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Want a delicious dessert that looks like it came from a high-end coffee shop? These white chocolate-drizzled apricot & hazelnut biscotti may look fancy, but you can make them right at home. The biscotti is a sweet, crunchy treat usually associated with Italian cuisine. Despite popular belief that it originated in Tuscany, it actually dates back to the Roman era, when soldiers and travelers considered it a staple because of its long shelf life and durability....

We have Sir Isaac Newton to thank for our understanding of the color spectrum. In the 17th century, he realized that when pure white light passes through a prism, it separates into seven visible colors — the colors we see in the rainbow. Since this discovery, numerous studies have been conducted into the psychology of color and its effect on moods, behavior and feelings. Research has also been conducted into the meanings and feelings associated with different colors, coming to the conclusion they are highly individual and largely rooted in our own experiences and cultures....

Burnout also puts you at higher risk for depression, anxiety and substance abuse. It can damage relationships both at work and at home. Even worse, it can spread within an office — when one employee is struggling with low morale, it is hard for others not to be affected. But what exactly is it? MORE: How social media is affecting your relationships & how to stop it Burnout explained Burnout is more than just having a stressful week....

So much of the food we crave during the holidays is based in emotion and nostalgia. Make a list of the dishes you associate with family holidays and pare it down to include just a few and tweak those recipes a bit to clean them up. If a recipe calls for sour cream, switch it out for fat-free plain Greek yogurt. You won’t notice the difference! Greek yogurt is significantly higher than sour cream in both protein and vitamin B-12 and is packed with probiotics!...

Good morning. Let the stress begin! School year blessings May the school year be filled with a love for learning packed with creativity, growth and friendship. ALSO READ: 14 after school snacks your kids will love Never forget as a parent you are your child’s first teacher. Stories of hope “We need stories of hope perhaps more than we need new ideas on curriculum, formative assessment, or instructional strategies. Stories of hope can nurture our spirits....

This year, take some time to have a Christmas ornament craft night with your family or friends using some of these fabulous handmade Christmas ornament craft ideas. Whether you like paper crafting, finger painting, or you prefer a classic monogram, we have a homemade Christmas ornament idea that will inspire you to get creative. 1. Origami Christmas tree ornament The best crafts in life are free! Make these eye-catching origami Christmas tree ornaments, designed by Sum of Their Stories, using paper you already have on hand....

Groundhog Day coloring pages: Hug from a groundhog ALSO PRINT OUT: 4 Valentine’s Day coloring pages for you to color with your children Groundhog Day coloring pages: Happy Groundhog Day ALSO PRINT OUT: Sweet & sunny spring and Easter coloring pages Groundhog Day coloring pages: Smiling Punxsutawney Phil ALSO PRINT OUT: 4 free and printable Valentine’s Day coloring pages that will bring out your inner child Groundhog Day coloring pages: Groundhog with a Feb 2 hat on his head

Luck of the Irish leprechaun MORE: Free printable St. Patrick’s Day word search Happy St. Patrick’s Day pot of gold Leprechaun hat Leprechaun playing a Celtic harp MORE: a href=”/all-holidays/st-patricks-day/why-do-you-get-pinched-if-youre-not-wearing-green-on-st-patricks-day”>Why do you get pinched if you’re not wearing green on St. Patrick’s Day? Happy St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun I feel lucky – Leprechaun boot Want to see more? 14 free St Patrick’s day printable coloring pages, puzzles & other fun for kids at Print Color Fun Patrick’s Day Preschool Activity Pages from Woo Jr!...

What could make a sweet roll even sweeter? Decorating it in honor of your dear loved ones for Día de los Muertos! Enjoy this fun and simple food craft featuring eye-catching conchas (pretty pastel-colored sweet rolls) decorated with colorful candy decorations created by Crafty Chica. Día de los Muertos (or Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday celebrating the lives of our dearly departed family members and their trip between the land of the living and the land of the dead....

The best thing about lip scrubs is they’re typically simple to create. The ingredients basically come down to two different categories: moisturizers and exfoliants. Once you have these two items, you can get your soft, nourished lips back. Even if you’re the world’s most accident-prone Pinterest fail, messing up these DIY lip scrubs is probably more difficult than getting them right. If you’ve been spending your hard-earned cash on brand-made lip scrubs, stop....

