Take Awesome Holiday Photos at Home, Save on a UV Sanitizer, and More

November 30, 2021

Tip of the Day

Frequent shoveling helps prevent ice buildup under snowfall and ensures when the sun finally comes out it can heat your driveway and sidewalks more efficiently.

Happy Tuesday! All of you are scattered in climates of all kinds, but where I am it’s got big “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas” vibes today with all the trees caked in snow. Speaking of snow, if you’re looking for your big dusting do check out this breakdown of the month when it’s most likely to snow in your location.

If the talk of snow has you feeling the holiday spirit, we have some suitably holiday-centric tips to share with you. Here’s a great recipe to bulk bake Christmas cookies and if you’re planning some fun family holiday photos, we have tips and tricks from professional photographers to share. And what would the holidays be without candles? So grab (or gift!) some of these must-have candle accessories.

Speaking of gifts and deals, the Phone Soap 3, a handy little gadget that sanitizes your phone with UV-C light, is on sale today. I have one and have used it throughout the pandemic. Super handy little device. The black and white color models are 50% off which is even better than the Black Friday and Cyber Monday prices for this device. The Phone Soap is a great product but at $30 it’s a steal.

And water cooler trivia? You know we have some. Today is a particularly special day as, on this day in 1835, iconic American writer Mark Twain was born in Missouri. In honor of Twain’s birthday, allow me to share one of my favorite Mark Twain quotes.

“When I was a boy of 14, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be 21, I was astonished at how much the old man had learned in seven years.”

– Jason

Attempting to take your kid’s holiday photos at home can be much more stressful than it should be. We got tips from professional photographers to help you get the best pictures possible. Read More »

From fuzzy blankets and oversized pillows to ambient lighting, there are a lot of ways to make your home feel cozy. But, perhaps, nothing says cozy like the flickering glow of a candle with a tantalizing, room-filling scent. Read More »

Last year, as just about everyone was stuck at home at some point, many discovered (or rediscovered) a love for solving puzzles and mysteries. In fact, these types of games were flying off shelves, and many sold out well before the holidays. This year, though, they’re back, and if you have a puzzle- or mystery-lover in your family, any of these gifts is sure to delight them. Read More »

Most families have meaningful holiday traditions that they participate in.
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Decorating the outside of your home during the holiday season can be just as fun as decorating the inside.
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An indoor firewood rack is a convenient way to keep your wood dry and close by! If you need one for your home, check out our recommendations.
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You probably already know that you should be cleaning your makeup brushes (even if you don’t do it as often as you should). However, did you know you should be cleaning your hairbrushes, too? Read More »

Not all of us can be savvy gift wrappers—particularly when it comes to oddly shaped presents. Thankfully, though, there’s a hack for it. Read More »

With Thanksgiving over and Christmas well on its way, you might be wondering when a winter wonderland is in store. Turns out that in some months it’s more likely to happen than others. Read More »

Because HDMI 2.1 devices, like the Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and graphics cards from NVIDIA and AMD, are pushing more pixels than ever, the last thing you need is an unreliable cable causing problems. Here’s how to avoid getting scammed. Read More »

Nvidia is expanding its GeForce Now streaming service with the power of its latest 30-series GPUs—the 3080, to be precise. Not only does that mean better performance, but it also unlocks RTX enhancements like ray tracing to anyone with a good enough internet connection. But at a very steep price. Read More »

Everybody knows about Google Chrome’s hidden dinosaur game, but did you know that Google has a secret pinball game tucked in its iOS app? It’s easy to play, but like the famous dinosaur game, it offers a surprising amount of depth. Here’s how to access Google’s secret pinball game on your iPhone. Read More »

After taking a little break, LEGO is back with another epic Architecture series. This week the LEGO Architecture Singapore set made its debut, coming in with 827 pieces that will bring the Singapore skyline and famous landmarks to you. Read More »