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The spring season is synonymous with newness: new flowers pop up in the front yard, the snow melts and weather warms, and everything around us just seems to suggest a fresh start. Who says that that “fresh start” can’t also include updating your home decor? We’ve teamed up with our friends at Dillard’s to bring a new, exciting spring line to stores (and online!) so you can give your home an update that screams, “I’m refreshed and ready for spring!...

There’s no denying that pruning a plant can be stressful. Prune too early, no flowers. Prune too late, maybe kill the tree. Don’t prune at all? That can lead to overgrown bushes and dangerously decayed tree branches. Pruning is a part of the gardener’s life. Like with most things in life, pruning just takes a little practice and experience to get the hang of it. Master the art, and your plants and trees will prosper....

Nearly 20 years after she stole our hearts as Allie Hamilton in The Notebook, Rachel McAdams is bringing another literary classic to life. McAdams stars as Barbara, the well-meaning mom to title character Margaret, in Lionsgate’s upcoming movie adaptation of the 1970 Judy Blume novel Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. The 43-year-old mother of two recently spoke to The Hollywood Reporter about bringing the beloved coming-of-age tale to theaters, and how the story remains funny and relevant all these years later....

Reba McEntire is adding “restauranteur” to her ever-growing resume. The 66-year-old country superstar is opening a restaurant, bar, and live entertainment venue in Atoka, Oklahoma, next year. McEntire announced her new venture—in partnership with the Choctaw Nation—during a performance at the Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant Friday night. “We’re thrilled to pieces because it’s going to be right downtown Atoka,” she told the crowd in a video shared to her Instagram account....

Let’s all take a moment to appreciate the beautiful relationship that is Ree and Ladd Drummond. The Pioneer Woman sure hit the husband jackpot when she married the “Marlboro Man” in 1996. On the show and social media, we love seeing snippets of their home life on the Drummond Ranch in Oklahoma, and it’s safe to say they’re one of the sweetest couples we’ve ever seen. Now the Pawhuska Prince and Princess have wowed us once again with their adorable antics, this time in the form of a playful video that Ree recently shared on Instagram....

It’s a difficult time for high school seniors right now with the coronavirus pandemic continuing to upend society. Instead of walking the stage on graduation day they get graduation speeches via podcast from iHeartRadio. Instead of shared meals with loved ones, perhaps they’ll get a Krispy Kreme “Graduate Dozen” doughnuts delivery. Instead of final hugs with teachers and classmates, they get Zoom video conferences. But despite all these indirect impacts of the coronavirus crisis stealing these important rites of passage from students across the globe, good news about inspiring students still persists....

A fresh set of sheets is the easiest, most budget-friendly way to make your bed at home feel like your favorite hotel stay. New sheets, like cozy pajamas or silk pillowcases, dial up the luxe factor of your sleep experience—something that feels especially important in these weariness-inducing days. Shopping for sheets seems like something that you should do in person, so you can feel the texture and quality for yourself. But thanks to more than 12,700 reviews, we’re skipping the trip to the store and scooping up Birch Lane’s Eldon Sheet Set from the comfort of home....

The LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask is a hydrating and nourishing balm that’s described as a sleep mask, meaning you’re instructed to dab a little on your lips before bedtime. “Applied at bedtime, the intensive overnight mask is your lips BFF,” reads to the product description. “By morning, you’ll wake up to a soft kissable pout!” So how does it work? In short, the mask features what the brand calls “Exclusive Moisture Wrap” technology that forms a protective layer over your lips, thus locking in moisture and active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C, coconut oil, and shea butter....

Joey Turner was cutting Bobby Dwayne Robinson’s hair when he heard him humming. “You must sing," he noted. Two other customers at Gary’s Barber Shop in Canton, Georgia, happened to overhear them. It turns out they also sang. So, Turner suggested the four of them sing a song together. “They all kind of giggled, but I said, let’s sing something," he recalled to 11 Alive. And that’s when something beautiful happened....

