Gigi and Nate on Blu-Ray Giveaway

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Available 11/15 from 

 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Love finds a helping hand when Gigi & Nate arrives on Blu-ray™ + Digital and DVD November 15 from Lionsgate. Directed by Nick Hamm (Driven, The Journey, The Hole), Gigi & Nate is an inspiring story about how hope and companionship can come in all different sizes. Gigi & Nate will be available for the suggested retail price of $24.99 for Blu-ray + Digital and $19.98 for DVD.

OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS
In this uplifting drama inspired by actual events, Nate (Charlie Rowe) suffers a near-fatal illness and is left a quadriplegic just weeks before departing for college. As Nate tries to adjust to his new life challenges, his mother (Oscar® winner* Marcia Gay Harden) helps him bring home an unlikely service animal, Gigi — a curious and intelligent capuchin monkey. Nate and Gigi form an unbreakable bond, but when it’s threatened by a group trying to outlaw capuchins, Nate’s family rallies behind him to help him regain what he needs most: hope.

 
This movie tugged at my heart strings.  Nate, a young and healthy teen develops meningitis shortly after jumping into and swimming in a lake. He becomes paralyzed and unable to do anything on his own.  He get a capuchin monkey named Gigi assigned to him as his service animal and she changes his life in a huge way. 
 
I was cheering for Nate to develop a strong bond with Gigi throughout the movie and when a local animal group tries to get her removed, my heart sank. 
 
This is a slow paced movie at times, but it is very impactful.
 
Enter to win a copy of Gigi and Nate below

*2000, Actress in a Supporting Role, Pollock.

CAST
Marcia Gay Harden                   Mystic River, The Mist, Into the Wild
Charlie Rowe                            Rocketman, Angelyne, Vanity Fair
Josephine Langford                   After, Moxie, After We Fell
Zoe Colletti                               Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Annie, The Lego Ninjago Movie
Hannah Riley                            TV’s “Better Things,” “Chicago Med,” Paper Towns
with Jim Belushi                        Red Heat, K-9, TV’s “Saturday Night Live”
and Diane Ladd                        Wild at Heart, Joy, Chinatown

BLU-RAY / DVD SPECIAL FEATURES

  • Photo Gallery
  • Theatrical Trailer
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Year of Production: 2021
Title Copyright: © 2021 The Hunters Will Find Productions Limited. All Rights Reserved.
Type: New Release
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Family
Closed-Captioned: N/A
Subtitles: English SDH
Feature Run Time: 114 Minutes
Blu-ray Format: 1080p High Definition 16×9 (2.39:1) Presentation
Blu-ray Audio: English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio™
DVD Format: 16×9 (2.39:1) Presentation
DVD Audio: English 5.1 Dolby Audio
 
 GIVEAWAY 
 
 
Two winners will receive a copy of Gigi and Nate on Blu-Ray and Digital (RV $ 24.99)
 
All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. Any person who has won a prize (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the past thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public.


The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place, Tabby’s Pantry, and The Review Wire are not responsible for the shipment of the prize. Ends 11.20.22

Pictures On Gold Giveaway

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Looking for a heart charm or a pendant? This Heart Photo Pendant/Charm with Diamond Cut Edge is perfect for you!

This is a very charming way to remind yourself of the people you love. You can have it with you all the time!

 

USE CODE HOLIDAY10 TO SAVE 10% ON YOUR PURCHASE AT PicturesOnGold.com 

You may request a special clasp to easily attach to your charm bracelet.

 

Item can be engraved with message, names, dates or monogram.


Engraving doesn’t delay your shipment.

Picture Engraving is scratch and water resistant and included in the price.

 

 

 

Available in Three Sizes in Solid 14K, 10k,Yellow, White, Or Sterling Silver

What Shape is This Item? Heart

Is a Chain Included? You can choose which chain to add to your order when checking out

All Sterling Silver is protected with a tarnish resistance to help it last for years without tarnishing.

 

I received a beautiful Heart Photo Pendant/Charm with Diamond Cut Edge that I designed for a special friend of mine. Check out this video showing details:
 
 


Order Options:

100% Lifetime Guaranteed

The permanent photo laser process will allow you to wear your jewelry at all times and is guaranteed to be water & scratch proof.

