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Sweeten Your Valentine’s Day with Love Bug Frosted Sugar Cookies

It’s not too soon to start thinking about Valentine’s Day. And there’s no better treat to make for the holiday than these yummy love bug decorated frosted sugar cookies. These ladybug cookies are actually made with heart shaped cookie cutters which you may already have. Any size will do! I like to make up a …
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Closet Cleanout Inspiration: How to Spot Trends That are Right For You

The start of a new year is the perfect time to create a closet must-have checklist, declutter what no longer serves you, and take stock of what you already own. I like to do a closet cleanout at the beginning of each season, but also do a bit of a touch-up at the beginning of …
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How To Feel Fit and Fab at Fifty and Beyond

It can be intimidating to get back into a fitness routine if you have been on a hiatus. It is also frustrating to tailor a workout plan to your health concerns and goals using endless, even contradictory, fitness advice found online, most of which is marketed to young men. Note: This post was previously published …
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The Best Easy-to-Make Texas-Style Crock-Pot Pulled Pork

What will you serve for game day? What’s better than pulled pork? A pulled pork crock pot recipe, that’s what! As soon as I hear I can dump a bunch of ingredients into my crock-pot, close the lid, set it and come back several hours later to a delicious meal, I’m in. Problem is a …
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A Traveler’s Guide to Tokyo: The Perfect Blend of Chaos and Tradition

Visiting Tokyo is like stepping into a multi-layered series of alternate universes. After all, it’s where ultra-modern high-rises and technology-centric worlds collide with peaceful temples, parks, and more traditional neighborhoods that have kept their unique charm intact. And we haven’t even gotten to the food, art or fashion yet! Travel to Tokyo for the perfect …