We even included some gift ideas based on you mom’s astrological sign to make Mother’s Day shopping easy. Aries She’s not likely to be a stay-at-home mom. Bursting with energy, ideas and ambition, this mom is starting her own business on the side or getting a master’s degree in her spare time. The Aries woman knows that she must put on her own oxygen mask before helping others. She probably values self care highly....
Prior to transitioning into this lifestyle, my husband and I assumed we’d hear a chorus of “But why?” Or that we’d be peppered with questions about the daily minutiae. Do you have a shower? Yep. What about a TV? Same one we had in the house we sold. Do you get tired of living tiny? Not yet, knock on wood! But the question we get asked the most, yet expected the least, has to do with the holidays....
Our attitude toward anything in life ultimately determines how successful we will be — and gratitude is no exception. Gratitude brings so much to our life, like increased feelings of joy, improved sleep, stronger connections with others, and a boosted immune system. We know that practicing gratitude is a good idea, yet we still need simple and effective ways to stick with our practice. As a meditation and mindfulness teacher, I always encourage my students to check in and be honest about how they view their practices… and this includes their gratitude practice....
This recipe immediately reminds me of the little cornucopia crafts we often made in school around Thanksgiving. My teachers always described the cornucopia as a “horn-of-plenty” and told us it symbolized all of the bounty for which we should be thankful. I remember weaving strips of construction paper, clay or pipe cleaners to create my little cornucopias. Fortunately, this recipe uses something even tastier: bread! That’s right: You can make your own dough, or use refrigerated cans of pizza or French bread dough to create a horn-of-plenty masterpiece centerpiece....
When enthusiasm wanes for the traditional roast turkey recipe, reach for the tried and true recipes of renowned food greats. This James Beard roasted turkey recipe, inspired by James Beard, honors the great American cook’s gourmet-style approach to the Thanksgiving bird. Not all roast turkey recipes are created equal. This Thanksgiving recipe is especially unique. James Beard’s turkey prepping technique includes a generous amount of lemon wedges and bunches of fresh herbs stuffed in the turkey cavity, massaging softened butter all over the exterior of the bird, lining the roasting rack with fresh salt pork strips, and rotating and buttering the turkey throughout the roasting process....
Who can participate in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade? Since the first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 27, 1924, participants in the parade have always been Macy’s employees, their families and friends, or others who have a relationship with the Parade’s elements and partners. The exception to this parade participation policy is invited performing talent like marching bands, celebrities and singers. Think you’d like to participate? You’ll have to be approved by the Macy’s Parade Office....
This perky little pinecone owl captures the whimsy and enchantment of the holiday season! With owl decorations all the buzz at stores like Pottery Barn and Bath and Body Works, these forestland hoots bring an artsy touch to the latest trend. This too-cute owl craft project is also easy to assemble with the help of a hot glue gun (the magic wand of the crafting world). Make a charming new friend Simple, everyday supplies transform the pinecones into the wisest of animals....
Well, hold onto your gourds, because we’ve got two pieces of welcome news for you: First, you can have pumpkin spice all year long if you’d like and, second, you can make it fresh from the comfort of your home. We’re here to tell you how. MORE: See how to make a healthier pumpkin spice latte at home The problem with store-bought pumpkin-spice-flavored products is twofold. Not only do many store-bought spice mixes contain fillers, but it’s also impossible to tell how old they are (unless you ask your barista to see the bottle)....
If a dish of plain old Brussels sprouts has never tickled your taste buds, maybe it’s time to try something new! By cooking the little veggies in a sweet and zesty sauce, then stirring them up with the salty flavor of bacon, you can turn a holiday vegetable dish into a real treat. If you’re still on the fence about sprouts, maybe you need to just look at them a little differently....
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If that sounds like a lot of extra legwork to you (or, you know, you waited too late to drop anything in the actual mail), fear not — we put together a few fail-proof Friendsgiving e-invites you can deliver via the speediest of postal services: the internet. Bonus? Our version of the traditional Friendsgiving letter doesn’t have to be dropped off at the local post office and doesn’t require stamps, or any paper at all for that matter....
