Category: Life at home
Once you close on your new home, the fun can begin! We’re sharing recipes, holiday ideas and more to help you get the most out of your living space.
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Back-to-school Lunch Ideas
Read more: Back-to-school Lunch IdeasSummer is winding down and school bells will soon be ringing. That means it’s time, once again, to brainstorm delicious, nutritious lunch ideas for your star student. Check out these simple, satisfying suggestions to beat lunch box boredom and promote productivity throughout the afternoon. Think beyond the sandwich. If your son or daughter loves PB&J or…
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3 Ideas for Planning the Perfect Picnic
Read more: 3 Ideas for Planning the Perfect PicnicSummer is winding down and school supplies line the store shelves. Now is the time to enjoy the outdoors before the weather shifts in many areas of the country. And what better way to make the most out of warm days than a picnic? Summer picnic planning can be as simple or as elaborate as…
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4th of July BBQ Ideas
Read more: 4th of July BBQ IdeasThe 4th of July is the highlight of the BBQ season. Are you ready for it? If you need a little inspiration, check out these ideas collected from some of our favorite bloggers, pinners and party planners. Create a (tastefully) star-spangled menu. Pinterest is flooded with red, white and blue cakes, kebabs, candies, salsa, cookies, ice…
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5 Fun Summer Activities for Kids
Read more: 5 Fun Summer Activities for KidsSchool’s out and the kids are home for the summer. Now what? Left to their own devices, many kids will spend all day using devices—like a computer, tablet or TV. If you’re looking for some more active, educational and creative alternatives for young children, check out some of our favorite ideas for summer fun at…
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Easy Valentine’s Day Treats
Read more: Easy Valentine’s Day TreatsShort on time, but big on sentiment? Well, you’ll be pleased to learn that preparing confections for the object of your affection doesn’t have to take a lot of time or effort. Here are five easy Valentine’s Day treats that your special someone will absolutely LOVE. You won’t have to bake your heart out, but…
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Quick Game Day Snack Ideas
Read more: Quick Game Day Snack IdeasGathering friends and family to watch Sunday’s big game? Serve up these quick and delicious snacks to score points with your starting lineup: Triple Pork Sliders from The Food Network Kick off your pigskin party with this winning combination of garlic, shallots, pork, chorizo and savory applewood smoked bacon. Add a dab of the accompanying…
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Healthy Appetizer Recipes for 2014
Read more: Healthy Appetizer Recipes for 2014The New Year is a time for family, friends and food. But it’s also a time for resolutions, many of which revolve around healthy eating and weight loss. Whether you’re planning a grand gathering or an intimate dinner party this New Year’s Eve, fresh flavorful ingredients prepared in a healthful manner (i.e., hello, lean proteins…
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3 Tips for Keeping an Energy-efficient House This Winter
Read more: 3 Tips for Keeping an Energy-efficient House This WinterFalling temperatures don’t have to send your energy costs skyward. Use these simple energy conservation techniques to keep your home comfortable and penny-wise all winter long. 1. Cover (or replace) drafty windows. If you don’t have low-e, high-performance windows, you may have a not-so-slow leak in your heating budget—as much as 25% of your bill.…
