To select the right one, start by making a list of your priorities: Is the best mailbox for you a lockable one that keeps your mail and packages safe until you can retrieve them, a freestanding one that can hold large or multiple parcels, made from a material that can withstand rain, snow, or intense sun, or one that shows off a fun color or looks like a piece of garden art?...
Saucy Simmered Eggs These delicious, saucy eggs take after the dish shakshuka but swap in Italian spices and a jar of marinara. Easy Dinners Steamed Clams With Garlic Toasts Steamed clams seem impossible to make at home, but they’re not. This dish is both easy and quick. Chicken and Potatoes With Brown Butter Sauce For extra tender and juicy meat, make sure to first sear the chicken skin before baking the thighs....
If you have a handle on these essential interview tips and to-dos from seasoned hiring managers—for before, during, and after your interview—you’ll automatically set yourself up for success. Once you’ve brushed up on the company and industry, do some sleuthing into your interviewer’s career background. Not only will this give you general context, but it could also provide key talking points. People love making connections. You might learn through their LinkedIn that they attended the same university as your brother or started their career working for someone you’ve always admired (perfect to mention and ask about in your interview if the opportunity comes up)....
Many of the plants we associate with the holidays have special symbolism dating back centuries, while others have only recently reached Christmas decor status. So, whether you’re looking for a bit of extra luck this holiday season, trying to find a seasonally appropriate gift for someone on your list, or just hoping to make your interiors feel more merry and bright, there’s a plant out there for you. Below, learn about 18 picture-perfect Christmas flowers and plants—and the meanings behind them....
Growing Conditions: Full sun in medium moisture, well-drained soil Size: From 6 to 30 feet tall and wide, depending on variety Buy It: Prairie Fire Flowering Crabapple Tree Bare Root ($25, The Home Depot) Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in medium moisture, well-drained soil Size: Up to 10 feet tall Buy It: Eastern Redbud Tree with Pink Blossoms ($30, The Home Depot) Growing Conditions: Full sun in medium moisture, well-drained soil Size: From 6 to 25 feet tall and wide, depending on variety Buy It: Coral Pink Sioux Crape Myrtle Tree ($37, The Home Depot) Name: Cornus florida selections Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in medium moisture, well-drained soil Size: From 15 to 30 feet tall and wide, depending on variety Buy It: White Flowering Dogwood Tree ($35, Lowe’s) Name: Cornus kousa selections Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in medium moisture, well-drained soil Size: From 15 to 30 feet tall and wide, depending on variety Buy It: Kousa Japanese Dogwood ($10, Etsy) Test Garden Tip: Do some research before buying a magnolia to make sure you have the best selection for your climate....
You can sort through the steep discounts by categories, including sofas, area rugs, outdoor seating, vanity mirrors, planters, wall art, and more. Pick a section to reveal dozens of pieces available for less than usual for a limited time. Many are already marked down by as much as half-off (you might even find higher discounts if you scour closely), so the additional 20 percent discount is just a bonus. Whether you’re hoping to redecorate your living room or spruce up your dining area, AllModern has tons of deals to help you do so....
The beauty of no-carve pumpkin designs is that they can be painted, engraved, embedded, pasted-on, and more. So, if your crafting skills lie in more traditional forms of decoration, no-carve pumpkins are definitely the way to go. No-carve options are also the safer alternative when decorating pumpkins with kids, keeping little fingers far from the sharp knives and poke tools. Another perk of no-carve pumpkins? Your pumpkins might last longer....
This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase anything via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. We are big Harry Potter fans in my household. A few years ago we visited Hogwarts at Universal Studios and had a blast! Staying at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel was one of the highlights of the trip. Reminiscing about that trip got me in the wizarding spirit....
While experienced bread bakers might turn to sourdough starters when they are out of yeast, we wanted to find a way to get our homemade bread fix without that much work. We turned to Jennifer Tyler Lee, author of Half the Sugar, All the Love: 100 Easy, Low Sugar Recipes for Every Meal of the Day, for her recommendations on easy substitutes for making bread when you can’t find yeast....
