Tag: lifestyle
Breakfasts on the Go
Read more: Breakfasts on the GoIt’s no secret that high-calorie fast-food breakfasts can expand your waistline and shrink your savings (money that could go toward a down payment on a new home!). So, don’t let hectic mornings serve as an excuse for hitting the nearest drive through. Instead, check out these nutritious, delicious, make-ahead breakfast recipes that will power you…
9 Kitchen Organization Tips
Read more: 9 Kitchen Organization TipsThe kitchen: it’s the heart of your home and your family’s favorite gathering place, but it’s also the room that seems to collect clutter like no other. From drawers overflowing with flatware to counters covered with supplies, kitchens can present plenty of problems when it comes to keeping clean. Never fear—with these imaginative tips and…
Turkey Day Take Two: Recipes for Thanksgiving Leftovers
Read more: Turkey Day Take Two: Recipes for Thanksgiving LeftoversForget Black Friday doorbusters: the best part of the day after Thanksgiving has always been the leftovers! Turn your Turkey Day dishes into next-day deliciousness with these can’t-miss recipes, and make the holiday last a little longer. Leftover Stuffing Waffles The morning after Thanksgiving calls for a festive breakfast, and these flavorful stuffing waffles are…
Travel Tips: What’s in Your Suitcase?
Read more: Travel Tips: What’s in Your Suitcase?In order to appreciate life in your new home, you may need to get away on occasion. While traveling can be a lot of fun, planning for a trip can be stressful. These packing guidelines can help ease the stress of deciding what to bring with you on vacation. Make a List Staring into your…
Best Patio Meals and Grilling Ideas
Read more: Best Patio Meals and Grilling IdeasSummer is in full swing, and the warm weather simply begs for fresh fruit, crisp, cool salads and mouthwatering BBQ—served al fresco, of course. If you’re searching for flavorful patio meal recipes and grilling ideas, you’ve come to the right place. Fire up your grill because we’re about to share some of our favorite apps,…
Planning the Perfect Staycation
Read more: Planning the Perfect StaycationYou don’t have to travel far to enjoy a relaxing vacation. In fact, you don’t even need to leave the comfort of your home. Following are some tips to help you unwind from your everyday routine, right under your very own roof—without having to crack open a suitcase! Get ready to plan the perfect staycation:…
Books to Enjoy This Season
Read more: Books to Enjoy This SeasonThese excellent books are sure to help you get lost in a story, learn something or both! Little Bee by Chris Cleave Little Bee is no beach read. The novel encourages readers to evaluate the true distinction between right and wrong. The two main characters are a Nigerian orphan and British tourist who have nothing…
5 Outdoor Spaces We Love
Read more: 5 Outdoor Spaces We LoveOutdoor spaces, such as courtyards, backyards, balconies and terraces, can greatly enhance a home—and the lives of its residents. Here we’ve identified five open-air gathering places that give new meaning to the term “outdoor oasis.” This captivating courtyard in San Marcos, California Abundant greenery, elegant brick pavers, sleek iron balusters and a trio of eye-catching…
8 Gadgets That Make Thanksgiving Easier
Read more: 8 Gadgets That Make Thanksgiving EasierThe telephone may be the gadget of choice for those who prefer to make reservations for Thanksgiving dinner. But if you, like many, look forward to hosting family and friends in the comfort of your home, we have identified eight must-have kitchen tools that can help simplify your holiday meal prep. Check out these gadgets…
Happy National Homemade Cookie Day!
Read more: Happy National Homemade Cookie Day!If you’re a faithful reader of the Homeward blog, you’ve probably noticed that we love, love, love cookies (Exhibit A, Exhibit B), but we usually have to wait until a major holiday to celebrate them. However, with the increasing popularity of the micro-holiday (thanks, internet), we no longer have to! Enter National Homemade Cookie Day.…
Brunch Recipes to Wow Mom
Read more: Brunch Recipes to Wow MomSearching for flavorful fare to show Mom how much you care this Mother’s Day? The following Mother’s Day brunch recipes will deliver your heartfelt message, loud and clear! Nutella and Bacon Stuffed French Toast. You can’t go wrong with Nutella or bacon, so why not pair the two? Be sure to pin this sweet, savory…
7 Unexpected Thanksgiving Desserts
Read more: 7 Unexpected Thanksgiving DessertsHad your fill of pumpkin pie? Want to impress your guests with an array of non-traditional desserts this Thanksgiving? Here are seven incredible, out-of-the-box Thanksgiving dessert recipes that are sure to tempt their taste buds on Turkey Day! 1. Salted caramel six layer chocolate cake. Chocolate gets a lot of love year-round, but the creamy…
