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March 28, 2014
Try This Now: Baby Kale
Looking for a great way to sneak more greens into your diet? Clamshell containers of baby kale are widely available in the produce aisle, helping you to get this healthy green into your meals by the handful without any prep.
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March 27, 2014
Bookmark This Blog: Atlas Obscura
Would you be a travel junkie if not for your budget? Check out Atlas Obscura to get your thrill-seeking fill from the comfort of your couch. Via lush photographs and first-person accounts, the site explores exciting locales off the beaten path, like a Tibetan temple populated by hundreds of monkeys and an abandoned West Virginia amusement park built on a Native American […]
An Easy Way to Make the Most of Your Job References
According to a recent Career Builder study, one in five Americans plan on leaving their jobs for new ones this year. If you too are on the hunt for your dream job—or, at least, less of a nightmare job—a great resume and fantastic interview may not be enough to secure the position. It could come down to the references you […]
10 Ways to Make Every Day a Great Hair Day by Fox News Magazine
Do you know someone whose hair always looks perfect? It’s probably less that they were born with lovely locks (though that never hurts!), and more that they know the tricks of taming unruly hair. While contemplating my mane problems, I came across this piece from Fox News Magazine that provides simple tips to combat any hair issue. From washing your hair […]
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March 26, 2014
Wednesday Trivia: Your Brain on Knitting
Is knitting the “new” walking? According to CNN.com, the craft may be linked to improving mood, deceasing anxiety, and may even prevent against dementia. In fact, a survey of more than 3,500 knitters found that 81% of respondents with depression reported feeling happy after knitting. More than half reported feeling “very happy.” To learn more about the science behind the […]
What Should You Read Next?
For an avid reader, there are few things worse than finishing a great novel without having your next book lined up. Luckily, there are plenty of solutions for that. These three ideas are free, easy, and sure to deliver a great option for your on-deck circle. Bookbub Keep your reading list and your wallet full by using Bookbub to find […]
How to Decorate With Radiant Orchid
Each year, Pantone, the world’s authority on color, declares a color “color of the year.” This year’s hue: radiant orchid. The vibrant color, which combines purple, fuchsia, and pink undertones, may make for a stunning dress, but can you incorporate it into your décor? 
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