Engrave a message that will last a lifetime & always be crystal clear just like the day you got it.

 

You can add any of our stylish chains to your order in one click!

 

Free Gift Box included 

 

 

GIVEAWAY!
 

 

 

 

One winner will receive a Sterling Silver Heart Photo Pendant with Diamond Cut Edge and 18 Inch Sterling Silver Singapore Chain. The Sterling Silver Heart Photo Pendant is valued at $87.90. Open to US residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 12.25.22. See below for terms and conditions.

 
 

 

All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. Any person who has won a prize (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by this Sponsor in the past thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public.

The winner will be chosen randomly through Sweep Widget and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and other participating bloggers are not responsible for the prize shipment.

 

 
 
 
 

Family Adventure GUARDIANS OF TIME Coming to Digital and DVD

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We got Family Adventure GUARDIANS OF TIME free in exchange for an honest post all opinions are our own

 

SYNOPSIS
What if you entered a world full of magic and mystery — but couldn’t get back home? When Sybil, her kid sister Alex, and two cousins discover a magical book in the family manor, it opens a hidden door into the forest of Keoherus. As the powerful Warriors Four, the girls must now locate secret temples and solve intricate puzzles to gather crystals that will allow them to control time. But when Alex is captured by an evil force, they must rescue her and find a way home — or stay trapped in Keoherus forever.

Nintendo Holiday Deals

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Nintendo has announced their holiday shopping deals, along with a dedicated Holiday Gift Guide website – https://www.nintendo.com/store/holiday-gifts/.

Top items include a bundle that includes the Nintendo Switch console + Mario Kart 8: Deluxe + a 3-month subscription to Nintendo Switch Online for $299.99.

Some of the most popular titles for Nintendo Switch will be $20 off from Nov 20-Nov 27 including Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Mario Party Superstars and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. A variety of digital deals will also be available for Black Friday in Nintendo eShop. The Full list of deals can be found here: https://www.nintendo.com/holiday/deals/.

 

A variety of digital deals will also be available for Black Friday in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch. Details about promotion timing and featured games will be announced at a later date.

“This holiday season, we want to give even more families the opportunity to get together and experience everything the Nintendo Switch system has to offer,” said Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser. “Our Black Friday Nintendo Switch bundle and deals on games make this the perfect season for families looking to connect and spend quality time together.”

Families can also discover even more gameplay options with the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. This paid membership offers the same great features as the Nintendo Switch Online membership, including online play, save data cloud and a library of NES and Super NES games, with the addition of classic Nintendo 64 and SEGA Genesis games and access to select downloadable content, like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass, Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion and Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise, at no additional cost.

Outside of this year’s Black Friday specials, Nintendo has plenty of other gift ideas for holiday shoppers to consider. This includes the Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system, which has a similar overall size to the Nintendo Switch system, but with a larger, vibrant 7-inch OLED screen, a wide adjustable stand for tabletop mode, a dock with a wired LAN port (LAN cable sold separately), 64GB of internal storage, and enhanced audio for handheld and tabletop play (suggested retail price $349.99). Just like Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch – OLED Model allows players to play on the TV and share the detachable Joy-Con controllers for right-out-of-the-box multiplayer fun. Plus, the system can be taken on the go to enjoy its play-anywhere versatility. For gamers on the go, there’s also Nintendo Switch Lite, a compact and lightweight handheld system with built-in controllers for those who prefer to take their adventures with them (suggested retail price $199.99).

Recently launched games like Splatoon 3, Nintendo Switch Sports and Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope are also currently available, with upcoming games Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet launching exclusively for Nintendo Switch on Nov. 18.

Visit the Nintendo Holiday Gift Guide to learn more about what Nintendo has to offer this holiday season at https://www.nintendo.com/store/holiday-gifts/. You can also visit Nintendo.com to find these Black Friday offerings and participating retailers, as well as ongoing and upcoming deals on digital titles at https://www.nintendo.com/holiday/deals/.

Remember that Nintendo Switch features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other features, visit https://www.nintendo.com/switch/.

* Included Nintendo Switch Online membership will auto-renew at the end of three months at the then-current price.

