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It’s true; I’m simply not good at giving someone a gift. When it comes to buying a family member or a friend a gift for the holidays, something in me just shuts down and I completely forget all of their interests, needs, and/or wants. Who cares if I’ve known them [Read More]

A little excited. A little anxious. You and your kid may have mixed feelings about their first phone. One way to dial up the good parts of phone ownership—while avoiding possible pitfalls—is to create a digital parenting plan. But don’t do it by yourself. There are a few things every [Read More]

The childhood adventures of the famous Boonie Bear brothers Briar and Bramble, along with their friends; Vick, Tiki, Herbert, Warren, Violet, Luna Loo, and all the rest. At Pine Tree Kindergarten, under the guidance of the wise owl Miss Olivia and the outdoorsy Coach Mack, the cubs learn valuable life [Read More]

As the holiday season approaches, many families consider adding a furry friend to their homes. While surprising your children with a puppy or kitten can be delightful, it’s vital to remember that pets are lifelong commitments, not just gifts. Adopting a pet brings joy, but it also comes with responsibilities [Read More]

The last month of the year is arguably the most magical one. The holiday spirit is in full swing with cute decorations, thoughtful gifts, and the promise of gathering with loved ones to celebrate. But more often than not, hopes for a joyful season are extinguished by the unfortunate reality [Read More]

I’d be willing to bet that you have a handful of holiday traditions you’re excited about every year. Maybe it’s piling in a car with your close friends to drive around looking at neighbors’ extravagant light displays. Or perhaps you use your grandmother’s cookie recipe to make a warm batch [Read More]

Creating a charcuterie board is one of the easiest (and most fun!) ways to impress guests with minimal effort. With the holidays around the corner, let’s take your charcuterie skills to the next level! Here’s how to build festive boards for every budget, featuring creative twists, clever substitutions, and holiday-inspired [Read More]

The United States Postal Service is responsible for delivering Santa’s letters each year during the holidays. Every year, thousands of families send letters to Santa at the North Pole, in hopes of receiving just one item from their Christmas lists. While most letters ask for toys and games, some ask [Read More]

Your Facebook and Instagram experiences are about to change, and they will never sound the same again. Now when you talk to Meta AI, parent company Meta’s artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, it can talk back with voices eerily similar to celebrities you know and love, from John Cena, Keegan-Michael Key, [Read More]