You may be deep into your summer routine of lazy afternoons at the beach, family day trips and bedtimes postponed in favor of firefly-chasing, but back-to-school season is already in full swing. And, any way you slice it, it’s going to be expensive! Between new backpacks, textbooks, a long list of supplies and a fresh […]
Raising children is a constant balancing act. You want to provide structure and stability, but you also don’t want to run a militant household. It’s important to you that you show you care about your child’s whereabouts and choices, but you don’t want to be a helicopter parent. You want your kids to do well […]
Left your wallet at home? No worries; you can still pay for those purchases! Just use your phone. Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and other mobile wallets are revolutionizing the checkout experience by blending two developments in payment infrastructure to save you time: near-field communication (NFC) and token encryption. Approximately one-third of all payment terminals nationwide […]
The kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s where we spend many hours whipping up delectable dishes to please every palate and food plan. It’s where we catch a quick morning chat over coffee and linger over dinners together in the early evening. The kitchen is where it’s at. It’s also the area of the home that […]
June is the month of sun-kissed beaches, dripping ice cream cones, backyard BBQs … and spectacular sales. There’s lots to celebrate this month, but June sales aren’t just for “dads and grads.” If you know what to look for, you can find great deals on all kinds of stuff during the first month of summer. […]
We know that stress can affect our health in many ways, sometimes causing heart disease, obesity, asthma and diabetes. But did you know the brain is also physically impacted by stress? Neuroscientists at the University of California, Berkeley, have found that chronic stress triggers long-term changes in brain structure and function. Neuroeconomics, a fascinating sub-specialty […]
Memorial Day is the traditional start of summer in the U.S., and for many of us that means time spent outdoors, swimming, picnics and travel. Here are some tips to help keep your family healthy, happy, and far from the ER this summer. Not Looking Forward To Swimsuit Season? If you’re wanting to lose weight, […]
Nothing says “summer’s coming” like the mouthwatering smell of a flaming barbecue blowing through the neighborhood. Whether you churn out the best burgers on the block from a modest charcoal grill or your Weber’s been squatting on your deck all winter, we’ve got you covered. Here are 15 genius grilling hacks that will take your […]