Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
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Kourtney Kardashian Is Fully Aware Her Makeup Routine Is Nothing Like Her Sisters'
Beauty is a business the KarJenners are familiar with. You've got Kylie's famous lip kits, KKW Beauty, Khloé's recent collaboration with Becca Cosmetics, and even Kendall's partnership with Proactiv. Kourtney Kardashian will be the first to admit she does her makeup "so differently" from her sisters, but she's still down for some good glam. In celebration of her lifestyle website's launch on Tuesday, Kardashian walked Vogue through her simple, stripped-down beauty routine, and it's truly mesmerizing.
As she does her own makeup, Kardashian finds a balance between her love of all-natural products and her sisters' beauty lines. She concocts her own face mask situation and DIYs lip scrub, but still reaches for a Kylie Cosmetics Lip Liner in Dolce ($12) and adds a little bronze to her face with KKW Beauty Cream Contour ($18). And what would Kardashian's makeup be without her longtime favorite foundation? Watch her full routine above to see exactly how she achieves her signature glowy look and shop all her products for yourself.
This Sleep Doctor Has Very Bad News For Those Who Constantly Slam the Snooze Button
Some days it can feel near impossible to get out of bed. So much, in fact, that you can find yourself hitting the snooze button over and over again, hoping for a few more minutes of precious sleep. But can this habit make you even more tired? That's the question POPSUGAR asked a sleep doctor.
"The brain is not an on-off switch, and the process of waking up takes an hour or so," explained Daniel Barone, MD, a neurologist at New York-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine and author of Let's Talk About Sleep: A Guide to Understanding and Improving Your Slumber. "By hitting snooze, you are reversing the process, and as a result, the brain doesn't know what to do, so you may feel sleepy and hungover longer into the day."
That's not to say that dozing off won't feel good in that moment - but remember that it's temporary. "It feels good to fall back asleep because serotonin is released, but it's really not ideal," Dr. Barone told POPSUGAR. And that's true even if it's just for another five minutes.
"The amount you snooze doesn't matter that much - the principle of the brain not being an on-off switch is more important," he said. "It's better to just set the alarm as late as you can, and wake up one time at that time."
If you're still struggling to get out of bed, you might want to try hitting the sack sooner. "If you're exhausted when you wake up, it may be a sign you need more sleep," Dr. Barone said. "If that doesn't work, you probably should consider seeing a sleep specialist for an evaluation. There are things like sleep apnea that can lead to unrefreshing sleep, no matter how much sleep you get."
6 Reasons RunDisney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend Is the Most Magical Race on Earth
Walt Disney World recently wrapped up its RunDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend - which includes a 5K and 10K, in addition to the 13.1 - and in a surprise to literally no one who has ever visited a Disney park, it was magical. If you've been thinking about participating in a RunDisney event - or running your first race, period - you should move the princess-themed races to the top of your list. Race weekends are jam-packed with fun, and I'm not just talking about the obvious perks of getting to spend a few days in the park, enjoying the attractions and delicious food. Here are just a few reasons runners love this particular race so much.
- There's amazing merchandise. Every year during the Princess Half Marathon Weekend, RunDisney unveils some of the most beautiful and exclusive merchandise, including wine glasses, Tervis tumblers, race-themed Minnie ears, spirit jerseys, pins, and magnets. Runners can find all of this at the ESPN Wide World of Sports, where the race expo is held.
- Everyone dresses in costume. Part of the fun of Princess Half Marathon Weekend is that almost everyone is wearing some type of costume. Whether they pull the look together themselves or choose to buy a costume or themed t-shirt, the princess vibe is strong. Some people even do character mashups (think: Jedi Anna).
- The finisher medals are awesome. Each distance has a theme, right down to the medals that are presented to runners at the finish line. In the past, medals have been designed in the likeness of the princesses from Tangled, Sleeping Beauty, Brave, The Little Mermaid, and Frozen.
- Characters line the course. Yes, there's a good chance you'll find Disney princesses and sidekicks - and sometimes even villains - in both the pre- and postrace areas and along the course. You'll likely also be greeted by the park's biggest stars: Mickey and Minnie.
- Every mile is Instagram-worthy. There are photo opportunities throughout the race, from backgrounds set up by race staff to princess-themed mile markers, park icons, and cast members with fun signs.
- The postrace food is out of this world. You deserve a treat after 13.1 miles, and there are an abundance of options within the park (this is Disney, after all), from Mickey waffles to those towering Dole Whips.
Still need convincing? Scroll through to see some of the best photos from this year's race.
Feel Muscles You've Never Felt Before With This Intense Strengthening and Sculpting Ab Exercise
Taking the time to strengthen your abs is beneficial for so many reasons. Your core supports you in everything you do: picking things up off the ground, running, lifting weights, breathing, laughing, and even going to the bathroom.
In order to function at your best, it's really important you give your ab muscles some TLC during workouts. I like the lying leg raise with a hip thrust because it's strengthening but it's also good for vanity purposes; it'll help you sculpt and define your abs. You won't have to do many reps before you feel it igniting muscles you've never felt before. Get ready to challenge yourself with this intense exercise.
Lying Leg Raise With Hip Thrust
- Begin lying on your back on a flat bench. Bend your arms, and grip the top of the bench. Your hands should grip the bench by your ears; keep your elbows in tight.
- With control, engage your core and lift your legs up toward the ceiling. Your hips should raise up and off the bench.
- Lower your legs back down to the starting position as slow as you can with control.
- This counts as one rep.
- Complete three sets of 10 reps.
The 10 Scariest Stephen King Movies Ever, Ranked
Stephen King's status as the master of horror is well-earned. With 88 books and counting to his name, the author's ability to tap into the human psyche and find what scares us the most has become uncanny. And Hollywood took notice a long time ago. Not including sequels, more than 40 films based on King's work have been made since 1976's Carrie. On April 5, yet another potentially terrifying adaptation will be added to the list when the Pet Sematary remake hits theaters. Only time will tell if the 2019 film will join the list of King's scariest movie adaptations, but before we head to the theater to find out, let's look back on the 10 most chilling film adaptations of the author's work to date.
Ranked from scary to sleep with the lights on levels of fear, these movies all had theatrical releases (that means Salem's Lot fans are out of luck), and they all showcase exactly why King will always be the true master of horror in the realms of literature and film.
