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Group Text Etiquette

The unspoken manners you should follow.

Group texts can be a great way to stay connected, but there’s definitely some unspoken manners you should follow to not annoy everyone. First off, no one loves their phone blowing up—so try to keep messages concise and relevant. Be mindful of the time—nobody wants to hear that notification ding at 2 am! And remember, not everyone in the group…

Does the Order You Eat Your Food in Matter?

Why science backs eating a salad before carbs.

Are you the type of person who orders a fried appetizer before your meal or do you go for a healthy salad? If you’re paying attention to your glucose levels, you might want to start doing the latter. According to research, the order in which you eat your food should be fiber-rich foods like a salad or vegetables first, then…

Dog Training Commands Every Dog Should Know

Master these basics for a stronger bond with your dog.

At some point we’ve all wished for a dog that could grab us a cold drink from the fridge or give us a high five, but in reality, that’s never going to happen for most of us. The good news is, dog trainers say your dog only needs to learn basic commands. Besides the classics like “sit” and “fetch,” dog…

Why Your Homemade Iced Coffee Falls Flat (and How to Fix It)

Baristas share people's biggest mistakes making iced coffee.

Something everyone needs to improve their mood is a good cup of coffee. And while most of us can make hot coffee at home, iced coffee can be a little trickier. Baristas say it’s all in the technique and every step matters. One common mistake people make is using too much water when brewing. Remember, the ice you add later…

How to Group Travel Without Everyone Hating Each Other

Because coordinating large groups isn’t always easy.

Planning a group vacation with friends and family always sounds like a good idea at first, but by the end of the trip, everyone always seems to have it out for each other. Travel experts claim there are ways to prevent this from happening. They say it’s important to communicate with your group clearly before the trip to set expectations…

Is the Key to Parenting Dad Jokes?

72% of parents believe humor can be an effective parenting tool.

Parenting is not easy…. especially in the age of the internet and social media, where there’s a lot of pressure to change your approach. So, this is refreshing: there’s a new study out That’s right…”dad jokes,” being playful and silly, and laughing at crazy, stressful situations. 72% of parents believe humor can be an effective parenting tool and most parents…