Stacking Massive snow banks with the Compact loader by Stanley "Dirt Monkey" Genadek

Stacking Massive snow banks with the Compact loader
Never ending snow has left us with Giant snow banks everywhere. Before the next blizzard hits we are going to go out and try to make room for even more snow. Our accounts are not paying to haul it away so we do the next best thing- Stack it sky high.

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Newest heavy equipment & Power tools at the World of Concrete 2019 sponsored by Makita by Stanley "Dirt Monkey" Genadek

Newest heavy equipment & Power tools at the World of Concrete 2019 sponsored by Makita
Makita Tools sponsored the latest & Greatest Heavy equipment at the World of Concrete including Cat, Kubota, John Deere, Volvo and a lot more. Heres the best prices on Some of my favorite Amazon tools: Dewalt concrete saw: https://amzn.to/2FsxsNE Fiskars axe: https://amzn.to/2DIsieP Gear wrench Speaker: https://amzn.to/2Lbhl6l Makita Power shaft Multitool: https://amzn.to/2DroIowShock strap: https://amzn.to/2KoEAth Milwaukee heated coat: https://amzn.to/2r164fr Buy 12 blades get a free concrete saw here: https://bladesdirect.net/dirtmonkey/ 10% off Kujo shoes here: http://www.kujoyardwear.com/?promo=10dirtmonkey Diablo Metal cutting blade: https://amzn.to/2Kan8bE ISO tunes http://ISOtunesAudio.com?rfsn=1826204.613aa5 Milwaukee tools Air Compressor https://amzn.to/2EfYCoP Winter equipment-Best cutting edge ever: http://winterequipment.com/shop/contractor/v-plow-system?referral=dm Igloo trailmate: https://amzn.to/2UBVYPW Ego snow blower: https://amzn.to/2C62ya4 Crescent wrench pass through socket set: https://amzn.to/2EjfLh8 Milwaukee packout: https://amzn.to/2EfXhy8 Striker trilight: https://amzn.to/2Pxehln Bosch impact set: https://amzn.to/2LdNb28 3m work tunes: https://amzn.to/2Ee9t2w Makita Chainsaw: https://amzn.to/2PyDEmU Dewalt mitre saw: https://amzn.to/2QMndrU DirtMonkey thermals https://shopdirtmonkeyu.secure-decoration.com/shop/view_product/WAFFLE-THERMAL?n=10620117 DirtMonkey hats https://www.dirtmonkeyu.com/p/Gear

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Ponden Hall: The House That Inspired “Wuthering Heights” For Sale

I’ve always been fascinated by the Brontë sisters and their novels, so I was excited to learn about Ponden Hall and its connection to them. Charlotte, Emily, and Anne lived near this grand home, and it’s said to have been the inspiration for the houses in both Emily’s Wuthering Heights and Anne’s The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.  When current […]

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My Skincare Tools & Gadgets Collection (2019) by Rachel Talbott

My Skincare Tools & Gadgets Collection (2019)
I've always enjoyed experimenting with skincare gadgets and tools to see what really works. I giving myself at home facials, and these are the tools I've kept and love! Some of them are similar, and I don't use them all together. Hope you enjoy! Clarisonic Profile http://www.Clarisonic.com PMD Cleansing Tool https://amzn.to/2WpyMV7 Facial Steamer https://amzn.to/2us8y8m Tatcha Dewy Skin Mist Soprano Labs Calming Facial Oil Jade Roller https://bit.ly/2FyRyUj Beauty Globes https://amzn.to/2JFdmC1 Jade Gua Sha https://amzn.to/2CxVovd https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bc12OTFzua0 Uplifting radiance roller https://amzn.to/2WoxcD6 LED Mask https://amzn.to/2WkC4cc ♥MY WEBSITE: http://www.racheltalbott.com ♥MY SHOP: http://www.PacificThyme.com/ ♥TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/racheltalbott ♥INSTAGRAM: http://followgram.me/racheltalbott ♥MY PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/racheltalbott/ ♥MUSIC CHANNEL: http://www.youtube.com/user/SingingProudAndLoud ♥VLOG CHANNEL: http://www.youtube.com/user/RachelTalbott ♥HUBBYS COOKING CHANNEL: http://www.youtube.com/ByronTalbott ♥FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.talbott ♥MAILING ADDRESS: 18653 Ventura Blvd., #655, Tarzana, CA 91356 * DISCLAIMER: The opinions expressed are true &my own. I link affiliate links to make it easier for you to find the exact products I mention.....and... I LOVE YOU!!!! =) Thank you for supporting what I do!! ♥♥♥ THIS IS NOT A SPONSORED VIDEO

