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Taking the Plunge
Better Homes & Gardens US

Taking the Plunge

The design star of Emily Henderson's backyard is the mini pool, a luxe little water feature her family can use year-round.

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2 mins  |
June 2024
Dear Dad
Better Homes & Gardens US

Dear Dad

The health nut didn't fall far from the tree. I learned from my father's example of an active life filled with volunteering, hobbies & friendship.

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3 mins  |
June 2024
Use Your Melon
Southern Living

Use Your Melon

Refreshing recipes to showcase the versatile and sweet cantaloupe

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1 min  |
June - July 2024
She's Got the Scoop
Southern Living

She's Got the Scoop

In Richmond, Virginia, Rabia Kamara creates ice cream that celebrates Black culture and her heritage

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3 mins  |
June - July 2024
Modern Manners Advice for Your Social Quandaries
Real Simple

Modern Manners Advice for Your Social Quandaries

My husband's niece is getting married in eight months. The save-the-date only had my husband's name, my name, and my husband's two kids' names (my stepkids).

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3 mins  |
June 2024
BLUEBERRY SWEET CORN SHORTCAKE
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BLUEBERRY SWEET CORN SHORTCAKE

Two of summer's best ingredients come together in an epic dessert just begging to be invited to a party.

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2 mins  |
June 2024
MAKE YOUR JEWELRY SHINE
Real Simple

MAKE YOUR JEWELRY SHINE

A treasure trove of tips to get your sparkly things ready for primetime

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2 mins  |
June 2024
THE BEST
Real Simple

THE BEST

Sometimes it's not enough for our editors to be instantly impressed by a product. Sometimes we want to push it to the limits in one of our three labs, our own homes, or both to see how it holds up under pressure. We cook, we wear, we smear, we clean. We evaluate and tally. Then we give out the REAL SIMPLE Selects seal. When we put that label on something, that means it's among the 5,200-plus products we've formally evaluated according to strict protocols. On this list: some of our current faves. If you see something you like, scan the QR code and get shopping!

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2 mins  |
June 2024
Mess Busters Goodbye Stains
Better Homes & Gardens US

Mess Busters Goodbye Stains

Spots and smells come with pet ownership. Luckily, our favorite tricks to remove them might be easier than you'd expect.

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1 min  |
June 2024
Trading Places
Better Homes & Gardens US

Trading Places

When the heat hits, a clever late-spring swap keeps this Georgia garden feeling light and refreshing.

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2 mins  |
June 2024
The FRIENDLIEST Places in the South 2024
Southern Living

The FRIENDLIEST Places in the South 2024

Hospitality is a hallmark of our region, but people define it in different ways. Is it a conversation in the checkout line? A bartender who knows your order before you sit down? The way a community welcomes people who are just passing through? So we asked you, our readers, to share the places that make you feel right at home on every level. Narrowing down thousands of nominations for hotels, restaurants, stores, nonprofits, and more was no small feat, but it was very uplifting. As these 20 standouts show, Southerners go above and beyond to take care of one another.

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10 mins  |
June - July 2024
what to COOK
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what to COOK

RECIPES FOR REAL LIFE

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6 mins  |
June 2024
Vacation MODE
Better Homes & Gardens US

Vacation MODE

Part vintage surfer pad, part tropical escape, part colorful boho paradise, this living room melds global influences into a space that evokes the joyful energy of being on holiday.

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1 min  |
June 2024
THE BEST GUY IN THE WORLD
Real Simple

THE BEST GUY IN THE WORLD

From the very start, our rescue pup sensed what we needed from him.

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3 mins  |
Dogs
YOUR BED OR MINE?
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YOUR BED OR MINE?

Doctors and sleep pros tackle the thorny question of where Pepper should sleep.

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5 mins  |
Dogs
SPLISH, SPLASH
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SPLISH, SPLASH

Before you let your pup dive into the deep end, here's how to help her get on swimmingly in the water.

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3 mins  |
Dogs
EXPLORING THE EMOTIONAL BENEFITS OF HAVING A DOG
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EXPLORING THE EMOTIONAL BENEFITS OF HAVING A DOG

Who gives the best warm fuzzies? That little furball curled up at your feet right now.

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Dogs
QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE GETTING A DOG
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QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE GETTING A DOG

She will change your world-in ways you can and can't imagine. Most important to both of you: building trust.

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5 mins  |
Dogs
CHOW TIME
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CHOW TIME

Make sure your dog is getting all the nutrition she needs.

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8 mins  |
Dogs
THINGS PEOPLE DO THAT DOGS CAN'T STAND
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THINGS PEOPLE DO THAT DOGS CAN'T STAND

Do you hug her? Dress her up? Rush through her walks? You may be getting on your pet's nerves.

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6 mins  |
Dogs
SAVING MONEY ON DOG EXPENSES
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SAVING MONEY ON DOG EXPENSES

Your pup can run up the bills, but we're here to help with some wallet-friendly tips and tricks.

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4 mins  |
Dogs
THE RIGHT STUFF
Real Simple

THE RIGHT STUFF

Calling all puppy parents: Have you consulted our vet-approved checklist for all things dog?

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5 mins  |
Dogs
NO GOING BACK
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NO GOING BACK

How a big, needy foster dog (who was afraid of everything) gained confidence, won over his new family, and inspired this touching, pandemic-era essay.

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5 mins  |
Dogs
A POSITIVE BOND BETWEEN YOUR PUP AND YOUR KIDS
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A POSITIVE BOND BETWEEN YOUR PUP AND YOUR KIDS

Start the work before your first meet-and-greet.

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3 mins  |
Dogs
THE PERFECT COMPANION
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THE PERFECT COMPANION

Energizer bunny? Couch potato? Furry? Smooth? The pup that fits you.

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4 mins  |
Dogs
A RUNNING START
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A RUNNING START

Your dream jogging buddy has four legs and a fur coat, and she's ready to go.

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2 mins  |
Dogs
HOME ALONE
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HOME ALONE

A training pro offers advice to prep your pet for solo time.

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3 mins  |
Dogs
BASIC TRAINING
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BASIC TRAINING

Be consistent. Make it fun. And bring lots of treats.

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3 mins  |
Dogs
Practically Perfect
House Beautiful US

Practically Perfect

Ingeniows design tricksiturn thig\Jacksonville, Florida, homefintoia kid-friendly neighborhood gem.

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2 mins  |
May - June 2024
CREATIVE LICENSE
House Beautiful US

CREATIVE LICENSE

A Nashville ranch's palette feels personal and harmonious with the outdoors.

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3 mins  |
May - June 2024