Creative 30th Birthday Gifts for Men 30th Birthday Ideas for Him Here’s a list of what I included in my 30 days of 30. I know some of these are kind of boring like his favorite snack but really who doesn’t love to be surprised with their favorite snack? I’d love you forever if you surprised me with chocolate covered cinnamon bears. Anyway, back to the list. Unique 30th Birthday Ideas for Men 1 – Something from the year he was born (1984) – Tetris Jenga Game 2 – Jar filled with 30 of his favorite treats 3 – A playlist (kind of like a mix tape) of 30 songs that remind me of him or an iTunes gift card with a list of songs to buy 4 – An iPhone armband for working out 5 – These date night cards (one for every week of the year – my husband loved them) 6 – His favorite snack (these are my husband’s) 7- A punchcard with 30 boxes to punch, each one for an hour of time whenever they want it 8 – A photo book with pages for each of their 30 years 9 – A list of 30 things you love about them 10 – Some sort of clothing/accessories like socks, tie, etc....
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to get organized, take advantage of storage markdowns such as $65 off a set of five collapsible hyacinth baskets or 60 percent off this commercial-grade triple laundry sorter. But the savings don’t stop there. Looking to upgrade your small kitchen appliances? Grab a mini Frigidaire retro fridge for $25 or a portable countertop ice maker for $110. If you’re in the market for the ultimate all-in-one appliance, opt for the Ninja Foodi 12-in-1 multi-cooker while it’s $150 off....
1. Choose a built-in soap dispenser. A little change that makes a big difference, installing a built-in soap dispenser banishes that ever-present bottle of dish soap from your counter for good. Not only will you clear the beside-the-sink clutter, but you won’t have to worry about the bottle falling into the sink constantly (so annoying). While you’re at it, why not upgrade your suds to your favorite scent or brand? You can buy a bulk size now that you’re pouring it into the dispenser, so it will save you money on soap refills over time....
While it may be tempting to try to hold on to your old car for a few more miles, make sure it’s not costing you more money than it’s worth. After all, when you need a car, you need a car. For those who live in sprawling suburbs or far away from the workplace, public transportation may not be a reliable backup. And extreme weather conditions might prevent a year-round biking commute....
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Truth is, some chemical-based cleaners are dangerous if not handled correctly. Here are some common mistakes to avoid, along with the right way to store all of the new additions to your cleaning supply stash. RELATED: 7 Cleaning Mistakes That Are Actually Unsafe If you can, limit the chemical cleaners to high-touch surfaces (countertops, doorknobs, faucets) and continue to use more natural solutions on other areas, such as windows and mirrors....
Before you shop… Up to 40 percent of food in the United States goes to waste, and about 40 percent of that waste happens at home, per the Natural Resources Defense Council. “When food goes to waste, so do all the resources it takes to get that food on our plates, including land, energy, water, fertilizer, and labor,” says Elizabeth Balkan, NRDC’s food waste director. Buy only the amount of food you need to make the meals you’re planning....
That’s why it’s important not only to stretch your hips, but to do active hip exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and mobility. What’s the difference between a hip stretch and a hip exercise, and between hip flexibility versus mobility? A simple distinction: think passive versus active. “Hip flexibility is defined as length through range of motion while mobility points to more targeted strength and control of the muscle as it completes a movement pattern,” Corgel explains....
Strategists say there’s no need to wait a lifetime. Instead, it’s easier than ever to create a plan to plot your resignation, leave your current employer on good terms, and make a steady income on your own. Ahead, money and employment experts Delyanne Barros and Dana Sitar share five steps you absolutely have to take if you want to quit your job and never look back. “Take advantage of resources in your day job before you leave,” Sitar says....
However, if you’re in possession of an ever-popular slow cooker, you’re in luck. The beloved appliance that can make chicken tostadas and chipotle short ribs with little more than the touch of a button, can also prepare several breakfast options. Since the slow cooker cooks food, well, slowly, you can prep everything before you go to bed and let the slow cooker do all the work while you get some shuteye....
And of course, practice good hand washing, avoid those who are sick, and get vaccinated for COVID-19, the flu, and pneumonia (if of age) for further protection. Cardiovascular exercise is the best way to do that and requires no more than 20 to 30 minutes a day (or some equivalent spread out through the week). “You want to create an aerobic demand,” says personal trainer Gunnar Peterson, CSCS, CPT. “This can be incline walking or even adding a few aerobic moves to your strength [training]....
