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The new year is beginning and that means it’s time to start strong in the lunch department! Don’t defer to those peanut butter and jelly sandwiches just yet! Especially when we’ve rounded up so many delicious recipes that can be made after dinner with extras prepared for lunches the next day. These finger food lunch ideas will keep warm in a container, or rolled in some aluminum foil. You can even introduce new flavors and hide veggies inside foods that kids normally gravitate towards....

The creative bulletin boards come in all shapes and sizes. If you are looking for a larger display than a typical bulletin board, use a door or large section of a wall. With the variety of themes and creativity, there is bound to be something to fit the personality of your class. Whether you completely make your bulletin board from scratch or use a handy kit, there are ideas for all skill levels....

What Are the Most Popular Cocktails? While we all have our drink of choice when we head to the bar, there are definitely cocktails that are favorites. Here are the top 10: Best Christmas Cocktails We’ve gathered a delicious selection of 35 Christmas cocktail recipes and holiday drink ideas for you to choose from, for your upcoming gatherings. You’ll find spins on mimosas, martinis, punch and so much more. And speaking of gingerbread men, have you ever thought to combine the flavors from gingerbread with a White Russian?...

All of the pioneers should be celebrated and mentioned, so we’re shining a light on 30 Black Americans that have flown under the radar and deserve to be celebrated for their bravery, accomplishments, and contributions to the civil rights movement, the arts, politics, technology, and much more. Heroes like Ella Baker, Claudette Colvin, Gordon Parks, and Bayard Rustin are celebrated in this list as they’ve made way for many of today’s innovators to shine in the present....

From cheap DIY Christmas decorations you can make on a budget to creative spins on traditional Christmas decor, we looked to our favorite Instagrammers and decor enthusiasts for some of the best mantel decorating ideas and inspiration. These 32 best Christmas mantel decorating ideas—from how to decorate a fireplace mantel for the holidays​to easy Christmas decorating DIYs—will help you get your home into the holiday spirit in no time....

I’m the type of tomato fan that can eat them straight from the vine; and when it comes to cherry tomatoes, I will pop those like candy! Those little ruby gems are super sweet, juicy and the perfect little bite. Cherry tomatoes are super versatile, and these cherry tomato recipes will inspire you to make tons of summer meals with them. Sure, they are perfect for snacking and in salads, but there is so much more you can do with cherries....

Believe it or not, there’s a scientific explanation for why this is happening. “The fat in your abdomen builds up around your organs and stomach and creates an inflammatory response in your body that can disrupt your hunger hormones and insulin sensitivity,” says Ashley Larsen, RDN and owner of AshleyLarsen Nutrition. “Belly fat, which is also called visceral fat, is more likely to cause chronic illnesses like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes than the fat that lies underneath your skin....

Many of us will admit that we’ve longed for a little “peace and quiet” in the midst of recent chaos in the various forms of rowdy children at home, nonstop phone calls and email notifications (not to mention Zoom meetings), and/or our own restless thoughts. It’s too easy to fall into the trap of feeling overwhelmed by all the busyness that surrounds us or trying to keep up with our minds that run wild each time our heads hit the pillow, but there is calming relief that comes in the form of scripture....

Make a plan: February is a great time to research your planting zone and map out a planting schedule, Hooper says. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map for suggested dates in your region. Drainage is key: Make sure the container has enough holes at the bottom. Then fill the pot about a fifth of the way with pebbles for a drainage layer, followed by lightly pressed soil, leaving about 2 inches to the rim once the plant is placed....

But while we might love the quick hit of nostalgia we get from an old NickToon or re-run of Sabrina the Teenage Witch, ‘90s TV actually broke massive new ground. Shows like A Different World and Fresh Prince of Bel-Air explored the Black experience through classic sitcom tropes; shows like The Sopranos and My So-Called Life changed the rules about what dramas could look like; and shows like Twin Peaks pushed the limits of what you could even air on TV....

We turned to Kristin McGrath, a shopping trend expert at RetailMeNot for tips, tricks and insights into holiday spending, so you can shop like a pro. What seasonal trends can we expect? Is Black Friday still the best time to find a deal? And what items are at the top of consumers’ lists this holiday season? She answers them below! Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience....

