Natalie McCarter's husband died in February 2019. Courtesy of Natalie McCarter Natalie McCarter is a 43-year-old mom to two whose husband died in February 2019. She is thankful to have so many photos ...
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I tried looking for my dream home in various parts of the United States. Florida was great, but I eventually fell in love with the Midwest. Joe Opaleski After college in Florida , I spent time traveli...
Chelsea Jia Feng/BI Michelin-star pastry chef Camari Mick shared the red flags she looks for at upscale bakeries. Filled cannoli shouldn't sit in a pastry case for long, and bread shouldn't be wrapped...
Tiffany Haynes with her husband and kids. Photo credit: Teresa's PHOTOWORKS Tiffany Haynes is the former COO of Fingercheck and led the company through an acquisition. She started her career in a call...
I think Virgin Islands National Park is one of the best to visit in the winter. Emily Hart After traveling to all 63 US national parks , I've narrowed down my favorites to visit in the winter. Parks l...
ElOjoTorpe/Getty Images I've been vacationing in Punta del Este, Uruguay, since I was a toddler. I live in Maine now, but I make an effort to bring my family to the same beach every year. The endless ...
TK Courtesy of Natalie Lynch Natalie Lynch, 56, had been working since she was 15 and was burned out. She wanted a fresh start. In 2024, she moved to Italy, then to Spain, finally settling in a small ...
I took a cruise to Alaska and had an incredible time. Jacqueline Dole I've been on lots of cruises, but my sailing to Alaska on the Disney Wonder really stands out. From the exciting excursions to the...
An Amazon return center inside a Kohl's department store. Kohl's Many retailers are extending their typical returns period for items bought during the holiday season. Amazon, Walmart, Target, and more...
Alix Earle, who rose to social media fame at the University of Miami, at a Miami event. Udo Salters Photography/Getty Images Miami has become a creator hot spot, punching above its weight among social...
White Horse Tavern in Newport, Rhode Island. Wangkun Jia/Shutterstock From Revolutionary War-era inns to classic diners, every state has restaurants with stories. The '76 House in Tappan, New York, wa...
Watching K-dramas helped Jane Newman through lockdown. It also sparked a curiosity about South Korea that eventually led her to move there. Greg Samborski. Burnout and physical strain from Jane Newman...
Collectible cups, keychains, and tote bags are the new normal at fast food restaurants. Ploy Phutpheng/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images Collectable cups, keychains, and tote bags are the lates...
It's taken me a while to adapt to some of the work and cultural norms in France. Jodie Hughes Learning French etiquette was a challenging, embarrassing part of adapting to my new working life. The Fre...
As a dietitian, I get many of my favorite Mediterranean-diet staples at Trader Joe's when I can find them. Lauren Manaker I've been a dietitian for over 20 years and follow the Mediterranean diet, but...
The author took care of her grandsons for a week. Courtesy of the author A toddler's bathroom accident led to an unexpected lesson on grace and patience. The author struggled with frustration but witn...
Buffalo ranch dip. Sarah Olson/The Magical Slow Cooker A slow cooker or Crock-Pot can come in handy when prepping food for game day. From dips to ribs and spicy wings, these game-day appetizers can be...
A lot of guests judge the quality of a wedding on a few key things — but some details aren't worth wasting money on. Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock I've worked as a bridesmaid for hire for nearly a d...