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Tabby cat sits on a windowsill Credit: Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Tabby cat sits on a windowsill Credit: Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Tabby cat sits on a windowsill Credit: Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Tabby cat sits on a windowsill Credit: Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty If you’re a pet parent to a cat, you might wonder what your feline is up to at any given moment—especially if you have a cat that spends time outdoors....

On This Page Why TV Is a Sleep Aid How TV Affects Sleep Alternatives to TV at Bedtime Whether you find it difficult to fall asleep without background noise or can’t resist turning on another episode of your favorite show before you close your eyes, many people watch television before bed. If you’re in this group and have noticed you often wake up feeling less than well-rested, your nightly TV habit may be to blame....

` Net Worth Logo View Series Five Steps to Take Now to Catch Up on Retirement Savings How to Start a Retirement Fund at Any Life Stage How to Maximize Your Retirement Accounts Three Things You Need to Know If You’re Considering Early Retirement When it comes to being successful in life, adopting a nutrient-dense diet, making your bed in the morning, and paying your bills on time all attribute to establishing healthier habits....

By Tina Chadha and Erica Sloan For as much as we love our cats, we don’t love all of their behaviors. Case in point? There’s truly nothing more frustrating than watching them scratch at our furniture when their own scratching post is mere steps away. But what can you do to correct and redirect this behavior? First, make sure the structure of the scratching post isn’t wobbly; if you find that it is, stabilize it on a more level surface....

National Museum of African American History and Culture Credit: Alan Karchmer National Museum of African American History and Culture Credit: Alan Karchmer National Museum of African American History and Culture Credit: Alan Karchmer National Museum of African American History and Culture Credit: Alan Karchmer Black History Month takes place every February in honor and celebration of the contributions African Americans have made, and continue to make, to society. Pay respect to the Black community during February—and every other day of the year—by learning about African American history: Visit historic landmarks, read Black stories, and educate yourself on the leaders and movements that have shaped the nation....

Ask any cat owner and they’ll probably say the same: Cats love jumping onto counters. “Being up high is a natural behavior that allows cats to survey their territory and helps them feel safe from potential threats,” says certified feline training and behavior specialist Paula Garber. “They might also jump onto counters to access food or other interesting items, to look out a window, to get attention from humans, or to avoid another cat or a dog, or a young child....

Frosted Cake - Carla Hall Credit: Jennifer Chong for Califia Farms Frosted Cake - Carla Hall Credit: Jennifer Chong for Califia Farms Frosted Cake - Carla Hall Credit: Jennifer Chong for Califia Farms Frosted Cake - Carla Hall Credit: Jennifer Chong for Califia Farms On This Page Using Plant-Based Milks Freeze and Grate Plant-Based Butter Use Ripe Bananas Plant-Based Whipped Cream How to Start For chef and author Carla Hall, it’s not the holidays without huge quantities of cornbread dressing, sweet potatoes, her grandmother’s five-flavor pound cake, and lots of pillowy dinner rolls—which only Hall is allowed to make....

framed landscape photography hanging above writing desk Credit: Erik Johnson framed landscape photography hanging above writing desk Credit: Erik Johnson framed landscape photography hanging above writing desk Credit: Erik Johnson framed landscape photography hanging above writing desk Credit: Erik Johnson Matting and framing are the best ways to protect and present illustrations and photographs, but you don’t need to rely on a professional framer. It’s less expensive—and often quite fun—to do the work yourself, particularly when you embellish the mat to suit the style of whatever you’re framing....

If you’re one of the many people who have welcomed a pet into their family this year, you’re probably looking for ways to socialize your new companion, which can be tricky to do during a pandemic. However, coronavirus aside, socialization is crucial for the long-term well-being of your pet because it establishes a baseline for future behavior, not only around you and your family, but also around other people and animals, says Dr....

finished basement Credit: Getty / Andreas von Einsiedel finished basement Credit: Getty / Andreas von Einsiedel finished basement Credit: Getty / Andreas von Einsiedel finished basement Credit: Getty / Andreas von Einsiedel Basements are often missed opportunities—with a little bit of work, they could double as an extra bedroom or a general family hangout. Sure, making an underground area feel warm and welcoming has its challenges. However, most basements are prime real estate for homeowners looking to expand their house’s square footage....

