How to Choose Stocking Stuffers People Will Actually Use
Entertainment, Life
In the rush of last-minute Christmas shopping, finding great stocking stuffers can be surprisingly difficult. It's all too easy to go for those random throw away items like decorative soaps, kitschy toys or miniature books featuring pigs in…
9 Ways to Give Gifts to Total Strangers this Year
Entertainment, Life
It’s hard enough getting presents for people you actually know, but what about gifts for strangers? Hard. If you are participating in a Secret Santa with coworkers or celebrating the holidays with people you’ve never met before, here are…
How to Win at Your Office Secret Santa this Year
Money, Work
The Secret Santa gift exchange is a holiday tradition in many offices. It definitely takes the pressure off of having to come up with an individual card or gift for everyone but it can still be pretty stressful. Especially if you wind up with…
10 Reasons We Can't Wait to See 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'
Entertainment, Life, Slider
Star Wars: The Force Awakens hits theaters on December 18 and we can hardly contain our excitement! Disney released the first teaser last year on the day after Thanksgiving and, after a year of buildup, the buzz has reached a fever pitch with…
Celebrate Las Posadas With These Festive Treats
Hosting and Holidays, Menus, Recipes
Las Posadas is a holiday tradition that is commemorated throughout Mexico, Latin America, and the United States from December 16-24. Las Posadas is a time when guests gather to celebrate with music, the smashing of a piñata, rich savory foods,…
10 Surprising Reasons Why You Have a Swollen Face
Family Health, Featured Stories, Health
It's the worst! Waking up and gazing in the mirror at your puffy, swollen face does nothing for your self esteem. Facial swelling doesn't exactly make you feel pretty but sometimes it can be a sign you have a medical issue. Luckily, most of…
Sojourning Right: 10 Winter Vacation Ideas that are Non-Tourist Traps
Money, Slider, Traveling
Usually the go-to winter vacation ideas involve beaches or skiing. Unfortunately, when everyone is thinking the same thing those destinations can be crowded and pricey. Once you've made it through the hectic holiday season — battling crowds…
Brine Master: How to Make Your Own Pickled Foods
Featured Stories, Recipes
Not only do pickled foods taste good, but it seems everyone is talking about how good pickled foods are for you as well. Pickles, sauerkraut, kimchee and other fermented foods, which can last in your fridge a lot longer than non-pickled foods,…
Tea Tutorial: Drinking Tea Properly for Every Occasion
Drinks, Recipes, Slider
Drinking tea gets lost in the shuffle with the coffee hoopla out there. And with so many types of teas out there to choose from, which tea should you be drinking or offering guests at a certain time of the day? Below is a mini tutorial for…