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December 9, 2021

Tip of the Day

Winter is the perfect time to save your local power company’s customer service number in your phone. The faster power outages are reported, the faster they’re attended to.

Happy Thursday! If you’re feeling a bit of end-of-week stress or some the-holidays-are-almost-here stress, now’s the time to indulge yourself with some stress-busting gifts.

If part of your stress is holiday prep, though, do check out this must-have stainless steel cleaner for your kitchen and this clever fridge storage hack. Speaking of the holidays, if you have a White Elephant party coming up, here’s a list of gifts under $20.

And water cooler trivia? You know we have some. First, a serious one. On this day in 1979, smallpox—after an aggressive ten-year global vaccination campaign—is declared eradicated. To date, it is only one of two diseases declared fully eradicated by the World Health Organization. Also on this day, in 1965, A Charlie Brown Christmas aired for the first time, quickly becoming a holiday classic.

– Jason

Happy Wednesday! As is tradition, a Hump Day camel fact. Camels have spent most of their time on Earth wild. They were only domesticated around 3,000 years ago in the Arabian Peninsula.

You probably don’t have a domesticated camel, but there’s a nearly 50/50 chance you have a domesticated dog—and if you got that dog this year there’s a solid chance you picked one of 2021’s most popular dog names.

And speaking of domestic in a different sense, we have a clever hack for making your Christmas tree seem fuller, cookie-scented candles, and some party games to keep your guests entertained—one of the most popular games in our party game roundup, Codenames, is nearly half-off right now.

And water cooler trivia? Here’s one for the football fans. On this day in 1940, the Chicago Bears beat the Washington Redskins in what would become the biggest beat-down margin of loss in the history of the NFL, a painful 73-0. Ouch.

– Jason

When it comes to pretty food, it’s hard to refrain from taking pictures and sharing them online, especially around the holidays. If you’re looking to up your photography game and get some Insta-worthy shots of that holiday spread, follow these tips, and you’ll feel like a food influencer in no time! Read More »

If you’re headed to a holiday party or family gathering this year, there’s a good chance you’ll be participating in a white elephant gift exchange. As people compare gifts during the game, you want yours to be the most desirable. Read More »

It’s the holidays, and for most people, that means lots of food. Let’s be honest, though, most of us only have a finite amount of space in our fridges. Thankfully, there’s a hack for that. Read More »

You work hard to keep your plants looking green and lively, so get a stand that lets you show off your hard work.
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Vintage picture frames can showcase photographs and artwork with a high level of intricacy, class, and drama.
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Most Christmas tree hacks out there reveal already decorating. However, there’s one popular trick that supposedly helps your tree live longer. Read More »

You clean your countertops and your sink, but has your stainless steel been neglected? You might already have just what you need to keep it clean. Read More »

Not all of us can seamlessly decorate for the holidays, cook the perfect meal, and host. If you’re someone who can, I bow in awe. Thankfully, though, for those of us who aren’t hosting deities, Costco has the answer. Read More »

If you’re traveling abroad, learning a new language, or need help reading a sign or menu, these are the best translation apps worth downloading. While the most popular option is Google Translate, there are several other helpful translator apps with various languages or features worth considering. Read More »

Ready to improve your browsing experience? Google just published its favorite Chrome extensions of 2021, including some extensions dedicated to productivity, shopping, and education. Whether you’re working at an office or chilling at home, these are the Chrome extensions worth trying. Read More »