Commonality: What do these words have in common?
Word Game COMMONALITY: What do these words have in common? SWAY CROP GULF SNIPS STORM CRANK CANARD THRUST BITTERS ANSWER: By changing the last letter of…
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Spring nail color trends to try
It’s finally spring — great news for people who are sick of dark colors and long nights. With the right manicure, you can brighten up literally any…
Lamp repair 101: A quick DIY tutorial
Old lamps are easy to find — junk shops, flea markets, antique stores and yard sales are full of them. Some might be hideous, but others might look great…
Jump rope activities for kids
Jumping rope is a great way for kids to get some outdoor exercise and engage their brains, whether they do it solo or with friends. And since jump ropes…
Indoor garden systems offer growing options
No outdoor space to garden? No problem. With a well-designed indoor garden system to fit your space, budget and needs, you can grow and enjoy fresh…
Facing the mess: First, make your bed
When your house is a mess and you feel too overwhelmed to clean, take a breath. You’re not lazy — you’re busy, and everyone knows that cleaning kind of…
Teach your kids how to love reading
Reading is great for kids. Pediatricians, educators, child psychologists and every other relevant expert agree on that. It exercises their brains,…
Keep it simple with pre-spring cleaning
There’s no reason to wait until spring to do a top-to-bottom deep clean of your home. Save the stress and energy and start early with smaller tasks that…
Sidewalk chalk games solve kid boredom
It’s only February, but the novelty from new Christmas toys has long passed and the kids claim to be bored again. One easy (and cheap) solution: sidewalk…
Ice dams can damage walls in the attic and living space in the house
Step outside the day after it snows and see how your roof looks. If you see that snow has melted on one or more parts of the roof, watch out! You could…