Now, we all know that the four food groups are candy, candy canes, candy corn and syrup, but should you want to get a bit more creative than that, here are some recipes that will have you skipping for joy. Get your Elf on Before you can enjoy the world’s best dinner (great job, everybody!), you have to get the movie ready: And now, for our feature presentation… Appetizer: Holiday marshmallow popcorn cake If you are looking for something to munch on before dinner, try to refrain from snacking on cotton balls....

Now, for another question: Do you know how other countries celebrate Father’s Day? It’s an interesting question, because we’ll be the first to admit we’ve basically always taken for granted that Father’s Day is pretty much the same no matter where you are. So, if you’re anything like us, you might be surprised to learn that this special day involves some decidedly unique customs in other parts of the world....

Valentine’s Day is a heart-shaped opportunity for a romantic dinner out, but if you’re skipping the hustle and bustle of your favorite restaurant (or didn’t make a reservation in time), you can do it yourself in glorious style right at home. In addition to your delightful dinner, you’ll want to fashion an incredible Valentine’s Day table setting. Lory Parson from To Have + To Host shows us how. Floral centerpiece Roses take the spotlight for Valentine’s Day table decorations....

Perfectionism is on the rise, especially among millennials and Gen Z. Yes, that includes the casual “perfectionism” of striving for a flawless Instagram grid, but it also includes more pathological forms of perfectionism. In psychology, pathological perfectionism has been defined as the “unhealthy belief that anything less than perfect is unacceptable” and “an irrational desire to achieve along with being overly critical of oneself and others.” A 2018 study found that the condition is significantly more prevalent in recent generations....

Online shopping to the rescue From clothing and jewelry to books and movies, you’ll find a gift that tells her what you need to say. Even better, you can do the shopping at midnight in your PJs, if that’s what works for you! MORE: Wonderful Mother’s Day gifts to get delivered Breakfast in bed Everyone loves a little pampering, and a special breakfast that she doesn’t have to prepare would be a lovely start to her day....

General John Logan proclaimed the day (known then as “Decoration Day”) in 1868 to remember the more than 600,000 fallen soldiers of the Civil War. Not until 1971 did it become an official national holiday. At first, northern and southern states observed the day separately. Southern states didn’t join in the official celebration until after World War I, when its scope was broadened to include all fallen soldiers, not just those of the Civil War....

After all, there’s nothing like a bundle of carbs to say “I love you.” Of course, not just any breadsticks will do. If you truly want to show the depth of your devotion to another human being, get thee to an Olive Garden, stat. This year, the Italian food eatery is encouraging customers to forgo impractical gifts such as flowers in favor of bouquets made from their forever-favorite menu item: those buttery breadsticks....

This Thanksgiving mashed potato recipe is one that both kids and adults can appreciate. You can also experiment with a homemade pesto or different kinds of pesto, like walnut pesto or a spinach pesto. We topped ours with pine nuts, but you could also sprinkle on sun-dried tomatoes or cheese. As a bonus, this crowd-pleasing dish is easy to make.

Then again, there’s something to be said for dressing up your baby bump. After all, it’s such a special time in your life — why not commemorate it by spending Halloween wearing something that accentuates your life-bearing belly? Here are six of our favorite picks for celebrating your boo-tiful bump. Bun in the oven “Don’t eat pumpkin seeds” T-shirt MORE: Mummy Mason jar Halloween craft DIY pregnant skeleton Pregnant pirate queen MORE: Facts about Halloween and its history you probably never knew...

If you’re looking for a new take on old traditions, look no further! These holiday spiced nuts offer a peppy take on traditional seasonal flavors. If you love a treat that’s salty, sweet and savory — and with a bit of a punch — these nuts are the snack you have been craving. Sweet meets spicy for a new taste twist in these zippy holiday spiced nuts We have taken crunchy almonds, pecans, walnuts and pistachios, glazed them with lots of butter and real maple syrup, sprinkled them with some coarse salt and seasonings like rosemary and thyme, and then added a kick of ancho chili peppers for a Southwest flavor!...