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Gifts to Help You Enjoy Your Home Even More
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Gifts to Help You Enjoy Your Home Even More

Ashley Bronczek and Candace Ourisman | February 1, 2021

: From a color candy jigsaw puzzle, to relaxing CBD-infused bath bomb, to a self-cleaning water bottle and more, there’s something for everyone on your gift list—including you!...

Celebrate at Home: New Year’s Eve Tasting Dinner for Two
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Celebrate at Home: New Year’s Eve Tasting Dinner for Two

Bruce Kazan | December 14, 2020

Let the celebration begin…at home with these decadent recipes, complete with aperitifs, wine pairings and after dinner drinks to ring in the new year—or any special occasion.

3 Tips to Carve the Stress Out of Holiday Video Chats
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3 Tips to Carve the Stress Out of Holiday Video Chats

John M. Grohol, PsyD | November 23, 2020

A virtual holiday gathering through a video conferencing tool could be the next best thing to being there—even right during dinner.

Christmas Tree Secrets
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Christmas Tree Secrets

November 27, 2017

Buy the best Christmas tree and keep it thriving.

Have a Hassle-Free July Fourth Picnic
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Have a Hassle-Free July Fourth Picnic

June 26, 2017

Go directly to the prepared-food section. Let each person pick out his or her own prepackaged meal. Or buy a…

Halloween Costumes That Cost You (Almost) Nothing
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Halloween Costumes That Cost You (Almost) Nothing

October 18, 2016

How did Halloween creep up on you so quickly? There’s no need to buy that over-priced plastic Trump mask that…

Healthier Dishes to Serve This Thanksgiving
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Healthier Dishes to Serve This Thanksgiving

Jamison Starbuck, ND | October 13, 2016

This year, why not make Thanksgiving not only delicious but also a health-boosting experience that’s truer to the origins of…

Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Wedding Planner
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Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Wedding Planner

David M. Wood III | August 21, 2016

To choose the wedding planner who is best for you, ask candidates these important questions… What types of weddings do…

Fun Cake-Decorating Idea
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Fun Cake-Decorating Idea

August 16, 2016

If you have little trust in your pastry-bag handwriting to decorate a special homemade cake, do this instead… Decorate your…

Perfect Pancakes for Father’s Day
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Perfect Pancakes for Father’s Day

June 7, 2016

There’s nothing like a special breakfast for the Dad (husband, stepdad, brother) in your life! Here’s a trick to make…

Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Caterer
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Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Caterer

Jerry Edwards, CPCE | June 6, 2016

To choose the catering company that is best for your special occasion, ask candidates these important questions… What services do…

Fun Place Card Idea
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Fun Place Card Idea

March 31, 2016

You know you want balloons at your next party, but what can you do with them besides decorating the same…

Proof That Santa Claus Was Here!
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Proof That Santa Claus Was Here!

December 15, 2015

Do you want to leave some evidence for little ones that Santa Claus has indeed made a visit? Here’s what…

Last-Minute Holiday Decoration
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Last-Minute Holiday Decoration

December 15, 2015

Do you need some extra cheer on your entryway hall table, mantelpiece or wherever? Here’s a cheap, easy way to…

Our Favorite Holiday Centerpiece
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Our Favorite Holiday Centerpiece

December 9, 2015

Try this special way to give gifts while decorating your dining room at the same time… In the middle of…