functional for a long time.

The decision to hire a full-service cleaning solutions could prove beneficial to your home in many ways. You keep your home organized, increase your productivity by saving time and give your home a new look in the end. The reasons above should encourage you to hire a full-service laundry solution.





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Thursday, March 17, 2022

Embark on The Must-See Murder Mystery When Death on the Nile Arrives on Digital March 29 and 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD on April 5.

 

GORGEOUS, EXTRAVAGANT, INVENTIVE

– Rafer Guzman, NEWSDAY

 



 

LOS ANGELES, CA (March 17, 2022) – Based on Agatha Christie’s beloved 1937 novel, director Kenneth Branagh and an all-star cast bring new life to one of the most popular murder mysteries of all time.  Critics and audiences alike have praised the exquisite Death on the Nile for its stunning cinematography, rich storytelling and outstanding ensemble cast. Available on Digital March 29 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on April 5.

Film Synopsis

Belgian sleuth Hercule Poirot’s (Kenneth Branagh) spectacular Egyptian vacation aboard a river boat becomes a terrifying search for a murderer after a picture-perfect couple’s honeymoon is cut tragically short. Based on Agatha Christie’s novel, this tale of passion and jealousy is filled with wicked twists and turns until its shocking finale.

Bonus Features*

Featurettes

  • Death on the Nile: Novel to Film – Explore the new vision for Agatha Christie’s classic novel DEATH ON THE NILE, and how Kenneth Branagh and screenwriter Michael Green collaborated with Christie’s estate to bring a new twist to this story of love and murder.
  • Agatha Christie: Travel Can Be Murder – The story behind the book connects with Christie’s own love of travel, and especially Egypt and its secrets. Her legacy continues through her family and new generations of filmmakers and actors, all at once contributing to the immortality of her novels.
  • Design on the Nile – The setting, the costumes, the photography, all contribute to the Agatha Christie touch. We take a fun tour of this “ship of suspects” and learn details about the overall look and design of everything from the characters to the environment.
  • Branagh/Poirot – Kenneth Branagh is a one-of-a-kind artist who can switch hats with exceptional skill, playing Poirot one moment and directing the next. This piece pays tribute to Branagh’s ability to stay connected to his cast and creative team through it all.

Deleted Scenes

  • The Market
  • Poirot's Cabin
  • Rosalie and Bouc Outside Temple
  • Windlesham Jogging
  • Poirot Discusses Case
  • Poirot and Bouc Approach Jackie
  • Confronting Bouc and the Otterbournes
  • Poirot Orders Books

 

Trailer:

 


Cast

Kenneth Branagh as Hercule Poirot

Tom Bateman as Bouc

Annette Bening as Euphemia Bouc

Russell Brand as Dr. Bessner

Ali Fazal as Andrew Katchadourian

Dawn French as Bowers

Gal Gadot as Linnet Ridgeway Doyle

Armie Hammer as Simon Doyle

Rose Leslie as Louise Bourget

Emma Mackey as Jacqueline de Bellefort

Sophie Okonedo as Salome Otterbourne

Jennifer Saunders as Marie Van Schuyler

& Letitia Wright as Rosalie Otterbourne

 

Directed by

Kenneth Branagh

 

Executive Produced by

Mark Gordon

Simon Kinberg

Matthew Jenkins

James Prichard

& Mathew Prichard

 

Produced by

Ridley Scott

Kevin J. Walsh

Kenneth Branagh, p.g.a.,

& Judy Hofflund, p.g.a.

                       

Screenplay by

Michael Green

 

Based on a novel by

Agatha Christie

 

Product Specifications

U.S. Street Date

Digital: March 29, 2022

Physical: April 5, 2022

 

Canada Street Date

Digital: March 30, 2022

Physical: April 5, 2022

 

Product SKUs

Digital: 4K UHD, HD, SD

Physical: 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital Code), Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + Digital Code) & DVD

Feature Run Time

Approx. 127 minutes

 Rating

U.S. Rated PG-13

* Rated R for violence, some bloody images, and sexual material. 