Looking for the perfect bed sheets? It appears that thousands of other reviewers have already done the hard work for you. Over on Walmart’s website, over 3,600 shoppers have discovered the Mainstays wrinkle-resistant sheets. The sheets are made from cozy, buttery-soft microfiber that will make you want to stay in bed for at least two snooze cycles. The sheets are available in twin, full, queen, and king sizes and come with pockets that fit mattresses up to 14 inches deep....

Everyone knows about Chick-fil-A’s company policy to never open on a Sunday. But have you noticed the other, even subtler thing their team members refuse to do? When customers say “thank you,” members of Chick-fil-A’s notoriously cheerful staff almost never answer with a typical “you’re welcome.” Instead, their go-to response is decidedly more mannerly. “My pleasure,” they say as they hand over the goods. Taste of Home set out to discover the origin of unique this store policy....

We’ve all been there. We take a gander across the yard at our dog and she’s mindfully grazing on grass like a cow. Sometimes we’re on a walk when our pooch stops by our neighbor’s front lawn and leans in to munch on a blade. What’s up with dogs eating grass anyway? Dr. Shadi Ireifej, the chief veterinary officer at Vettriage, a 24/7 tele-vet service, says vets get this question daily....

Before there was the trendy Lululemon belt bag and the tech-savvy Away suitcase, there was the Vera Bradley duffel. For many of us growing up, getting your first Vera Bradley was an exciting rite of passage—I know it felt that way to me. Choosing which of the bright, colorful patterns to start my collection was no easy decision, and under no circumstances was I going to copy any of my friends....

In the world of pastry, you can accomplish so much more with the help of some handy tools. Sure, you could spend 10 minutes whipping cream by hand, but why not take all the elbow grease out of it and have perfect whipped cream in half the time? For these labor-intensive tasks, a stand mixer can be your saving grace. Sleek KitchenAid mixers have been fixtures on our countertops for centuries, and for good reason....

Now here’s something you don’t see every day. Dramatic images of a cloud formation over North Carolina’s Grandfather Mountain are getting plenty of interest after being compared to a scene from the movie Independence Day. But don’t worry, it’s not a UFO. According to officials at Grandfather Mountain, the ominous-looking object is a lenticular cloud. These form when the mountain is whipped by high winds and covered in rime ice, a white glaze created by frozen fog....

Perhaps more than ever, we’re all looking to support small businesses this holiday season. If you’ve got someone on your list with the word “jewelry” next to their name, do we have just the Southern suggestion for you. It’s time to become acquainted with Zass, founded by Raleigh, North Carolina, mother-daughter team, Zulay and Steph Smith. For their unique baubles, the two upcycle beer cans, vinyl records, acrylic scraps, and other discarded materials into attention-stealing jewelry creations....

While we love Piggly Wiggly for the weekly grocery run, it especially excels in one department—the local goods. They stock the things you can’t find just anywhere, like the produce and pantry staples you’d typically only find at your weekend farmers’ market. They’re what keep us coming back to the Pig time and time again. For over 100 years, this Southern based grocery chain has been known for stocking their shelves and coolers with regionally grown and sourced goods....

There’s nothing quite like a perfectly poached, scrambled, sunny-side, hard boiled, or runny egg in the morning. It just sets the right tone and gives you all the energy you need for the day ahead. Unless, of course, the eggs went bad. Here’s how to tell if your eggs are passed their prime or if it’s still OK to whip up a quiche before work today. Check the expiration date This one may seem fairly obvious, but it’s more nuanced than it seems....

Deck the halls this Christmas with fresh greenery. These eight types of boughs are readily available at local garden centers and are even easier to arrange around your home. And why not bring the outdoors in with fresh, festive greenery to keep our spirits bright while the landscape starts to go dormant and the days start to get cooler and darker? Each type of foliage has unique qualities, from highly fragrant to the ability to last for years if stored correctly....

Hooray—springtime means it is finally time to plant tomatoes! But before rushing out of the store with a handful of them, it is important to take a good second to evaluate the batch so you don’t accidentally end up with a bad tomato plant that will be wilting before you know it. To get the best ruby juicy fruits this season, steer clear of these six common mistakes when buying your tomato plants....