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The Anrabess turtleneck is made from a soft, stretchy blend of viscose and nylon. It features long bat-wing sleeves, a ribbed texture, and an asymmetrical hem, offering a cozy feel with a modern look. Since the cut is on the longer side, you can wear this sweater as a tunic with pants or leggings, and it’s easy to dress up or down. The sweater is available in 32 colors and patterns, including classics, like black and navy, as well as bolder options, like royal blue and several color block designs....

A few smart tips to keep in mind: First, remove all excess moisture from the butternut squash fries before coating them with cornstarch. “This will help them to get more crisp in the oven,” Jawad says. Also, make sure to cut the fries as evenly and thinly as you can to help them get more browned and ensure that they cook through evenly. And lastly, avoid over-crowding your pan with the cut fries....

Serve these fabulously messy sandwiches with fresh coleslaw that has a quick red wine vinegar and sour cream dressing. If you end up with leftover coleslaw, add it to a rice bowl. Also, add a little more tomato sauce to any leftover meat, then serve it over pasta. 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 pound ground turkey 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce ¼ cup dark brown sugar ¼ cup barbecue sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce kosher salt and black pepper 4 hamburger buns...

The Essentials Basket of BasicsOffer a neat grouping of new toothbrushes, travel-size toiletries (including toothpaste and saline solution), and “just-in-case” meds, so guests instantly feel cared for. Hand Sanitizer and Disinfecting WipesLeaving out a few extra cleaning supplies may help your guests feel more comfortable and in control of their space. Vacant DrawersIt’s off-putting for visitors to find the guest room closet and dresser bursting with your overflow clothing. Leave at least two free drawers (set ajar so it’s clear that they’re for guest use), ample hanging space, and a half-dozen hangers to stow belongings....

So what are you getting when you sign up for this meal delivery service? In short, these are cost-effective meal kits that explore classic and unique flavors without much prep time. Examples of menu items include spaghetti with Brussels sprouts and parmesan cheese, blackened chicken and cauliflower grits, and a zucchini mozzarella and sun-dried tomato panini. With prices starting at $57 per week, HelloFresh lets you customize your plan by choosing the number of servings and recipes you’d like to receive and noting any dietary preferences....

Below, learn more about the history of free stores, how they work, and how you can contribute to or start one of your own. The History of Free Stores The idea of a moneyless market or store isn’t actually new at all. It’s actually a 17th century idea being continued in the 21st century. The first known iteration of these ‘markets’ were the brainchild of a communist, agriculturally based sect in England around 1649-1650 called the Diggers....

What Is Nail Slugging? “Nail slugging, an evolution of the popular Korean skin slugging trend, is a new way to hydrate and revive dry or damaged nails,” says Dana Stern, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist and nail specialist. Just like skin slugging involves coating skin in a thick layer of an occlusive ointment (typically Vaseline), so too holds true for nail slugging, during which you coat the nail and cuticle with the same....

Umami is one of the five basic tastes (along with sweet, sour, bitter, and salty) and translates to savory. Umami can be naturally found in a variety of foods. These six ingredients have umami in spades—here’s how to harness their flavors every day of the week. Get the recipe for antipasto stromboli. Learn more about soy sauce, then get the recipe for slow cooker soy-braised chicken. Blend a spoonful into creamy carrot soup, or mix it with yogurt and dollop it onto salmon burgers or roasted vegetables....

A study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that half of the population will require long-term services and support—such as an in-home caregiver or residence in an assisted living community—if they reach age 65. The average costs of those services will be about $140,000, but for many Americans the number will be much higher. “It’s a point in our life none of us wants to get to actually, but the cost of long-term custodial care can literally wipe out a couple’s retirement savings,” says Terry Savage, a nationally syndicated financial columnist and author of The Savage Truth on Money....

