Last year I shared 25 days of Christmas activities for families that included things like playing minute to win it Christmas games, making Christmas tree brownies, doing secret 12 days of Christmas gifts for a family in need. This year things are a bit different so instead of doing Christmas party games and gift exchange games, I’m working on more printable games, virtual games, and activities that kids can do at home....
Reviewers claim that it’s “unbelievable,” and one even wrote, “My hands don’t even look like mine. The overgrown ‘hedges’ around my nails have totally disappeared as has peeling skin and hangnails… For this reason alone I would give the oil as many stars as possible.” To buy: $9; amazon.com. In fact, multiple users wrote that the oil was so successful in restoring the health of their cuticles. “My nails were dry and brittle so I’d end up with one breaking and then have to cut them all back in order to have them the same length....
The starting point was simple: lightening walls and most of the trim with Benjamin Moore’s White Dove paint and contrasting it with high-gloss black. The treatment provided a crisp, blank slate and accentuated the woodwork. In the entry, for example, glossy black brought a mahogany banister back to life. “It disappeared before,” she says. The subdued color and grass-cloth finish of the console mellow the high-contrast entry, which also gets touches of whimsy from claw-foot stools and a peacock print....
To help pinpoint what’s potentially going on, we tapped experts to learn about the most common causes, plus what to do to help constipation. Common Causes of Constipation Low Fiber Intake Your constipation may be due to a low intake of fiber. According to Marissa Meshulam, MS, RD, CDN, registered dietitian and founder of MPM Nutrition, dietary fiber adds bulk to the stool, making it easier to pass. “Additionally, [insoluble] fiber can work to speed up digestion, which helps move things along,” she adds....
To buy: $6 (was $7); amazon.com. Proving you don’t need to shell out tons of cash for an effective finishing powder, Coty’s low-cost, finely milled formula doesn’t skimp on quality and is often compared to higher-end brands by reviewers. According to the brand, it can reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, blemishes, and dark spots with a smooth, velvety finish. The versatile Airspun powder can be used as a setting powder, foundation, and for baking the under-eye area....
While this post is sponsored by Perdue Farms, all opinions are 100% honest and my own. I’m a huge fan of wings, but I typically prefer the boneless kind because wings tend to be a lot of work to eat for very little meat reward. These wings are the exception to my rule though because the crispy outside and the meat inside is so flavorful and delicious that it’s worth the work to eat them!...
When you think cottage-core, you may imagine toile china tea cups, dried flowers, and thick wooden cutting boards carefully strewn across the countertops or perhaps, you think of flowy dresses, puffy sleeves, and bow-tie straps resting atop your collarbones. In which case, you wouldn’t be wrong, but the aesthetic is more than that. Popularized by internet culture, cottage-core represents an idealized version of quaint, country life. The nostalgic aesthetic is a nod to simpler times—you know, when you had to churn your own butter, tend to the chickens, and didn’t have air conditioning....
As a designer, Anita Yokota collects quite a bit of furniture and styling props that need storing, so the garage fills up before her annual summer garage sale. Finally, the designer decided to take the yearly clean-out one step further by not just decluttering but also organizing and decorating her would-be laundry room. The result is a beautiful, über-organized space full of laundry room garage ideas to steal for your own home....
“Every window and door was covered with heavy swags, jabots, draperies,” designer Corey Damen Jenkins says. “The house was overweight. So I put it on a diet.” Although this home was built in the 1990s, it celebrates Colonial Revival details, including eye-catching dormers and porch columns. The homeowners had visions of the miraculous transformation to come. Readers of Traditional Home, they had seen what Jenkins did with a house similar to theirs in Michigan, and they flew the Detroit-based designer to New Canaan to flex his decorative muscle....
And keep in mind: Nearly just as important as things on this list are the things that aren’t. For example, before hauling that printer to campus, think about how practical it really is. Colleges nowadays not only have printing labs, but most have wireless printing systems across campus. Bedroom Phone charging dockYou’ll need the alarm set and your phone propped close to make that 8 a.m. biology class.Bed linensBring your own comforter, sheets, and pillow(s)....
Easy Chicken Casserole with Ritz Crackers I have a confession to make. I have a terrible memory when it comes to my childhood. I seriously don’t remember anything that happened before I was in high school unless it’s associated with a song in some way, or I’ve seen pictures of something that happened. It’s a terrible problem to have, especially when my family starts talking about, “oh remember this,” and I have no recollection of it whatsoever....
