How To Sharpen Your Brain In Your Down Time

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One thing that is extremely important when it comes to getting the most out of life in general is for you to keep your brain sharp and in good shape, as this can help you enjoy your life a lot more in the present, and can make your future a whole lot more enjoyable as well; one problem, of course, is that most people feel like simply shutting off their brain when they get home from work, and it is for this reason that it is helpful to know a few enjoyable ways to sharpen your brain in your down time.

Reading is one thing that a lot of people find is a great way for them to relax and enjoy an evening - being entertained in much the same way they would be entertained by a movie or television show, but with more of an emphasis on their brain; figure out the sorts of books that you enjoy (whether they are fiction or nonfiction - and whatever sub-genre you enjoy of each), and take the time to enjoy these books on a regular basis.

Another one of the best ways to give your brain a workout is by doing something creative; there are lots of different things you can do in the way of creative output, in order to improve the dexterity of your brain, but realize that just about anything you choose to do in this vein will be great for your brain in both the short term and the long run!

And any game you can play that will cause you to use your critical thinking - such as a puzzle, or Sudoku, or anything similar - will be a great way for you to enjoy your evening, and for you to sharpen your brain in the process; find one such game that you enjoy, and indulge in it often.

The more you use your brain, the more you will get out of it, so figure out things you can do that will help you relax while also helping you to use your brain, and make the effort to engage in these activities as often as you can!

Get New Phones for the Entire Office

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A business that is growing must consider many changes. Adding employees will most likely be a top priority after the initial stages of growth are over. Often a business owner will keep staffing costs low as possible, instead choosing to work a ton of hours on their own. Usually this wears on them and they are forced to hire more people. Some of the other things to consider include increasing marketing efforts, expanding offices, and holding more inventory.

Even though the business may make many needed changes they often forget that technology needs upgrading too. Every business around today should know how important technology is. Almost every field has seen an improvement in work efficiency because of it. Yet relatively new businesses will try and stick with their original technology for too long. Before it is necessary, these pieces should all be upgraded to the fullest. Nothing can bring a business down like a large failure in their technology.

Xblue X16 Small Office Phone System 6 Line Digital Speakerphone.

A company that is growing must consider a new phone system installation. Throughout the company many businesses will spend money on phones in place of a full service cohesive system. Office phones that all can interact with each other are always the best option. A small office phone system that is perfect for any small business is the Xblue's X16. All the phones work together since the system allows you to have phones that are spread over six separate call lines.

The phones can be used in many ways making it easier for day to day operations. Inputting the entire company directory into the phone can be done along with the clients that you work with all the time. Some fields require that conversations on the phone are recorded, which is possible on this model. Everyone in the office can be involved on important conference calls too. Any small business needs to have a cohesive communication system because it is so important to build your company on open communication.

Adding Fish To Your Saltwater Aquarium

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You might be thinking of upgrading to a saltwater aquarium if you have been running a freshwater tank for a while. Although you have probably heard stories about how difficult it is to maintain a saltwater aquarium, it is really not so different from freshwater as long as you do your research before you make decisions. When people start a saltwater tank, they often make the mistake of purchasing fish that do not actually belong with one another. When fish cannot coexist, one of them usually ends up losing the battle. With saltwater fish being as pricey as they sometimes are, you certainly do not want to learn by trial and error. You can save yourself money and headaches by simply understanding the four types of fish and their basic needs.

Carnivores: Carnivorous fish such as puffers and dottybacks will eat smaller fish, crustaceans, and invertebrates; they will eat until they are full, and they will not care how much you spent on a fish. If you want one of these fish in your aquarium, make sure you put them with fish who can hold their own.

Herbivores: These fish eat plants and algae, and while this might seem harmless, think twice before adding a fish such as a tang with live plants. Your herbivore will gobble up your live plants right away, leaving you with nothing to show for the money you spent on them.

Omnivores: Omnivores will eat what they can; as long as you feed your fish regularly, this should not be a problem, but make sure you do not forget to feed them. Your omnivores will end up destroying your coral and eating your crustaceans and plants if you forget to feed them.

Filter feeders: Filter feeders, of course, are the simplest animals to keep in your tank, as they get their nutrients from organisms that are floating in the water. Starfish, coral, and sponges land in this category, but you will, of course, want fish to go with them!

Take a bit of time to make sure you know which fish and plants you can add in your tank together, without worrying about these fish and plants disappearing. It only takes a bit of extra time to study up, and this study will make a big difference in your saltwater experience.

How To Help A Puppy Acclimate To Its New Home

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You will probably be so enraptured by how cute and lovable a new puppy is when you add it to your home that you will become numb to the fact that it is also important for you to help the puppy acclimate itself properly to its new home; while part of helping your puppy acclimate itself will have to do with making the puppy feel comfortable and safe, another part of helping a puppy acclimate itself will have to do with making sure this puppy will grow up into an obedient and enjoyable dog!