5 Theories About On My Block's Shocking Season 2 Cliffhanger
Warning: giant spoilers for On My Block season two below, so stop reading now if you haven't watched it yet!
On My Block's first season ends with such a devastating cliffhanger that we really never thought the show would be able to top it. But of course, when the clock runs out during season two's finale, Netflix's dramedy presents yet another shocking conclusion that had our jaws immediately on the floor. So, now that we finally know what happened to Olivia after last season's tragic shooting (and we spent an appropriate amount of time sobbing into our couch about it), the new mystery on the horizon is: who kidnaps Monse, Cesar, Jamal, and Ruby?
As a reminder, season two's final episode, "Chapter Twenty," neatly wraps up most of the lingering storylines: the gang war between the Santos and the Prophets comes to an end when Cesar and his older brother Oscar team up to double-cross their rivals, the Prophets; Monse and Cesar seem to be on their way to patching up their relationship despite Cesar's dalliance with his coworker; Ruby's older brother is no longer on the hook for fatherhood; and, of course, the Roller World money has been washed and disposed of (even if it's not in the way the group hoped it would be). That's what makes the final minute of season two so shocking.
After Cesar, Jamal, and Ruby tease Monse about her decision to go to a boarding school in New Hampshire, which they don't believe she'll actually follow through on, she storms off down the sidewalk without them, exclaiming, "I hope I never see any of you again." As she's mumbling to herself about telling off her friends, we see an unmarked gray van pull up alongside the guys, where a group of masked men (or women? It's impossible to tell) hop out, put bags over their heads, and drag them inside the van. Monse, oblivious to what just happened behind her, turns around a few seconds too late to see an empty sidewalk. Just as she's about to huff and puff even more, she's dragged off screen by the same people and tossed into the van.
It's an interesting development, since it 1.) comes out of nowhere, and 2.) doesn't seem to have an easy answer as to who it might be. Let's get to theorizing, shall we?
Did the Prophets Kidnap Them?
This seems like the most obvious answer, which also makes us think it's the least likely to actually be true. Since the war with the Prophets seems to be over once and for all after Cesar and Oscar's plan land the entire gang in prison, it really feels like the conflict between the Santos and the Prophets will stop being a major part of the series (at least to the scale that it is in season two). But could there be a few members of the gang still roaming the streets, looking for revenge? It could even be the Prophets' loved ones acting in retaliation, like Latrelle's girlfriend or other family members.
Did a New Gang Kidnap Them?
Like we said before, the Santos vs. Prophets conflict appears to be at an end. With the Prophets' territory up for grabs, perhaps another gang is going to try to move in and stir up drama in season three. It wouldn't be hard to figure out that Cesar is Oscar's little brother, so a new gang could be attempting to send Oscar a message.
Did Chivo (or Someone Else Connected to the Roller World Money) Kidnap Them?
A key season two plot line revolves around Jamal's need to wash the Roller World money and trying to figure out a way to do so without getting caught. Luckily, with Monse, Ruby, and Jasmine's help, he's able to pull off a scam involving a money transferring service in their area called Money Bunny. But as Chivo - and a few other people in the neighborhood - tell Jamal, the money isn't his to wash. As we hear in both seasons, the Roller World money technically belongs to the Santos, since older, long-dead members of the gang were the ones to find and bury it in the first place.
Perhaps Chivo, a Santos alum, decided getting Juanita (his beloved female gnome) (truly, what even IS this show) wasn't a good enough deal? He does have a pretty sick sense of humor. Or what if his buddies that he claims are dead aren't actually dead? What if they've been in hiding (or living it up on some island) all this time, and they're just metaphorically dead to Chivo? And now they've come out of hiding to claim what's theirs? Plus Cuchillos, the oft-mentioned but never-seen Santos boss, is apparently still kicking around somewhere and could want a meeting with Cesar to chat about what went down. If so, the people in the van could be henchmen bringing Monse, Jamal, Ruby, and Cesar to Cuchillos to give them a talking to.
Did Someone From Money Bunny Kidnap Them?
This seems unlikely, but hear us out - what if the owner of the Money Bunny locations in South Central figures out that they've been had by a bunch of teenagers and decides to take some old-school revenge rather than going to the police? Is there a secret Money Bunny mob we don't know about?!
Is Someone Just Playing a Joke on Them?
As shocking as the kidnapping is, we also have to point out that the tone of the entire scene is more lighthearted than it is an emotional gut punch. It kind of, sort of doesn't feel like they're in any real danger, right? When you compare it to the tone of last season's big twist, when Ruby and Olivia are bleeding out in the backyard, they couldn't be more different. Sure, Olivia and Ruby's lives were in immediate peril, but getting yanked off the street and thrown into a sketchy van isn't exactly a picnic, either. Maybe it's Ruby or Cesar's older brothers trying to play a prank on them? We personally like to think Jasmine is behind it, having finally snapped after one too many of Monse's outfits.
Whatever You Do, Don't Sit in This Row on Your Next Flight
I recently survived a six-hour flight without being able to recline my seat. I thought to myself, Seriously? What are the chances of this happening again?, referring to another lengthy trip I had flown just months before. And then as I continued to think back on most of my recent flights, I realized that I've had a "broken" seat on multiple occasions - cue the ultimate face-palm moment. I always aim to book the closest seat to the front as possible and usually, the closest available option on Virgin America air crafts is row eight - aka the one in front of the exit row, but also known as the row that doesn't recline.
It makes total sense! Just as you're required to keep your tray tables upright during takeoff and landing, the exit row in particular needs to remain unobstructed for safety. It would only make it more difficult for those passengers to assist in an emergency if the seats in front of them were in the way. If you enjoy neck and back pain, book a seat in that row, by all means.
In addition to the row in front of the exit row, here are a few other sections you should really try to avoid on your next flight.
- The last row: Sure, you're conveniently located near the bathroom - but you're also right next to the bathroom. On top of unpleasant smells, you'll also have to deal with standing passengers waiting for their turn in line. Oh, and your seat doesn't recline, either.
- The exit row: Extra legroom is awesome, but this spot also comes with a couple drawbacks. Depending on your aircraft, your seat's tray table may fold into the armrest, which usually equals a narrower seat. And if your plane has two exit rows, the first row of seats don't recline.
- The bulkhead row: These seats are situated in the first row of the main cabin, behind the wall that separates you from first class. Again, you get to enjoy extra legroom but your seat will most likely be narrower to accommodate the tray table in your arm rest. Plus, you won't be able to stow your personal items beneath the seat in front of you, so you'll have to access the overhead compartment each time you need something.
