“When my dad became ill, it was my duty to care for him because I could make my own schedule.” When I recently spoke with James Colozzo, author of the memoir You Got To Do What You Got To Do, he...
Proper sleep is necessary for having a good day, and it's not always cheap, but several manufacturers did the impossible and created some of the best mattresses out there, all under $1,000. Your...
If you’ve ever wondered how to stop being jealous after a scroll through your Facebook feed leaves you feeling like a crazy person, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, too. As ashamed as we might be...
Anyone who has ever flown on an airplane knows that in case of an emergency, we are supposed to put on our own oxygen masks first, for the simple reason that we can’t help anyone else if we can’t...
With spring only a couple weeks away, there's one thing on many homeowners minds: makeovers. Spring is a notoriously famous time for home renovations, whether it be simple spring-cleaning...
As soon as you bring an Instant Pot home, chances are you’ll want to cook all of your meals with the trendy pressure cooker. That means converting the dishes you used to make with your stove, oven,...
There's no question that some mold is very dangerous for your health. However, not all types of mold can make you sick. Furthermore, there's no need to throw out every single piece of food that has...
If the only thing stopping you from eating healthier is the thought of giving up bread, you need to learn how to make Ezekiel bread at home. This nutrient-packed superfood requires a bit more...
“Hey, lady! You can move your damn car up now!” The silver-haired man behind me leaned out the window of his fancy, expensive truck and rudely yelled at me.
Without much thought, I reacted....
When was the last time you felt joy? Was it while walking down a street filled with fragrant flowers in bloom, or maybe when a rainbow beamed across the sky? It could have been when the sunlight...
Most of us rely on our dishwasher to, of course, wash our dishes. Anyone who’s lived in a home without the helpful appliance for any length of time can attest to how much nicer it is to “set it and...
Celebrities who don't seem to age never fail to astound us. Some stars could be in their 50s, 60s, or even 70s, but you wouldn't guess it just by looking at them. Luckily for us, some of the most...
You know you’re young when you consider the gift of a $1 carnation on Valentine’s Day the ultimate validation of your worth. When I was in high school, I dreaded Valentine’s Day. The only good...
I didn’t learn about motherhood from watching my mom. I was an only child, and for whatever reason, it’s hard to observe the act of mothering when you are the one being mothered. What my mom did...
Showing your loved one that you love them is a good idea, no matter the day — but you don't think you need to spend a fortune to do it. Here are six romantic ideas that cost hardly anything at...
It happens to everyone — a couple of weeks go by, and you notice your once-vibrant hair color is fading. While you could schedule a visit to your local salon for a touch-up, if you're looking for...
There's no question that having a healthy personality is key to living a good life. But could certain personality traits actually help you avoid certain diseases later on? According to recent...
Knowing the best foods to buy in bulk will save you money the next time you're shopping at a big-box store. After all, food can get expensive when you're trying to feed a family.
While the cost...
I belong to the underground group known as “Moms With Tempers.” If you are one of us, you know the feeling of losing your patience publicly when your son won’t take no for an answer because he...
Though we've heard that some people believe Valentine's Day is nothing but a Hallmark holiday, we'll take any excuse to show our loved ones how adored they are. (Also champagne. We'll take any...