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1700 gallon fish tank tour PLUS One of the Rarest fish in the world by Stanley "Dirt Monkey" Genadek

1700 gallon fish tank tour PLUS One of the Rarest fish in the world
I built a Giant aquarium (over 15 feet long) in my house. Then stocked it with the rarest fish I could find. I accidentally stumbled across possibly the rarest fish in the world. A translucent gar. A similar(but slightly different) fish sold in japan for over $250,000 . This is the only one in existence today. You can actually see through its body into its skeleton. I also have black diamond stingrays, boesemani rays, Golden gars and one giant UGLY snow alligator gar-Ok I actually like him -he looks like a baby dolphin.

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13 Best Family Vacation Destinations

I remember every trip I’ve ever taken with my family growing up. The Oregon Coast, Disneyland, Mount Rushmore—not only do I remember them, but my four siblings and I have countless stories and inside jokes that we laugh about when we’re together.

We talk about seeing the ocean for the first time and jumping up and down screaming, unable to contain our excitement as each wave crashed upon the shore. We laugh about one 12-hour road trip when my youngest brother had the smallest bladder ever. It seemed like we pulled over every fifteen minutes for him. One impromptu potty break on the side of the road in Oregon deposited us right in front of an abundant blackberry patch and we all jumped out and gathered as many fat, juicy blackberries as we could fit in the gathered fronts of our t-shirts.

Don’t be fooled—we fought on those family vacations too. I’m sure my parents wanted to leave us at a gas station or two along the way. We got lost on a few occasions, tensions growing as my mom tried to navigate my dad through L.A. traffic with an enormous fold-out map. But now that we’re all grown, those are the times that we all look back on. Those family vacations are what we treasure and the time we spent together exploring new places created a family bond that only grew stronger with each trip.

If you’re looking to create special memories with your family, here are some of the best family-friendly travel destinations that your crew will never forget.

The 12 Best Family Vacation Destinations

1. Southern California

There’s no escaping the fact that Southern California is a place where magic happens. It’s the home of Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, several professional sports teams (the L.A. Dodgers, the Los Angeles Angels, Oakland A’s, San Diego Padres, Los Angeles Rams, etc.),  and some of the best beaches on the West Coast. You can head down to San Diego and visit Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, and Balboa Park.

2. The Oregon Coast

I would, and have argued that the Oregon Coast is even better than Disneyland. The reason? There are many, including the astounding natural beauty and opportunity for exploration. The Oregon Coast is a more mellow family vacation, with a go-at-your-own-pace approach. You can start at the top and work your way down, finding inexpensive hotels along the way. There are lighthouses, whale-spotting, tide pools, sand dunes, and the freshest seafood you can imagine. Each town along the way is charming and worth a stop.

3. Hawaii

While the Oregon Coast is incredible, it is on the cooler side. If you want a family vacation that is warm, incredibly fun, and surrounded by natural beauty, Hawaii is the place. I would take my four kids there in a second. Oahu is home to Honolulu, the Polynesian Cultural Center, Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, and more. Maui is a top hot-spot for good reason. Check out all of these Maui musts.

4. Orlando

Similar to Anaheim, Orlando, Florida is the family mecca of the East Coast. Families could easily spend a week or more in Orlando playing at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, Sea World Orlando, and the beach. You’ll find plenty of golf in Orlando and surrounding areas and can even take a day trip to the Kennedy Space Center near Cape Canaveral, or spend a few days in one of my favorite places in the world, St. Augustine, Florida.

5. Cabo San Lucas

Located on the Southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula, Cabo San Lucas is a great place for a family vacation. It’s warm, relaxing, and surrounded by beautiful beaches for the kids to play on. Make sure to bring snorkel gear as there are schools of tropical fish to see. You can get crazy-good deals on four and five-star resorts in Cabo San Lucas for over 50% off through wholesale travel. Check out this deal below for seven days in Cabo!