4 Cute Vacation Outfits to Score You All The Likes on Instagram
Whether you're heading to the beach, a city, or taking time off in your hometown, you're sure to need a few cute vacation outfits this summer. By now, you've probably started to get your swimwear looks in order - if not, please take note of six bathing suit trends any woman in the world can pull off - and scooped up a few new pairs of sandals, sunglasses, and maybe even an Instagramable dress or two to rotate through all season. But now, it's time to figure out how to piece it all together, especially for a vacation, when packing the perfect pieces is essential.
Whether you want to make your bathing suit a part of your outfit at the beach, need a couple of cute outfits for sightseeing, or want to simply want to step up your denim-shorts game, find four stylish outfits ahead to wear on vacation this summer, featuring cool-in-the-heat pieces from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's.
I've Been Online Dating For a Decade - Is My Time Up?
In some capacity, I've been online dating for a decade. I've dabbled with Match, OkCupid, Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge, been put on waiting lists for the more exclusive apps like Raya, and watched trendy apps come and go (remember Salad Match, the site for singles based on their salad preferences?). I've given them all a chance to see what sticks, and almost 10 years later, I still have a blank slate. Of all the ways to meet people, online dating has been the least successful route for me.
Yet when I meet couples who've found success with online dating, their outcomes are obviously different, but the timelines are mostly the same. "I was on the app three days before I met her," one said. "We met within a few weeks of me being on the app," said another. These couples find love in what even Rihanna might deem a hopeless place, fairly fast. This made me ask myself, Am I doing something wrong? Probably not, as online dating is a pretty simple concept. But more interestingly, has my time on dating apps expired?
After one too many conversations with couples who found each other online within months of downloading an app, I decided to create a survey to test a theory: You have a brief window of time to successfully connect with someone on a dating app (meaning long-term relationship, marriage, etc.). I surveyed 100 people (via SurveyMonkey) in relationships that stemmed from online dating (Match, eHarmony, Tinder, Bumble, Grindr, etc.), and the results seemed to confirm this.
- 16 percent met their significant other online within two weeks or less
- 14 percent met their significant other online within a month or less
- 29 percent met their significant other online within six months or less
- 17 percent met their significant other online within a year or less
- 12 percent met their significant other online within two years or less
- 12 percent met their significant other online after more than two years on an app
There's a big spike around the six months or less mark, and then it goes down after that. In fact, nearly 60 percent of those surveyed report having met their significant other online within six months or less, and 76 percent within a year or less.
There could be a few reasons for this. For one thing, there's the mindset. I put more energy into online dating at the beginning. I remember when Tinder first came out and it was fun, fresh, and new. It was exciting to swipe and chat. When you have a more optimistic attitude, you tend to have more positive results.
This leads to the second reason why my time may be up. The longer I've been on an app, the more I've experienced online dating fatigue. In many cases, I swipe through the same people over and over again, no matter what app I'm on, and no one talks to each other. Or you start a conversation with someone and they either block you for no reason or troll you with weirdly unfunny jokes (sample message: "I'm a janitor and my best friend's Ben Affleck" " . . . OK?"). This makes me take an app less seriously than I did when I first started using it.
So is online dating a waste of time for me at this point? Undetermined. I'm still on a few apps, still swiping and chatting, but they definitely don't have the same hopeful promise they once had. And that's especially true after reviewing the results of my survey and thinking back on how long I've been doing this. Maybe I'm just waiting for the next new app to strike my fancy and make me excited about online dating again. Or maybe I'm just banking on the dating application that I've had the best results with: the in-real-life one.
You Can Win a Sleepover at the Freakin' Louvre Museum, and I'm Wholeheartedly Shook
If you grew up obsessed with the Night at the Museum movie series, you're going to flip out over the latest news from Airbnb. The company just launched a contest that allows two lucky people to stay overnight in the Louvre Museum to see if the sculptures really do come to life once the sun goes down. Yes, the Louvre, as in that superfamous monument in Paris that houses some of the world's most renowned works of art, including the "Mona Lisa." This may sound too good to possibly be true, but it's very real and most definitely a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity if I've ever seen one.
Airbnb's Night@ franchise is hosting the contest in honor of the Louvre Pyramid's 30th anniversary, granting one winner and their guest up-close-and-personal access to the Paris museum's masterpieces - without all the usual selfie-stick-toting tourists around. On April 30, the two art-lovers will first be greeted by an art historian who will guide them on a personal tour of the grounds (which is something that only the likes of Barack Obama, Beyoncé, and JAY-Z have done, BTW). Following the tour, the pair will then enjoy a drink while sitting in front of Leonardo da Vinci's one and only "Mona Lisa" painting (cheers, Mona!), and chow down on dinner in the presence of the "Venus de Milo" statue. To cap the night off, the contest winners will lounge and sleep under the museum's Instagram-famous glass pyramid in a mini lookalike version.
I'm sure at this point your eyes are wide in disbelief and you're wondering, "OK, how the heck do I enter this contest?!" All you have to do is visit airbnb.com/louvre before April 12 and answer the following question: why would you be the Mona Lisa's perfect guest? Easy enough, right? Before brainstorming your answer, check out a sneak peek of what the experience will look like below, and you'll definitely feel inspired to come up with the most creative answer possible.
Watch This Amazing Game of Thrones Fountain Show to See the Night King Go Up in Flames
Someone call Daenerys, because a familiar blue-fire-breathing dragon has taken over the Bellagio in Las Vegas, and he isn't alone.
As part of the excitement leading up to the season eight premiere of Game of Thrones, HBO and water feature company WET Design have partnered to create a three-and-a-half-minute light and water spectacular. Even more exciting? One of our favorite villains is the star: the Night King!
"The Bellagio fountain is iconic," Game of Thrones composer Ramin Djawadi told the Associated Press. "It's known around the world, and so is Game of Thrones, so I think putting them together and seeing the music choreographed to a fountain like that is quite the spectacle."
The show starts out with tranquil music, scored by Djawadi, and soft blue lights to mimic the blizzards and cold of the long winter. Soon enough, though, the show's custom score transitions into the familiar climactic Game of Thrones theme song and Viserion swoops in to steal the show. "You'll feel and you'll see the shadows of those dragons, and then at the end when the dragon incinerates the ice wall, it catches our lake," Mark Fuller, CEO of WET Design, said in a press release video. "And, if you thought maybe water didn't burn, oh my gosh - you've got to see what this dragon does to the lake of the Bellagio."
