Why do we eat candy and chocolate on Halloween?

Halloween is every kid’s or kid at heart’s favorite time of year. Who doesn’t like decorating, candy, chocolate, and all things spooky? We all know that the Halloween tradition is. But we never really think about why we eat candy and chocolate on October 31st.  Celtics celebrated a tradition called Samhain, which is said to be the inspiration for Halloween. Samhain was the time to celebrate the last harvest for the year and the upcoming winter season. Celtics would also use the festival to honor their dead by leaving treats out on their . . . [More]

Why do we eat candy and chocolate on Halloween?

Halloween is every kid’s or kid at heart’s favorite time of year. Who doesn’t like decorating, candy, chocolate, and all things spooky? We all know that the Halloween tradition is. But we never really think about why we eat candy and chocolate on October 31st.  Celtics celebrated a tradition called Samhain, which is said to be the inspiration for Halloween. Samhain was the time to celebrate the last harvest for the year and the upcoming winter season. Celtics would also use the festival to honor their dead by leaving treats out on their . . . [More]

How to make your microwave last longer

Microwave ovens are essential in every household and dorm room, and they are a quick and easy way to heat food when you're in a hurry or defrost those frozen steaks when you forget to take them out of the freezer. With proper maintenance, your microwave can last for seven years.But if you want your microwave to last longer, there are a few ways to help it outlive the expected lifespan.Clean spills right away: Microwaves can get messy, especially when heating something like pasta or soup. When spills happen, it's best to clean them right away, a . . . [More]

How to make your microwave last longer

Microwave ovens are essential in every household and dorm room, and they are a quick and easy way to heat food when you're in a hurry or defrost those frozen steaks when you forget to take them out of the freezer. With proper maintenance, your microwave can last for seven years.But if you want your microwave to last longer, there are a few ways to help it outlive the expected lifespan.Clean spills right away: Microwaves can get messy, especially when heating something like pasta or soup. When spills happen, it's best to clean them right away, a . . . [More]

What is a MERV rating

When looking at furnace filters, you probably have come across the word MERV. MERV stands for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, and this rating determines the type of particles the air filter will trap. Furnaces should only use filters that have a maximum rating of 12.A higher than 12 MERV rating can also restrict airflow and cause damage to your HVAC system.Anything higher than 12 is used for hospitals, commercial buildings, and clean rooms. Furnace filters are designed to make no dust, hair, debris, and other particles into the air and the . . . [More]

What is a MERV rating

When looking at furnace filters, you probably have come across the word MERV. MERV stands for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, and this rating determines the type of particles the air filter will trap. Furnaces should only use filters that have a maximum rating of 12.A higher than 12 MERV rating can also restrict airflow and cause damage to your HVAC system.Anything higher than 12 is used for hospitals, commercial buildings, and clean rooms. Furnace filters are designed to make no dust, hair, debris, and other particles into the air and the . . . [More]

1956: UFO at RAF Bentwaters Base

The year is 1956, the place, at RAF / US AF Base in Bentwaters / Lakenheath, Suffolk, England. At least one UFO was tracked by both ground and airborne radar. The object(s) was also witnessed by ground personnel.On August 14th, 1956, overnight, the witness, F.H.C. Wimbledon, RAF Fighter Controller on duty at RAF Neatishead, Norfolk, at the time advised“I was Chief Controller on duty at the main RAF Radar Station in East Anglia on the night in question. My duties were to monitor the Radar picture and to scramble the Battle Flight, who were on . . . [More]

1956: UFO at RAF Bentwaters Base

The year is 1956, the place, at RAF / US AF Base in Bentwaters / Lakenheath, Suffolk, England. At least one UFO was tracked by both ground and airborne radar. The object(s) was also witnessed by ground personnel.On August 14th, 1956, overnight, the witness, F.H.C. Wimbledon, RAF Fighter Controller on duty at RAF Neatishead, Norfolk, at the time advised“I was Chief Controller on duty at the main RAF Radar Station in East Anglia on the night in question. My duties were to monitor the Radar picture and to scramble the Battle Flight, who were on . . . [More]

SiteGround Pricing Explained: Which Plan Should You Choose?

We'll introduce you to SiteGround’s services and a few of its hosting plans. Then, we'll walk you through the options to help you find the perfect fit. The post SiteGround Pricing Explained: Which Plan Should You Choose? appeared first on ThemeIsle Blog. Re Posted From: SiteGround Pricing Explained: Which Plan Should You Choose?ThemeIsle Blog . . . [More]

SiteGround Pricing Explained: Which Plan Should You Choose?