A streamlined closet begins with a predetermined system conducive to order—something that Martha Stewart says is the key to an organized storage space. “You need to go into it with a plan in place and have designated areas for your various types of clothes—shoes, blouses, sweaters, pants. These should all be separate and have their own space, even if it is not terribly large,” our founder explains. Enter her partnership with California Closets—the company responsible for her guest-room-turned-walk-in that’s transformed the way that she gets dressed every morning....

Gift-Wrapping Supplies Credit: Bryan Gardner THE TOOLS Lidded favor boxesScissors or craft knifeThank-you tag on cord or ribbon (optional)Brass pyramid buttons HOW-TO In the lid of a favor box, make a slit using scissors or a craft knife.If desired, tie a cord or ribbon with a thank-you tag around the box.Fit a brass pyramid button into the slit, covering the knot of the cord or ribbon. THE DETAILS Trim buttons, $3 each, mjtrim....

katie sturino john sturino new york city wedding Credit: Katie Sturino via Instagram ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

Raw Organic Sweet Light Agave Syrup in a Bowl Credit: GETTY IMAGES Raw Organic Sweet Light Agave Syrup in a Bowl Credit: GETTY IMAGES Raw Organic Sweet Light Agave Syrup in a Bowl Credit: GETTY IMAGES Raw Organic Sweet Light Agave Syrup in a Bowl Credit: GETTY IMAGES On This Page Agave Syrup, Explained Best Uses How to Buy and Store Health Facts When you hear the word “agave,” what comes to mind?...

Nielsen-Massey orange blossom water Credit: Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Nielsen-Massey orange blossom water Credit: Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Nielsen-Massey orange blossom water Credit: Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Nielsen-Massey orange blossom water Credit: Nielsen-Massey Vanilla From zest to juice, citrus fruit offers so much fantastic flavor and enticing aromas for both sweet and savory cooking. While we’re all for using the fresh stuff, there’s another ingredient that boasts the same properties and should definitely be on your radar: orange blossom water....

If scents are siren calls, the intoxicatingly aromatic yuzu is a formidable force. Yuzu is the citrus fruit from East Asia that everyone wants. It is forbidden to import it into the United States, but in the borderless digital world, where a beautiful picture taken in one country inspires the uniquely human urge to acquire and emulate, foods that used to be unknown or unavailable beyond their immediate culinary context become sought-after by a new audience....

When it comes to our beauty and skin care routines, every product is meticulously researched, selected, and only integrated into our go-to arsenal if it will really work. Essentially, we’re invested in every single thing we put on our complexions. That’s why it’s so disappointing when we discover that one of creams, spot treatments, or foundations is about to be discontinued. Sometimes panic can even set in—especially if you consider the formula to be a staple....

Group of women learning fitness dance in class Credit: Luis Alvarez / Getty Images Group of women learning fitness dance in class Credit: Luis Alvarez / Getty Images Group of women learning fitness dance in class Credit: Luis Alvarez / Getty Images Group of women learning fitness dance in class Credit: Luis Alvarez / Getty Images It’s never too late to discover a new hobby or passion in life, and that even goes for the most creative, physically demanding activities, like dance....

apollos fountain in versailles france Credit: Marion Brenner We take many style cues from the French: Our never ending quest to nail that effortless, cool Parisian-girl look, our Pinterest boards filled with ornate molding and dreamy gilded interiors, and our love for regal, manicured gardens. Anyone whose strolled around Paris or even seen pictures of the garden at Versailles knows the French take their landscaping very seriously. Read ahead to learn about the main design elements of a traditional French garden, and how you can achieve the look in your own backyard....

young martha stewart on sailboat Credit: Courtesy of Martha Stewart young martha stewart on sailboat Credit: Courtesy of Martha Stewart young martha stewart on sailboat Credit: Courtesy of Martha Stewart young martha stewart on sailboat Credit: Courtesy of Martha Stewart This has been the summer for the coastal grandmother aesthetic. Characterized by its blue-and-white color palettes, cable knit sweaters, earthy décor, and pretty much anything else you’d find in a Nancy Myers’ film, the design trend feels comforting yet simultaneously orderly....