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“Uvariopsis dicaprio” — A ghost orchid that’s being named after Leonardo DiCaprio. He’s more of a Rose guy.

Name an experience that would bring you joy. Now put your money where your mouth is. Today’s How to Skimm Your Life Challenge, presented by Fidelity, centers around bringing the FUN into funds. Start a sinking fund for something joyful — a vacation, new clothes, new furniture. Whatever it is, it should make you happy. Ready, set, save. And get more saving tips from us here.

PS: Something else that’ll make you grin: getting our challenges texted to you every weekday throughout January. Sign up here, and then view all of our challenges here.

In some places around the country, chilly temps are here to stay. And with them come lots of issues. Which we’ve got solutions for. If you’re someone who always feels cold, look no further than these winter essentials that’ll keep ya warm (like heated slippers and flannel sheets). If you’re constantly screaming “whyyy is everything so dry,” we’ve got tips, tricks, and product recs that’ll actually keep your skin moisturized. Consider your winter problems solved.

Here are today’s recs to help you live a smarter life…

1. A takeout alternative that’s just as stress-free. This meal kit brand makes having food at home much more exciting. ‘Cause you can choose from 50 weekly options. And they’re all delicious. PS: Skimm’rs get 16 free meals (plus three special gifts) in their first box.*

2. How to help your dog celebrate reset season. Because furry friends can stand to eat healthier, too. And this fresh, human-grade dog food is basically a ‘new year, new you’ diet for pups. Did we mention Skimm’rs get 50% off their first box? Delish.*

3. Our most popular products of last year, just in case ya missed it. 2021 has come to a close and the results are in: Skimm'rs (hey, that's you) love to shop. Check out these overall bestsellers and top picks in categories like home, under $25, and self-care.

4. Everything you need to create the ultimate at-home gym. We chatted with a fitness expert about which weights and accessories you should buy if you’re trying to level up your exercise situation. Beginners, welcome.

5. What to shop on Amazon this January. 2022 is here. Prep your home with kitchen essentials, pet products, and so much more. Psst...we also rounded up winter clothes and accessories to bundle up in.

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We like to celebrate the wins, big and small. Let us know how your friends, neighbors, coworkers (and yes, even you) are making career moves, checking off goals, or making an impact in the community.

Getting Ziggy with it…Mindy M (CA). She is an art teacher at a middle school and has been helping students transition back to in-person learning. And to help with that, she enrolled her Great Dane Ziggy into therapy classes and brings the good doggo to class with her to help students. 

Lending a paw…Bethany M (WI). She started fostering dogs for a local rescue in late 2019. Things picked up during the pandemic. Since then, she’s housed more than 60 dogs and helped them find furever homes.

(Some) Birthdays…Katie Couric (NY), Megan Mairs (FL), Candace Arnold (IL), Madeline Tamagni (DC), Alan Alpert (CA), Fred Yerman (NY), Carly Cooke (NC), Allie Burton (GA), Ann Harrison (OK), Samara Carranza (OR), Julie Bollinger (CA), Shari Kenney (LA), Danielle Poulin (CT), Rebecca Weiner (IL), Maddie Rohr (MI)

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It’s been a minute (or twenty years) since we first heard “Wingardium Leviosa” on the big screen. Listen to this week’s ep of “Skimm This,” where we cover everything from the magical legacy of the Harry Potter franchise to President Biden’s beef with the meat industry. Mischief managed.

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