** Value based on purchasing items individually.

*** Savings based on suggested retail price. Actual savings may vary.

9 Ways to Encourage Healthy Eating Habits

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One of the most important things we can do for our health is to develop healthy eating habits. Unfortunately, this is something that many of us struggle with. There are a lot of different factors that contribute to unhealthy eating habits, from busy schedules to convenience foods. This blog post will discuss ways that you can encourage healthy eating habits in your family!

 

1: Adjust your approach.

One of the reasons why some families struggle with healthy eating is because they have a negative view of it. If you want your family to develop healthy eating habits, you need to adjust your approach. Instead of thinking of healthy eating as a punishment or a chore, think of it as an opportunity to improve your health and enjoy delicious food!

 

2: Make mealtime fun.

Another way to encourage healthy eating habits is to make mealtime fun! This can be done in a variety of ways, such as playing music during dinner, making meals interactive (e.g., having a build-your-own salad bar), or involving kids in the cooking process.

 

Make your salads tastier with this recipe for lemon juice vinaigrette!

 

3: Offer healthy options.

It’s important to offer healthy options at meal times, as this makes it more likely that your family will eat them. Having said that, don’t force anyone to eat something they don’t want to – just make sure that healthy options are available.

 

4: Be a good role model.

If you want your family to develop healthy eating habits, you need to be a good role model yourself! Eat the foods you want your family to eat, and avoid unhealthy foods in front of them.

 

5: Teach kids about nutrition.

One way to encourage healthy eating habits is to teach kids about nutrition. This can be done in a variety of ways, such as reading books about healthy eating together or discussing the benefits of healthy.

 

6: Get kids involved in the kitchen.

Another way to encourage healthy eating is to get kids involved in the kitchen. This can help them learn about healthy foods and how to cook them. It also helps them develop a positive attitude towards food and meal times.

 

7: Take turns cooking.

 

 

 

If you’re struggling to find the time to cook healthy meals, why not take turns with other members of your family? This way, everyone has a chance to contribute to meal times, and you’ll all get a break from cooking occasionally!

 

8: Check out healthy cookbooks.

If you’re looking for inspiration for healthy meals, why not check out some healthy cookbooks? There are plenty of great options available, so you’re sure to find something that your family will enjoy.

 

9: Plan ahead.

One way to make sure that you have time to cook healthy meals is to plan ahead. This can be done by batch cooking or Meal Planning. Batch cooking is where you cook a large quantity of food at once and then freeze it in individual portions. This means that you always have ready-made meals on hand, which can save a lot of time and effort!

 

Encouraging healthy eating habits in your family is important for a number of reasons. It can be a challenge, but there are a number of things you can do to make it easier. By making healthy eating fun, offering healthy options, and being a good role model yourself, you’re more likely to succeed!

 

New Pokémon Trading Card Game: Crown Zenith Expansion Introduces Special Illustrations Including Galarian Gallery Subset

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The Pokémon Company International announced a new special expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), Crown Zenith, releasing worldwide beginning January 20, 2023.

The Pokémon TCG: Crown Zenith expansion will introduce a multitude of new art styles and unique illustrations, with an emphasis on alternate art cards, including the first-ever special art Pokémon VSTAR.

Crown Zenith will also introduce a Galarian Gallery subset of 70 cards highlighting regular Pokémon, Pokémon V, Pokémon VMAX, Pokémon VSTAR and Supporter cards with special illustrations that showcase the uniqueness of each featured Pokémon and character. Fans can look forward to discovering Mewtwo VSTAR, Darkrai VSTAR and Hisuian Zoroark VSTAR in the Galarian Gallery.

In addition, with a new linked illustration feature, Trainers will also have the chance to collect and connect nine different Galarian Gallery cards to reveal a larger image.