Our spiced rum apple cider is a delicious variation on the traditional! We combine warm spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves with sweet brown sugar, apple cider and rum, all topped with a little club soda to create that delicious fizz. Starting in October, going through Thanksgiving and Christmas, and continuing until we ring in the new year, delicious, tangy apple cider is a favorite at fall festivals, farmer’s markets and parties....
Here’s a recipe to please both sweet potato lovers and regular potato fans! To make this in advance, cool the cooked components of the gratin before combining and assembling. Leave off the topping. Bring to room temperature, about 45 minutes, before topping with bread crumb mixture and baking. Gratin dish photographed by Jarrad Henderson in the Detroit Free Press studio on Thursday, November 1, 2012 in Detroit, Michigan. 1-1/2 cups lightly toasted panko bread crumbs or coarse fresh bread crumbs2 tablespoons unsalted butter, meltedPinch of kosher salt1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese or Parmigiano-Reggiano2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley...
Thanksgiving Hostess Timeline Use this timeline as a guide for all your holiday hostess to-dos, and enjoy less stress as the big day approaches! 2 Months Before: Extend Dinner Invitations Invite family and friends to your home for Thanksgiving dinner, and ask for an RSVP no later than three weeks before Thanksgiving Day in order to allow yourself plenty of time for the proper planning. While mailing out formal invitations are not necessary, they can be a fun way to get guests into the holiday spirit!...
Turkey-decorated peanut butter cookies These adorable turkey-decorated peanut butter cookies will make a fun, kid-friendly Thanksgiving dessert! You can make them ahead of time to wow your Thanksgiving guests, or wait until the day-of and have the kiddos help you decorate them. Bonus: It will keep them busy while the food cooks. A Reese’s peanut butter cup makes the turkey’s face, Candy Corn make the feathers, a Red Hot candy makes the beak, and a Swedish Fish makes the turkey’s snoods....
Don’t stress! Here are 5 easy steps to carve a turkey Step 1: Prepare the turkey for carving Once the turkey is out of the oven or deep fryer, let it sit for 30 minutes. This allows the turkey to cool while soaking in all the juices, which makes it both moist and easier to carve (and frees up your oven for reheating all those pre-made side dishes!). Then transfer the turkey to a carving board, breast side up, and cut off all the strings that were holding it together....
Making a healthier version of this dish was right up my alley. I knew immediately that I could add a nutritional punch by rolling up hemp and chia seeds with the banana. And, just as with the healthier onion blossom, I knew my air fryer would do the trick in creating a decadent dessert that didn’t need to be deep-fried. But that ice cream. So delish! And so not healthy....
Sure, it can be a novelty to sip a craft beer while in Mountain Pose. But for those of us who don’t imbibe, those who are trying to live a bit healthier, and those who just want a break from an overwhelming drinking culture, the relentless booze-infused parade of weekend activities can be stressful, alienating and, if we’re really being honest, just plain played out. Here’s the good news, though: Non-alcoholic activities still exist, and tons of them are so fun you don’t even have to alter your brain chemicals in order to enjoy yourself....
According to a Pew research study published in 2018, the number of stay-at-home dads in the United States has nearly doubled from 4 percent in 1989 to 7 percent in 2016. While still a relatively new trend, dads who are primary caregivers are becoming increasingly common. And dads who nurture, demonstrating that masculinity is not one-dimensional, are a huge step in the right direction. Even better, dads are connecting with one another to share experiences in a community of like-minded men....
There is something about cooking over the grill that brings a playful and casual vibe to mealtime. From traditional favorites like burgers and baby back ribs, to unique grilled food like pizza and vegetable salad, you will find one or more delish recipes for grilled goodies to fit every occasion. What foods can be grilled? The lengthy list of foods that can be cooked on a grill may come as a surprise....