We compiled this Valentine’s gift guide with 50 fabulous Valentine’s gifts for your daughter so you can make her smile no matter what age she is. From beauty products to the hottest and trendiest accessories like this Camera iPhone case and Classic Mini II UGGS, we’ve highlighted the greatest gift ideas for the upcoming 2022 holiday. There’s nothing like spoiling your little girl! Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience....

How to select energy-boosting foods “Food is the best way to provide your body with energy,” says Aimée Plauché, RD, LDN, an advising registered dietician for ICONIC Protein. “It is important to focus on nutrient-dense foods that help to fuel our bodies as well as manage our blood sugar levels, since blood sugar spikes and crashes play a large part in our energy highs and lows.” She adds that eating properly throughout the day may nix the need for that mid-afternoon caffeine jolt you always reach for, something that may only temporarily mask your lethargy....

Since the soon-to-be-30-year-old female you know is gearing up for what the next 10 years will bring, your 30th birthday gift to them should be something special. But if you’re stuck on what to get your friend who’s been around the planet for three decades, this guide to the best 30th birthday gift ideas can help. From fun gifts, like personalized birthday boxes and bath bombs to pampering gifts like handmade CBD pain-relieving salve and cozy lounge sets, we have the very best 30th birthday gift ideas that will make the transition into official adulthood a little bit easier for the birthday gal....

That basic introduction ignited the imagination of millions in 1993, when Michael Crichton’s novel Jurassic Park hit theaters as a Steven Spielberg film. Humans creating a park where dinosaurs once again walk the earth? What could go wrong? The movie, starring Sam Neill, Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum (and Samuel L. Jackson in a small role) showed exactly what could go wrong–and audiences loved it. The attractive scientists, memorable quotes, special effects and life-like dinosaurs made the film a huge success; it’s raked in over one billion dollars to date....

It’s on those nights when you know supper time is going to be hard enough to plan, let alone execute, when your trusty slow cooker will be your BFF in the kitchen. A set it and forget it meal can turn a bad day into a good one. A comfort food supper can make you forget you still have a to-do list a mile long. Plus, if you have house guests coming in November, December or both, Crock Pot meals ease entertaining too....

Once you peruse photos from your childhood, major milestones, and more recent family events, you’ll be ready for the final piece of the IG puzzle: the caption. It can feel challenging to think of exactly the right words to say to do your relationship justice, or how to make this important guy in your life laugh. But whether you’re interested in a funny tongue-in-cheek message to pay homage to the man who, let’s face it, taught you the sarcasm you know and love, are looking for a truly sweet sentiment that helps sum up exactly how much your dad means to you, or anything in between, we’ve got you covered with these 50 Instagram captions for Father’s Day!...

Whether you’re flying solo, playing New Year’s Eve games or just spending time with your midnight kiss, these New Year’s jokes will keep you and your crew giggling into 2023. Because let’s face it, we could all use more laughs! 50 New Year’s Jokes Youth is when you’re allowed to stay up for New Year’s. Middle age is when you’re forced to. What do New Year’s parades have in common with Santa Claus?...

50 Best Valentine’s Day Memes 1. For the couple working at home together. 2. So romantic. 3. Sounds about right. 4. Singles, we see you. 5. Relatable. 6. So much love. 7. The perfect Valentine’s poem. 8. Aw, shucks. 9. Smooth. 10. Guilty as charged. 11. Hey, monogamy isn’t for everyone. 12. I’m waiting. 13. Lookin’ good. 14. I love you more than tots. 15. Treat yourself. 16. Single as a pringle....

What Is Lateral Thinking? Lateral thinking refers to a person’s capacity to problem solve by imagining creative solutions that cannot be figured out by deductive or logical solutions. Basically, it’s thinking outside of the box! Coined by Maltese physician and psychologist, Edward de Bono, lateral thinking is the essence of creativity. This gives you a chance to put on a detective’s hat while solving fun mysteries! How Is Lateral Thinking Different from Vertical Thinking?...