Noteworthy cards from the expansion include:

  • 17 Pokémon V
  • Five Pokémon VMAX
  • Eight Pokémon VSTAR including Zacian VSTAR and Zamazenta VSTAR
  • Three Radiant Pokémon featuring Shiny Charizard, Shiny Charjabug and Shiny Eternatus

Cards from Crown Zenith will be available in the following products:

  • Crown Zenith Elite Trainer Box (available January 20, 2023): Includes 10 Crown Zenith booster packs, one special art card featuring Lucario VSTAR and various gameplay accessories
  • Crown Zenith Collection—Regieleki V or Regidrago V (available January 20, 2023): Includes four Crown Zenith booster packs, one promo card and oversize card featuring Regieleki V or Regidrago V and one non-V foil promo card
  • Crown Zenith Mini Tins (available February 17, 2023): Includes two Crown Zenith booster packs and one sticker sheet
  • Crown Zenith Special Collection—Pikachu VMAX (available February 17, 2023): Includes five Crown Zenith booster packs, one etched promo card and one oversize promo card featuring Pikachu VMAX and one foil promo card featuring Pikachu V
  • Crown Zenith Tins (available March 17, 2023): Includes five Crown Zenith booster packs and one full art promo card featuring Galarian Articuno, Galarian Zapdos or Galarian Moltres
  • Crown Zenith Pin Collection—Rillaboom, Cinderace or Inteleon (available April 14, 2023): Includes three Crown Zenith booster packs; one promo card featuring Rillaboom, Cinderace or Inteleon; and one corresponding pin
  • Crown Zenith Premium Playmat Collection—Morpeko V-UNION (available April 14, 2023): Includes five Crown Zenith booster packs, four Morpeko V-UNION cards, one Professor Burnet card, one playmat and one oversize card
  • Crown Zenith Premium Figure Collection—Shiny Zacian or Shiny Zamazenta (available May 5, 2023): Includes 11 Crown Zenith booster packs; one etched promo card featuring either Shiny Zacian V or Shiny Zamazenta V; one corresponding Shiny figure and a Shiny pin; and one set of card sleeves

Giveaway Maker’s Guide to Cricut

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Holidays are near and I’m sure many of you will want to make special gifts for your loved ones, friends and maybe even to sell and make a little extra cash.

Cricut electric cutting machines have made it easy for anyone to make adorable, one-of-a-kind creations in their own home. In The Maker’s Guide to Cricut: Easy Projects for Creating Fabulous Home Decor, Wearables, and Gifts [9781681988337; $24.95; Rocky Nook; November 2022], author and crafting expert Megan Meketa shares her tips and tricks for making colorful, eye-catching projects that make every day a celebration. 

Enter to win a copy below.

The Maker’s Guide to Cricut details all the information you’ll need to get started, including a guide on Design Space software and Cricut models (Maker, Explore Series, Joy, and EasyPresses); essential tools and materials (adhesive vinyl, iron-on, felt, cardstock, acetate, leather, etc.); ideas, pro tips, and instructions for a variety of cake toppers, banners, party favor bags, stickers, stencils for pastry decorating, and thoughtful gifts; creative wearables and home decor projects, such as leather earrings, custom tote bags, etched glass, stenciled signs, and so much more.

With 28 projects, each tutorial has full-color images, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, and creative tips and tricks if you want to “make it extra” and elevate your projects even further.

“This book was written as ‘the book I wish I had when I started using a Cricut,’” Meketa said. “Each project has been designed with the intention that you could pick up this book and create a beautiful work of heart no matter your skill level or experience. The ‘Pro Tips’ found throughout these pages come from my own trials and errors of crafting. My goal is to share with you the things I have learned along the way. I’d love to see what you create, so feel free to tag me on social media or strike up a conversation with me on Instagram!”

Whether you’re a brand new owner of a Cricut and not sure where to start or a seasoned pro, this book is the ultimate inspiration to create stunning projects.

GIVEAWAY 

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One winner will receive Maker’s Guide to Cricut (RV $24.95) Open to US 18 and older

 

All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. Any person who has won a prize (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the past thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public.


The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place, Tabby’s Pantry, and The Review Wire are not responsible for the shipment of the prize. Ends 11.14.22

An Overview of Just Sold Postcards

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If you’re a good estate agent, you know that acquiring new listings is vital. More listings that you can have, the more profits you could earn. One method to get new listings is to send out postcards.

 

Just sold postcards inform potential customers that you recently sold a home in the area they live in and that they should contact you if they’re interested in putting their house on the market.