As part of HBO's #ForTheThrone initiative, the show is complete with pyrotechnics, colorful lights, and shadow-like projections of both Viserion - Daenerys's dragon-turned-White Walker - and the Night King as he marches forward through the flames of battle (and possibly toward Casterly Rock). The most interesting detail? If the end of the fountain show is anything to go by, it looks like the fight for the throne is going to go down in flames.
The limited-run event will be on display twice nightly at the Bellagio at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. now through April 13. Check out photos and a video of the entire flame-fueled fountain show below.
Calling All Adventurers! These Are the 5 Best Credit Cards For Travel Miles
Every traveler is different. Some like to indulge in great meals and save on hotels, while others would be willing to live on granola bars if it will get them a bed in a five-star hotel. Some would fly across the world in coach, while others would spend every penny they have to experience the Singapore Suites on Singapore Airlines. Credit cards have tons of travel benefits, and no matter your travel style, there's a card that can help you save on your next adventure. Here are this year's five best cards for those who love to travel.
1. Chase Sapphire Reserve
Don't be intimidated by the $450 annual fee on this one, because the Chase Sapphire Reserve practically pays for itself, as long as you take full advantage of its benefits. Besides the $300 annual travel credit (which can be applied towards almost any travel-related expense), you'll also earn three points per dollar on travel and dining. If you've always wanted to travel in style, this card gives you Priority Pass Select lounge access (which includes over 1,200 airport lounges worldwide), as well as a credit for the Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee.
Other benefits include no foreign transaction fees, trip cancellation coverage, baggage delay insurance, lost luggage reimbursement, primary car rental insurance, and the ability to redeem points directly through the Ultimate Rewards travel portal at a rate of 1.5 cents apiece. The best part: if you spend at least $4,000 within the first three months of signing up, you'll receive 50,000 Ultimate Rewards points.
2. American Express Gold
Though the American Express Gold is the best card for dining (as it earns four points per dollar at grocery stores and restaurants, as well as $10 in monthly credit when you use the Gold card at dining partners), it also has plenty of travel benefits to offer. As well as a $100 annual airline fee credit, you'll earn three points per dollar on flights booked directly with airline or Amex Travel. Though this one also has an expensive annual fee at $250, it's worth your investment if you spend $2,000 in the first three months, which earns you 35,000 Membership Rewards points.
3. The Platinum Card from American Express
Coming in third is The Platinum Card from American Express, which is the best card on the market for purchasing airfare. At $550, the annual fee is steep, but if you take advantage of everything the card has to offer, it's absolutely worth the price. With this card, you'll earn five points per dollar on airfare booked directly with the airline or Amex Travel (as well as prepaid hotels purchased through Amex Travel), and you can transfer your Membership Rewards points earned with this card to Amex's 20 airline and hotel partners. Travel will also be made way easier (and much more luxurious) with its rebate for the Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee, and in addition to Priority Pass Select lounge access, this card will get you Centurion Lounge access and Delta Sky Club access when you're flying Delta.
Other benefits include a $200 annual airline rebate for incidental fees, up to $200 in annual Uber credits, a newly added $100 credit at Saks Fifth Avenue, and complimentary Hilton Honors Gold and SPG Gold status. Spend $5,000 in the first three months and you'll also get 60,000 Membership Rewards points (and earn an extra 25,000 points after you spend an additional $10,000 in the first three months).
4. Citi Prestige
Even if you don't travel frequently, the Citi Prestige more than pays for itself in its first year, despite its $450 annual fee. With this card, you'll earn five points per dollar on all air travel and restaurant spending, and three points per dollar on hotel and cruise-line bookings. Citi will reimburse you $250 annually for travel-related purchases, and you'll also get Priority Pass Select lounge access and a credit for the Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee. Citi understands that travel doesn't always go according to plan, so they give you up to $500 for expenses for flights delayed over six hours, as well as the same credit for baggage delayed over six hours.
The most valuable perk of the Citi Prestige, however, is the fourth-night-free benefit: Citi will pay for the fourth night of your stay at virtually any hotel when booking through ThankYou.com or the Citi Prestige Concierge. When you sign up and spend $4,000 in the first three months, you'll receive 50,000 ThankYou Rewards points, and those points can be transferred to 15 airline partners or redeemed for airfare and hotels through Citi's travel portal.
5. Chase Sapphire Preferred
If you're skeptical of an expensive annual fee, this card may be the one for you. At only $95 a year (which will be waived your first year!), the Chase Sapphire Preferred will get you two points per dollar on travel and dining, as well as the ability to transfer points to 13 different travel partners. You'll also receive primary auto rental insurance, trip cancellation coverage, and no foreign transaction fees, which will definitely come in handy during international travel. This card allows you to redeem points directly through the Ultimate Rewards travel portal at a rate of 1.25 cents apiece, and - best of all - if you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months, you'll get 50,000 Ultimate Rewards points, which is the same bonus as the Chase Sapphire Reserve.
I'm in an Amazing Relationship, and I Don't Feel Bad For Flaunting It
I used to be the girl who hated love. The sight of any couple engaging in public displays of affection made me instantly uncomfortable. Scrolling through Instagram to find a shameless selfie of two people making out had me rolling my eyes. And hearing about all the amazing qualities of someone else's partner sent me into an internal pout fest.
It was all just a constant reminder of the countless poor love-related decisions I've ever made. The truth was, I never really had a healthy relationship. I was either treated poorly, got cheated on, had my trust broken, or was told I wasn't good enough. It felt like I had dated the same terrible guy over and over again, and the pattern was a vicious one I never thought I'd break.
All those people who once made me cringe with their mushy appreciation posts on social media and their PDA moments weren't wrong at all. They were just happy.
But when I got the news that I was unexpectedly pregnant with my daughter, everything shifted. My view of the world - and men - changed completely. I refused to let her see me being treated poorly, and I would never allow her to grow up in an environment in which that kind of behavior was normal. I wanted the best life for us, and a big part of that included a healthy, happy, functional relationship - the opposite of what I had with my ex-boyfriend at the time.
