Women Can Make Money And Stop Competing With Each Other

It’s hard to fully visualize such a world, right? Perhaps this may even seem like pie-in-the-sky talk. But it’s not for Stephanie Redlener, founder of Lioness, an underground society for women leaders. Redlener has spent decades working with women at Fortune 100 companies such as IBM and TD Ameritrade, helping them to find their voices and rise up in their personal lives and careers. In a Q&A with Redlener, “The Race to Shatter the Glass Ceiling Isn’t a Sprint; It’s a Relay,” the Lioness founder talks about how detrimental the culture of rivalry among women can be—and suggests ways women can actively start supporting each other more....

December 23, 2022 · 4 min · 837 words · Jamie Lee

10 Early Black Friday Editor-Loved Home Deals

As a home shopping editor who spends most of her time researching and testing products across the market, I can confidently say that browsing through the early deals that trickle in ahead of Black Friday is well worth your time. For example, Target already quietly discounted this Dyson stick vacuum for $150 off. Retailers are slashing prices on items all over their sites, leaving consumers with hundreds of thousands of options to choose from....

December 22, 2022 · 4 min · 810 words · Chuck Allred

10 Fun Lego Game Ideas Lego Fans Of All Ages Will Love

I am a game show addict, and one of my favorite game shows to watch is Minute to Win It. If you’ve never seen it, basically people try to complete challenges in under a minute. Some of the challenges are easy and others are more difficult. For this Lego game post, I created Lego Minute to Win It Party Games, perfect for kids to play at a Lego party. There are all sorts of games but if you want even more, check out these fun math games that incorporate Legos!...

December 22, 2022 · 5 min · 1034 words · Mary Bello

10 Homemade Cleaning Solutions And Natural Cleaners For Every Surface Type

DIY cleaners can include everything from a homemade all-purpose cleaner to a natural glass cleaner and a solution for grimy, hardwood floors. We name the ingredients you need—chances are, you already have most of them—plus the steps for mixing up the cleaning solutions and using them. Homemade or natural cleaning solutions use simple chemicals and ingredients to remove grime, deodorize, and, in some cases, even disinfect surfaces. They’re great for making surfaces look sparkling clean....

December 22, 2022 · 2 min · 408 words · Rick Gomez

10 Most Nutrient Dense Foods That Are Also Affordable

And before you assume that you’ll need to take on a second mortgage to afford all the superfoods you see splashed across your Instagram feed, think again. “Choosing nutrient-dense foods doesn’t mean you have to break the bank. There are numerous affordable options that are convenient, too,” she adds. That means eating nutrient-dense foods can be easy on you and on your wallet. Here’s exactly what to stock up on, according to Cassetty....

December 22, 2022 · 4 min · 777 words · Carl Carraway

10 Types Of Countertops For A Kitchen Remodel

When it comes to design, do you insist on a natural stone or would a manufactured, composite material fit the bill even better? Then consider the overall design of the room, so you can be sure the countertop you love will work seamlessly with the cabinets, flooring, and other design choices. Whether you have a traditional, modern farmhouse, or contemporary kitchen, here are all the different countertops to consider. See our simple guide below and read on for more details about each kind....

December 22, 2022 · 5 min · 982 words · Robert Zubiate

16 High-Protein Vegetarian Breakfast Recipes To Power Your Day

This is one of our high protein breakfast recipes both vegetarians and picky eaters will love. Pop the cinnamon-scented whole grain bread sticks into the air fryer for an irresistible, golden brown, crunchy coating. The seeds, egg custard, and whole grain bread pump up the protein so this decadent-tasting morning meal will keep you satisfied until lunch. What do we love about this easy sheet pan recipe? Everything. Bagels bring the flavor, while eggs and feta cheese lend protein....

