While most of us associate playtime with childhood, adults are increasingly acknowledging the importance of play and leisure time for themselves. A new survey commissioned by The Genius of Play and conducted by OnePoll finds that 89percent of adults have learned to appreciate the importance of play and leisure time over the past year. What’s […]
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New Recycling Option: Contact Lenses
When it comes to recycling, you may not often think about something as small as your contact lenses. Did you know, though, that 45 million Americans who wear contact lenses flush anywhere between 1.8 and 3.36 billion lenses down the toilet or sink per year? As a result, contact lenses could be contributing to the […]
Keep Your Home Network Secure with These Simple Steps
Working and learning from home is the new norm for millions of American families. They’re engaged in a daily juggling act, making sure everyone has the bandwidth and privacy to complete their work, whether it’s the latest algebra assignment or the monthly all-staff meeting. Add in streaming services, online shopping and an assortment of other […]
Four Things You Can Do While Home for the Holidays
During the holidays, you may be seeking comfort, whether that’s the comfort of home — or anywhere but home. With travel precautions making possibilities somewhat limited this year, you may not be able to take the exact trip you’ve been dreaming about. However, whether or not you leave home this holiday season, you can find […]
Tips to Help Prevent Electrical Fires at Home
Electrical fires often occur unexpectedly in locations that may be hidden from view. As the second most-common type of home fire in the United States, more than 40,000 electrical fires occur in American homes every year, resulting in hundreds of deaths, over 1,000 injuries and more than $1 billion in property damage, according to the […]
6 Tips for Refinancing Your Mortgage
The recent economic downturn has caused many Americans to worry about their money, but there is at least one potential bright spot: lower interest rates. For homeowners, this means that it may be time to consider refinancing your mortgage. Refinancing can give you an opportunity to lower your monthly mortgage payments and save money by […]
Things to Do This Summer: Make a (Virtual) ‘Visit’ to the Smithsonian
If you are looking for new things to this summer do while staying home or social distancing, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian has you covered. The museum has lots of free content available for both adults and kids, including digital learning tools for students of all ages and online versions of many […]
4 Steps for Developing a Thoughtful Estate Plan
Many people may avoid estate planning because they think it can be put off until later in life. But experts agree that adults of any age should have a plan in place to make sure their financial affairs are in order after they pass on or in case they are incapacitated. A complete and thoughtful […]
Tips for Planting, Growing and Caring for a Container Garden
Container gardens are a viable and popular cultivation option, especially for those who have limited sun-exposed spaces or are looking to start small and learn the basics of gardening. “Containers, whether bought or recycled, are a great place to plant herb and vegetable gardens,” says landscape designer Doug Scott of Redeem Your Ground in Atlanta, […]
