Power Outage Tips, Protecting Your Dog's Paws, and More

January 28, 2022

Tip of the Day

Washing clothing with raised lettering, patterns, or delicate parts like beading or sequins? Wash it inside out to keep other clothing in the washer from rubbing against and catching on the delicate bits.

Happy Friday! In today’s newsletter, we have some handy tips to help you keep your dog’s paws safe during the winter and some tips to help keep you safe during winter power outages.

While you’re digging in, here are some of the highlights from the last week:

• Wondering if it’s time for new sheets? Here’s how often you should replace your bedding.
• Starbucks has a new drink, but it isn’t coffee.
• Here’s everything that came to Netflix this week.
• Put the pen to the paper and make the most of 2022 with these planners and journals.
• Here’s how to get free N95 face masks.
• Here’s a list of stuff you can throw in the dishwasher besides dishes—and how to tell if something is dishwasher safe.
• Looking for a new book to read in February? Check out these up-and-coming releases.

And water cooler trivia? As always we have some. Here’s a kid-at-heart bit of trivia for today. On this day in 1958, Godtfred Kirk Christiansen filed the original patent for LEGO building blocks. The company had been making toys for decades and even dabbled in making plastic building blocks as early as the late 1940s, but the 1958 patent was for the studded bricks that we all now know and love.

– Jason

While some weather events are more likely to cause power outages, they can really happen at any time and for many different reasons. With this checklist, you’ll be well-prepared and know just what to do whenever the lights go out. Read More »

One of the biggest challenges you face as a dog parent is figuring out which food is best for your pup. While it’s hard enough picking out the best kibble brand, fresh and frozen dog food has been coming into the spotlight as an even better way to nourish your pet. Here’s what you need to know about fresh dog food versus kibble. Read More »

Whether your dog is like a giddy child in the snow or would rather stay inside from November to March, it’s important to protect her paws in the winter. Everything from hard snow to chemical ice melts can injure a dog’s paw pads. Fortunately, it’s easy to protect your best friend’s furry feet with the right knowledge and a few handy tools. Read More »

Brushing your dog’s hair is a great way to keep your dog happy and healthy while keeping your home dander-free.
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Pets are lovable and adorable, but they can also be smelly.
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Many people know the dread of discovering a stain left behind by a pet.
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Ordering coffee can sometimes be intimidating—especially if you don’t know your lattes from your mochas. That’s why we’ve created this handy coffee glossary. Armed with these definitions, you’ll never be at a loss for what to order again! Read More »

To say there are a lot of skin care products on the market would be quite an understatement. If you’re planning to try some new products this year, there’s actually a lot to navigate. This is because some combinations of ingredients could be bad for your skin, while others could boost the benefits. Read More »

Ever hit your local Chick-fil-A, only to get home and realize you forgot to ask for sauce? Are all the extras from your kitchen drawer gone, too? Well, you’re in luck, because we’ve got an easy fix for this problem. Read More »

There are a lot of benefits to meal prepping, but the one downside is stacking all that darn food in your fridge. We’ve got a solution for you, and it’s on sale. Read More »

Surprise! Starbucks is known for its coffee. Obviously, that’s not much of a surprise, but the fact that the coffee brand just launched an energy drink might be. Read More »

When it comes to iconic grocery store foods, Trader Joe’s takes the cake for the chain with the beloved items. Now, you can find out customers’ favorites. Read More »

Super Bowl LVI is almost here. If you are looking to upgrade your living room setup before the big game, retailers are offering significant discounts on some of the most popular televisions. And, we have handpicked the best TV deals. Read More »

It’s been a while since I’ve had my hands on an Acer laptop, so I was excited to try this one out. Compared to its predecessor, the Swift 3, the Swift 5 boasts a lighter weight and a much longer battery life (we’re talking three times as long). For the most part, it lived up to the hype. Read More »

We’ve sung FightCamp’s praises for a while. The at-home workout program provides guided boxing or kickboxing workouts with virtual trainers and real equipment. Plus, it costs a lot less than in-person boxing lessons. And if you sign up for FightCamp before February 1st, you can save $220 on a starter kit. Read More »

This week Tesla confirmed what many had already assumed. The company will delay the Cybertruck due to supply chain constraints and other issues and delay the Roadster. CEO Elon Musk will instead focus on the Tesla humanoid robot, AI, and its full self-driving software throughout 2022. Read More »