The first thing you should do, when you are bringing a puppy into your home, is make them feel as comfortable, as safe, and as secure as possible; realize that a puppy has a need for a safe, loving, and nurturing environment, so shower this puppy with love and affection while doing everything you can to ensure that the puppy is comfy and safe.

Of course, the easiest part of all is loving on the puppy and keeping it comfortable and safe, but  one step that is a bit harder - but that is just as important - is training the puppy and being sure to set boundaries; you will want to do this while still continuing to express love and communicate safety to the puppy, but keep a firm hand as well, realizing that a puppy will naturally try to push the boundaries, and you will have a mess on your hands down the road if you allow your puppy to do this now!

And you will want to get your puppy exercise from an early age in order to help them acclimate; when most people think of "exercise," they think of physical exercise, but while physical exercise is part of the prescription for helping your puppy acclimate, you will also want to make sure your puppy gets mental and social exercise as well, as this will help them grow into a well-adjusted adult.

When you bring a new puppy home and try to help them acclimate to your home, there will be a steep learning curve, but with these tips in mind, the learning curve will be a whole lot easier for you and your family to endure.

Tips For Optimizing Your iPad's Battery Life

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One thing about batteries you should make sure you are aware of is the fact that, quite simply, they will eventually die, no matter what you do (in fact, even if you never used a battery, it would eventually die); however, there are still a few things you can do in order to increase the life of a battery - and when it comes to a device such as the iPad, this is exceedingly important for you to do.

First of all, realize that your battery's lifespan is going to largely be based on the number of discharge-recharge cycles it goes through - but this does not mean that you need to take your battery all the way down to 0 every time you use it; if you charge your battery from 0% to 100%, this could affect your battery's life the same as if you charged it from 80% to 100% on five separate occasions.

Instead of spending all your time worrying about how far down your battery is before you commit to charging it, you should worry about the things you can do to keep your battery from getting down to zero too quickly; these things include using WiFi over 3G whenever you can, lowering your screen brightness to keep from depleting the battery, and setting up your iPad so it goes to sleep quickly when it is not in use.

Finally, you should realize that it is important to give your iPad a full recharge cycle (that is, going from close to zero up to 100%) about once a month - so if you are in the habit of charging your iPad frequently, or if you do not use your iPad frequently enough for it to hit 0% in a month, make a concerted effort to go through a full discharge-recharge cycle.

Even though the battery on your iPad is going to die someday, regardless of what you do, you will be able to extend its life a whole lot longer with this simple knowledge, and with these simple tricks!

Shade Options

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I love as a parent watching my kids play outdoor sports in the summer. Not only do we get to be proud parents, but we also get to spend a little time in the sun and fresh air instead of the office. Being outside is great until it is 90 plus in the shade. What are your options when you are at a sporting event and in the sun with little shade? Here are some suggestions to help you out.

If you have a large group of people a canopy tent can be very handy to provide a large amount of shade. This popup shelter has a 10 x 10 area which is protected with a heavy polyester roof. This will not only keep you cool in the sun, but dry in the rain as well. You might want to consider a windbreak for days with a lot of wind. Plus it provides a bit more sun and rain protection.

For smaller groups another great option is a sport umbrella. These usually have a high sun protection but are very convenient and lightweight as far as carrying them around. This super large umbrella has flaps to provide more sun protection. It is easy to both setup and takedown.

A fold up chair with a personal canopy is another fun option if you are just looking for a bit of extra shade. This is a very compact easy to use system that can provide you with just a little bit of shade. Both lightweight and easy to fold up. It is a great option to have in the car for those hot days you want to spend some time outside.

Making Your Yard More Relaxing

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One of the benefits of living in a house, over living in an apartment or a condo, is the fact that you will have your own yard that will provide you with a pleasant area to enjoy outdoors; one thing many find, however, is that this yard is not quite the sanctuary they wish it were - and for this reason, it is important to make sure you know a few specific things you can do that will help to make your yard more relaxing.

One aspect of making your yard more relaxing that will be extremely important will be that you give yourself places where you can relax - that is, places where you will feel like lounging around with a good book and a cold drink as the evening passes by you; with some lawn chairs, a hammock, or even a hot tub, you will be able to achieve this "lounging" atmosphere that is such a vital part of having a relaxing yard.

Of course, no matter how many lawn chairs or hammocks you put out there in your yard, you will not exactly feel like you are lounging and relaxing if your yard is otherwise bare; for this reason, it will be important that you take the time to fill your yard with some plants, bushes, and trees to really give your yard that "getaway" feel.

And there is a lot you can do to cultivate a relaxing ambiance in your backyard, even beyond plants, bushes, and trees,; consider putting in a spring, some bird houses, and a bird feeder, as all of these things will go a long way in giving your yard a singularly relaxing and calming ambiance - and will make you feel as though you can go into your yard to relax and escape from the world!

Even if you are a renter, instead of a homeowner, realize that these things hold true - and by paying attention to these things, you can make your house feel even more like a "home," and can derive from this home a great deal of pleasure.