“Prices tend to be lowest in January and highest in summer,” Palmer says. “If you can wait to buy a home until January and February, you have a better chance of locking down a good deal.” Of course, the best time to buy can depend heavily on your location in the United States, she adds. “Be sure to take a close look at the trends in your area before buying,” Palmer says....
Choosing Ripe Citrus Fruit These warm-hued produce mainstays make for easy picking in the grocery store. When shopping for citrus, avoid choosing fruit that is bruised or browning on the outside. That’s a clear indication it might not be at its best. Feel for fruit that is evenly firm but shows some resistance when you press into it. A lemon that is too firm, for example, won’t release as much juice as a slightly softer lemon....
Available in both a medium and large size, this standing mat is designed to keep your legs and core active throughout the day to relieve tension in your feet, reduce fatigue, and improve focus. The top of the board has massage points for your feet, and the bottom is made from non-slip, natural rubber that stays put on any surface without banging or scratching. You can choose from black, blue, and gray color options....
The notice also states that based on the brand’s investigation to date, it’s “not aware of any adverse health impacts related to this issue.” Still, the brand is asking customers to immediately stop using all The Laundress products in their possession. All of the brand’s laundry detergents and fabric care products, as well as home cleaning products are currently listed as “out of stock” on TheLaundress.com (aside from the Kitchen Soap Bar and Wash & Stain Bar)....
The Linenspa hypoallergenic memory foam pillows come in a pack of two, which means each one is just over $11 right now. The bed pillows have almost 8,700 five-star ratings and hundreds of positive reviews, and after hours of research and testing, our team named them the Best Budget Pillow in their review of The 10 Best Pillows for Every Type of Sleeper. To buy: $23; amazon.com. “These pillows may need a fluff before you sleep, but they are EXCELLENT for the price point....
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups The perennial favorite easily came in first place after it was named the most popular Halloween candy in a whopping 18 states, including densely populated locales such as California, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts. Since just about everyone seems to love the salty and sweet peanut butter and chocolate combo, it’s no surprise that Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups managed to come in second place in a few states as well, including Delaware and Montana....
The study, which was conducted by the University of Surrey, showed that eating while walking prompts us to consume more food later in the day, which could eventually lead to weight gain and obesity. The results were published in the Journal of Health Psychology. Sixty females (both dieters and non-dieters) participated in the study. The participants ate a cereal bar while doing one of three activities: watching a short clip of “Friends,” walking around in a corridor, or talking with a fellow participant....
Reduce food waste, cut back on plastic use, and save money each week with the 24-piece Snapware Total Solution Glass Food Storage Container Set. To buy: $59, amazon.com “After using these containers at my parents’ house to pack up Thanksgiving leftovers, I knew I needed to get a set,” shared our Editorial Director, Kate Geraghty. Three generations of her family have come to depend on this versatile set that is easy to clean and—most importantly—doesn’t absorb and display the shades of previous suppers....
The Takeya Cold Brew Maker is equipped with everything you need to make a perfect cup (aside from the actual coffee), including a BPA-free plastic pitcher, a fine mesh filter, an airtight lid, and a slip-free silicone handle. Its leakproof and shatterproof design is also temperature-resistant to ensure a mess-free pour. And you can get it in two sizes: 1 or 2 quarts which make four or eight servings of coffee respectively....
The set of six cloth storage cubes are made from a sturdy, breathable fabric that’s designed to be collapsible when they’re not in use. Each cube is complete with a handle and can function as bins or drawers, should you want to stick them into a storage cube shelf. They’re large enough to fit everything from books to toys to blankets, measuring in at 11 inches high and 10.5 inches long....
This post was originally written in partnership with Chuck E Cheese back in January 2017. All information has been updated current to 2020. All opinions are 100% honest and my own! Why A Chuck E Cheese Birthday Party? One of the hardest things about not living near my family is not being there for all the special occasions – the concerts, the games, the graduations, and the birthdays. Since we won’t all be together again until who knows when, over Christmas break we decided to have a little Chuck E....
This post is sponsored by Cacique Intimates and includes tracking links. For more information about tracking links and how to opt out, please visit All About Do Not Track and Cacique Intimates’ Privacy Policy prior to clicking any links found in this post. While I normally prefer to travel for longer time periods, I’ve been doing a lot of weekend getaways ever since my son started school last fall. You just can’t get up and leave for weeks at a time when it means taking the kids out of school....
There are several reasons why a simple black dress is a must-have. The color itself is timeless and suitable for almost any occasion, which means you will always have something to wear whether you’re planning your outfit in advance or dressing in a pinch. Plus, even if the design of a black dress is a little more avant-garde, it will still feel like a classic choice. Because little black dresses are so popular, we curated a list of the 15 top styles you can shop online from Nordstrom....
Fortunately, you don’t have to sift through option after option and hope for the best. (Hope isn’t much help after you’ve slipped on a patch of ice in your not-as-great-as-expected boots.) Researchers at iDAPT, the research arm of the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – University Health Network in Toronto, perform comprehensive tests on top snow and ice boots to determine which boots are capable of reducing your risk of slipping and falling on ice in harsh winter conditions....
I’ll admit, I have pretty good hearing. In fact, my mom often jokes that I have “bionic ears” because I can always hear dogs barking outside, chirping birds on my windowsill, and old pipes tapping in the walls. It’s a blessing for situational awareness, but when I need some shut-eye, my ears somehow awaken, becoming my worst nightmare. But since I got the Loop earplugs months ago, they’ve been the only thing that seems to quiet the world around me—and now I’m never giving them up....
To buy: $19; amazon.com. For something so ubiquitous in recipes and meals, garlic can easily be forgotten as the ingredient to spice up and add a hint of oomph to your pasta, chicken with potatoes, and more. That makes keeping a few heads in your kitchen all the more worth it, so keeper jars that make it last longer can be unbelievably helpful. It’s especially important to use jars that promote air circulation, so the best options—like Fox Run’s garlic jar—have ventilation holes to keep garlic fresh and dry....
To buy: $20; amazon.com. “Absolutely in love with this dress. The high quality, soft, stretchy fabric is cut just right so that the dress hangs in a way that is non-clingy,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “The quality of this dress is spot on, and the fit is so very, very comfy,” added another delighted shopper. The swing dress is available in 15 solid colors, neutral patterns, and even a few bright styles in sizes XS to XXL....
Original Publication Date: January 9, 2019 Earlier this week, the Connected Garden Super Sensor was revealed at the annual Consumer Electronics Show. This techy product takes smart gardening to a whole new level—let’s dig into how it works. You begin by putting the product’s sensor into the soil of your garden. The sensor, which works in tandem with an app on your phone, will detect information about that spot in your garden—sunlight exposure, soil moisture, and pH are a few details it’ll pick up....
If you order the bag now, you’ll receive it before Christmas. But holiday travel is not all this lightweight carrier is good for—you can also bring it along to tailgates, potlucks, picnics, and other year-round events. If you plan on bringing a few casserole pans to a function, there’s even a double decker option that holds multiple dishes at once. To buy: $18 with coupon (was $20); amazon.com “So on Christmas Eve, we packed some hot dessert into [the carrier] and covered it in foil to take to my son’s house,” one shopper wrote....
The Dash Mini Waffle Maker allows you to cook and serve your favorite breakfast food, from cinnamon rolls to hash browns, in just a few minutes. (In the spirit of this iron, whip up some pumpkin spiced waffles if you have a little extra time—just add a little pumpkin puree and cinnamon to your batter.) The cooking process couldn’t be more simple: Its surface area is nonstick, which gives you an even cook every time and makes cleanup easy....
