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These beach hacks make a day in the sand even better! Have the most epic beach day ever! ☀️ Are you one of 60 million people hitting the beach this summer? Try these clever beach hacks for adults and kids to make your trip a breeze! 1. Waterproof cases are great beach hacks for adults who want to protect their phones from water and sand. [TAG1] JOTO Universal Waterproof Phone Pouch – $6.99 (regularly $19.99)  Put this universal waterproof phone case at the top of your packing list! Whether you’re planning to take amazing underwater pictures while snorkeling or relax...

Signing our permission slips for field trips, cooking dinner after school, lending a helping hand during big moves—Father’s Day isn’t just for biological fathers, but for the brothers, uncles, grandparents, family friends, parents of friends, coaches, neighbors, and all the other father figures who were there for us when we needed them most, and in some cases, still are. Father’s Day is a time for celebrating the love and support of the father figures in your life—for honoring the role they’ve played in your life for saying, “thank you.” What better way to do all of than than with a...

Learn how to make the perfect loaf of Italian bread, just like you'd buy at a bakery or store. This easy recipe makes two large loaves of bread with a soft, airy crumb and a crunchy, chewy crust. There are many types of Italian bread, from a focaccia to a ciabatta to this Tuscan bread, and more. The Italian bread I have for you today is what you'd likely find sold at the supermarket simply as "Italian bread." It's very different from those other breads I mentioned, but it's just as delicious. This is an exquisite bread: with a spongy,...

Flip Flop Fridgie As summer approaches we think in terms of weddings, Father’s Day, family vacations, and graduations.  June is certainly a month for lots of activity and special occasions.   Flip Flop Fridgie But almost everyone looks forward to vacation time.  Whether that means packing the car to go camping in the mountains or packing your suitcase with your favorite bathing suit to head to the beach, it’s all about having fun.  When I think of summer, I think of flip-flops!   Did you know that they used to be called thongs?  With this Friday freebie, you might not be...

This Ricotta Cavatelli with Pea Sprout Hazelnut Pesto offers a flavorful blend of traditional Italian cuisine with a slight twist, marrying the tenderness of cavatelli with a pesto rich in the fresh flavors of spring and summer. Originating from the Basilicata, also known as Lucania, in the southern region of Italy, ricotta cavatelli is a pasta with a deep cultural resonance. Unlike its cousin gnocchi, which is made with potato, cavatelli is traditionally made with ricotta and whole milk. The result is a pasta dumpling that’s as tender and light as a feather, yet firm enough to support an all...