The day after Thanksgiving marks the "official” beginning of the holiday season. The sight of sparkly lights and decorations, the sounds of seasonal music, and the smells and tastes of festive foods can create different feelings for us all—from...
Marching into Women's History Month, this is a time to honor the indomitable spirit, achievements, and contributions of women throughout history and in modern society. It's also a time to empower the next generation, including young girls, to recognize...
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I’ve been fortunate to have dry-cleaning services wherever I have worked, but this is not always as convenient as it sounds. Special items, like my heavy blankets, are too...
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I went on a bit of an organizing binge toward the end of last year and discovered so much extra space in my existing cabinets that it made me fall in love with my...
Want to find ways to give back to our Mother Earth this holiday season? Studies have also shown that every year Americans throw away 25% more trash during the Thanksgiving to New Year's holiday period than any other time...
We can take our running water for granted. But is your water doing more harm than good?
The reality is that many American homes have hard water, and this type of water can be a significant nuisance for your humble abode. Hard...
It was after nap time, and my 23-month-old kept repeating “mar mar” (markers) while heading to where the markers were kept, high on the shelf. With no forthcoming response from me, he proceeded to flip over a nearby basket...
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Our weekly schedules are shaped by all the obligations we have getting our kids to class, working, caring for our homes, and nurturing our relationships. It's easy to get...
Easter morning, my husband and I were scrambling to hide the eggs—not because we forgot and not because we had overslept.
Our “kid,” our sweet adult daughter, home for spring break during her final year of college, was calling...
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It has been just over a year since designer Rachel Cannon has been preaching the need for homes to have a quiet room and to nix open floor plans. Little did she know 2020 would amplify...
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November Marks the Start of the Holiday Season and a Critical...
As the holiday season begins, November presents unique challenges for the region's blood supply. Blood donations are especially vital to ensure a sufficient supply...
