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Cheryl Nelson
Jul 15, 20221 min read
Travel Preparedness for Hotel and Airbnb Stays (HuffPost)
How safe do you feel when you travel? Do you feel more safe staying at a hotel or an Airbnb/Vrbo rental? I discussed some travel...


Cheryl Nelson
Jan 9, 20221 min read
5 Tips for Traveling in Uncertain Times (Texas Lifestyle Magazine)
Thanks to the pandemic, travel has not been easy over the past two years...and counting. We are all due for a vacation and we owe it to...


Cheryl Nelson
Jan 9, 20221 min read
How to Properly Clean Your Gym Clothes (CNN Underscored)
Have you ever noticed that even after washing your gym clothes, they still don't smell quite fresh? If so, you're not alone. Continue...


Cheryl Nelson
Jan 5, 20221 min read
Flying with Wrapped Gifts: Recommended or Not...? (HuffPost)
As the holiday season wraps up, you may be one of the people who had their luggage flagged by TSA at an airport. If you had a wrapped...


Cheryl Nelson
Dec 2, 20211 min read
Navigating Travel in an Ongoing Covid World (Washington Post)
Have you had to postpone or cancel a trip recently due to travel restrictions and Covid uncertainty? I have. I know that so many of us...


Cheryl Nelson
Dec 2, 20211 min read
{TRAVEL + LEISURE} How to Properly Clean & Prep Your Kitchen Before Vacation
We've all been there... scrambling to pack at the last minute before leaving for a trip. Going on a vacation is supposed to be relaxing,...


Cheryl Nelson
Nov 5, 20211 min read
Do You Make These Mistakes When You Pack? (HuffPost)
As a frequent traveler, I've learned some packing dos and don'ts over the years. I shared some of my travel preparedness tips with...


Cheryl Nelson
Oct 4, 20211 min read
How Often Should You Wash Your Bed Sheets? (Reader's Digest)
We're all busy, right? But when was the last time you washed your bed sheets? Putting this task off may cause more harm than good... .


Cheryl Nelson
Sep 13, 20211 min read
Tips for Staying Safe & Warm During Winter Storm Power Outages (Women's Health Magazine)
You may not be thinking about winter weather yet, but it will be here before you know it. The last thing you want is to be stuck without...


Cheryl Nelson
Aug 28, 20211 min read
How to Grocery Shop Before a Hurricane (Health Magazine)
When a hurricane, tropical storm, or tropical depression is approaching, know that you might lose power. Unless you have a generator,...


Cheryl Nelson
Jul 29, 20211 min read
How to Wash Your Sneakers the Right Way (360 Magazine)
Have you ever looked at your sneakers and thought...? - "Gosh they look terrible - they're so dirty!" - Or worse... "yikes, they stink!"...


Cheryl Nelson
Jul 1, 20211 min read
How Much Does Water Temperature Really Matter When Doing Laundry (Martha Stewart)
I was so excited when I was asked to be a part of this story in Martha Stewart. Read more to learn everything you ever wanted to know...


Cheryl Nelson
Jun 29, 20211 min read
How to Stay Safe & Cool in Extreme Heat (Yahoo.com)
Extreme heat is affecting much of the United States. I spoke with Yahoo.com to share my tips for staying safe and cool. Read more


Cheryl Nelson
Jun 6, 20212 min read
As Re-opening Continues, How Safe is Family Travel? (HuffPost)
As restrictions continue to ease and vaccinations become available to children, you may be wondering if unvaccinated children will be...


Cheryl Nelson
May 6, 20211 min read
Last Minute, Yet Thoughtful Gifts for Mother's Day (Business Wire)
Whether face-to-face interaction with mom has been limited this past year, or the two of you have spent every day together, it is...


Cheryl Nelson
Apr 15, 20211 min read
Simple Laundry Hacks (Yahoo Life)
In celebration of National Laundry Day, I shared my top laundry hacks to help people transform a once tedious chore into a relaxing...


Cheryl Nelson
Feb 18, 20211 min read
Generator Safety Tips During Power Outages (Yahoo Life)
Lost power during a storm? While a generator can certainly keep your lights on and bring peace of mind, there are some important things...


Cheryl Nelson
Feb 12, 20211 min read
Valentine's Day Gift Ideas
Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with loved ones by sending unique gifts that complement their interests and...


Cheryl Nelson
Oct 14, 20201 min read
Autumn Hacks & Preparedness Tips
As the weather turns cooler, the air gets drier and leaves fall off the trees, make sure you're prepared for the change of seasons....


Cheryl Nelson
Aug 16, 20202 min read
Have a Tick Bite? Get Your TICK tested!
I'll be the first to admit, when I get a tick bite I can be a bit of a hypochondriac. Anyone with me on this? We do a quick online...
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