Articles written by: Brad Lane

5 Alternative, Stylish, and Unique Coffee Makers

5 Alternative, Stylish, and Unique Coffee Makers

Ah, the coffee maker. For many of us it’s the thing that gets us out of the bed in the morning, it’s the most commonly used appliance in the kitchen arsenal, and whether you realize it or not, it’s a design element that  can either be hidden beneath the kitchen […]

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The Scariest Things of the 21st Century

Living in the 21st century, we face some unique frights every day. Forget the headless horsemen and secret dungeons, nobody has time for that anymore. Instead, let’s remind ourselves in this Halloween season of some of the scarier events that we confront face to face, the moments where a bathroom […]

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10 Alternative Ways to Stay Warm this Winter

You cannot deny the brisk hours of the morning, the shortened sun at night; it’s easy to see that winter is coming. And for those of you that are frozen in terror for the next season to bring, why so concerned? There are numerous ways to stay warm this winter, […]

Dreams: Meanings and Analysis

Dreams: Meanings and Analysis

One universal trait shared by all mankind is that we dream. And whether it is during the day or night, whether you remember them or not, our minds reveal interesting looks into our subconscious as we sleep. But much like a foreign film without subtitles, the pictures we see can […]

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7 Ways to Naturally Fall Asleep Faster

Getting a good night’s sleep is crucial in getting in a good day’s work. But how come, every day when the sun goes down you can feel your tired muscles aching, but when it’s time for bed you just stare at the ceiling. Well turns out, the body is a […]

5 Innovative and Fun Alarm Clocks to Wake Up To

5 Innovative and Fun Alarm Clocks to Wake Up To

Does the beeping sound of you alarm clock still haunt you through the day? Are your reflexes so in tune that you don’t even have to wake up to hit the snooze button? And are you perhaps looking for something more exciting to start your day? Look no further than […]

Why You Just Lost an Hour: The History behind Daylight Saving Time

Why You Just Lost an Hour: The History behind Daylight Saving Time

You know that feeling; the sudden rush of your alarm clock going off an hour earlier than it should. For those that rely simply on your auto-adjusting cell phone clock, you might have missed it. Daylight Saving Time occurred just last week (March 9, 2014), and although you might be […]

5 Breakfast in Bed Recipes to Start Your Day

5 Breakfast in Bed Recipes to Start Your Day

A slow Sunday, an early Monday, or a random Thursday, whenever it is, breakfast in bed is always a good idea. But why not skip the cereal and toaster pastries? Why not go for something a little more satisfying, something a bit healthier, and of course something that won’t make […]

9 Books to Read Before Bed

9 Books to Read Before Bed

Picking up a book, instead of the remote or cellphone, is a great way to start a good night’s sleep. But there is always the issue of finding the right book. Of course, everyone’s taste is different, but sometimes it helps to have a finger pointing you in the right […]

Zzz’s Science: 6 Movies, Talks, and Segments about Sleep

Zzz’s Science: 6 Movies, Talks, and Segments about Sleep

We spend roughly a third of our life asleep, and yet we rarely give it more of a thought than how we want more of it when the alarm clock goes buzzing off Monday morning. But, having staked a third of our life so far in this ancient practice, humans […]