How To View The Total Lunar Eclipse In 2021

A total lunar eclipse will be visible in less than one month, and it’s a sight that you won’t want to miss: We’ll have to wait until 2024 to see another total solar eclipse again. Want to make sure you catch this? Mark your calendar for Wednesday, May 26, 2021, when the total lunar eclipse will be visible from the western half of North America. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth comes perfectly in line between the moon and the sun, casting a shadow that makes the moon take on a darker, almost reddish hue....

April 30, 2022 · 2 min · 358 words · Lloyd Uribe

The Best Grocery Stores For Customer Satisfaction

wegmans grocery store Credit: Courtesy of Wegmans wegmans grocery store Credit: Courtesy of Wegmans wegmans grocery store Credit: Courtesy of Wegmans wegmans grocery store Credit: Courtesy of Wegmans If you feel like grocery shopping has become more of a chore recently, you’re not alone-new data from the American Customer Satisfaction Index shows that shoppers are less satisfied with their purchases and shopping experiences across the board. But a few major supermarket chains managed to impress shoppers more this year, and you’re already very familiar with one of them....

April 30, 2022 · 3 min · 449 words · Lillian Searles

Three Important Details To Pay Attention To When Seeing Your Altered Wedding Dress

bride and groom holding hands in grass Credit: Alex Mari ` 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...

April 30, 2022 · 4 min · 791 words · Ronald Brown

Unique Table Numbers

table-numbers-md109189.jpg Come mealtime, seat-seeking guests will give your digits a serious once-over, so don’t let them be an afterthought. Instead, follow this simple equation: Your theme plus numerals that match equals harmonious tablescapes. It’s elementary, my dear. Bhldn’s “Trained Vine” stoneware candleholder is a smart multitasker. It’s easy being green – just fashion numerals from Bell’occhio’s boxwood garland, and then stand each up in a moss-filled mini terra-cotta pot spray-painted gold (dollartree....

April 30, 2022 · 3 min · 548 words · Eloisa Beard

What Is Marmite

Marmite, a dark brown paste packaged in a cute little black pot with a bright yellow lid and label, is an icon of British food. The salty condiment is so polarizing that the brand’s own hashtag is #LoveItHateIt. Simply put, it’s not for everyone. If you have never met it, smelled it (that’s a make-or-break experience), or tasted it, this dark spread might change your snacking life. So, what is Marmite, and why does it provoke such strong reactions?...

April 30, 2022 · 4 min · 673 words · Elbert Brucato

When Should The Groom And His Groomsmen Pick Up Their Wedding Suits Or Tuxedos

groom with groomsmen in classic black suits outside Credit: Anastasia Strate Photography ` 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...

April 30, 2022 · 4 min · 751 words · James Coffman

Why Wine Is The Healthiest Alcoholic Beverage Option

While there are a number of alcoholic beverages to choose from when you want to sit down to a nice drink, scientists say that there’s one choice that can lead to a healthier lifestyle, and it’s wine. According to a new study by Glasgow University researchers, drinking spirits regularly instead of wine increases the risk of cardiovascular events by 31 percent, the Daily Mail reports. man pouring red wine in glass Credit: Luis Alvarez / Getty Images The team studied over 300,000 people from UK Biobank for the published study in the journal BMC Medicine....

April 30, 2022 · 2 min · 340 words · Kenneth Bender

A 100 Year Old Gal Pagos Tortoise Believed To Be Extinct Was Discovered

After a major effort by scientists, a single galápagos tortoise—a species believed to have been completely extinct—was discovered on Fernandina Island. Experts at Yale University conducted genetic tests to prove that Fran, a 100-year-old tortoise, is in fact a member of a species that was previously assumed to be extinct for over 112 years. Now, researchers are very quickly trying to find a mate in order to preserve this species....

April 29, 2022 · 2 min · 288 words · Steven Holt

A Brief History Of The Stand Mixer

historical stand mixers Credit: Courtesy of KitchenAid There is one piece of kitchen equipment that is revered by bakers around the world, a small appliance that has a place in the Smithsonian Museum and is so beloved that it has inspired a generation of tattoos. And although it’s a thoroughly modern gift for any new bride and groom, it’s 100 years old. We’re talking, of course, about the stand mixer....

April 29, 2022 · 5 min · 1046 words · Michelle Pease

A Guide To Thanksgiving Etiquette For Hosts And Guests

Family Enjoying Holiday Dinner Credit: Jose Luis Pelaez / Getty Images By Alexandra Lim-Chua Wee and Zee Krstic Family Enjoying Holiday Dinner Credit: Jose Luis Pelaez / Getty Images Family Enjoying Holiday Dinner Credit: Jose Luis Pelaez / Getty Images Family Enjoying Holiday Dinner Credit: Jose Luis Pelaez / Getty Images If you think about it, Thanksgiving is the only holiday that always follows a timeline of events: Family members and other guests will arrive, you’ll strike up engaging conversation as a host while final details are set in the kitchen, and everyone will convene around a dining table while a beautifully curated menu is served....

