Lifestyle
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San Antonio Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Sometimes any excuse to get the kids out of the house is a good one, but when free food is involved, there’s no excuse necessary. San Antonio has many restaurants that offer free or discounted meals for children. Check out our…
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20 Adventures for Thrill-Seeking Senior Travelers
For many, 70 is the new 50, and boomers who have been pushing the envelope — and themselves — since they were kids are not willing to stop just because they’re older. For these hardy souls, many adventures await. Some…
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How Much the Tooth Fairy Has Left Kids Over the Years
For generations, parents have been telling kids with wiggly teeth a tale that would be fairly disturbing if it were true. When a loose tooth finally drops, a mythical fairy sneaks into their house while they’re sleeping, takes the tooth…
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14 Small Home Projects That Can Help Seniors Age in Place
The aging process is rarely kind, and limits to mobility become more pronounced as the years pass. Still, more than two-thirds of adults age 50 and older would prefer to age in place — that is, remain independent in their…
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These 21 College Dorms Are Nicer Than Your House
Years ago, dorms were little more than a place to sleep with a bed and a desk. Today it’s all about housing, and some of that housing is spectacular. Amenities go far beyond a decent fridge and a stove. Think…
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Sick of PB&J? Try These Easy and Creative School Lunch Ideas
These days, many children are exposed to fusion cuisine and multicultural dishes from a very young age. Packing something different from the typical brown-bag lunch is a fun way to incorporate a variety of nutrient-rich foods into their daily diets.…
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15 Most Extravagant Preschools in America
To many families, preschool is a chance for tots to get used to a classroom setting, carry a cute backpack, and make some haphazard art projects. But that’s not always…
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18 Lunch-Box Staples That Are Surprisingly Bad for Your Kids
Fruit roll-ups, granola bars, yogurt tubes and mac n’ cheese cups are just some of the food items marketed to children for lunchtime. Unfortunately, many foods aimed at kids are…
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13 Ways Technology Can Get Your Kids Outside
The abundance of technology available to kids these days — iPhones, iPads, gaming apps, and even televisions — can often be daunting for parents, particularly when it comes to encouraging…
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18 Ways to Distract Your Kids From Technology This Summer
Prying a child away from a smartphone or iPad may be easier said than done, but it can certainly be accomplished. And there’s no better time than summer, when kids…
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Act Like a Kid Again at These 22 Amusements for Adults
While still fun for adults, amusement parks cater primarily to young children, the ones most excited by meeting fictional characters and riding the teacups. But what about the adults —…
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28 Simple Things Today’s Teens Don’t Know How to Do
What time is it? If it’s not a digital watch or a phone screen, some kids are downright stumped. And telling time isn’t the only traditional skill or activity getting…
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10 Amazing Cotton Candy Treats You Won’t Believe
Spun sugar has been a treat around the world for centuries. But it wasn’t until a dentist — of all people — named Dr. William Morrison and confectioner John C.…
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14 Workouts You Can Do With Your Pet and Other Animals
Just like humans need exercise to maintain their health, so do animals. Fortunately, getting fit together is a new trend, with classes popping up in everything from goat yoga to…
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Best Colleges for Seniors in Every State
Many people dream of furthering their education even later in life, and it can be very affordable or even free to do so. One the best perks of getting older…
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25 Things to Buy at Target for Back to School
Ready for back-to-school madness? Even if you’re not, big-box retailers such as Target are. Like arch rival Walmart, Target will be saving some of its best prices on basics such…
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20 Beaches Your Dog Will Love — and So Will You
Nothing beats a trip to the beach, especially when you bring your dog. States such as California and Florida have dozens of dog-friendly beaches, but you can find sandy stretches…
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The Cost of a Wedding in Every State
How much are couples spending on their big day? Nationwide, the average in 2017 was just under $25,800, according to data collected by The Wedding Report. But depending on where…
