Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 314
September 5, 2011
Put Your Computer to Sleep
To save energy, set your computer to sleep mode after 20 to 30 minutes of inactivity (or a shorter amount of time if you take frequent breaks from your desk). Most computers manufactured in [...]
Obsession: Bath Bombs
Even though summer is supposed to be relaxing, it doesn't always turn out that way. From the constant traveling to the five-day work load with only four days weeks, it can be extremely draining. [...]
September 2, 2011
Long Weekend Links
Have a happy Labor Day and a fantastic long weekend if you have Monday off! So Good and Tasty: Recipe for Brown Butter Zucchini Cornbread Apartment Therapy: Easy ways to add (and change) color [...]
Should Your Pet Go on a Diet?
Touchy question, I know, and one that could even offend. But it's worthwhile asking your vet, as excess weight can lead to health problems farther down the road. In our household, Mr. Monkey, pictured [...]
Peach Hand Pies
Can you believe I haven't baked a pie all summer? I've thought about baking a lot of pies but just haven't gotten around to it. Last weekend my parents came to visit with some [...]
Favorite Finds for Back-to-School
Today is a very big day. It's "Meet the Teacher Day" at the elementary school. We mothers often refer to this as "Get School Supplies Out of Your Dining Room Day." As I pack [...]
September 1, 2011
How to Find Comfortable Shoes
When shopping for heels, the easiest way to guarantee they'll be comfortable is to make sure that you have enough room around your toes. Check these two things when you're shopping to pick the [...]
Welcome to September's Book Club!
Hi, everyone! I'm Krissy Tiglias, a deputy editor on Realsimple.com, and I am excited to be leading–for the first time–this month's discussion. Here on the site, I spend most of my time working on [...]
Pantry Puttanesca
The worst of Hurricane Irene seems to be behind us—at least in the New York area. Last weekend, the city was captivated, as New Yorkers (people not normally accustomed to floods) contemplated evacuating their [...]
Fall 2011′s Most Beloved Classics
Since today marks the start of September, it seems like the perfect time to let you know what Fall basics your closet cannot live without. Check out these timeless pieces that will get you [...]
