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In fact, watering plants may be the number one priority for plant parents. Anyone who has progressed beyond gardening for beginners may want to look into pruning, deadheading, fertilizing, re-potting, and more, but plant-care newbies will want to focus on watering plants the just-right amount. It’s possible to both over- and under-water plants, so figuring out how (and how often) to water plants sounds deceptively easy. In reality, it does take a little know-how (and a lot of patience and experimentation)....

To zest a lemon, always start by washing the fruit under running water and patting it dry before using. Even if you’re just using the zest, it’s important to remove all the wax coating or anything else that might be on the outside before zesting. If you are planning to juice the lemon too, zesting should always come first. Trust us, trying to grate tiny quarters of a lemon is a challenge....

How to Quick-Clean a Shower Curtain Liner with a Magic Eraser A couple of months ago, I was preparing for a surprise out-of-town guest (and putting these speed cleaning routines to good use), when it suddenly dawned on me that my shower was a disaster. For most last-minute cleanings, the shower is an easy fix: close the shower curtain and keep your fingers crossed that curious guests don’t take a peek inside....

The device uses sonic technology to combine the gentle feel of a manual toothbrush with the deep-cleaning capabilities of an electric one. This results in an effective clean that won’t leave gums bleeding or irritated after brushing. Trust me, I gave it a try for myself after growing frustrated with my old electric toothbrush that often felt too strong for my sensitive gums. Spotlight’s sonic brush has three cleaning modes, so you can find a comfortable way to properly clean your teeth....

Without exactly meaning to, though, I found a cost-efficient solution that has all my dinner guests fooled. These stoneware-inspired mini bowls at Target fit in perfectly alongside my fancy set, and they happen to be only $4 each. To buy: $4; target.com. The Stoneware Mini Bowls, from the Target-exclusive home line Hearth & Hand with Magnolia, are sold individually and in a set of four and come in black or cream, with a matte finish and a rustic lip that gives off handmade vibes....

French toast is already easy to cook: Dunk stale bread into a custard base (typically eggs, milk, and maybe a splash of vanilla or cinnamon), and then sear it in a skillet with butter and oil until golden brown. But can it get even easier? The simplest swap we could think of for the custard base is melted ice cream. It makes a lot of sense when you think about it, because ice cream is simply a more delicious version of milk (or heavy cream) and eggs whisked with sugar....

Haley Cairo is a Delaware native who grew up designing floor plans, making mood boards, and reading her mother’s design magazines instead of playing with toys. Over the past 10 years, Haley has shared her journey, healthy living tips, DIYs, productivity hacks, and personal life on her YouTube channel. Catch the first episode of Simply on February 24, with new episodes every Wednesday.

However, like every other major life choice, the decision to rent vs. buy property deserves careful consideration. So we asked personal finance experts to help us navigate the often intimidating process. Keep reading for everything you need to consider and all the tough but necessary questions to ask when deciding between being a homeowner or a renter. Focus on What You Want You may have heard the common warnings that renting is wasting money, or that owning a home is the only way to build wealth....

Upon setting up the Koios air purifier and letting it run, shoppers were quick to notice improvements in their breathing and home environment. As one person wrote, “I can tell just from running it on full power for an hour that I’m already sneezing a lot less from springtime pollen allergies.” This isn’t just a fancy fan though, as this Koios machine has three built-in HEPA filters which can successfully remove airborne particles like mold spores, dander, and pollen from your home....

What’s even more shocking is that while women are paid less as a whole, women of color are paid even less—with Latinas on the very bottom of the list, according to Lean In. The latest data from 2019 shows that Asian women make 13 percent less than white men, Black women make 37 percent less, and Native American women make 40 percent less. And for Latinas, who earn a whopping 43 percent less than white men, the data is even more depressing: Not only does the pay gap between Latinas and white men begin early, but Latinas with a bachelor’s degree see the worst pay gap in comparison to white men with a college degree, and even though they ask for raises and promotions at rates similar to men, only 71 Latinas are promoted to manager for every 100 men who receive a promotion, Lean In’s 2020 data shows....

In this version, a variety of cheeses ranging from soft to firm in texture (basically whatever bits and bobs are hanging around in your fridge) are processed with cream cheese, wine, and pepper, and shaped into a ball before being coated with herbs. It holds its shape at room temperature, so don’t be shy about leaving it out alongside other appetizers at your next shindig.

Of course, if your appliance breaks in October or you need a new car in April, there’s not much to be done—but if you can wait to make major purchases or time your purchases right, you can get some major savings from buying the right things at the right times. The best deals are typically during less-popular travel dates, says Kimberly Palmer, a personal finance expert with NerdWallet. “That means avoiding holidays....