More Americans are getting their COVID-19 vaccinations every day, hopefully bringing us closer to the pandemic’s end. And while that should be incentive enough to get the shot, some companies and states are starting to sweeten the deal with freebies,…
For our third installment of pet photos after “Pets Working From Home” and “Staycationing Pets,” we got only dog pics — but we aren’t too upset about that, and neither should you be after seeing just how cute these stars-and-stripes-adorned…
Working from home can either be a welcome change or a challenging exercise in futility, but having a co-worker who walks on four legs is pretty fantastic no matter which of those two groups you fall into. To that end,…
With studies suggesting that patients with COVID-19 who are deficient in vitamin D have poorer outcomes than those who have normal vitamin D levels, people are now asking how to pump up their levels of the important nutrient. But vitamin…
Whether you’re missing your far-flung family and realize you need to see them (in real life) again now that you’re vaccinated or your family has recently expanded and you want everyone to meet, family reunions will play into a lot…
Unlike food labels such as “natural” and “free range,” use of the word “organic” is strictly regulated. The U.S. Department of Agriculture certifies products as organic if they meet a set of standards, including, but not limited to, using 100…
Settling down away from the hubbub of a big city may seem like a slower, less taxing way of life. But in reality, Americans in urban areas tend to live…
A park that allows dogs is one thing, but a genuine, bona fide dog park is a whole different day of adventure with your canine. The best dog parks aren’t…
It may be 2021, but some of the antiquated and downright bizarre laws that remain in place around the world (or that have recently been enacted) would make you think…
Spring is here, and it’s time to spruce up your outdoor living space with a wood, metal, or vinyl pergola. A DIY pergola kit can give your yard a focal…
As a group, baby boomers — people born between 1946 and 1964 and who are now between 57 and 75 years old — have been a dominant force when it…
While you may be willing to take on DIY projects around the house, you may not realize how many of them you’re overlooking when it comes to fixing purchases you’ve…
You don’t need to spend a fortune to give your home a facelift that will add value and give it a fresh new look. These simple projects for the kitchen,…
When it comes to wedding attire, much more planning — not to mention budget — typically goes into the bride’s gown than the groom’s garb. But that doesn’t mean the…
When the U.S. government began reporting vaccine data on Jan. 13, no state had vaccinated more than 5% of its population (South Dakota was leading at that time, with 4.8%…
“Spring cleaning” is a term that can intimidate all but the most seasoned neat freaks, but it doesn’t have to be that way. We talked to professional cleaners and organizers…
Planning a wedding can be stressful. Every detail must be analyzed, then analyzed again — flowers, food, favors, and more. You can make things easy on yourself by choosing a…
Due to the pandemic, most of us won’t be able to gather family and friends together (indoors, at least) for a traditional Easter dinner this year. Brunch might be a…