I made the responsible decision to start treating myself with respect. The more I respected myself and the more I loved myself, the better I felt. Then, my confidence skyrocketed. I was attracting better people into my life - people who lifted me up, inspired me, and made me significantly happier in a positive way. Just as my daughter turned 2 years old, I felt like I could finally open myself up to love. It was this new mindset and lifestyle that led me to try online dating for the very first time.
That's when I met him. One dating profile and a nervous first date later, I somehow met the man of my freakin' dreams. And then I finally got it. All those people who once made me cringe with their mushy appreciation posts on social media and their PDA moments weren't wrong at all. They were just happy. Being in love with someone is amazing and it's really hard to find, so when you do, why not share it however much (or little) you want to?
I was a single mom with everything to lose, but he has not once let me or my daughter down. That first date was over a year ago now, and things just continue to get stronger. For the first time, I'm in a loving relationship and building a solid foundation with someone. Are we prefect? Of course not! No couple is. But I've found my best friend, and I feel incredibly lucky.
And while it almost seems "cool" to sometimes complain about a significant other and how much you "hate" them, I feel totally OK about showing my relationship to the world. Being in love with someone good has had so many positive effects on my life, and I know that everyone I care about supports me and supports us as a couple. So as long as you're happy and want to share things, don't let anyone ever make you feel bad for it. It's your life and if shouting something from the rooftops is what you want to do, go for it. The world needs a little more happiness, as far as I'm concerned.
Whenever I see a stranger rolling their eyes or hear a comment about how my boyfriend and I shouldn't be kissing in the elevator at the mall, I don't care. I actually feel sorry for them that they're annoyed by how much we love each other. Being in love is one of life's biggest blessings, and spreading that love for others to see shouldn't be a bad thing. I finally get that now.
5 Crucial Things You Should Know About Your Partner Before Getting Married
Maybe you're months into a new relationship or have been together for years. Whatever the case, and wherever you are in your journey, there are some important questions to ask yourself and your partner if you see yourselves being together long-term. Are you planning to get married? If so, what are your reasons for getting married? What are your partner's reasons? Are you ready for a life of unwavering commitment? And do you have the skills and desire to push through the inevitably tough moments alongside all the joyous ones?
To answer those questions, you really need to know yourself and your partner inside and out. POPSUGAR spoke with several relationship experts - including matchmaker Patti Stanger, clinical psychologist Dr. Dara Bushman, and psychotherapist Jason Eric Ross - and put together a list of crucial things to know about your partner before getting engaged and married. It isn't an exhaustive list, but consider it a guidebook as you enter a new chapter in your lives (or at least think about entering it in the future).
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Itching to Move? These Are the 20 Happiest Cities in America
Despite the many things currently going on the world - in particular the US - there are still many towns where its residents (for the most part) feel content, happy, and heard. WalletHub just released their Happiest Cities in America list for 2019, and we have a feeling that some of these spots may surprise you. Whether you live in one of these cities or want to plan a visit (who wouldn't want to go to a happy town?!), they've all excelled in a few big categories for happiness, including emotional and physical well-being, income and employment, and community and environment. From sunny California towns to Arizona's desert, keep reading to see all 20 of the country's happiest cities.
Why I'm So Glad I Got My Heart Broken
I'd gotten my heart broken many times before, but this time, it felt different. There was an amazing sense of clarity that came along with knowing this time - no really - this time was it. This was the last time I'd let the same guy break my heart, like he had been doing over and over again for the past seven years.
As I laid on the floor of my apartment and replayed my final words on the phone to him, I knew I'd truly meant it when I asked him to never, ever call me again. "If you care about me at all, let me move on," I said. And then I hung up on him, something I'd been doing for nearly a decade. It would be the last time, though, after years of being lied to, cheated on, and emotionally manipulated. Somehow it finally clicked in my brain: this is not the guy for you - even though I'd sworn he was the one. But "the one" wouldn't make me feel this bad. He wouldn't treat me like I barely mattered, and at last, I got it. That's why I'm so beyond thankful this guy broke my heart - although maybe not repeatedly - because after a very long time spent going back to him again and again, I knew what I needed in a relationship.
"Had I not fallen in love with someone totally wrong for me, I may not have known what a healthy relationship wasn't. It's not when someone cheats, lies, and makes you feel unimportant."
I was 19 and he was 20, and it was love at first sight for me. I felt like the luckiest girl in the world when he showed an interest in me, too. Of course, he showed an interest in a lot of girls, so I guess that should have been a red flag. But I was young, in love, and didn't have any way of knowing that his wandering eye and fear of commitment would torment me well into my 20s.
Back in college, we got serious quickly, or at least, that was my understanding of the relationship, mainly because we spent every waking hour together. During that time he told me he loved me more than anything in the world, but I guess not more than being with other women. After about a year together, I found out he cheated while on vacation, and I broke it off. That would be the first time he shattered my heart into pieces.
Right around the time I'd patched those pieces back together is when he'd call and swear he loved me, missed me, and would change. I wanted so badly to believe him. So I did. When he went off to graduate school, I wanted to make it work. I was still madly in love with him, so I "understood" when it took him a long time to return my calls and when he couldn't visit on a given weekend. Yeah, you guessed it. He was cheating again.
We broke up, and I began dating someone else. It would be years before we reconnected. I'd moved to New York City and he lived in Los Angeles. He got in touch and wanted to see me while he was on my coast. Why I agreed to a meeting, I'll never know. Probably because I was curious. Did I still have feelings for him? Of course I did.
Our weekend together left my heart yearning for another visit. So I traveled to the other side of the country, hoping for more. We enjoyed our time together and talked about a potential future, but he had his own life in California, and for now, it didn't include me. I left brokenhearted - again. Years of trying to get him out of my mind and my life for good proved unsuccessful. He'd always call or email and tell me he was thinking about me. And, like a fool, I'd go to LA to see him.
I got sucked into the mind games the last time when I was 26. Maybe I'd matured, or maybe I'd just reached my quota for bullsh*t. Either way, I'd just returned from a trip to see him and asked if he could come out to New York to accompany me to a friend's wedding. As per usual, he gave me a million excuses why it wasn't a good time. His friend was having a party. He was broke. Blah, blah, blah.
That was the day I finally had had enough. That day, I told myself I wouldn't date anyone who wouldn't put me first. I just wanted to meet a guy who was nice to me. Was that so much to ask? Turns out, it wasn't. A few weeks later, I met the man who would become my husband. He was the complete opposite of the jerk I'd dated for most of my adult life. He always called when he said he would. He listened to me. He was nice to me. He made it clear I was his priority in life. I never looked back.
