Author: candacebd
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Review: I Spent Way Too Much on the Tea Around Town Bus—But It *Made* My Vacation
I balked at the cost of the Tea Around Town bus, but after taking the tour in DC, my family can’t stop talking about it. Here’s why.
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How to Make ‘Lilo & Stitch’-Inspired Cupcakes (the Easy, No-Fondant Way)
This step-by-step photo tutorial will show you how I make ‘Lilo & Stitch’-inspired cupcakes with my kids. They’re a great birthday party craft!
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Mini Quiches: The Make-it-Your-Own Meal Prep Breakfast for Busy Mornings
These mini quiches use a shortcut to add flavor—fresh salsa—and they’re endlessly riffable, if you’re not crazy about bacon and cheese.
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Can Writing Your Eulogy Really Help You Get Clear on Your Goals? I Had to Try It
Begin with the ending in mind, it would seem. In Donald Miller’s ‘Hero on a Mission,’ he encourages readers to gain clarity in their goals by writing their eulogy today. Then creating plans to achieve what you wrote. Here’s what happened when I tried his exercise.
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Which ‘Magnolia Table’ Cookbook Is Better? All 3 of Joanna Gaines’s Volumes, Reviewed
We’ve cooked several recipes from each of Joanna Gaineses cookbooks so we can honestly answer, “Which Magnolia Table cookbook is better?” Here’s our honest review.
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Which Molly Yeh Cookbook Is the Best? All 3, Reviewed (Including ‘Sweet Farm’)
Food Network star Molly Yeh has released three major cookbooks, but if you’re looking to enter her world, where do you begin? I baked, read through and reviewed all three to help you determine which cookbook is best for you, be it ‘Molly on the Range,’ ‘Home Is Where the Eggs Are,’ or ‘Sweet Farm.’
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Where to Find the Best Cold Brew in Nassau County, New York
After sampling dozens of iced coffees and cold brews across Long Island, these are my recommendations for the best cold brew in Nassau County, NY.
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About to Snap? 21 Mini Recharge Ideas to Give You Some Much-Needed “Me” Time
Lately, I’ve felt pulled in a million directions, ready to snap at a moment’s notice. Turns out, I need “me” time. Same? These 21 recharge ideas can help.
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The 3 Stages Of Dealing With Change That Nobody Talks About
Every major life change requires experiencing three stages to adjust to it. Here’s what to look out for, and how to cope with change better.
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The 10 Coolest New Toys I Spotted at the 2025 Toy Fair
One cool perk of my job: Scouting the hottest toys. At the 2025 Toy Fair, innovations abound—these were the coolest gifts for kids I found.
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After Trying the Viral Sweetened Condensed Milk Brownies Hack, I Must Say: There’s a Better Way to Make Fudgier Treats
All over TikTok and Instagram, people are recommending the “sweetened condensed milk brownie hack,” where you add an egg and a can of condensed milk to a box brownie mix. But is it really that good? I put it to the test—and have recommendations for a better baked treat.
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Where to Buy Clear Stadium Bags Right Away (Including 7 Cute Picks)
Ah, the dreaded stadium bag: Most arenas, concert venues and football stadiums require you to stuff your belongings into a clear, plastic bag. And often, they’re cheesy. Or bulky. Or so flimsy they fall apart in no time. It’s enough to make you admit defeat and cram your cell phone and credit card in your…
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