 

What is a Just-sold Postcard?

 

These are one of the types of direct-mail marketing real estate agents utilize to get leads. The principle is simple and the agent will send postcards to all people living in a particular geographic area when they have successfully closed the sale in that region.

 

The goal is that people who receive them will be so impressed by the agent’s achievements that they’ll decide to market their home. These cards can be a successful marketing tool but must be done with caution.

 

How Can These Benefit Real Estate Brokers Obtain New Listings?

 

  1. Aid Brokers by Building Credibility

Establishing credibility with prospective clients isn’t easy when you’re a novice property broker. For one thing, what’s the reason someone would offer their house to you in the first place if they know nothing about you?

 

They can aid this problem by showing prospective buyers that you’ve sold properties previously. Additionally, it can increase trust and build confidence, which is crucial when trying to get new listings.

 

  1. Assist Agents by Generating Leads

Postcards are an excellent way to get leads. If potential customers look at your recently sold postcard and are interested, they might be interested in listing their house with you.

Even though just a tiny percentage of those who receive your newly sold postcard turn into leads, it could still be a profitable marketing method.

 

  1. Postcards Aid Estate Agents Stay at the Top

When potential buyers consider selling their home, They may not immediately consider your company. However, if they’ve been a recipient of your postcards, you’ll be in their minds when they decide to sell their house. Thus the targeted audiences know your name.

 

  1. Helps Real Estate Agents by Providing an Easy Method to Stay in Contact

It isn’t easy to keep in touch with prospective customers, particularly those who aren’t ready to market their properties. It is a great way to communicate to keep the name of your business visible to them. You can also include an individual note on the card to express your opinion about them.

 

  1. Postcards Aid Real Estate Agents by Giving Them an Advantage over Their Competitors

You’re already ahead of your competitors if you mail postcards. This is because many real estate agents do not employ this marketing method. With postcards, you can find new listings and expand your business.

 

Conclusion

Just Sold Postcards are an excellent method for real estate agents to keep in touch with their past and potential clients. By sharing recent sales information, agents can prove they’re aware of the current market trends and actively help their clients purchase or sell a property.

 

Additionally, those can also be an excellent way to create new leads. By putting a call to action on the card, agents can solicit recipients to get in touch with them to find out more about selling or buying homes.

 

It is advised to take help from a professional while designing these cards for the best experience. Brokers can even see the latest property turnover rates with the help of professional Mailing List Pro equipment. Do ample research and see what works best for you and your team.

Tips And Tricks To Make Cooking An Enjoyable Experience

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Cooking is an essential life skill that everyone should know. Not only is it a great way to save money on food, but it’s also a fun and rewarding way to spend time with your friends and family. Here are a few tips and tricks to make cooking an enjoyable experience for everyone.

 

Ensure You Have All The Ingredients Before You Start Cooking

 

This may seem like an obvious tip, but it’s one that is often overlooked. Nothing is worse than getting halfway through a dish only to realize you’re missing an essential ingredient. To avoid this, check your recipe and ensure you have all the necessary ingredients on hand before you start cooking.

 

Doing this will make you less likely to make a mistake that could ruin your dish. This will also help make it an enjoyable experience rather than a frustrating one by stopping in the middle to run to the store for a missing ingredient.

 

Follow The Recipe To The Letter

 

Another important tip for cooking is to follow the recipe to the letter. This may seem like a no-brainer, but it’s easy to get tempted to improvise when you’re in the kitchen. While there’s nothing wrong with being creative if you’re new to cooking, stick to the recipe until you get a feel for how the dish should turn out. 

 

Then, once you’ve made it a few times and have a better understanding of the ingredients and how they work together, you can start to experiment with different variations.

 

 

Ensure You Have The Right Tools For The Job

 

Another common mistake that people make when cooking is not having the right tools for the job. This can often lead to subpar results or even dangerous situations. Having the proper OXO tools for cooking can make all the difference in the world, so be sure to invest in the right items for your kitchen.

 

One important tool for any kitchen is a good set of knives. Not only do you need a sharp knife for chopping and slicing, but you also need a safe knife that is comfortable to hold and won’t slip in your hand. A good set of knives will last you years, so it’s worth the investment.

