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tamara-brett-wedding-ketubah-0817-s112120-0915.jpg Credit: Pablo Béglez Changing your name after marriage isn’t as easy as saying “I do.” The lingo, paperwork, state-specific rules can make it a jumble. If you’re at a loss for how to legally change your name now that you’re married, we’re here to help. The most important thing to remember is that this process takes weeks, so make all changes in one fell swoop-that means on your social security card, license, and passport-to avoid confusion (or issues with your tax returns)....

Dark chocolate bar with cocoa beans Credit: GETTY IMAGES Dark chocolate bar with cocoa beans Credit: GETTY IMAGES Dark chocolate bar with cocoa beans Credit: GETTY IMAGES Dark chocolate bar with cocoa beans Credit: GETTY IMAGES If you have a sweet tooth, dark chocolate is likely one of your favorite treats to indulge in. Before you reach for the bar stashed in your candy drawer, however, review Consumer Reports latest findings: According to their research, certain popular chocolate brands, including Hershey’s and Trader Joe’s, are producing bars with high levels of lead and cadmium....

If you haven’t thrown a party since last February, the dos and don’ts of hosting may feel like they’ve changed. But while the details of serving food, sending invitations, and arranging seating might be a little different, basic hosting etiquette is timeless: “The constants that remain the same, regardless of the pandemic, is that a good host wants to make sure that their guests feel welcome and that they have a good time,” says Thomas P....

These days, we’re hard-pressed to find ways to keep the entire family entertained while also complying with COVID safety protocols. That’s why camping is such a desirable option if you’re looking for activities that take place outdoors and are safe and fun for the whole family. Studies show that camping accounted for 16 percent of leisure trips in 2020, up from 11 percent before the pandemic. There’s something about gathering around a campfire and “unplugging” that makes us feel connected to those we love most, so we’ve rounded up the best campfire activities that will keep everyone (even your TikTok-loving teen) entertained....

Closeup of a gorgeous gourmet meal setting Credit: Goodboy Picture Company / GETTY IMAGES Closeup of a gorgeous gourmet meal setting Credit: Goodboy Picture Company / GETTY IMAGES Closeup of a gorgeous gourmet meal setting Credit: Goodboy Picture Company / GETTY IMAGES Closeup of a gorgeous gourmet meal setting Credit: Goodboy Picture Company / GETTY IMAGES You’ve probably heard the old adage, “White wine with fish and red wine with meat....

painted tole trays Credit: Nico Schinco painted tole trays Credit: Nico Schinco painted tole trays Credit: Nico Schinco painted tole trays Credit: Nico Schinco Tole trays, often spotted in secondhand shops with scuffed and faded floral designs, might look like they’ve served their purpose. But these plentiful, reasonably priced tin pieces can be transformed into outdoor-friendly tableware in a snap. A quick sanding and a couple of coats of bright spray paint—we used Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch 2X Ultra Cover Satin Spray Paint in Lagoon and Moss Green ($5 each, homedepot....

wooden-block-table-setting-place-card-holders-254-d111930-0615.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner THE TOOLS Wooden geometric shapesCraft paint and brushPlace cards HOW-TO Ask your hardware store to cut slits for place cards in each of your wooden shapes.Paint the wooden shapes with the color of your choice, or leave them bare for a natural look.Slip name cards into the slits. THE DETAILS Wooden geometric solids, $27 for 19; amazon.com. ` 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...

grilled cheese with tomato soup Credit: Sidney Bensimon Who knew tomato soup and grilled cheese could get better? This dynamic duo is our fall go-to. Crisp, golden bread; melted cheese; and a velvety tomato-basil side-talk about a great meal. To make this classic really sing, the secret formula is a good spread of butter and mayo, cheddar and American inside, low heat, and our transcendent soup recipe. The cream-free soup gets its richness from a butter-and-flour roux....

Grey weighted blanket on bed Credit: Cavan Images / GETTY IMAGES Grey weighted blanket on bed Credit: Cavan Images / GETTY IMAGES Grey weighted blanket on bed Credit: Cavan Images / GETTY IMAGES Grey weighted blanket on bed Credit: Cavan Images / GETTY IMAGES On This Page Washing Schedule Fillers Pre-Treat Stains How to Wash How to Dry Ideal for combatting stress and anxiety—or for anyone who wants to elevate their lounge or sleep set-up—weighted blankets have become an increasingly popular option for improving comfort....

mld106991_0411_hood94.jpg Credit: Johnny Miller mld106991_0411_hood94.jpg Credit: Johnny Miller mld106991_0411_hood94.jpg Credit: Johnny Miller mld106991_0411_hood94.jpg Credit: Johnny Miller Your vent hood has a front row seat to splatters and grime—it sits right above your cooktop and is often on the receiving end of splashes from your pots and pans, leading to grease accumulation and other sticky messes. Over time, food matter might simply become caked onto your vent hood’s interior and exterior surfaces and become tricky to remove....

