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4 Ways to Keep Gifts Organized This Holiday Season

With the holidays almost upon us, you might be starting to panic about your shopping list. It seems like it balloons every year; suddenly there are another five people to buy for. And if figuring out what to get everyone (and funding the shopping spree) isn’t stressful enough, then there’s… Read more

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The Ultimate Holiday Dinner Feast

Preparing your first holiday dinner—without any help—can be a daunting task. From basting the turkey to perfecting the stuffing, there’s a lot to do in a matter of a few hours. If your kitchen is on the smaller side, every task becomes even more cumbersome. That is, if you aren’t… Read more

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6 Small Gift Ideas for Friends or Co-Workers

We’ve all been there: it’s the week before Christmas, and you’re scrambling to find gifts for everyone…and not just your significant other. You also have a Secret Santa coming up at work, and you have no idea what to get your cubemate. There’s most likely a limit on what you… Read more

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5 Tips for Caring for Pet Fish

Goldfish are good starter pets for children due to their short life spans and relatively low-maintenance routine, but don’t mistake low maintenance for no maintenance. True, you won’t have to endure early morning wakeup calls like you would with a puppy or scoop a litter box every day as cat… Read more

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Pack Like a Pro—Learn How to Fit More in Your Suitcase

Pack Like a Pro—Learn How to Fit More in Your Suitcase Every seasoned traveler has busted a zipper or two in her day. It’s a rite of passage for a novice packer. But you can skip the novice stage and advance right to expert with just a few simple tricks…. Read more