Your time is your money, but freeing yourself from a time-consuming, water-thirsty lawn can still be a hard decision to make. Our American mind’s eye sees traditional homes paired with sprawling green, grassy lawns as the quintessential aesthetic to strive…
Spending more time outside being active is a big part of summer. But the flurry of activity can also lead to a variety of injuries, many tied to sudden overuse, repetitive motion, or engaging in sports that your body is…
When’s the last time your kids played hopscotch or jumped rope? It seems a whole generation — or two — of games have been eclipsed thanks to new rules and changing habits. Here’s a nostalgic look back at the days…
It’s no secret that a dog is man’s best friend. And what’s better than being able to bring your best friend to work with you? Pets in the office can reduce perceived stress and make employees more relaxed, according to…
These days, PR fumbles and full-blown scandals are just as likely to ensnare celebrities as they are to trip up companies and politicians. And while some stars find they just can’t shake their tarnished reputation, others manage to bounce back…
Romance is usually a private affair, but there have been many instances throughout history when a loving embrace between two people — whether real or fictional — became famous in the public sphere as well. The most enduring have been…
Dinner with kids can be struggle, whether it’s having the time to prepare a healthy meal at home or getting them to actually eat anything. Many restaurants in the Baltimore…
Raising kids is no easy feat, and it’s time you give yourself a little break. Take the night off from cooking and treat the family to dinner at one of…
Americans waste a lot of food. The Natural Resources Defense Council estimates that American households discard a whopping $218 billion worth each year — an average of $1,800 per household. Many…
When beach season starts to seem less like a dream and more like a deadline, regret may start to grow that winter’s comfort foods weren’t dropped long before the weather…
Hand-crafted toys are a delight for not only cats, but owners, too. Cat toys can be endearingly cute and surprisingly simple to make at home, and making them gives cat parents time…
Everyone knows not to leave a pet in a hot car during the summer — but there’s much more to keeping pets safe during the warmer months. Whether you’re planning…
When it comes to vaping, it can be hard to hear past the biased chatter from both sides to understand the actual drawbacks and potential benefits of this technology —…
If you’re still heading to the gym for that same old half-hour on the elliptical or treadmill – or worse, making excuses and not going at all – it might…
It’s only a matter of time before a child begins reaching for a phone to watch videos or spending increasing amounts of time playing on an iPad. Kids are getting…
Plain water can get boring, especially during the dog days of summer, when it’s a challenge to stay hydrated. Each liter of these infusions only use a few low-cost ingredients,…
If you’ve been paying for your kids’ meals, you’re doing it wrong. The Sacramento area has a wide variety of restaurants where kids can eat free depending on the day…
Just another day at the beach? Not on this list, though we will spotlight at least one beach that offers more than just swimming. We’re talking dude ranches and art…