 

Take Your Time

 

Rushing through the cooking process is a surefire way to end up with a disaster. Not only will this likely result in an inferior dish, but it can also be dangerous. If you’re new to cooking, it’s best to take your time and follow the recipe to the letter. This will help you to avoid making mistakes that could ruin your dish.

 

You can find ways to make the time go by faster by listening to music or watching a show while you cook. This will help to make the experience more enjoyable and can even help to improve the quality of your dish.

 

These are just a few tips and tricks to make cooking an enjoyable experience for everyone. By following these simple tips, you’ll surely have a great time in the kitchen and produce delicious dishes that your friends and family will love.

Fire Safety Tips for Your Home

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There is nothing worse than the tragedy of a fire ripping through a home, and since most fires are started by accident, it is essential that you have a means of escape and a plan in place just in case this tragedy does occur. 

 

In 2019, 1,291,500 house fires in the US led to many deaths and billions of dollars of damage. 

 

So what can you put in place as your fire safety protocols to help prevent the possibility of a fire within your home? 

 

 

Windows 

An evacuation plan is one of the most critical parts of fire safety. Know where the escape routes are within your home – or plan with a window specialist to have some implemented. Here is a great place to start with looking into window replacement. 

 

Try to ensure that any rooms in the home are open, as windows are the main point of evacuation for those who aren’t on the home’s ground floor. 

 

Ensure that windows intended for fire escape routes are clear and that the key is within easy reach. 

 

Fire extinguishers 

Reducing the spread of a fire can save lives, and the most important way you can do that is by using fire extinguishers. Fires can quickly get out of control but can be dampened while people escape. Proper use of fire extinguishers is something you should learn when you buy them, and it is a good idea to have one on each level. 

 

Ensure that your fire extinguisher is updated and that you know how to use it. There are online videos and training available from fire stations to ensure you know how to use them if you need to. 

 

Smoke alarms

The FEMA has stated that 51% of the deaths caused by home fires are when people are sleeping. This indicates that there are no working smoke alarms to wake people up. Each corridor and bedroom in the home should have a fire extinguisher installed and regularly tested. 

 

Wiring 

If you have an older home, you might be at a higher risk of fires. Old wiring isn’t up to newer codes, and things like aluminum wiring, lack of ground wires, and deteriorated wire insulation can all cause fires. 

 

Call a local electrician to check over your wiring and ensure that nothing is overloaded or in a dangerous condition. 

 

Children

Some fires are caused by inquisitive children who manage to get hold of matches or lighters and play with them. Make sure that your children are educated on the dangers of fire and how much damage playing with lighters and damage can do. 

 

Where possible, ensure your own has the safety on so that the nobs can’t be twiddled and the gas doesn’t leak into the home. 

 

Smoking 

Many fires are started by a cigarette that hasn’t been put out correctly or has fallen on the floor. Never leave a cigarette unattended, and make sure you use large deep ashtrays that are less likely to let a cigarette fall out of it. Ensure that you put the cigarette out properly, smoke outside, and put butts into a bucket of water. 

 

Dryer

A massive 90% of appliance fires are caused by dryers that have not been cleaned regularly. The dry lint of clothing piles up; this can be in the back and/or front of your dryer. The lint is very flammable, and if the dryer’s ventilation is reduced, a fire can happen. Another reason that dryers can catch fire is if things like rubber, plastic, and foam are put in them and overload the machine. 

 

Cooking 

Oil fires are one of the most common kitchen fires, and how you deal with them can change the outcome. Turning the heat off and putting the lid on the pan as quickly as possible will mean that the fire has no oxygen to help it grow in size. 

 

Plan 

Accidents happen, which could mean that they will happen to you. Plan how you will escape from a fire should it occur. Who will get the children, and which window should people go to? Where are the possible exits, and what can be used to slow the spread of the fire?

 

What makes the plan work is that it is practiced. So no matter where people are in the house, they practice by heading to the window or door they would use to escape. 

 

Here are a couple of different ways that you can improve the safety of your home: ‘Investing In Your Home To Improve Its Safety’ – Tabby’s Pantry.