April 29, 2022 · 9 min · 1870 words · Francis Gutierrez

Don T Want Kids Here S How To Tell Your Partner

conversations-you-need-to-have-new-girl-cece-schmidt-1015.jpg Credit: FOX via Getty Images You like kids-if they’re someone else’s. But when it comes to your own life, you’ve chosen to go child-free. And now, you have to tell your partner. Here’s why: “The decision to have or not have children is one of the most crucial topics every couple must discuss,” says Alisa Ruby Bash, Psy.D., MFT, who adds that if you keep your decision a secret, you risk inviting serious conflict into your relationship....

April 29, 2022 · 5 min · 888 words · Jack Vizzi

Evergreen Fog Is Sherwin Williams 2022 Color Of The Year

Upon first glance, Sherwin-Williams’ 2022 Color of the Year, Evergreen Fog, reads similarly to sage, a shade experiencing quite the renaissance. After your eyes adjust, however, its green-forward notes meld with the gray—and you quickly realize that this hue is far more nuanced than the muted springtime pastel. Evergreen Fog, a true mid-tone, holds its weight: It’s subtle and reassuring (green is, after all, a color we know well; it is the grass, the earth, the very essence of nature), but statement making, too....

April 29, 2022 · 3 min · 494 words · Mary Poulin

How To Deep Clean Your Patio Furniture

Patios are a great place to entertain a small group of loved ones or to unwind solo after a long day. No matter the occasion, whether you’re hosting guests or planning to enjoy a family meal, there’s nothing worse than heading outside and being greeted by dirty, dingy patio furniture. But with outdoor sets made from everything from teak and resin to wicker and aluminum, it can be hard to know exactly how to clean and maintain your pieces....

April 29, 2022 · 3 min · 484 words · Jerry Wayman

How To Ensure Guests Attend Your Post Wedding Brunch

brunch's waffle bar Credit: Erin Wilson Photography ` 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...

April 29, 2022 · 4 min · 722 words · Karina Ballas

How To Hang A Quilt

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April 29, 2022 · 4 min · 654 words · Travis Shipp

How To Make Your Own Jewelry

necklace-glossary-0511mld107086.jpg Credit: Raymond Hom necklace-glossary-0511mld107086.jpg Credit: Raymond Hom necklace-glossary-0511mld107086.jpg Credit: Raymond Hom necklace-glossary-0511mld107086.jpg Credit: Raymond Hom Making your own jewelry is a revelation. When you admire pieces through a glass case in a shop, it’s hard to imagine that you could actually create dazzling earrings, sweet charm bracelets, and elegant necklaces with gleaming stone pendants yourself. But most anyone can learn jewelry making. The meditative process of stringing beads, tying knots, and twisting wire does call for patience and practice, and along with a few fundamental techniques, you’ll also need some specific supplies....

April 29, 2022 · 3 min · 625 words · Cassandra Hall

How To Store Wild Bird Seed Suet Cakes And Mealworms

feed bucket holders with seeds and salt Credit: Kana Okada feed bucket holders with seeds and salt Credit: Kana Okada feed bucket holders with seeds and salt Credit: Kana Okada feed bucket holders with seeds and salt Credit: Kana Okada You can enjoy the sights and sounds of birds all year round, although certain times of the year—particularly spring and fall—are considered the best times to view them. Stocking your backyard bird feeder with enticing food is a surefire way to get those fluttering guests to come a-calling....

April 29, 2022 · 5 min · 898 words · Gloria Villicana

How To Treat Dark Circles Under Eye Puffiness And Lines

closeup woman eye Credit: Dougal Waters / Getty Images More than any other feature, our eyes are a road map of our experiences, reflecting years of laughing, smiling, and squinting at screens. The reason lies in basic physiology: The skin surrounding them is roughly three times thinner than that on the rest of the face. With every movement it stretches like elastic, but it doesn’t bounce back as resiliently. And because it lacks padding, dark shadows appear more pronounced, and water retention from salt, alcohol, and allergies can lead to inflated bags underneath....

April 29, 2022 · 6 min · 1212 words · Jessica Iuliucci

Make Ahead Easter Dessert Recipes

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April 29, 2022 · 5 min · 964 words · Daniel Jackson

Pasta Water Is The Secret To Superior Sauce

Don’t throw the water out after your pasta is cooked. It’s a simple thing, but it might feel like a revelation. If you haven’t heard this cooking motto before, consider adapting to it now. The water left in the pot after you have cooked your spaghetti, fusilli, or shells is loaded with the starch the pasta left behind, which is why it looks cloudy. Pasta Carbonara recipe Credit: Bryan Gardner A small amount of this water can really enhance your pasta dishes....

April 29, 2022 · 3 min · 554 words · Rhett Hanson