As financial therapist and licensed professional counselor Kathy Haines, LPC explains, conflict over finances is among the top three reasons couples fight—or ultimately get divorced. Because everyone has a different experience with money and varied emotions tied to it, talking about money feels personal and can make us uneasy, fast. “Being vulnerable enough to have open and honest communication around money creates financial intimacy. This in turn creates safety within the relationship,” Haines says....

“In some cases, people often need more than the rule of thumb to retire with, as with their increased free time, they need more money in order to fill the void of having a job,” says Scott Nelson, the CEO of MoneyNerd. “This could include travel, buying new property, and so on, which requires a larger pension.” However, Nelson points out that with increased age comes decreasing energy, so people can also save too much for retirement and never get around to spending it....

Not only is getting a sunburn painful, too much sun exposure can also cause premature aging and potentially lead to skin cancer. In fact, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), just a few serious sunburns can increase your child’s risk of skin cancer later in life. Of course, the main way to protect kids from sun exposure is by applying sunscreen, but according to Carla Burns, research analyst for the Environmental Working Group (EWG), many sunscreen products don’t provide sufficient UV protection or contain potentially harmful ingredients that are best to avoid....

As of late, it’s a virtual and visual world in which painted arches and peel-and-stick wallpaper prevail, sleek, straight lines are blurred, and mid-century modern takes the backseat to wavy, Art Deco accents (bonus points if it’s a video and your favorite tunes are playing in the background). From sculptural furniture to statement tiles (and those bendy candles you have to see in action!), read on as we break down 10 spring 2021 decor trends that are taking over our feeds and homes....

RELATED: 8 Simple Ways to Practice Self-Care Every Single Day (Because You Deserve It) RELATED: How to Be Happy—10 Ways to Be Happy (or at Least Happier) This type of act can extend beyond your friend group. We’re all surrounded by so many people who are in need of love and attention. “Think of something like an Adopt-a-Neighbor idea where you leave friendly messages for your neighbor who might be elderly or home with young children,” says Susan London, LMSW, the director of social work at Shore View Nursing and Rehabilitation Center....

Since there are so many different lunch boxes available online, we scoured thousands of reviews in order to find the most stylish lunch bags that are actually worth buying. From a lunch bag disguised as a fashionable handbag to a colorful patterned option from Vera Bradley that attracts compliments wherever it goes, these are the best lunch bags for women to make packed lunches feel much more luxurious. In addition to being cute enough that you actually use them, the best reusable lunch bags for women are typically insulated so that your food stays at a safe temperature during your commute—otherwise, you’ll need to carry an ice pack....

It can be difficult to navigate and decipher the long list of ingredients on most beauty product labels. Thankfully, there are sites and apps that can help make the process easier. EWG’s Skin Deep database allows you to search for cosmetic ingredients and products to see if they meet the non-profit’s strict criteria. There are also apps, like Yuka, that allow you to scan a product to find out if it contains any endocrine disruptors, carcinogens, allergens, or irritants....

Our environments can have an impact on our mental health, so it’s a good idea to assess and make sure the items that dwell within it are functional, convenient, comfortable, and bringing you joy. This evaluation is especially important as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, meaning we may be more home-bound than we anticipated for at least some of 2022. Below, you’ll find a handful of household essentials that can help give your space a fresh start for the new year, including highly rated pillows and a set of super soft bath towels....

1 thawed sheet of frozen puff pastry (from a 17.3-ounce box)1 beaten egg½ teaspoon paprika¼ teaspoon kosher salt1¼ cups finely grated Manchego cheese (about 5 ounces) 12 cinnamon sticks6 pieces star anise1 tablespoon whole allspice berries1 tablespoon whole cloves6 spice bags Divide the cinnamon, star anise, allspice, and cloves among the bags. Keep at room temperature for up to six months. Hardback journalSet of alphabet stampsStamp padRubber bandLarge binder clipAcid-free paperRulerPencilAdhesive, such as Tombow Mono Permanent Adhesive...