Fall is here, and the scents of cinnamon, roasted veggies, and simmering broths are calling our names. While everyone is excited for crisp fall air, pumpkin patch wanders, and finally pulling out a few cozy sweaters, we can’t forget about the joy that comes from a homemade, hearty meal. You don’t need to be a …

Baking can’t be that hard, now, can it? You only need to mix up the cake batter and slide it into the oven, and voilà, you’ve got a masterpiece. Except, reality isn’t always so Pinterest-perfect. Sometimes, the baked goodies come out looking like the oven has a personal vendetta against you. Baking is less “whip …

Certain habits back in the day are quickly becoming irrelevant. Technology is advancing at such a rapid pace these days that it’s hard to keep up, and it’s leaving many previously important ways of life in the dust. People in an online forum discussed things that will become significantly less popular when the baby boomer …

We learn new things to improve at work, get one step closer to that coveted promotion, exercise our cognitive muscles, or just fit in and have something interesting to say during conversations at the yearly class reunion party. But does every skill we learn have to be for a goal? Or can it just be …

The youngest millennials, now around 27 years old, have moved far beyond the label of children. Despite reaching an age associated with independence and responsibility, a soaring number of millennials have decided to return home and live with their parents for various reasons, whether in a basement, guest house, or a spare bedroom. While this …

October has always had a unique energy. For some, it’s the vibrant colors of the leaves, for others, it’s the way the cooler air seems to clear the mind. But have you ever noticed that October tends to feel like a month when things just seem to fall into place? In fact, many people often …

Chances are very high that you have never looked at your freezer and wondered, “Am I using that right?” We use most everyday items the way we found them being used, no questions asked. Because of this, it’s likely some items that we rely on daily aren’t reaching their full potential. You might be shocked …

“You don’t look a day after 25” is probably one of the best compliments anyone can get- well, that is, as long as they’re years past 25. While it’s a blessing that we all age with the passing of each day, doing so gracefully is a spirited pursuit for many people. Aging is a natural …

You’ve probably heard the saying, “The older, the wiser.” As we grow older, there are many things we hold close to our hearts. We’ve seen the world in all its shades and colors, and realize that things we once took for granted can be life-changing and fulfilling to pour our energy into. With age comes …

What’s in your fridge? The refrigerator is a vital food storage spot in the home, but sometimes, things end up tucked in there that shouldn’t be. Some common items can actually lose their flavor, texture, and nutritional value or get damaged if they’re kept at too low of a temperature. On the other hand, certain …