Wooden chairs meant for student bodies are an A-plus addition to any dining area. Vintage ones are plentiful online and at flea markets—or even on a school-side curb, where Living home editor Lorna Aragon found these—and can look better than new with a little sanding and paint. Lorna chose Benjamin Moore Advance High Gloss in Classic Burgundy, for the woodwork, and used Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch 2x Ultra Cover Classic Spray Paint, in Nutmeg ($4....

woman preparing healthy meal in kitchen Credit: M_a_y_a / Getty Images ` Live Well Program Logo View Series The Best Oils to Use for Glowing Skin at Every Age, According to Dermatologists The Best Hobbies for Your Personality Type, According to Mental Health Experts How to Make Sure You Learn Something New Every Day (Plus, Why You Should) How to Recommit to a Hobby You Keep Dropping woman preparing healthy meal in kitchen Credit: M_a_y_a / Getty Images woman preparing healthy meal in kitchen Credit: M_a_y_a / Getty Images...

cake with wildflowers decorated on top Credit: GETTY IMAGES cake with wildflowers decorated on top Credit: GETTY IMAGES cake with wildflowers decorated on top Credit: GETTY IMAGES cake with wildflowers decorated on top Credit: GETTY IMAGES As we prepare to say goodbye to 2022, we’re also getting ready to say cheers to 2023—and wondering what the new year will bring to the food and beverage landscape. Will this be the year that kelp goes mainstream?...

If you love to cook, then you likely already have an array of cookware in your cabinets, from cast-iron skillets to stainless-steel saucepans. These types of pans serve different purposes, though, based on how the food you cook will react to them. This is because they fall in two separate categories: reactive and non-reactive. Before you reach for a pan to cook your next meal, it’s important to understand the difference between reactive and nonreactive pans, which will ensure you always reach for the correct pan for the task at hand....

hannah chris wedding north garden va sisters of bride Credit: Ryan Ray Sibling rivalry takes on a whole new meaning when there’s a race to the altar. Whether or not siblings are close in age, it can be a particularly sensitive subject when an older brother or sister watches a younger sibling get engaged and married first. Fran Walfish, Psy.D., a family and relationship psychotherapist and the author of The Self-Aware Parent, admits that it’s not uncommon for an older sibling to feel a natural tinge of jealousy if a younger brother or sister experiences this major life step first....

Corgi dog in flowers Credit: Purple Collar Pet Photography / Getty Images Corgi dog in flowers Credit: Purple Collar Pet Photography / Getty Images Corgi dog in flowers Credit: Purple Collar Pet Photography / Getty Images Corgi dog in flowers Credit: Purple Collar Pet Photography / Getty Images Affectionate, smart, and alert, Corgis are a charming dog breed that most people can’t help but adore. “Pet people everywhere have fallen in love with this small, short-legged breed,” says Kate Karam, resident pet expert at Chewy....

sliced cucumber on marble surface Credit: janetleerhodes / Getty Images sliced cucumber on marble surface Credit: janetleerhodes / Getty Images sliced cucumber on marble surface Credit: janetleerhodes / Getty Images sliced cucumber on marble surface Credit: janetleerhodes / Getty Images Maybe you’ve had a particularly abundant cucumber crop in your garden, or perhaps you’re clearing out your refrigerator before a trip and realize you you’ve got cucumbers that you can’t use....

mld105429_0210_heartcake_02.jpg Delicate, lacy confections are sure to set your love’s passion aflame. Crafted from piped melted chocolate, they’re easy to make yet elegant enough to transform ordinary cupcakes into touching little works of art. Chocolate Filigree Hearts How-To These make a delicious garnish for raspberry cupcakes with pink buttercream. Trace the inside of a 2-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter (surlatable.com) onto parchment 30 times using a pencil. Flip parchment, and transfer to a baking sheet....

Women who have thin, brittle bones are more likely to develop heart disease later in life, according to a new study from researchers at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital. A team of rheumatologists examined data from women ages 50 through 80 between the years of 2005 and 2014. They found that women who develop osteoporosis, which is the term used to describe a brittle bone disease, after menopause may be at a heightened risk for developing heart disease due to clogged arteries....

monstera plants Credit: Getty / TorriPhoto monstera plants Credit: Getty / TorriPhoto monstera plants Credit: Getty / TorriPhoto monstera plants Credit: Getty / TorriPhoto A key part of caring for your houseplants is recognizing their earliest signs of stress. For most varietals, this symptom is wilting, which, per the Encyclopedia Brittannica, occurs when plants lose too much water through the small openings in their leaves. Add time without replenishment into the equation, and there you have it—drooping, lifeless stalks and leaves....