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5 Fun Elevator Hacks (how to master the up and down)

In a hurry and need to get to your floor stat? If you live in the city, you’ve probably fallen prey to the jerky elevator hooligans who press a bunch of floors that you have to stop at before you get to your own. Well, now you don’t have to! Here are some second-saving elevator hacks that could see you sailing to your floor in no time at all. These hacks only work on some elevators, so try a couple to find the one that fits your model. The Hacks 1. If you want to bypass floors that have been s

How to Host Just About Anyone Without Losing Your Mind

Whether your in-laws are dying to visit your city or you’re the first of your friends to buy a house that isn’t the size of a prison cell, you’re bound to play host at some point. We’re not talking inviting a few friends over for an intimate dinner in your backyard, either. We’re talking long-haul guests that set up camp in your living room, invading your life while you resist the urge to make up some illness that requires immediate medical attention — and them to leave a few days early. But ha

Insider’s Guide to The Calgary Stampede’s Cool Side

It’s that time of year again. Whenever July rolls around, it’s only a matter of time before the cowboy hats, country tunes and pancake breakfasts invade the city of Calgary in full force. While the rodeos and rides are staples of the Calgary Stampede [http://cs.calgarystampede.com/]we know and love, we’ve stepped outside the fairgrounds and found a few unofficial Stampede events that are guaranteed to offer a ridiculously good time! (Plaid shirts and cowboy boots are optional.) No Wimpy Wine

4 last-minute Father’s Day gift ideas that will save your A$$

If you still haven’t bought dear ol’ Dad a gift to thank him for being a keeper this Father’s Day, it’s probably time to figure out how you’re going to express your gratitude toward the man who donated his chromosomes to the project of your existence. We won’t lie; you’re cutting it pretty close. Your dad would probably feel a little discouraged if he knew you were sitting here reading the Internet instead of shopping for a gift that truly expresses how lucky you are to have him. But Mogo’s here

Secret to happiness

You may be surprised to find out about what really drives happiness. Did you know that according to some of the leading experts on happiness, that as much as 80% of our personal happiness comes from meaningful relationships with friends and family?  Did you also know that psychologists have proven that much of what we spend our money on is because we think it will make us happy, yet the facts are it won’t. Big Mistake Although initially those new shoes or that new TV does make us feel a litt