Meal Hacks
Save Time with Easy Meal Hacks (Family Features) If it feels as though your life is too busy, you’re not alone. Many families experience the feeling of constant busyness, but there are ways to save time around the house and lift some of those burdens. In fact, one of the easiest places you can add […]
Read MoreSustainable Home Upgrades for Better Health
Sustainable Home Upgrades for Better Health (Family Features) When you’re on a quest to create a home environment that promotes wellness, it can be difficult to know where to begin. One easy solution is to look for small changes that improve your personal well-being while also promoting a better environment overall. Consider these sustainable projects […]
Read MorePlan Ahead for Peak Travel
Plan Ahead for Peak Travel Seasons A family getaway is a perfect chance to unwind and reconnect with loved ones away from the distractions of daily life. However, peak travel times like Memorial Day and the Fourth of July weekend are some of the busiest times of the year, which can mean limited options. (Family […]
Read MoreTwist on Sushi
Create a Trendy Twist on Sushi (Family Features) An innovative sushi-style concept, “beefshi” features convenient beef products like pastrami, roast beef, summer sausage, hot dogs, corned beef or bologna prepared in rolls with rice and vegetables. You can beef up your menu with a trendy twist with a recipe like this Beefy Cali Roll that […]
Read MoreTime-Saving Kitchen Shortcuts
Time-Saving Kitchen Shortcuts That Don’t Sacrifice Quality (Family Features) If coordinating schedules to gather the family around the dinner table is a victory in its own right, finding enough time to prepare a well-rounded, flavorful meal may just be a medal-worthy accomplishment. Whether a weeknight dinner or special occasion, you can shave precious minutes off […]
Read MoreWelcome a 4-Legged Family Member with Care
Tips for a successful, lifelong pet adoption (Family Features) Bringing home a new pet can be exciting and heartwarming. Before you get caught up in the excitement of adopting a pet, however, it’s important to do a bit of homework and have conversations to ensure you’re choosing a lifelong fit for your family. When considering […]
Read MoreMake Nutrition a New Year Priority
Make Nutrition a New Year Priority. A new year signals a chance to renew your commitment to healthier eating, but many of the most popular diets, like the keto diet and paleo diet, eliminate entire food groups, which can cause you to fall short on nutrients you need. For example, a study in the “Journal […]
Read MoreHome Safety Tips
Home safety tips should come to mind when you see frost on the windows in the morning, feel the crunch of leaves underfoot, and hear the roar of the fire in the fireplace, old man winter has returned. While you often hear about cold-weather fashion and beauty essentials, there is some maintenance your home […]
Read MoreSpruce Up Your Guestroom for the Holidays
The holidays are typically a time for lots of merriment and cheer. They also often include an abundance of guests visiting your home, which means it’s time to get the guestroom ready for family and friends who’ll be spending time with you this season. If sprucing up your guestroom induces panic, fear not. Consider these […]
Read More5 Financial Tips for Teens
When it comes to economics, many teens’ mouths write checks their knowledge can’t cash. While 93% of American teens say they know how the economy works, 29% have had no economic schooling, according to a survey of 1,000 U.S. teens ages 13-18 by Wakefield Research on behalf of Junior Achievement and the Charles Koch Foundation. […]
Read MoreCelebrate the Flavors of Fall
Use a pantry staple to spice up comfort food classics As chilly weather sets in and days get shorter, comfort food favorites once again fill menus. While traditional flavor combinations typically hold a special place in many families’ hearts and on their plates, there is almost always room to add new and exciting flavors to […]
Read MoreAway Without Going Away
Get Away Without Going Away 5 family staycation ideas that won’t break your budget (eLivingtoday.com) Family vacations are a great way to bond and take a step back from the hectic schedules that accompany everyday life, but sometimes time or money (or both) make planning an elaborate trip a non-starter. However, a staycation – a […]
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