Sasha McGregor
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Crossover SUVs - The Family Car of the 21st Century
According to Wikipedia, as of 2006, more than half of SUVs sold in the United States of America have been of the “crossover” variety. A crossover SUV, also sometimes referred to as simply a “crossover” or occasionally shortened to a “CUV,” is typically a cross between a sedan and a truck-based sport utility vehicle, or SUV. Most often, crossover SUVs are modeled after the body type of a truck-based SUV with the chassis or unibody construction of a sedan. This design generally makes for a significantly more comfortable interior when compared to their truck-based SUV counterparts, however crossovers are known to have less off road capabilities and in many cases are not manufactured with an option for all wheel drive.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Wheel
5 Ways to Get Paid for Driving
Driving is a necessary event that we either look forward to doing or can sometimes be a headache. However, we shouldn’t take it for granted. Driving is how we get from point “A” to point “B,” and if it’s needed, point “C.” Surprisingly, there are people who find driving to be relaxing and do it on a daily basis. Why, do you ask? It’s because they are getting paid for it. It does not matter how much traffic they are in, the only thing that matters is that they get their passengers or products where they need to go. These are five different jobs that not only require driving, but also pay well.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Wheel
Backup Plan for Moms
Being a mom can be the most difficult job on the planet. Making sure that you are taken care of so that you can properly take care of your home and your family is not and easy thing to do, especially if you are a single mom with only one income. Having a backup plan if some unforeseen thing was to happen is something everyone should have, but especially moms. The family dynamic is dependent on the mom more than anyone else if you are in a single parent household. There are countless backup plans that mom should know about, choosing which one is right for you is the important part. There are countless different things that you could do, but here is a list of a few things that can help if something does not go as planned.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Journal
Five of the Best First Time Cars for Your Teenager
When teenagers get to a certain age, one rite of passage that they look forward to is being able to drive. Not only is it the most exciting time in their lives, but also it’s about the type of car that they can get. Teens don’t want to be seen in a struggle buggy, but they do want to be grateful whatever their parents are able to give them. If they have a part-time job that they work after school it might be wise to chip in a few bucks so that they can drive something nicer. Otherwise, their parents will have to find a car that safe and reliable for them to drive that’s not going to give them a lot of problems. There are so many different makes and models, they will have to sit down and see what’s in the budget and figure how to get them their first car. If it’s possible to pay straight cash without doing a monthly payment, then that is what will go for. So what are the top five cars to look at?
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Wheel
Creating a Flavorful, Long-Lasting Diet
If you are tired of trying out the latest diet that only produces results when you are on it, you are not alone. There are so many people who try yo-yo dieting, going back and forth between diets and still are not satisfied. Not only does this cause stress on your body, it can also mess with your metabolism and your digestive system.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Longevity
Foods to Try to Improve Your Health
You are what you eat: How your diet affects your health You are what you eat is more than just a cliche that gets tossed around when someone decides to try a new diet. It is a scientifically proven fact! The foods that we eat do more than just fuel our bodies, they also serve as our building blocks. If you are looking for foods that will help you improve your health, here are a number of foods to try.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Feast
How to Help Your Family Live in the Moment
Living in the moment simply means being present in your everyday activities. People often forget to live in the moment because of bad habits or because they have a lot on their minds. Living in the moment will help you to enjoy your life a bit more and retain some great memories. It is not a good feeling when you look back and realize how fast time has passed and see that you don't remember much of the events of that time. It's very easy to live in the moment and below are a few tips that will tell you how.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Motivation
Family First
Food is medicine to the soul. Having a family that you have to prepare for can sometimes get overwhelming, but just with the perfect meal prep and a few dinner ideas you can make easy and quick recipes for the entire family to enjoy. There are many different websites and pages you can go on to find recipes, but I will give you a few simple and quick recipes for the entire family to enjoy.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Families
Foods That Benefit You
As we all know, heart disease is nearly a good portion of worldwide deaths, approximately one-third. There are many foods that play a major influence in heart disease risk factors: blood pressure, triglycerides, cholesterol, as well as inflammation. There are over six million people living with cardiovascular disease and half of that number dies within the five-year limit; luckily, there are some foods out there that can prevent heart failure from happening. In order for this plan to succeed, one must be very dedicated to wanting a healthy heart by eating the right foods. Here’s a list of low sodium foods that you can eat, and what they can do for your heart.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Longevity
How Can Your Family Benefit from Using Essential Oils?
If you have thought about using essential oils in your family, now is the time to start using them. There are a lot of different ways to use essential oils for all aspects of your family. This is perfect because you do not need to use essential oils for every part of your life, you get to choose how and when you use them.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Longevity
How to Run a House While Raising Kids
When you and your life partner or spouse decide to start a family together, you probably do not realize the incredible changes one or two children are going to make to your home. It means that you are going to have to find a way to learn how to balance a career that you love but is 40+ hours a week, as well as being there for your kids, and giving them a home they can grow up in. However, running a household, holding down a career, and raising your kids is not at all simple, and when it comes to learning how to manage it all, it can be incredibly overwhelming. It is a nearly impossible task to keep a house clean with one or more kids in the house. There are probably legos everywhere, stains, laundry, and you probably need a good carpet cleaning, but life is just more enjoyable and far less stressful if the house is clean and well organized—it can even help parents sleep better! The question then is, how are you supposed to run a house with kids underfoot, and not completely lose your mind, or feel like you are fighting a losing battle? Below are a few little known tips and tricks that will help you keep your home clean and under control when you are also running around non-stop raising your kids.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Families
Practical Cars For Families Who Like to Travel
Families who travel together get to experience the world in a way that connects them in new and fun ways. When you are traveling with others, you must take into consideration how long you will be in close quarters to your traveling companions, and prepare for the things you do and do not like about being in these close situations. That is why choosing the best vehicle for traveling is a crucial aspect for families that love the road, and look forward to the adventure. Whether you are looking at riding in an RV, SUV, minivan, crossover, car, or truck, you must consider how reliable the vehicle is, safety options available, and the comfort of all the passengers before making that final vehicle decision.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Wheel