Wholesale travel is awesome! It’s a membership club that gives you access to all kinds of travel for wholesale prices. You can try it out with a free buddy pass and get half of the savings, or buy a membership ($50 one-time fee and $25 a month) to have full access to all wholesale prices that the general public doesn’t have access to.

6. Yosemite National Park

If your family enjoys being outdoors, Yosemite National Park is one incredible playground. Home of the famous El Capitan (the most sheer rock-climbing surface in North America), you can see rock climbers scale this impressive face. There are several lodging options in Yosemite from camping to bed and breakfasts. And as far as things to do, check out all of the must-sees in Yosemite, including bike trails, tours, and hikes.

7. Hershey, Pennsylvania

The East Coast may not have a Disney theme park, but it’s got something even sweeter: Hershey, Pennsylvania, home of the famous Hershey chocolate company. Many visitors report that the town even smells like chocolate. It’s a great place to take your family. You’ll enjoy Hersheypark, a fun theme park with 14 roller coasters and 70 attractions. You can hit up the boardwalk there and take in the total sensory experience. The town of Hershey also has great dining, shopping, golf, concerts, a hockey team, and Hershey Gardens. Plenty of things to see and do.

8. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

The beach will always be one of the most fun and memorable places for a child. If you want to make some fun beach memories, head to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The beach vibe here is fun and energetic. It’s great for families and you’ll love visiting the many piers along the beach for lunch or ice cream. Make sure to hit up Barefoot Landing and Broadway on the Beach for amazing shopping and dining. Kids will love the Broadway Grand Prix family race park where you can go-kart and sky coaster. And if you want an even richer experience, take a day trip to Charleston where you’ll feel like you just stepped back a hundred years to the charming South.

9. Destin, Florida

It’s no secret that we love Destin, Florida. It’s one of those incredibly beautiful, relaxing beach vacations that you can do with the whole family, your girlfriends, or your significant other. The white sand beaches are pristine and Destin has a very clean, resort feel. Considered part of Florida’s Emerald Coast, Destin is such a family-friendly place where you can go snorkeling, play on the beach, shop, and schedule time away from the kids at one of the amazing spas there. Check out the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park where kids can get up close and personal with bottlenose dolphins and tropical birds.

10. Zion National Park

Outdoor-loving families will love Zion National Park in Southern Utah. The gorgeous red rocks are one of a kind and incredible arches and rock formations dot your path along the many hiking and biking paths. Kids can easily hike the Emerald Pools, a simple 3-mile round-trip hike with a gradual slope suitable for strollers and wheelchairs (with some assistance). The trail leads to majestic waterfalls and sparkling pools. In the spring and fall, the weather is around 70 degrees and the perfect time for visiting the park. Summers get extremely hot, so plan on hiking in the morning.

11. Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Right in the heart of the Smoky Mountains rests Galtlinburg, Tennessee, a beautiful city that’s rich in rustic history. You can visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and hike any of the 150 mountain trails or take a scenic drive through any of its 500,000 acres. The views are astounding and you’ll see waterfalls, untouched back country, and even some mountain wildlife. After enjoying the natural wonders, head into Gatlinburg where you’ll find Ober Gatlinburg, a combined ski resort and amusement park. Make sure to visit Westgate Wild Bear Falls, a huge indoor waterpark, and Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies.

12. The Grand Canyon National Park

There are a few natural wonders you absolutely owe it to yourself to see in your lifetime and the Grand Canyon is one of them. Grand Canyon National Park is located in Northern Arizona and is a geological phenomenon. Standing on the precipice of a canyon that is 277 miles long, 18 miles wide and over 6,000 feet deep will make anyone feel small. Once there, all of the trails are free to hike and you can stick to the North Rim and see the incredible sights above or take the 10-mile, definitely worthwhile trek to Havasu Falls. Here’s a great guide of the best things to do while you’re at the Grand Canyon.