 

U.S. Audio

4K Ultra HD: English 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos and DVS 2.0 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 7.1 Dolby Digital Plus

 

Blu-ray: English 7.1 DTS-HDMA and DVS 2.0 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 Dolby Digital

DVD: English 5.1 Dolby and DVS 2.0 Dolby, Spanish 5.1 Dolby, French 5.1 Dolby

Digital: English ATMOS (UHD only, some platforms), 2.0 AD Dolby (some platforms), French & Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital

 

U.S. Subtitles

4K Ultra HD: English SDH, Spanish, French

Blu-ray: English SDH, Spanish, French

DVD: English SDH, Spanish, French

Digital: English SDH, Spanish, French (some platforms)


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Facebook: @DeathOnTheNileMovie

Instagram: @DeathOnTheNile

#DeathOnTheNile


How To Make Your Mom's Mother's Day Extra Special

 



Moms are awesome! From giving birth to us to taking care of us even well into adulthood when we need it, mothers do a hard job – too often still without enough support in society or the workplace. Here are some ways you can show your appreciation for your mom by making her Mother’s Day this year truly unforgettable.

Buy her something nice

Of course, for many families it wouldn’t be Mother’s Day without some thoughtful Mother’s Day presents from the kids. Whether you are five or fifty, a gift is sure to make your mom feel loved and appreciated. Remember that you don’t have to spend tons of money on your mother’s present: a cute house plant or a box of cookies will work just as well as jewelry.

Make her something nice

Presents might be a must on Mother’s Day, but another way to make your mom feel special is to put time and effort into making something for her. A treat which is sure to go down well is to make breakfast for your mother and bring it to her in bed. Here are over fifty breakfast ideas to get your inspiration going. Just make sure to clean up after yourself when you cook, as the last thing any mom wants on Mother’s Day is to become once again the unofficial, unpaid designated family cleaner!

Take her somewhere nice

Another task which too often falls on a mothers’ shoulders is organizing family outings and get-togethers. On Mother’s Day this year, take it upon yourself to organize a trip somewhere nice for the whole family or just for the two of you. Perhaps your mom has a favorite spot in the countryside, or she might enjoy a trip to a fine dining restaurant. Make sure that you are choosing a place which she would enjoy (this day is not about what you, your dad or your siblings want to do!) and don’t forget to take your wallet out at the right time. Parents like to treat us, but at least once a year it’s our turn to treat them!

Be nice!

Finally, but perhaps most importantly, Mother’s Day is not a time to rehash old disagreements with your mom or to ask her for money or other favors. Remember that this day is all about your mother and make an effort to be nice to her and show her how much you love her, even if some of her quirks and turns of phrase drive you up the wall! Keep in mind too, that just as you might occasionally feel like you’ve had too much of your mother, she probably feels the same way about you. All parents do, and it doesn’t mean that they love us any less!

So, in preparation for this year’s Mother’s Day, put some thought into how you are going to make your mom feel special, loved and cherished. A little planning can go a long way and is sure to put a smile on your mom’s face!

Sunday, March 13, 2022

Desirable Gifts To Take To A Baby Shower

 

 

 

 



When your best friend or family member is pregnant, it is an exciting time. If you have been invited to the baby shower, it can be a bit tricky to know which gifts to bring, especially if you have never attended one before or don't have kids. What do new parents want? 


Parents to be can never have enough baby clothes and bibs. Rest assured, the baby will have enough cuddly toys. However, you may want to get them something different that they will need. Here is a brief list of what you could give at a baby shower that will be useful. 


Breast pads


It may seem unusual, but any mother-to-be will thank you for gifting her breast pads. Even if she doesn't intend to breastfeed her baby. 


You can get disposable breast pads at any pharmacy, but why not opt for reusable ones? There are many options online made from cotton and bamboo. These options often reduce the likelihood of developing fungal issues. They allow the breast to breathe while also being hygienic. 


Swaddles


Who doesn't love a baby swaddle? They are timeless, functional, and look adorable! These cute baby swaddles will make any parent-to-be coo. While also offering a practical solution for those first few months. 


Look to get a swaddle that is light in color and made from natural material. Once again, cotton and bamboo are your friends here. They are both easy to wash and are reusable as the baby grows.


Room thermometer


Babies cannot regulate their body temperature. So, they almost need a climate-controlled environment to help them sleep and grow. 


