To buy: $50 (was $70); amazon.com. “​​I’m so happy I bought this heater! I searched forever online and went with this one, and it doesn’t disappoint,” wrote a five-star reviewer. “The heat output is very good, and the fan is quiet. I have had other models [from] this brand and have liked the build quality of them all,” said another shopper. The ceramic space heater also has plenty of standard and higher-tech features, like a programmable thermostat that allows you to choose your ideal temperature for your room....

To buy: $120 (was $200); amazon.com. For starters, the Shark Navigator achieves a deep clean on carpets, rugs, and hard floors with the assistance of the brand’s anti-allergen complete seal technology and powerful suction capabilities. Over 99.9 percent of dust and allergens are trapped by the airtight HEPA filter, ensuring a superior cleaning experience. While some reviewers found the canister to be on the smaller side, they found it a very minor inconvenience compared to how happy they were with the overall cleaning results they achieved with the Shark vacuum....

The Tozo T10 Bluetooth Wireless Earbuds usually go for $40 but are currently on sale for up to 54 percent off with a coupon. The sleek buds come with a small charging case and have playtime that lasts up to 10 hours. Of course listening to music and audio are the earbuds’ main purpose, and as such they have deep bass, a mellow mid-range, and clear treble. With a built-in microphone, you can take calls on the go....

Joybird, a custom furniture and modern home decor company, recently studied the most popular houseplants in each state based on what residents search for. Americans love making things easy, and this proves to be true with the top five most popular houseplants—they’re all extremely low-maintenance. Check out which indoor plants made the cut. 1. Aloe Plant Unsurprisingly, the aloe plant tops the list of most popular houseplants, almost twice that of number two in popularity....

There’s a plethora of dresses online, so to spare you the exhausting search for the best holiday dress, we found these gems from Macy’s Friends and Family Sale. And even better, these dresses are under $100 when you use code FRIEND at checkout. Be sure to grab these styles before the sale ends on December 7. Macy’s Holiday Party Dresses Under $100 INC International Concepts Sequin Mini Wrap Dress, $70 with code FRIEND (was $100) Kensie Ruffled Faux-Wrap Dress, $90 with code FRIEND (was $128) MSK V-Neck Metallic Midi Fit & Flare Dress, $56 with code FRIEND (was $79) CeCe Crushed Velvet Tiered Dress, $70 with code FRIEND (was $99) Guess Metallic-Striped Faux-Wrap Maxi Dress, $97 with code FRIEND (was $138) Sam Edelman Plisse Sleeveless Midi Dress, $69 with code FRIEND (was $98) Bar III Metallic Eyelash Off-The-Shoulder Dress, $70 with code FRIEND (was $99) Rachel Rachel Roy Halter Sheath Dress, $77 with code FRIEND (was $109) Kensie Velvet Faux-Wrap Long-Sleeve Dress, $90 with code FRIEND (was $128) INC International Concepts Bow-Back Shift Dress, $56 with code FRIEND (was $79) Charter Club Cable Sweater Dress, $47 with code FRIEND (was $90) Sam Edelman High-Neck Sleeveless Chiffon Dress, $76 with code FRIEND (was $108)...

And remember, period symptoms can differ by age, environment, and individual. So use this as a handy jumping-off point, but talk to your doctor or gynecologist if you’re experiencing unusual pain or irregularity—or if you’re just generally curious to know more. Days 1 to 7 What’s Happening to You: You’ve got your period, so both estrogen and progesterone levels are at their lowest point of the month. Your body is busy flushing out blood and tissue from the lining of the uterus, and your bloodstream carries high levels of prostaglandin (a group of lipid compounds that cause inflammation in order to heal damaged tissue and infections)....

Since Victoria ceased publication, she has continued writing for publications in the US and abroad, including Gardens Illustrated in Britain and Korean Airlines’ inflight publication, Morning Calm. For two years, she chronicled the planting and progression of Piet Oudolf’s perennial and bulb combination borders for the New York Botanical Gardens. In her articles, she also shares knowledge gained through fanatical and obsessed gardening endeavors at Furthermore, her 7-acre property in CT....

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Characteristics of Well-Drained Soil The spaces between the solid particles of any soil are filled with oxygen and water, both of which are necessary for healthy plant growth. When it rains or irrigates your garden, these pore spaces fill with water. As the water moves downward through the soil, it’s replaced by air. This movement is referred to as soil drainage, and how fast it happens is what’s important. Determining how well your soil drains is pretty easy....

But have you ever wondered how this food became part of our holiday tradition—and what the heck eggs have to do with a mythical bunny that fills our Easter baskets? We talked to culinary history experts to explain exactly why we celebrate Easter with eggs, when the custom started, and what history can tell us about this holiday tradition. Why Do We Celebrate Easter With Eggs? “Easter, in particular, is a time when families come to the table to mark the advent of spring....

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