Ready to fall into a good book? Whether you enjoy fiction or nonfiction, sci-fi or suspense, we’ve got you covered this sweater season! So, change into your favorite flannel pjs, grab a pumpkin spice latte (don’t forget the whipped cream!) and settle down with one of these exciting reads that have racked up rave reviews in recent years: Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover If you have yet to read this moving memoir, which was named one of the “10 Best Books of 2018” by…
“It ought to be solemnized with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires, and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other from this Time forward forever more.” – John Adams The Fourth of July, America’s biggest summer holiday, during which communities from coast to coast come together to celebrate our national independence and heritage. Like most families across America, your Fourth of July ritual probably involves some combination of grilled food and—as John Adams famously foretold—grand firework displays, local…
The kitchen may be the heart of a home, but it can also be the source of a big headache. If multitasking, messes and 12-step recipes have you feeling like you can’t take the heat, check out the nine innovative kitchen gadgets we found to save you time and help you tackle culinary challenges. Automatic pan stirrer Remember the broom from Fantasia that swept on its own? See the “magic” in action with this handy kitchen gadget! Just set the timer, and this automatic pan…
You were immediately drawn to your home. From the moment you stepped inside, you felt an undeniable connection, and you still swoon over its thoughtful layout, designer details and incredible included features. But to really, truly fall in love with your home, you have to make it your own. Following are five ways to take your relationship with your abode to the next level: Clear the clutter. It’s hard to appreciate all the impressive details of your home when you can’t see past the stacks…
Does your son or daughter insist on ringing in the new year, but lack the stamina to stay up until the ball drops? Not to worry! Following are some “Noon Year’s Eve” necessities to help your kiddo get a jump start on the year ahead (the celebration begins at 10 a.m., sharp, on December 31!) and party with pals like it’s 2019: Festive décor. Set the stage for celebration with colorful accessories, like streamers, hats and noisemakers. Also, follow these simple steps to welcome the…