December 22, 2022 · 4 min · 767 words · Emile Finchum

17 Great Christmas Movies On Netflix 2021 To Watch Right Now

Netflix’s Christmas movie selection isn’t quite as robust as the famous Hallmark Channel Christmas movies (yet), but you can still get your fill of snowfalls, hot cocoa, and Santa magic on demand. Check out this selection of classic Christmas movies and Netflix Originals, and plan out your holiday spirit binge-watch. 1. A Castle for Christmas Brooke Shields and Carey Elwes have a charming meet-cute over the purchase of a gorgeous Scottish castle in this new-this-year Netflix Christmas movie....

December 22, 2022 · 5 min · 1035 words · Jennifer Watson

17 Of The Best Annual Plant Pairings For Summer-Long Color

Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept evenly moist Size: ‘Storm Blue’ petunias will grow to 14 inches tall; ‘Maverick White’ geranium will grow up to 16 inches tall Water: Plant in well-drained soil (but both plants can tolerate drought) Size: ‘Angelmist Purple’ angelonia grows to 10 inches tall and spreads to 20 inches wide; ‘Orange Profusion’ zinnia matures to 18 inches tall with a one-foot-wide spread Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept evenly moist Size: ‘Orange Profusion’ zinnia grows to a foot wide and to 18 inches tall; ‘Forever Blue’ lisianthus grows to 10 inches tall with a spread of 8 inches Water: Plant in well-drained soil (but both plants can tolerate drought) Size: ‘Orange Profusion’ zinnia grows to a foot wide and to 18 inches tall; ‘Occold Shield’ geranium gets 15 inches tall and 18 inches wide Zones: ‘Occold Shield’ geranium can be treated as a perennial in Zones 9-10 Water: Plant in well-drained soil (but both plants can tolerate drought) Size: Annual licorice vine grows to 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide; ‘Profusion Cherry’ zinnia grows to one foot high and 15 inches wide Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept evenly moist Size: ‘Purple Wave’ petunias can spread out up to 5 feet; ageratum gets 18 inches wide and 3 feet tall, depending on the variety Light: Full sun or partial shade Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept evenly moist Size: ‘Blue Horizon’ ageratum grows to 30 inches tall and 18 inches wide; flowering maple can run up to 10 feet tall and 4 feet wide Water: Plant in well-drained soil (these plants can also tolerate drought) Size: Melampodium can grow to a foot tall and wide; ‘Victoria Blue’ salvia can grow to 2 feet tall, with a spread of about 18 inches Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept evenly moist Size: All three plants grow to a foot wide; ‘Talent Yellow’ gazania and sweet alyssum can grow to one foot tall and Dahlberg daisy grows to 8 inches tall Water: Plant in well-drained soil (these plants can also tolerate drought) Size: ‘Victoria Blue’ salvia grows 2 feet tall and 18 inches wide; ‘Perfume Antique Lime’ nicotiana getss 20 inches tall and one foot wide; ‘Lemon Gem’ marigold reaches 10 inches tall with a spread of 8 inches Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept evenly moist Size: ‘Liberty’ snapdragon grows to 22 inches tall and 14 inches wide; ‘Fantasy Pink’ petunias grow to a foot tall with a spread of 20 inches; depending on the variety, licorice plant can grow to 3 feet high and 2 feet wide Light: Full sun to part shade Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept consistently moist Size: ‘Red Hot Sally’ salvia and ‘Vancouver Centennial’ geranium grow to one foot tall; ‘Marine’ heliotrope grows to 20 inches tall Light: Full sun or partial shade Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept consistently moist Size: ‘Comet Pink’ Marguerite daisy grows to 2 feet tall and wide; depending on the variety, snapdragon blooms can reach up to 3 feet tall Light: Part to full shade Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept consistently moist Size: ‘Dragon Wing’ begonias grow to 18 inches tall and wide; ‘Summer Wave Blue’ wishbone flowers grow to 6 inches tall and one foot wide Light: Part to full shade Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept consistently moist Size: ‘White Christmas’ caladium reaches 2 feet high and wide; ‘Prelude White’ begonia grows to 8 inches tall and 6 inches wide; depending on the type, polka-dot plant can reach up to 3 feet tall and wide Water: Plant in well-drained, humus-rich soil kept consistently moist Size: ‘Pink Swirl’ impatiens grow to 14 inches tall and one foot wide; ‘Riviera Midnight’ lobelia grow to just 8 inches wide and 6 inches tall Water: Plant in well-drained soil kept consistently moist Size: ‘Dazzler Blue Pearl’ impatiens grow to one foot tall and spreads 15 inches; ‘Clown Rose’ wishbone flower grows to 8 inches tall and wide; browallia grows to 3 feet tall and one foot wide, depending on the type...

