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Author: Sarah Biren

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6 min read Lifestyle

You’ve received the invitation, you’ve sent your RSVP, and now it’s time to think about what you’ll wear. Most wedding invites include the dress code but the description is often too vague to be helpful as you flip through your closet. Fortunately, stylists and event experts have turned these codes into clear rules when it...

6 min read Lifestyle

Breast cancer is something that both women and men should be on the lookout for every day. If caught early, the rate of survival is much higher than if it’s found late. It’s important to catch cancer early because treating it quickly will prevent it from progressing to a much more dangerous stage of breast...

5 min read

When it comes to fresh herbs and dried herbs, there’s no contest. Fresh herbs are irreplaceable in raw dishes like salads, dressings, pesto, and garnishes. They tend to taste better and add more flavor than their dried counterparts. But their biggest drawback is their preparation. Dried herbs come ready to go, but fresh ones require...

5 min read Lifestyle

Hydrogen peroxide is a versatile household chemical. It’s safe when it contacts water or air and it’s an extremely effective cleaner. According to the Centers for Disease Control, it could kill mold spores, viruses, fungi, yeasts, bacteria, and more. [1] Chemically, it is water with an extra oxygen molecule. “The extra oxygen molecule oxidizes, which is...

4 min read

Sodium bicarbonate, more commonly called baking soda, is an ingredient most people have in their pantries. Many baked goods recipes require it and it’s also an effective cleaner. However, sodium bicarbonate can also kill household pests. This hack is perfect for those who’d like to try a DIY approach before calling an exterminator. Or perhaps...

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You may be able to fold a fitted sheet or peel an onion without crying, but can you change a duvet cover? Even if you could, could you change it without wanting to scream in frustration? Duvet blankets themselves are cozy and luxurious. But changing their covers is the complete opposite. In fact, many people...

5 min read Lifestyle

Have you ever wondered what your hairdresser thinks as they’re cutting or styling your hair? Fortunately, many hairdressers have opened up about which behaviors they appreciate in their clients — and which ones they can’t stand. Most professionals won’t tell you during your appointment if you’re doing something icky, so keep this list in mind...

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After Lily learned her husband, Hugh, was having an ongoing affair, she filed for a divorce. Plus, she declared she was going to make him pay high child support fees. What followed is a bitter custody battle for their three children. Somehow, Hugh convinced the court that Lily was not the kids’ biological mother —...