OK . . . I did for a minute. But only because one day, years after I'd gotten married, the ex reached out over Facebook to see how I was doing. I didn't respond, but what I found out later from a mutual friend is that he'd sent me that message on his wedding day! I couldn't believe it. I learned he got divorced soon after. All I could think was that I dodged a bullet, and that I am so grateful he broke my heart.
Had I not fallen in love with someone totally wrong for me, I may not have known what a healthy relationship wasn't. It's not when someone cheats, lies, and makes you feel unimportant. It's hard to believe I put up with being treated like that for so long. In a way, it was worth it, though. Had I not been overlooked and underappreciated, I may not have learned to value the little ways my now-husband has always made me feel so special.
Like how, on one of our first dates, he wanted to know all about me; where I'd traveled, what my dog was like, where I saw myself in 10 years. How he never shied away from making real plans for our future. How he did what he said he was going to do, and still does. And most of all, I never have to doubt his love or devotion to me.
Traveling Abroad? Here Are the 9 Mistakes You're Most Likely to Make
Whether you're a traveling novice or a total seasoned pro, we all make mistakes on the road. Chalk them up to learning experiences, yes, but that's not very consoling in the moment, when you're lost in an unfamiliar city without cash or WiFi. And for me, it doesn't matter how many trips I take, I learn something new every single time. So to save you a potential headache on your next great adventure, I'm sharing a list of all the times I screamed "Rookie mistake!" while traveling abroad.
Skin Care Is Reaching New Heights With This Sunday Riley x United Airlines Collection
Whether you're jet-setting across the globe or just a few hours away, airplane cabins have an impact on your skin - flights zap the moisture straight from our faces, leaving us with duller complexions, tightness, and even irritation, dermatologist Kavita Mariwalla, MD told POPSUGAR. However, if your next trip was booked through United, you'll be equipped with the tools to combat flying's moisture-zapping effects, as the airline has teamed up with Sunday Riley for a line of in-flight skin care.
You can access the line in multiple ways: If you're flying United Polaris Business Class, expect a dopp kit that includes exclusive-to-United products like a hydrating lip balm, a lightweight and soothing face cream, a moisturizing hand cream, and a toner-drenched facial cleansing cloth. (United Premium Plus and Premium Transcon customers receive a variation of this amenity kit). The Lounges and United Clubs with showers will also be stocked with Sunday Riley products including hand cream, body wash, and even shampoo and conditioner.
"Sunday and her team really took the time to understand how travel and the aircraft environment affects our customers, and formulated an in-flight remedy that complements their journey with United from beginning to end," United's vice president of marketing Mark Krolick said in a press release. "By elevating the skincare products offered on our planes and in our lounges, we can continue to lift the experience customers have when traveling with United."
See the in-flight goodies, ahead.
7 Hacks For Scoring a Luxury Vacation at an Affordable Price
There's no better time than the present to start planning your next getaway. No matter what time of year it is, if you don't have a trip on your calendar to look forward to, you're probably feeling a little gray. And one of the reasons for that may be because of the costs. And going on a vacation you can't afford kind of defeats the purpose. Who can chill out and relax knowing you're going to be eating ramen for the next three months while you pay it off?
Then again, you want - no, deserve - a fine and fancy trip, and there are multiple ways to make it happen. So, we've uncovered some expert hacks to score a luxe, lovely holiday at a price you can actually afford. Don't believe us? Read on and start dusting off that passport!
You Can Win a Sleepover at the Freakin' Louvre Museum, and I'm Wholeheartedly Shook
If you grew up obsessed with the Night at the Museum movie series, you're going to flip out over the latest news from Airbnb. The company just launched a contest that allows two lucky people to stay overnight in the Louvre Museum to see if the sculptures really do come to life once the sun goes down. Yes, the Louvre, as in that superfamous monument in Paris that houses some of the world's most renowned works of art, including the "Mona Lisa." This may sound too good to possibly be true, but it's very real and most definitely a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity if I've ever seen one.
Airbnb's Night@ franchise is hosting the contest in honor of the Louvre Pyramid's 30th anniversary, granting one winner and their guest up-close-and-personal access to the Paris museum's masterpieces - without all the usual selfie-stick-toting tourists around. On April 30, the two art-lovers will first be greeted by an art historian who will guide them on a personal tour of the grounds (which is something that only the likes of Barack Obama, Beyoncé, and JAY-Z have done, BTW). Following the tour, the pair will then enjoy a drink while sitting in front of Leonardo da Vinci's one and only "Mona Lisa" painting (cheers, Mona!), and chow down on dinner in the presence of the "Venus de Milo" statue. To cap the night off, the contest winners will lounge and sleep under the museum's Instagram-famous glass pyramid in a mini lookalike version.
I'm sure at this point your eyes are wide in disbelief and you're wondering, "OK, how the heck do I enter this contest?!" All you have to do is visit airbnb.com/louvre before April 12 and answer the following question: why would you be the Mona Lisa's perfect guest? Easy enough, right? Before brainstorming your answer, check out a sneak peek of what the experience will look like below, and you'll definitely feel inspired to come up with the most creative answer possible.
81 Gadgets on Amazon Customers Will Buy Till They're Out of Stock - We're Predicting It
Each time we think we have found every last cool product on Amazon, the site sucks us in with ever more stuff. The retailer is a treasure trove for unique gadgets that make life easier, but it can be hard to sift through them all. That's why we created an ultimate guide for you to shop through. Check out these mind-boggling inventions and buy one for yourself.
Um, Sorry, but I'd Really Like to Discuss Godiva's New Waffle-Croissant Hybrid
Sushirritos, cronuts, brookies. Over the last few years, we've been pretty blessed to have been introduced to some out-of-this-world food hybrids, and it looks like a new creation from Godiva is about to be the next quirky combination to take over your Instagram feed: the Croiffle. The famed Belgian chocolatier is opening up its first cafe in North America later this month, and with its grand opening it'll introduce the world to its exclusive Croiffle, which is essentially a buttery croissant pressed into the shape of a waffle.