December 22, 2022 · 4 min · 677 words · Patricia Kubiszewski

19 Silver-Leaf Plants To Bring Out The Best In Your Garden

Name: Brunnera macrophylla ‘Jack Frost’ Growing Conditions: Part shade in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter Size: Up to 18 inches tall and wide Buy It: ‘Jack Frost’ Brunnera ($18, Etsy) Name: Athyrium niponicus pictum Growing Conditions: Part to full shade in moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter Plant Size: Up to 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide Buy It: Japanese Painted Fern ($14, Etsy) Growing Conditions: Part to full shade in moist, well-drained soil Plant Size: Up to 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide Buy It: Pulmonaria Diana Clare Lungwort ($16, Etsy) Name: Lamium ‘Purple Dragon’ Growing Conditions: Part to full shade in moist, well-drained soil Plant Size: Up to 8 inches tall and 3 feet wide Buy It: Purple Chablis Dead Nettle (Lamium) Live Plant ($18, The Home Depot) Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in evenly moist, well-drained soil Plant Size: Up to 18 inches tall and 12 inches wide Buy It: Dusty Miller ($17, The Home Depot) Growing Conditions: Full sun in moist, well-drained soil Plant Size: Up to 10 feet tall and wide as a shrub and up to 3 feet tall and wide as an annual Buy It: Melianthus Major ($5, Etsy Name: Helichrysum italicum subsp....

December 22, 2022 · 3 min · 583 words · Bruce Sundquist

25 Best Cyber Monday Furniture Deals On Amazon For Under 200

If you’re in need of a sleek new coffee table, this mid-century modern piece with hundreds of positive ratings is discounted right now. We also found a chic gold-accented bar cart for 34 percent off as well as this hanging floor lamp (that’d make a great statement piece in a living room) available for $76 now. There’s also a large selection of poufs on sale today. This denim-patterned option—which shoppers call the “perfect size”—is nearly $95 off its original price, while this best-selling knitted pouf is 66 percent off in its bold yellow colorway....

December 22, 2022 · 2 min · 391 words · Alfonzo Kuehne

28 Best Party Games For Adults And Kids

If there’s no room in your party-planning checklist for game time, that’s fine. (Sometimes, great conversations and catching up with distant friends are all a successful gathering needs.) But if you would rather fill your holiday party with laughter and activity, or if you need to keep little ones entertained, these games have you covered. Because these games have flexible rules and little to no supplies, you can keep them casual and make them work for any event, whether it’s a birthday party, a holiday celebration, or another gathering....

December 22, 2022 · 14 min · 2946 words · Nancy Hogsett

3 Budget-Friendly Ways To Create Diy Christmas Tree Collars

We’ll show you how easy it is to create your handmade big or small tree collar. All three simple DIY tree collars will give your Christmas tree a festive finishing touch. How to Make a Christmas Tree Collar Supplies Needed Galvanized metal bucketTape measureSafety glassesConstruction glovesJigsawMetal fileTack cloth Woven Basket Tree Collar Woven basketTape measureBox cutter Faux Wood Crate Tree Collar Cardboard boxTape measureBox cutterCutting matRuler or tape measurePencilWood-look shelf liner or adhesive wallpaperCrafts knife...

