Comfort, connection, and a cornucopia of entertainment. Let’s face it: There’s a reason why we feel most at home in the living room. Or, is it called the family room? It’s a little confusing, right? For years, the terms “living room” and “family room” have been used interchangeably. Thanks to the rise of city apartments and tiny homes, many people no longer reside in sprawling spaces, complete with separate rooms for each title....
You give Max plenty of yummy bones to chew on practically whenever he wants, so why do you keep finding them buried in the yard, hidden under blankets, or at the bottom of the dirty clothes pile? “Dogs bury bones mainly out of instinct,” says Dr. Chyrle Bonk, a veterinary spokesman at Doggiedesigner.com, a dog owner’s resource. Dr. Bonk explains that in the wild, dogs live from meal to meal, never knowing where or when they’ll eat next....
Happy 2/2/22! Today is no ordinary date, and not just because it’s exceptionally fun to write. In numerology, the 222 sequence of numbers is believed to be charged with special energy. Number sequences with repetition, often referred to as Angel Numbers, represent duality, partnership, relationship, and balance. According to Allure, sequences of twos could mean that someone is helping you get where you need to go. As astrologer Kate Rose writes for YourTango, “each zodiac sign will feel something unique” today, and it “may reveal most in the areas of love and relationships....
Everyone enjoys watching the beautiful Northern Cardinal, whether an amateur bird watcher or a seasoned ornithologist. Colorful and musical, this lively and popular songbird (it is the state bird of seven states) won’t leave home just because it gets a bit cold down South. Our region is home to many birds who are permanent residents throughout the year. The mourning doves, bobwhites, goldfinches, and various types of hawks and owls are just a few types of fowl that stay close to home in the winter....
Like many celebrities, Willie Nelson has stepped up in a major way to help coronavirus relief efforts (check out the video below about his virtual Farm Aid concert). Now, we’re amazed to learn about one especially touching way the Red Headed Stranger has pitched in to help others during these uncertain times. In early March, as concerns about coronavirus in our country began to escalate rapidly, Houston resident Tanya Boike, who had attended the Houston Rodeo where Nelson performed before the event shut down, was inspired to help....
A family farm in Middle Tennessee is home to the fanciest corn maze in the country. Forget date night at Applebee’s this fall. Instead, head 30 minutes north of Nashville to Springfield and get lost in Honeysuckle Hill Farm’s Walker Hayes corn maze. That’s right, the 200-acre farm has a corn maze in the shape of the “Fancy Like” crooner’s mug. Etched in the cornfield is “Nashville <3’s Walker Hayes,” along with the logo for 103....
Although a trip to the nail salon is relaxing, your dedication to that biweekly gel manicure or acrylic filling can lead to brittle nails. It’s time to stop the cycle. Here are four ways to get healthy nails. Go shorter! A major snip can remove any broken bits from your nail bed. Once your nails are reshaped, don’t rush back to that gel or acrylic habit. Instead, stick to a simple lacquer routine for at least a month....
A Florida family’s Memorial Day weekend fishing trip would have ended in tragedy if not for the heroic actions of a brave young boy. Steven Poust took his two young children—Chase, 7 and Abigail, 4—fishing in St. Johns River in Jacksonville Friday. He told WJXT that he anchored his boat while he fished and the kids swam around in the water. Abigail, who was hanging on to the back of the boat, reportedly lost her grip in a strong current....
Santa Claus has always been a hot commodity during Christmastime, but this year, the nation’s supply of St. Nicks is struggling to meet the demand for big white beards and friendly knees. According to a new report from Today, companies that specialize in booking entertainers to play Santa Claus are experiencing “skyrocketing demand” and full calendars. “Well, right now, as we’re heading into December we’re pretty much sold out on all weekends across the country,” HireSanta founder Mitch Allen told Today....
Ten days after undergoing open-heart surgery to correct a heart condition, singer Amy Grant took to social media with an update on her “miraculous” recovery. In her message, Grant, 59, thanked her friends and fans for their prayers and compared the experience to being “a non-runner who was signed up for a marathon.” “As people heard about the surgery, I started getting messages: ‘I’m praying for you’ …‘I’m praying for you....