The new hybrid, which is basically 2019's version of a cronut, will be sold with a variety of fillings: Three Cheese (Havarti, Swiss, and Gruyere), Ham and Swiss, Dark Chocolate, Milk Chocolate, and Bacon, Egg, and Gouda, or Sausage, Egg, and Gouda. The prices for each Croiffle will vary based on filling, but they'll all cost less than $6 each. The special pastry will be sold at the Godiva Cafe, which officially opens for business on April 18 in New York City.
Read ahead to see a few more photos of the savory and sweet options.
These 13 Items on Magnolia Table's Menu Are Worth a Trip to Waco
Chip and Joanna Gaines knew what they were doing when they decided to open Magnolia Table. The HGTV superstars and lifestyle gurus created a restaurant that was practically made for foodies (and Instagram). While everything on their menu looks amazing, there are some dishes that have been standout favorites, and it's very easy to see why. From warm, comforting biscuits to sugary treats, the following 13 items from Magnolia Table's menu are ones we just can't get enough of. I wonder if the tater tots and doughnut holes can be shipped directly to me? If not, I'll just have to move to Texas.
This Burrito Blanket Is Perfect For People Who Sleep Wrapped Up Like, Well, You Get It
Imagine coming home to find a package you were not expecting, only to open it and discover a realistic-looking tortilla blanket. That's essentially what happened to one woman whose tweet recently went viral after she shared pictures of her delightfully strange discovery, including a particularly cute one of her cat wrapped up like a burrito.
Though the exact blanket shown in the tweet is currently sold out, there are surprisingly a lot of other options currently available because, well, this is the internet after all. Check them all out ahead and get ready to order for everyone you know. (Oh, and by the way, she later realized the burrito blanket was a gift from a friend.)
12 Famous Movie and TV Houses You Can Actually Visit
Some of the most iconic films and TV shows of all time have one thing in common: they feature a house or apartment building in such a prominent way that they go on to become famous themselves. Because of the magic of Hollywood, many productions involve creating these homes on a studio lot and tearing them down when filming is complete. But some of the most legendary homes from TV and movies actually exist, whether on sleepy suburban roads or on busy city streets. From classic horror films to more recent pop culture phenomenons, read through to find out where you can see some of your favorite onscreen houses - though you may only be able to satisfy your curiosity from the sidewalk.
Calling All Adventurers! These Are the 5 Best Credit Cards For Travel Miles
Every traveler is different. Some like to indulge in great meals and save on hotels, while others would be willing to live on granola bars if it will get them a bed in a five-star hotel. Some would fly across the world in coach, while others would spend every penny they have to experience the Singapore Suites on Singapore Airlines. Credit cards have tons of travel benefits, and no matter your travel style, there's a card that can help you save on your next adventure. Here are this year's five best cards for those who love to travel.
1. Chase Sapphire Reserve
Don't be intimidated by the $450 annual fee on this one, because the Chase Sapphire Reserve practically pays for itself, as long as you take full advantage of its benefits. Besides the $300 annual travel credit (which can be applied towards almost any travel-related expense), you'll also earn three points per dollar on travel and dining. If you've always wanted to travel in style, this card gives you Priority Pass Select lounge access (which includes over 1,200 airport lounges worldwide), as well as a credit for the Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee.
Other benefits include no foreign transaction fees, trip cancellation coverage, baggage delay insurance, lost luggage reimbursement, primary car rental insurance, and the ability to redeem points directly through the Ultimate Rewards travel portal at a rate of 1.5 cents apiece. The best part: if you spend at least $4,000 within the first three months of signing up, you'll receive 50,000 Ultimate Rewards points.
2. American Express Gold
Though the American Express Gold is the best card for dining (as it earns four points per dollar at grocery stores and restaurants, as well as $10 in monthly credit when you use the Gold card at dining partners), it also has plenty of travel benefits to offer. As well as a $100 annual airline fee credit, you'll earn three points per dollar on flights booked directly with airline or Amex Travel. Though this one also has an expensive annual fee at $250, it's worth your investment if you spend $2,000 in the first three months, which earns you 35,000 Membership Rewards points.
3. The Platinum Card from American Express
Coming in third is The Platinum Card from American Express, which is the best card on the market for purchasing airfare. At $550, the annual fee is steep, but if you take advantage of everything the card has to offer, it's absolutely worth the price. With this card, you'll earn five points per dollar on airfare booked directly with the airline or Amex Travel (as well as prepaid hotels purchased through Amex Travel), and you can transfer your Membership Rewards points earned with this card to Amex's 20 airline and hotel partners. Travel will also be made way easier (and much more luxurious) with its rebate for the Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee, and in addition to Priority Pass Select lounge access, this card will get you Centurion Lounge access and Delta Sky Club access when you're flying Delta.
Other benefits include a $200 annual airline rebate for incidental fees, up to $200 in annual Uber credits, a newly added $100 credit at Saks Fifth Avenue, and complimentary Hilton Honors Gold and SPG Gold status. Spend $5,000 in the first three months and you'll also get 60,000 Membership Rewards points (and earn an extra 25,000 points after you spend an additional $10,000 in the first three months).
4. Citi Prestige
Even if you don't travel frequently, the Citi Prestige more than pays for itself in its first year, despite its $450 annual fee. With this card, you'll earn five points per dollar on all air travel and restaurant spending, and three points per dollar on hotel and cruise-line bookings. Citi will reimburse you $250 annually for travel-related purchases, and you'll also get Priority Pass Select lounge access and a credit for the Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee. Citi understands that travel doesn't always go according to plan, so they give you up to $500 for expenses for flights delayed over six hours, as well as the same credit for baggage delayed over six hours.
The most valuable perk of the Citi Prestige, however, is the fourth-night-free benefit: Citi will pay for the fourth night of your stay at virtually any hotel when booking through ThankYou.com or the Citi Prestige Concierge. When you sign up and spend $4,000 in the first three months, you'll receive 50,000 ThankYou Rewards points, and those points can be transferred to 15 airline partners or redeemed for airfare and hotels through Citi's travel portal.
5. Chase Sapphire Preferred
If you're skeptical of an expensive annual fee, this card may be the one for you. At only $95 a year (which will be waived your first year!), the Chase Sapphire Preferred will get you two points per dollar on travel and dining, as well as the ability to transfer points to 13 different travel partners. You'll also receive primary auto rental insurance, trip cancellation coverage, and no foreign transaction fees, which will definitely come in handy during international travel. This card allows you to redeem points directly through the Ultimate Rewards travel portal at a rate of 1.25 cents apiece, and - best of all - if you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months, you'll get 50,000 Ultimate Rewards points, which is the same bonus as the Chase Sapphire Reserve.