December 22, 2022 · 3 min · 601 words · Thomas Allen

3 Cleaning Products That Are Safe To Buy In Bulk And 3 That Aren T

In fact, not knowing the shelf life of cleaning products can lead to wasted product and money. “If you don’t know where to start…buy your top cleaning items in bulk but in smallish quantities, like 32 ounces, for example,” says Alex Varela, general manager of house cleaning service at Dallas Maids. “Take note of how much you use, and then adjust that quantity with time, so you’ll make fewer trips to the store,” adds Varela....

December 22, 2022 · 4 min · 735 words · Alex Reyes

34 Great Books To Read Right Now For Any Mood Or Interest

If you’re looking for interesting books to read, we’ve compiled a list of 34 super-specific recommendations you won’t be able to put down. This list has you covered, no matter how you’re feeling. Ocean Vuong is a Vietnamese-American poet and his debut novel is written in the form of a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. Exploring race, class, and masculinity, the novel handles difficult topics with beauty and the kind of lines that will hang in the air long after you’ve set the book down....

December 22, 2022 · 9 min · 1791 words · David Arnold

4 Types Of Dandruff Plus The Best Shampoos To Treat Them

Ahead, trichologists Kerry E. Yates and William Gaunitz, FWTS, break down the different types of dandruff—and the best shampoos for each—so you’re better equipped to target your specific dandruff type. Fungal Dandruff Fungal dandruff is very common; unlike how it sounds, it’s not contagious. “The number one culprit of fungal dandruff is a fungus called Malassezia,” explains Yates. “It exists on most adults’ scalps and feeds on the oil, breaking it down and leaving oleic acid in its place....

December 22, 2022 · 4 min · 783 words · Jeremiah Joubert

4 Types Of Dandruff, Plus The Best Shampoos To Treat Them

Ahead, trichologists Kerry E. Yates and William Gaunitz, FWTS, break down the different types of dandruff—and the best shampoos for each—so you’re better equipped to target your specific dandruff type. Fungal Dandruff Fungal dandruff is very common; unlike how it sounds, it’s not contagious. “The number one culprit of fungal dandruff is a fungus called Malassezia,” explains Yates. “It exists on most adults’ scalps and feeds on the oil, breaking it down and leaving oleic acid in its place....

December 22, 2022 · 4 min · 776 words · Paul Bryant

5 Brilliant Closet Makeovers Turned Into Mini Home Offices Reading Nooks And More

If you have a closet off of your living room, it’s the ideal nook for a small in-home office where you can run your side hustle or do your taxes. Erin Conway of Kismet House turned what was intended to be a wet bar into an office nook, and now the space gets used much more often. To visually separate the space, she installed floral patterned wallpaper and a small area rug....

December 22, 2022 · 2 min · 361 words · Elizabeth Watts

5 Easy Meal Prep Ideas

RELATED: Our Top-Tested Tricks for Separating, Boiling, and Poaching Eggs Select a regular water bottle, remove the lid, and wash clean. Carefully crack your eggs into a large bowl without breaking the yolks (spoiler alert, this is the hardest part). While gently squeezing your empty water bottle, hover over your selected egg yolk and begin to release your grip creating a suctioning vortex that’ll scoop your yolk right into the bottle....

December 22, 2022 · 1 min · 167 words · Cynthia Smith

5 Healthy Popular Foods That Are Surprisingly Bad For Your Teeth

According to Dr. Kunen, these are the top five seemingly healthy foods that put your pearly whites at risk, as well as the steps to take to protect your teeth. Healthier and more natural alcoholic options like hard seltzer have been hitting the market for both oral and general health. As far as alcoholic beverages go, sparkling seltzers (like White Claw) have relatively clean ingredients and a somewhat low sugar content....

December 22, 2022 · 2 min · 359 words · Carissa Ankenman