Summer Sides One of my favorite parts of summer is all the fresh produce that crops up. We have a membership with a local food co-op where they give us a box of produce each week from local farmers, and we’ve had a blast trying out new recipes and combinations all summer long. This summer corn succotash is one of our favorite ways to use up all that summer produce. Plus, it goes great alongside this almond chicken, coconut chicken tenders, or even pulled pork sliders....
When we first moved to Northern Virginia years ago, we were asked to be in charge of the young married couples group for our church. Leading basically meant putting together monthly activities and figuring out ways to help the younger couples in our area get to know one another. One of the first things we did was to set up monthly dinner groups with the couples, giving them the opportunity to have dinner with other couples once a month....
This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. If you’ve never had French toast casserole before, you’re missing out. It’s like french toast combined with your favorite breakfast casserole, only better. And this one isn’t just a French toast casserole, it’s a French toast casserole with cream cheese. For anyone who’s ever had anything with cream cheese frosting, you know cream cheese just makes things better!...
It’s impossible to stop the barrage of tasks, pings, and meetings (or whatever others stressors you’re up against), but there is an effective method to help make everything feel more manageable. That method is mindfulness. When you feel anxious or overwhelmed, knowing how to practice being mindful—and using that skill to your advantage—can be a powerful tool for calming the nervous system, regulating emotions, shifting your perspective, and letting go of unhelpful thought patterns....
This post is sponsored by Perdue Farms. All opinions are 100% honest and my own. Over the past few years my family has really started reading labels, eating organic as much as possible, and trying to just make better decisions for our health. It’s been a massive change in our household but definitely a good one. But I’ll be honest – even as we’ve made these changes, I’ve still avoided really learning too much about where the food is coming from....
One common misunderstanding about Pinot is the idea that it’s inaccessible. Sure, the grapes are finicky (high maintenance and hard to grow, etc.), but that doesn’t mean Burgundy or bust. Pinot Noir grapes grow all over the world and produce highly worthwhile bottles of wine, each with its own unique flavor profile. “While common aromas and flavors associated with Pinot Noir are cherries, raspberries, and strawberries, the taste of Pinot can vary significantly from region to region, which is what makes the process of trying each one so fun,” says Jonathan Cristaldi, a sommelier and Vivino contributor....
When it comes to maxi dresses, you can get away with some picks you’ve been wearing during the lazy-hazy-crazy days of summer, but we’d suggest a few tweaks to get in on the fall trend. Think autumnal colors like yellows and oranges as well as cool prints like stripes, animal prints, polka dots, plaid, and yes, florals too—just be sure to choose something in a dark color. Fall Maxi Dress Outlet Deals Deerose Floral Chiffon Maxi Wrap Dress, $24 (was $36) Aphratti ¾-Sleeve Faux Wrap Maxi Dress with Pockets, $29 with coupon (was $35) Shibever Floral Printed V-Neck Maxi Dress, $19 (was $26) Uimlk Bohemian Square Neck Ruffle Maxi Dress, $37 (was $43) Zattcas Off-the-Shoulder Ruffle Maxi Dress, $30 (was $38) Celmia Side Split Maxi Dress with Pockets, $38 with coupon (was $44) Amoretu Casual Off-Shoulder Maxi Dress, $38 (was $49) Yoxua Casual Long-Sleeve Empire Waist Maxi Dress, $18 with coupon (was $26) Saukole Off-the-Shoulder Long-Sleeve Swing Maxi Dress, $38 (was $50) Halcyeen Cold Shoulder Split Maxi Dress, $26 with coupon (was $28)...
This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase something via my affiliate links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Why Memory Games? We’ve all played one or more memory games at some point in our life. Whether it’s trying to find socks that match (in real life or like in this baby shower game!) or an actual matching game like this printable Valentine memory game, it’s all about trying to improve our memory....
If you like to regularly add new plants to your home or desk, Succulent Studios will send you two succulents every month for just $10. However, if you decide your indoor garden is large enough or want to focus on planting outdoors, you can skip a shipment without getting charged or canceling your subscription. The company is based in California, with a nursery in Fallbrook and a fulfillment center in Long Beach....
