Who: Stacey & Andre Blake Where: Fayetteville, North Carolina Stacey started her blog, Design Addict Mom, more than 12 years, ago, inviting readers into her family’s joyful abode. She loves, showing her colorful and plant-filled rooms, influenced by the, couple’s Jamaican roots. “Jamaican culture is just colorful,” she says. “[There’s] no distinction from country living to city living. We’re just a vibrant people.” The entry is bright pink with lots of equally bright art....

Luckily, Brussels sprouts are good for you, so the change of heart is totally justified. They’re chock-full of heart-healthy and anti-inflammatory compounds, plus antioxidants to boot. (Apparently, our parents were on to something.) Not convinced? Read on to learn about the most important health benefits of Brussels sprouts, according to research and registered dietitians. The Top Benefits of Eating Brussels Sprouts Brussels sprouts fight oxidative stress. According to registered dietitian nutritionist Annamaria Louloudis, MS, RDN, Brussels sprouts are rich in glucosinolates, which are antioxidant compounds mainly found in cruciferous vegetables....

Whatever your stance on loan forgiveness, the fact that this debt dominates a huge swath of the United States population is indisputable. And those who carry student debt aren’t only 22-year-old college grads; they’re also middle-aged and older adults. According to the report, adults under 30 years old are the largest group of borrowers (17.3 million people, who hold a collective $578 billion in debt), and 30- to 44-year-old Americans hold the largest amount of debt total ($823 billion total)....

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When making the whipped cream for the topping, our Test Kitchen recommends using a chilled bowl for the fluffiest results. After one bite, you’ll be convinced that no party is complete without a batch of chocolate-cherry cupcakes! ⅓ cup butter 4 ¼ cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted 2 tablespoon milk 1 teaspoon vanilla Milk ¾ cup sugar 3 tablespoon cornstarch ⅓ cup water 3 cup fresh or frozen pitted tart red cherries 4 teaspoon Kirsch or cherry brandy...

The cost of an above-ground pool with installation can range from $3,000 to $11,000, according to Home Guide, with the national average being $2,800. The cost largely depends on the size, brand, and any added features. The much lower price point isn’t the only benefit of an above-ground pool—they’re also safer for kids because of the shorter height. They come in different sizes to fit most backyards, and can be more easily moved....

The company surveyed over 5,000 U.S. adults about the importance of certain exterior home features in their home-buying decisions. Beating out always-popular porches and patios, windows snagged the top slots, with just over 19% of respondents naming the size of windows as the most important exterior item. As a close second, about 18% said the number of windows was a crucial factor. The presence of a porch or patio came next at 17%, followed by elements like roof shape and siding style....

Best Containers for Freezing Milk Canning Jars Select canning jars specifically approved for freezing (this is on the jar packaging). These Ball mason jars ($14, Target) are a good option. Use only wide-mouth glass jars as the jars with necks (regular mouths) are more likely to crack when the milk expands. Don’t fill jars to the top; leave about an inch of room for expansion. Ice Cube Trays Fill an ice cube tray with your milk....

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