It’s fun to explore the history of any particular day throughout the year. In this case, let’s examine some of the interesting events and occurrences that have taken place on November 3rd. Space Events For whatever reason, a lot of events related to space seem to happen on November 3rd. National Holidays Notable Birthdays Several …

Your home says a lot about where you are in life, even if you don’t always pay attention to it. After graduation, it’s time to trade in those college staples for things that make your space look less like a dorm room and more like a grown-up home. The transition is all about letting go …

If you’ve ever spent way too much time and money at the mechanic’s shop, you probably know the pain of owning a car that seems to always have something wrong with it. But what if I told you that your mechanic is just as frustrated as you are? It turns out some cars are a …

The term “addiction” often brings to mind substances like drugs and alcohol, but did you know food can be just as addictive? If overeaten, foods that are high in sugar, fat, salt, or highly processed ingredients can trigger the brain’s reward system in ways similar to cocaine, heroin, or other hard drugs. Food addiction is not …

Ever feel like you’re paying too much for something but can’t quite put your finger on why? You’re not alone. Overcharging is so baked into certain services that most of us don’t even realize it’s happening. I remember the first time I really noticed, after a car repair, I checked the cost of the part …

Each year, after the craze for Halloween candy is finished and all the costumes have been put away, there are two holidays in the Catholic church designated to honor the dead. The first is All Saints Day on November 1st, and the second is All Souls Day on November 2nd. These days are meant to …

Cleaning a house in ten minutes feels a lot like a pyramid scheme—too good to be true. The word “cleaning” alone might make you sigh, roll your eyes, or mentally compile a list of excuses to avoid it. But keeping a house tidy doesn’t have to mean an all-day, sweat-inducing, back-breaking marathon. Ten minutes is …

Recently, my daughters said they wanted a Mommy-daughter date, each at their own time. Something big stood out to me during our one-on-one conversations: the things they said they were sad or happy about were things I had said to them. I learned one important lesson: the toys will be forgotten, the now messy closets …

When it comes to becoming a U.S. citizen, there are more myths floating around than you might think. Some people believe you can just marry an American and get handed a passport, while others assume it’s all about filling out paperwork and waiting for a few months. The reality? It’s a bit more complicated than …

Have you ever received a gift that made you want to throw it back at the gifter (but your parents raised you better)? No matter how well-intentioned, sometimes “thoughtful gestures” point more to the lack of thought. We’ve all been there—either as the givers of unfortunate gifts or, worse yet, the recipients. It’s not always …