This Is Exactly How to Properly Freeze Bananas
Bananas remain popular for their high potassium and fiber content and delicious taste, but they're also arguably the most troublesome fruit to keep fresh between visits to the grocer. The main thing is to avoid purchasing ones that have brown spots or bruises because they may be a sign of overripe fruit that's about to go bad. But if you've purchased too many bananas to consume before they turn, consider freezing them!
Frozen bananas can last up to four months in the feezdr and make an excellent addition to a smoothie or post-workout snack. You can also thaw the frozen fruit to make favorites like banana bread.
You can easily freeze a banana with or without the peel. Freezing the banana in the peel is simply a matter of separating your bunch of bananas, storing them in an airtight plastic bag, and placing them in the freezer. The skin of the unpeeled bananas will turn black when frozen, but the banana inside remains edible. While this seems effortless, be advised that a frozen banana out of the peel tends to last about a month longer than a banana with the skin intact. Moreover, if you choose to freeze your bananas with the skin on, you'll need to cut the frozen banana in half and thaw the pieces at room temperature (or in tepid water) before you can peel off the skin and enjoy the fruit.
We recommend you freeze bananas without the peel. To do so, you'll need a cookie sheet or freezer-safe plate, a knife, wax or parchment paper, and a freezer-safe bag that seals.
- Peel each banana and cut in half along the middle. You'll have two large chunks for each banana.
- Place a large piece of wax paper or parchment paper on a cookie sheet or freezer-safe plate. Arrange the banana pieces on top of the wax paper. This ensures that the fruit will not stick to the sheet or plate. Make sure none of the banana pieces are touching so that they do not stick together as they freeze.
- Store the uncovered bananas in the freezer for 30 to 60 minutes or until they're frozen solid.
- Once the bananas are frozen, remove the fruit from the freezer and place the pieces into a freezer-safe plastic bag. Push as much air out of the bag as you can before sealing.
- Mark the date on the front of your freezer bag. Place the bag in the freezer and position the bananas on the shelf so they're not crowded. This will help maintain separation. The fruit should stay fresh for three to four months. Pull out the frozen banana halves one at a time for smoothies or thaw out several chunks for use in a healthy dessert.
15 Fun and Free Things to Do Alone
We all lead such busy lives that sometimes we find ourselves at a loss about what to do when we have time to ourselves. If you're an introvert, plans getting canceled at the last minute gives you much-loved alone time, and if you're an extrovert, it creates an opportunity for you to go out and meet new people on your own. And many times, you're just treating yourself to some "me" time.
But what can you do? It's important to remember that enjoying your own company isn't sad, lonely, or boring (it's actually quite the opposite!), and it definitely doesn't mean you have to spend money in order to keep yourself occupied. From working up a sweat to writing down your thoughts, keep reading for 15 really nice things you can do alone that won't cost you a dime.
Is Ginger Beer Actually Alcoholic? Here's What You Need to Know
If you've enjoyed a moscow mule or a dark and stormy, then chances are that you've heard of ginger beer, the ideal Summer cocktail mixer for lovers of all things fermented and bubbly. But despite its popularity, most people have no idea what the heck ginger beer even is. Unlike its cousin ginger ale (a drink better known for taming upset stomachs than mixing with cocktails, though it can definitely be used for both), ginger beer has much more of a "gingery" flavor because it's naturally fermented rather than simply carbonated. It's also actually made with ginger root.
But the question remains: is ginger beer actually beer? The drink, which originated in the mid-1700s in England, was first known as an alcoholic beverage made from sugar, ginger, water, and a starter culture known as the ginger beer plant. Today, the name ginger beer is bit of a misnomer. Almost all brands (save for a few, such as Crabbie's, a popular UK brand) sell ginger beer as a soft drink, meaning it doesn't contain any alcohol. Ginger beer has never even been made with hops or grains, so alcoholic ginger beer is actually closer to a hard cider or wine because of the fermentation process and sugar levels. But fear not - if you're tired of ordering vodka sodas at the bar, there's plenty of ways to add alcohol to ginger beer and make it your new go-to mixer of choice.
4 Easy Ways to Stop Bananas From Browning
While bananas are an inexpensive fruit and perfect for a healthy, on-the-go snack, they often tend to brown shortly after you buy them. Despite the fact that my family loves them in smoothies, bread, or just by themselves, we've still thrown out far too many bananas over the years that have ripened faster than we could eat them. I cringed at the waste, so after a little research, I now have a few tricks I use to keep bananas around a little longer.
- Mix Up Your Bag. As a preventative measure, make sure to buy a few yellow bananas that are ready to eat as well as a few very green bananas that still need time to ripen.
- Block Out Light. To preserve your bananas that are already ripe, simply place a kitchen towel over the ones that you don't want to ripen anymore. By protecting the bananas from natural sunlight, it ups their shelf life by a few more days.
- Keep Them Separate. Another tip is to be sure that the bananas are separated from other produce. I used to rest my avocados on top of the bananas and found that it only made both the bananas and avocados ripen faster.
- Use Saran Wrap. Finally, placing saran wrap around the stem of the cluster of bananas helps keep them fresher longer. Some stores may already do this, but if not, a quick wrap should do the trick!
Since starting these tricks, my family has thrown away very few bananas. Instead, we get to enjoy them at our leisure instead of stressing over the expiration date!
Itching to Move? These Are the 20 Happiest Cities in America
Despite the many things currently going on the world - in particular the US - there are still many towns where its residents (for the most part) feel content, happy, and heard. WalletHub just released their Happiest Cities in America list for 2019, and we have a feeling that some of these spots may surprise you. Whether you live in one of these cities or want to plan a visit (who wouldn't want to go to a happy town?!), they've all excelled in a few big categories for happiness, including emotional and physical well-being, income and employment, and community and environment. From sunny California towns to Arizona's desert, keep reading to see all 20 of the country's happiest cities.
Missing Something? These 19 Chairs Will Complete Any Room, All Under $250!
If you've ever looked at your room and thought "something's missing," chances are the last puzzle piece is a cool accent chair. Aside from adding more necessary seating to any space, it's an easy way to make a room feel full and more like home. We're all about shopping on a budget, though, so we found some of the prettiest chairs on the Internet, and they're all under $250!
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