We found gifts for kids, like this Uno card game that the whole family can enjoy playing together. You can also shop for beauty gifts, like this at-home spa set that’s just $15 and this jade roller for $10. All of these products arrive by December 19 at the latest if you hurry and shop now, and some are even available within a few hours if you order them to be picked up from your local store....

This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. The Best Gifts for Entertainers I host a lot of girls nights, parties, and family get togethers. A lot. And as someone who entertains a lot, I thought it’d be fun to put together a gift guide for women who like to entertain. But this isn’t your normal list of gifts for entertainers....

Just because I’m a boy mom doesn’t mean that I don’t like to come up with girly ideas every once in a while. I actually love girly stuff, especially when it comes to princesses. So when I heard ShopDisney was having the Ultimate Princess Celebration, I invited a bunch of little princesses in my neighborhood to come over just to try out some of these princess party ideas! And of course, I had to plan a bunch of fun princess party games and activities for the big event!...

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The Best Super Bowl Party Games So it may seem a little counterintuitive to plan party games for a Super Bowl party because well you’re already there watching a game. But let’s be honest – you’re likely going to invite people who don’t care that much about the game. Or that aren’t cheering for a favorite team. Or want to make the game even more enjoyable with some awesome games to make the actual big game a little more interactive....

This post contains affiliates links. If you purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. I also received a couple of the items on this list complimentary to try out. All opinions are 100% honest and my own. Gifts for Tween Boys I asked my email subscribers who the hardest people to shop for were and one of the answers I got over and over again were tween boys (ages 9-12)....

Have you ever noticed that all three of the major summer holidays are patriotic ones? Not sure how that happened but during the summer we see a lot of red, white, and blue! And a lot of backyard barbecues, outdoor bashes, and parties designed to beat the heat! These patriotic party games, party hacks, and party planning tips will help you throw the best summer party ever! I’ve put together some tips, tricks, hacks, and of course 4th of July party games (that are more active than this 4th of July bingo game) to make throwing a bash for any of the big three “summer” events easier....

If you prefer fabric sofas, look for those with stain-repellant treatments or stain-resistant microfiber. Otherwise, choose a slipcovered sofa, so you can toss the cover in the washing machine whenever it needs a refresh. Consider that darker colors will hide stains better, but it might not be the best option if you have a pet with white fur.

If you’re looking for a more neutral-tasting replacement, choose apples, avocado, or pumpkin—banana will lend a stronger flavor to your final product. As a rule of thumb, use unsweetened versions of fruit purees (like unsweetened applesauce) and sub in 1/4 cup of puree for every egg. This substitution works best in cakes, quick breads, muffins, and brownies.

But lately, I’ve been thinking about my reliance on coffee after it was pointed out to me that I turn into a dragon if required to go without (trust me, you don’t want to be the person on that camping trip who left the beans behind) and thought it might be good to cut down for a bit. The problem was that I still wanted something warm and comforting as I went about my morning....

But it works both ways: If exercise can improve what you’ve got, lack of exercise can contribute to a mental health downturn. In fact, just 10 days without fitness can cause our brains to start losing cognitive function, says Dr. Nadelman. Then there’s this particularly unhelpful catch-22: When mood is low (or stress is high), motivation to move is often low too—yet if you don’t move, your mood could suffer even more....

Note: You’ll need to use a specific type of crystal litter, and reviewers recommend replacing the disposable tray with a durable, reusable tray.

Often, we are unaware of how these experiences impact our lives on even the smallest levels. One of the stories I like to share that underscores just how deeply our childhood influences our adult behaviors involves one of my friends and her dear husband, who has an affinity for using a lot of dish soap when he washes the dishes. To protect their identity, even though there is no shame in any of our childhood stories—we did not choose our caregivers—let’s call this wonderful couple Mary and Brian....

Pros: Pine is low-cost, and it takes paint well, so it’s great for kids’ furniture. (The same holds true for birch and poplar.) Pine develops a nice, rustic patina from age and use, and it resists shrinking and swelling. Cons: Pine is a softwood, so it’s prone to scratches and dents. Pros: It’s easily shaped, and it polishes well. Unstained, it has a rich, beautiful color. Cons: Cherry wood is expensive....

With the release of the Hunger Games prequel The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, I thought it would be fun to share some of the best Hunger Games party ideas out there! These encompass all of the books before the prequel but now I need to come up with some fun ideas to go with the newest addition to the collection! Hunger Games Food There are so many ways that you can incorporate the books into your food since well the books are about food and hunger and all that....

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Aphids Aphids are soft, pear-shaped insects with long antennae that destroy plants by using their piercing mouthparts to feed on the plant’s sap. Aphids produce a sugary liquid waste called “honeydew,” which causes a fungus called sooty mold to grow on the honeydew deposits, turning leaves and branches black. It’s at this point that most aphid infestations are noticed. Aphids live in colonies on the undersides of leaves. They are under 1/4-inch long when mature, and they are often nearly invisible to the naked eye....

Recipe to try: Beefsteak Tomato Bread Salad Recipe to try: Tomatoes With Ricotta and Herbs Recipe to try: Roasted Tomatoes with Shrimp and Feta Recipe to try: Green Gazpacho Recipe to try: Linguine With Cherry Tomato Sauce Recipe to try: Tomato-Burrata Toasts

We’ve come up with a stylish holiday wardrobe that can be mixed and matched to create an array of outfits. These festive (and wallet-friendly) looks will take you from making pumpkin pie to a Friendsgiving dinner in a heartbeat.