There are many room thermometers online that can be a great gift at a baby shower. Many of them can indicate to parents in an instant if the room is too hot or too cold. This is a practical and easy to give gift, that is likely to be accepted with much thanks from parents-to-be.


Toiletries


There are many baby-based toiletry brands online, so it can be tough to choose which item is a must-have. The best option is to get a lotion or cream that is suitable for both mom-to-be and newborns


Be sure to get toiletries with a mild scent, preferable hypoallergenic and water-based. Steer clear of anything that is brightly colored or scented. It may also be worth looking for moisturizers that have aloe vera and cocoa butter in them. These can soothe aching muscles and are great for reducing dry skin naturally. They also smell divine, so they will go down a treat.


Pregnancy pillows


Who said the gift at the baby shower has to be solely for the baby? There are great present ideas for moms-to-be to enjoy  as well.  


In the later months of pregnancy, moms-to-be can find it tough to sleep. So, to earn best friend status in an instant, why not opt for a pregnancy pillow


This will support the growing bump throughout the later stages of pregnancy. All while helping the mom-to-be get some much-needed rest. Pregnancy pillows can also support aching legs and boobs too. Great for every stage of pregnancy and postnatal. 




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Saturday, March 12, 2022

Can You Get Out of a Lease Early?



Sometimes things don’t always go as planned and you need to get out of a lease early. Getting out of a lease early can seem like uncharted territory, but it can be possible under certain circumstances. 

How to Get Out of a Lease Early

Getting out of a lease early isn’t typically easy, but there are some ways to maximize your chances. Read the Lease: Focus on the fine print because this is where you will find the penalties and procedures of early termination. Leases generally protect the landlord more than the tenant, so you might owe money to your landlord. 

Communication Is Important: If you need to get out of the lease early, then you need to communicate with your landlord. Some may be more understanding and flexible. You may be able to reason with them before you do anything drastic. 

Get Everything in Writing: If your landlord does agree to end the lease early, then get that information in writing. Verbal agreements can’t be proved if you end up in court and it will be the lease that will prevail. Keep a paper trail if you have ongoing communication with your landlord, especially if there are maintenance issues that mean you need to get out of your lease early. 

Do a Walkthrough before Leaving: Before you leave the property for the final time, make sure you do a walkthrough with your landlord and take photos so you have proof of the state of the property. This will protect you if your landlord wants to sue for damages or keep your deposit.

Avoid Any Assumptions: You don’t want to assume that your deposit is going to cover overdue rent or property damage. Be sure to check local and state guidelines before you assume anything or seek legal advice. 

Get Legal Help: You may need to get legal help if you need to get out of your lease early and have exhausted other options. This is especially important if you think your landlord has acted illegally. 

Reasons to Get Out of Your Lease Early

There are some common reasons why it may be necessary to get out of a lease early. If you are an active-duty military member, then you may need to get out of your lease early if you are deployed. Landlords can be usually understanding in these circumstances. Other reasons to get out of your lease early include your rental unit not being habitable, your landlord enters your home illegally, or you can’t pay rent. 

Does It Cost Money to End Your Lease Early?

There is no set cost associated with ending a lease, but you may be required to pay a significant amount. If you aren’t able to find anyone to take over the lease, then your landlord may say that you have to pay rent until a new renter moves in or your lease is up. It’s possible you could also lose your security deposit if you want to get out of your lease early. 



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Tuesday, March 08, 2022

Will It Suck? Do I Care? Nope! I Cannot Wait To See It! Sharkula

SHARKULA

 

COMING THIS JUNE

 


This summer! SHARKULA rises!

 From the makers of SHARKENSTEIN and NOAH’S SHARK, sink your teeth into SHARKULA this summer !

 The curse of Count Dracula lives on in shark infested waters, claiming the lives of a tourist community. A sea hunt for the new species results in monsters, madness and bloodshed. This great white is putting the bite back into terror, and it has help with the aid of new vampires intent on seeing it survive

.From writer-director Mark Polonia, and starring Kyle Rappaport (Return to Return to Nuke 'Em High Aka Vol. 2) as Renfield


and Jeff Kirkendall (Return to Splatter Farm) as Dracula, SHARKULA takes to the red sea this June from Wild Eye Releasing!


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