A Ghostblogger? Do You Blog About Ghosts?

Every small business owner knows the importance of the elevator pitch, but with a job title like mine, explaining yourself becomes not only an advisable course of action, but a necessity. When I introduce myself as a ghostblogger, the response is usually a blank stare. If you're wondering exactly what a ghostblogger does, read on to find out more!

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Things You Must Know Before Getting an Exotic Pet — Part 3: The Nitty Gritty

You’ve researched basic care, you’ve planned for the unexpected and the inevitable—you’re almost ready to provide an incredible pet with an incredible home! Before you make your final decision though, there are just a few more details to cover to make sure you’re paired up with the right exotic animal companion.

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Things You Must Know Before Getting an Exotic Pet — Part 2: Travel and the Unexpected

Part of being a responsible exotic pet owner is being prepared for the unexpected and the inconvenient. In addition to basic care, you need to plan ahead for what you’ll do with your pet if they get sick, if you need to travel, or if there’s a possibility that your pet will outlive you.

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Tips and Tricks to Tame Your Guinea Pig

Guinea pigs make great pets. They’re adorable, not prone to biting or scratching, and usually enjoy cuddles once you’ve gained their trust. Of course, that’s the trick, isn’t it? Because they’re prey animals, the first step in taming your guinea pig is to have realistic expectations about what it means. Guinea pigs are hardwired by nature to be afraid of the unfamiliar and to run away from anything that could be a threat…which is pretty much everything, including you. Taming your guinea pig is totally possible, but it takes time, patience, and consistent effort. Read on for tips and tricks on how to tame your guinea pig so that you have a sweet and wonderful companion!

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19 Boredom Busters for the COVID-19 Stay-at-Home Order

I’ll be honest—being ordered to stay home is kind of a dream come true for me, so I’m not having much of a problem with the recent stay-at-home directive issued to keep people safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether you’re a home body or not, though, a few ideas for how to keep occupied during an enforced stay at home may be helpful. Here are 19 ideas to keep you busy at home—hopefully they’ll inspire you!

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No, You Do Not Need to Wash Your Credit Card, and Other Valuable Principles for Weathering the Coronavirus

As someone with OCD, I can appreciate the benefits of a little anxiety—but depriving half the population of toilet paper at a time like this? It’s a bit much. So keep calm, keep clean, and keep away from other people. Buy only what you need, wash your hands with soap and water (no, it does not need to be antibacterial soap—the coronavirus is, as its name implies, a virus, not a bacteria), and carry on. We’re going to get through this, people. Well, you are. OCD, much like the coronavirus, does not currently have a cure, so I’ll be staying in Germaphobia for the foreseeable future. But hey, I appreciate the visit—thanks for not popping my bubble.

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How to Reduce Inflammation Through Diet

Managing inflammation through diet, although it can be a significant lifestyle adjustment, isn’t complicated. By altering how you eat to focus on nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory foods, you can reduce your inflammation levels and help your body to heal.

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