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Thanksgiving is by far one of the best holidays. Seriously, what’s not to love? You get to surround yourself with loved ones, spend the day cooking and baking delicious food, and then eating and drinking to heart’s content before going to bed at 8 pm without any judgment. But, as we all know, Thanksgiving is a holiday that is also associated with overindulgence—both in food and drink. Here are 8 side dishes you can make for Thanksgiving that are healthy, nutritious, and surprisingly delicious.

Even before the pandemic rocked our world, many people were able to work remotely—and now, even more people have traded the office for their home. Working from home might sound glamorous to some, but if you ask the most seasoned remote workers, they can tell you it can get old real quick. Add in a global health crisis and home can start to bring on intense feelings of cabin fever.

Whether you spread it on toast, make sandwich cookies or bake up some jam tarts, nothing beats a fresh homemade jam. Make the most of the seasonal bounty and whip up a batch of jam using your favorite fruits. It's incredibly easy to do and is a fun cooking project for a free afternoon. The best part? Not only do they last ages, but homemade jams also make wonderful gifts come the holiday season. If you're ready to start your jam making journey, here's what you need to know.

Craving some of that fast-food goodness? Brace yourself—what if we told you you could cook some of your favorite fast-food guilty pleasures at home? You can! And the recipes are easier than you think.

Outdoor play is so important for kids, especially in today’s world where tablets, smartphones, TVs, and video games are tempting them to stay inside and keep their eyes glued to screens. While encouraging outdoor time, make sure you also promote safe eye habits by keeping a pair of kid-friendly sunglasses at the ready. They’ll be much more likely to cooperate if they have a pair of their very own shades in a style they love!

Adding spices and seasonings to your favorite dishes is one of the easiest ways to customize recipes while giving your dishes a healthy boost. Making spice blends at home is not only cheaper than buying premixed versions in the store, but it also means you can tweak blends to suit your palate and have mixes that are free from preservatives, anti-caking agents, and the usual slew of unpronounceable mystery ingredients.

If there was ever a year where we needed a little help with calming anxiety, becoming more mindful, and taking care of our well-being—2020 would be it. Practicing meditation on a regular, if not daily, basis can help reduce stress, promote focus, concentration, and improve sleep. Here are 10 of the best meditation and mindfulness apps to help you cope with stress, anxiety, and just...everyday life.

Drinking and collecting wine can be an expensive hobby, but with a few simple tricks, you can cut down your cost and save money on wine. There are plenty of ways to save money when buying wine online beyond keeping an eye out for the occasional sale. If you're looking to keep your wine supply fresh without maxing out your credit card, here's our round-up of top money-saving tips for buying wine online.

Listen up Knock Fans! If you’re into great tunes with great vibes, then you’ve gotta check out the new single from our friend (and KnockFan) Andrew McMahon! With a name like “Get On My Wave,” it couldn’t work much better with our Southern California roots. Crank those speakers, put this jam on, and let the good vibes roll!