13. Yellowstone National Park

I remember visiting Yellowstone National Park as a kid and seeing Old Faithful erupt. It was cool, but I definitely didn’t appreciate the insurmountable wonder of Yellowstone National Park until I was an adult. Definitely plan for two to three days to see the park; it is immense. One full day of driving will get you through the park at a rushed pace and you most likely won’t see it all. Plus, you have to account for the inevitable traffic jam due to buffalo. No joke, we’ve been held up for an hour waiting for an unconcerned herd to get out of the road. While at Yellowstone, make sure to see these five things. And if you can get tickets to the Playmill Theatre in advance, it’s one of my favorite things to do there.

Make Sure To Get Your Hotels at Wholesale Price

Family travel gets expensive. Make sure you’re not over-paying for hotels and travel excursions by using Wholesale Travel. Never heard of it? Here’s all the info you need to know about Wholesale Travel!

When you think the drive is too long, or the expense too much, just remember that every ounce of time, money, and energy you put into your family vacations is 100% worth it. Not only are you creating lasting memories, but stronger family bonds. Your children will remember those times and talk about them for years and years down the road, and that is priceless.

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The Best Travel Shoes: Cute and Comfortable

We are excited to partner with Hotter Shoes on this post. We’ve worn their shoes on many trips and they are awesome! 

A few days ago my sisters and I had an interesting conversation. The topic: Aside from the major things like family and faith, what are the top 5 things that make you happy?

Our answers varied from music to chocolate, but one of the most common recurring answers was this—travel.

There’s something about experiencing new places that we all love. Traveling is the chance to be a kid again—to experience excitement and very little responsibility. It’s fun, and thrilling, and often a much-needed break from daily life. No matter who you travel with–your girlfriends, your spouse, or your family—we all deserve to travel as much and as comfortably as possible.

The Best Travel Shoes

I travel quite a bit and people are always asking for my recommendations on the best travel shoes. Time and again, I rave about Hotter Shoes. I trekked 12 miles in one day in San Francisco in my Hotter shoes and plan on packing these pretty new releases on my next European trip.

They are the most comfortable shoe I have ever owned and are the only brand I would trust my feet in on every single trip. If you’re going anywhere that involves a lot of walking, I promise you, you will love Hotter Shoes.

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Made in a Comfort Lab

Hotter Shoes are different from any other shoe I know because they are specially made in a comfort lab. Every pair is made in a production facility in England–one of the most advanced facilities in the world–and are tested for ultimate performance and comfort.

Bright New Releases!

I am thrilled about this season’s new releases from Hotter. You guys—these shoes are fun, feminine, and so, so comfortable! Here are a few of my favorites:

The Tourist Sandal in Coral:  Ladies, I love this shoe so much; it just screams summer! They’re my favorite new sandal and are insanely comfortable. They are the perfect shoe to pack for your summer trips—think amusement parks, shopping, or sightseeing around a new city.

It comes in six fun colors.

The Daisy shoe in Iridescent: Every woman needs a bangarang slip on sneaker and this is one that  I would wear every single day. It’s like slipping your foot into a pillow. It’s not often that you find a shoe that is a double threat: cute and comfortable.

Get it in five colors (which will be excruciatingly hard to choose from).

Check out all the other great spring and summer styles from Hotter. They’re shoes for every woman in every phase of life.

As a crazy-busy mom who’s on her feet all day long, I rely on my Hotter shoes to get me through. (And juggling four kids and a hectic life is exactly why I need a vacation every one and a while!)

Hotter Promos You Don’t Want To Miss

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So if you’re searching for the best travel shoes, check out Hotter Shoes. They’re the most comfortable shoe I’ve ever traveled with and I’ll continue packing them on every adventure I go on.

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Giant Snowblower mounted on a loader at work in a snow dump by Stanley "Dirt Monkey" Genadek