We'll introduce you to SiteGround’s services and a few of its hosting plans. Then, we'll walk you through the options to help you find the perfect fit. The post SiteGround Pricing Explained: Which Plan Should You Choose? appeared first on ThemeIsle Blog. Re Posted From: SiteGround Pricing Explained: Which Plan Should You Choose?ThemeIsle Blog . . . [More]

Torque’s Social Hour: Brian Gardner

The Torque Social Hour is a weekly livestream about WordPress news, events, and life. This week’s special guests is Brian Gardner, a Principal Developer Advocate at WP Engine and the founder of StudioPress. Our co-host is Carrie Dils, a freelance coach and Wordress developer. In this episode we talk about how Full Site Editing will affect WordPress theme developers. Torque Social Hour with Jake Goldman Join us each Wednesday from 3-4pm PST for the next episode of the Torque Social Hour. The post Torque’s Social Hour: Brian Gardner . . . [More]

Torque’s Social Hour: Brian Gardner

The Torque Social Hour is a weekly livestream about WordPress news, events, and life. This week’s special guests is Brian Gardner, a Principal Developer Advocate at WP Engine and the founder of StudioPress. Our co-host is Carrie Dils, a freelance coach and Wordress developer. In this episode we talk about how Full Site Editing will affect WordPress theme developers. Torque Social Hour with Jake Goldman Join us each Wednesday from 3-4pm PST for the next episode of the Torque Social Hour. The post Torque’s Social Hour: Brian Gardner . . . [More]

1955: UFO Landing at Broadlands

The year is 1955, the place, at Broadlands Estates, near Romsey, Hampshire, England. A UFO landed and an occupant was observed. The witness was incapacitated by the UFO and it flew away at great speed.On February 23rd, 1955, at about 0830 hours, the witness, Frederick Briggs, a bricklayer working at Broadlands Estates advised“I am at present employed at Broadlands as a bricklayer and was cycling to my work from Romsey on the morning of Wednesday, the 23rd February 1955. When I was about half way between the Palmerston or Romsey Lodge and the . . . [More]

1955: UFO Landing at Broadlands

The year is 1955, the place, at Broadlands Estates, near Romsey, Hampshire, England. A UFO landed and an occupant was observed. The witness was incapacitated by the UFO and it flew away at great speed.On February 23rd, 1955, at about 0830 hours, the witness, Frederick Briggs, a bricklayer working at Broadlands Estates advised“I am at present employed at Broadlands as a bricklayer and was cycling to my work from Romsey on the morning of Wednesday, the 23rd February 1955. When I was about half way between the Palmerston or Romsey Lodge and the . . . [More]

Product Ladders & What People Want

Like I told you the other day, I'm working on bringing all my courses from different locations all to this site. And the moment I started building out the course catalog, I realized I was going to need to create some bundles. After all, people won't want to buy every single course separately. But that brings me to today's topic � figuring out what people want, and how to deliver it to them. Most people will start thinking about bundles and offerings in the context of funnels. And don't get me wrong, I have no trouble thinking about . . . [More]

Product Ladders & What People Want

Like I told you the other day, I'm working on bringing all my courses from different locations all to this site. And the moment I started building out the course catalog, I realized I was going to need to create some bundles. After all, people won't want to buy every single course separately. But that brings me to today's topic � figuring out what people want, and how to deliver it to them. Most people will start thinking about bundles and offerings in the context of funnels. And don't get me wrong, I have no trouble thinking about . . . [More]

Pricing Utility Features

Pricing is Hard. Normally I don't put a period after my headlines. But pricing is hard � period. You know what I mean? It's challenging to figure out the right spot where you and customers both agree that the value exchange is worth it. You know what is even harder? Pricing utility features. Wait, what does that mean? Utility Features vs Solution Features Utility features aren't solution features. They're not the things people go looking for at Google � like a membership plugin that creates a solution that helps you protect cont . . . [More]

Pricing Utility Features

Pricing is Hard. Normally I don't put a period after my headlines. But pricing is hard � period. You know what I mean? It's challenging to figure out the right spot where you and customers both agree that the value exchange is worth it. You know what is even harder? Pricing utility features. Wait, what does that mean? Utility Features vs Solution Features Utility features aren't solution features. They're not the things people go looking for at Google � like a membership plugin that creates a solution that helps you protect cont . . . [More]

1954: Close Encounter Over Southend Essex

The year is 1954, the place, Southend in Essex, England. A RAF pilot had a close encounter while flying with three UFOS at 16,000 feet.On October 14th, 1954, at about 1615 hours, RAF Flight Lieutenant Salandin, of No. 604, County of Middlesex Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force, took off at 1615 hours, from his base at RAF North Weald in Essex in a Meteor Mk 8 Jet. The weather was perfect. He stated that“When I was at about 16,000 feet, I saw a whole lot of contrails - possibly at 30 � 40,000 feet - over North Foreland. Through the middle o . . . [More]

1954: Close Encounter Over Southend Essex

The year is 1954, the place, Southend in Essex, England. A RAF pilot had a close encounter while flying with three UFOS at 16,000 feet.On October 14th, 1954, at about 1615 hours, RAF Flight Lieutenant Salandin, of No. 604, County of Middlesex Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force, took off at 1615 hours, from his base at RAF North Weald in Essex in a Meteor Mk 8 Jet. The weather was perfect. He stated that“When I was at about 16,000 feet, I saw a whole lot of contrails - possibly at 30 � 40,000 feet - over North Foreland. Through the middle o . . . [More]