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How Not to Ruin Christmas This Year

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UPDATED December 1st, 2016 No one thinks they are going to ruin Christmas, right? As soon as the first Christmas decorations come out, and the very moment that the festive tunes start playing on the radio, you start to gear up for the impending…

For Thanksgiving: 5 Lessons on Gratitude from My Mexican Parents

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When it came to gratitude, my siblings and I learned from an early age that there was nothing worse than being ungrateful. We might not have understood exactly why, but my parents always told us that being malagradecidos was shameful. And…
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Papa, I'll Preach! 17 Father’s Day Quotes to Salute Yours

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Who’s ready for some awesome happy father’s day quotes? Father’s Day is around the corner, and it’s the perfect opportunity to salute the men in your life—fathers, husbands, friends, and siblings—all the dads who have influenced…
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The Mother Road: Route 66 is Still the Place to Get Your Kicks

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Route 66, also known as the Mother Road and the Main Street of America, may have had its heyday years ago, but it’s definitely still worth a drive. Construction of the highway began in 1926 and it became one of the most famous roads in America.…
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Architectural Bliss: The 15 Best Places to Visit in USA

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Incredible architectural landmarks are some of the best places to visit in USA. From classic to contemporary, American architecture is as diverse as our people. It's time to start planning those summer vacations so make sure to include one…
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Less is More: Three Ingredient Recipes that are Secret Weapons

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What would we do without those go-to three-ingredient recipes? You just got home after a long day only to realize you forgot to hit the grocery store, your pantry is bare and take-out won't cut it. Don't panic! Chances are you've got what…
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Wanderlust: Slick Vacation Ideas for 2016

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If you want to make 2016 your best travel year yet but can't come up with awesome vacation ideas, look no further! So far, it's shaping up to be a great year for finding adventure and discovering new places. According to a TripAdvisor poll,…
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Wild at Home: 8 New Types of Exotic Pets You Can Call Your Own

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Attention animal lovers: we have good news for anyone looking for ideas on exotic pets. The options for an animal companion are far more extensive than they used to be. In other words, if you’re in the market for a furry (or slime-y/spike-y/scale-y)…
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Merry Merry, Quite Contrary: Stress Management During the Holidays

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Stress management is a strange variable to contend with during the holidays. After all, the holidays are a time to reconnect with family, to spread joy, show gratitude and to relax as the year winds down. They are a time to give, to indulge…