Giant Snowblower mounted on a loader at work in a snow dump
I was driving by the snow dump when I spotted a monstrous snowblower mounted on a loader at work blowing snow. I've never seen anything like this. The wheel barrow in this video: https://amzn.to/2Hpfr1W Heres the best prices on Some of my favorite Amazon tools: Dewalt concrete saw: https://amzn.to/2FsxsNE Fiskars axe: https://amzn.to/2DIsieP Gear wrench Speaker: https://amzn.to/2Lbhl6l Makita Power shaft Multitool: https://amzn.to/2DroIowShock strap: https://amzn.to/2KoEAth Milwaukee heated coat: https://amzn.to/2r164fr Buy 12 blades get a free concrete saw here: https://bladesdirect.net/dirtmonkey/ 10% off Kujo shoes here: http://www.kujoyardwear.com/?promo=10dirtmonkey Diablo Metal cutting blade: https://amzn.to/2Kan8bE ISO tunes http://ISOtunesAudio.com?rfsn=1826204.613aa5 Milwaukee tools Air Compressor https://amzn.to/2EfYCoP Winter equipment-Best cutting edge ever: http://winterequipment.com/shop/contractor/v-plow-system?referral=dm Igloo trailmate: https://amzn.to/2UBVYPW Ego snow blower: https://amzn.to/2C62ya4 Crescent wrench pass through socket set: https://amzn.to/2EjfLh8 Milwaukee packout: https://amzn.to/2EfXhy8 Striker trilight: https://amzn.to/2Pxehln Bosch impact set: https://amzn.to/2LdNb28 3m work tunes: https://amzn.to/2Ee9t2w Makita Chainsaw: https://amzn.to/2PyDEmU Dewalt mitre saw: https://amzn.to/2QMndrU DirtMonkey thermals https://shopdirtmonkeyu.secure-decoration.com/shop/view_product/WAFFLE-THERMAL?n=10620117 DirtMonkey hats https://www.dirtmonkeyu.com/p/Gear

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Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt

Making glow in the dark Easter eggs is such a fun twist on an average Easter egg hunt. Today I’m going to show you two different ways for how to make glow in the dark...

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25 of the Best April Fools Jokes to Play On Your Kids

25 of the Best April Fools Jokes to Play On Your Kids

25 of the best April Fools jokes to play on your kids are compiled within this post because my kids are always trying to show me up for April Fools Day! This time I am ready to have the upper hand and I’m armed with some of the best April Fools jokes to play on your kids that I found from around the web.  Are you looking for some fun tricks to play on your kiddos?  If so, here are some that are sure to put a smile on everyone’s face!  Oh and if you want some other kid friendly joke ideas check the list our good friend Holly has over on Kids Activities Blog.

April Fools Jokes to Play On Your Kids

1.  Would your kids be a little shocked to get this “corn on the cob” for dinner?

2. Do your kids like caramel covered apples?  Serve them up these instead!

3. Set their clocks ahead an hour.  My kids would panic at the thought of being so late!

4. My kids love sandwiches for their school lunch, but I wonder if they would dare eat these?!

5. Surprise your kids and serve them a cake for dinner!

 6.  Make your kids think that their feet grew overnight by putting toilet paper in their shoes.

7. Freeze their favorite breakfast cereal then add a small amount of cereal and milk on top.

 8. What seems like a  sunny side up “egg”  is really yogurt and peaches 

 9. Glue some coins to the sidewalk and then see how long they try to pry them loose.

10. How about switching out one snack for another!  Too sneaky!

 11. I am totally doing this to my 7-year-old!  This will have him guessing how I got the milk to change colors!

12. Make them think that they are being watched every time they open up the refrigerator.

 13.  While it may look like they are having a hamburger and fries for dinner, they will actually be having dessert!

14.  Taped light switch– My kids LOVE this one yet they seem to forget I do it every year!  Just tape it down so they can’t turn the light on.

15. This will make soaping up in the shower interesting!

 16. Another breakfast joke sure to get a laugh is this very tiny breakfast!

 

 17.  Create an undrinkable drink.  Pour Jello into a cup and insert a straw before it cools.

Scary Prank

 18. This would cause a few screams in our house!  I just hope I don’t forget that I put that there and scream myself!

 19. Surprise your kids with blue bathwater!

 20. Not only would my kids eat their “fruit” if this is what was inside, they would ask for seconds!

 21. Give your kids a big surprise when they look in the mirror in the morning.  Draw on their faces while they sleep.

 22. Add pop rocks to their morning milk so they have a mouthful of popping fun!

 23. This will make your kids think twice before picking up someone else’s water bottle.

24. Have a fresh batch of “brownies” for them when they get home from school.

 25. Seems like a nice juicy slice of watermelon for an afternoon snack.

 

Now get ready to show them that just because we are getting older doesn’t mean we don’t know how to have fun!

 

 

 

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