Major League Soccer team Charlotte FC played their home opener on Saturday and were welcomed by the largest crowd in MLS history. Saturday’s attendance clocked in at 74,479 fans, almost 1,500 more fans than the previous record of 73,019 at the 2018 MLS Cup match. And all 74,479 of those fans were needed when unexpected technical difficulties caused singer Michelle Brooks-Thompson’s mic to cut out during her performance of the national anthem....
Inez Miller was a woman of few words, but the way she brought people into her kitchen was something worth talking about. This lady with impeccable curls and honey-colored eyes was a maker in every sense of the word. She gardened. She quilted. She collected blue ribbons for her prizewinning pickles. “The kitchen was her happy place,” remembers Ashleigh Shanti, Miller’s great-granddaughter. Shanti is former chef de cuisine at Benne on Eagle in Asheville, North Carolina, and now the owner and chef of upcoming Good Hot Fish, a casual fish house in the city....
We love an unlikely friendship story, and the one between a young Florida girl and her favorite Publix grocer may be one of our new favorites. We all have our regular spots—those places we visit every week where we inevitably run into the same people. For Rachel Smith of Fort Myers, Florida, that place was Publix. She visited the same grocery store every Saturday for years, since before her daughter Fiona, now 6, was born....
There’s no one like Julia Child. The pioneering television personality, accomplished chef, and author will always be one of the culinary world’s most impactful figures. Even almost 20 years after her passing, she continues to inspire new generations of home chefs to embrace her can-do spirit and bring fearlessness to the kitchen. Now, the culinary superstar is getting another moment in the limelight with a new HBO Max series called Julia....
Bold statement: The end of the Pub Sub is the best part. We know a few naysayers who hold that the middle is the preferred portion of the Southern-favorite sandwich, but we say no, it’s the end. Why? Let us convince you. We have three compelling reasons, but we’re sure there are plenty more—we’re talking about the beloved Pub Sub, after all. It’s not just a sandwich; it’s an experience....
When I asked my readers on Facebook what houseplant they always seemed to kill, thousands longed to confess. Vegecide is rampant throughout the land, as folks abandon plants given as gifts or mismanage those they bring inside from their gardens. Each demise usually results from one of three causes. Reasons Houseplants Fail Too Much Water Most houseplants need watering about once a week. It might only be once a month for plants that store water in their leaves and stems, such as succulents....
Water lilies, plants in the genus Nymphaea, are aquatic blooms that grow in ponds and water gardens. Their green lily pads spread out across the surfaces of freshwater environs and, when warm weather arrives each year, their blooms have spiky, brightly colored petals. They have floating leaves and floating blossoms—those are the showy bits, the parts that will have you oohing and aahing over your water garden once they emerge. But while these perennials appear on the surface of waters in tropical and temperate regions, their roots do need soil to survive....
Biting into a slice of perfectly ripe watermelon is one of the pure joys of summer in the South. At its best, watermelon sports a delightful sweetness that is balanced with subtle sour and bitter notes. It is simultaneously juicy and crisp, and best of all, it’s refreshing (thanks to its 92 percent water content) when temperatures climb. At its worst, watermelon can be tasteless, mealy, and a letdown when you’re anticipating a sweet, bright triangle (or collection of cubes) on your potluck plate....
I can still remember when nail polish stickers—also known as nail wraps—first came out, because I was at CVS with my mother and insisted upon taking home two different packs: one was bright coral red (which is still my favorite nail color; all hail OPI Cajun Shrimp) and one was a funky tie-dye pattern that would perfectly match my sequin purse from Limited Too. When I applied them at home, it was dodgy work at best, partly due to my inherent lack of experience and partly because they just weren’t the size, width, or shape of my nails....
For some, Christmas dinner isn’t complete without a slice of rich, velvety cheesecake to cap off the meal. But the folks at Kraft are saying the longstanding tradition of having cheesecake at Christmas may have to wait another year. A major cream cheese shortage is to blame. In an effort to maintain holiday cheer and reduce the sting of empty aisles, Kraft is offering $20 to those who forgo cheesecake and make another dessert this year....
