Household Rules - Then v. Now

(Image courtesy of David K) We all remember those rules from our childhoods that seemed to always stop us from having the maximum amount of fun - “No jumping on the bed!” “Don’t lay on the couch!” “Inside voices!” among others. Though at the time we may not have understood the reason for such austere behavior (I think we can all admit we broke them from time to time,) now those rules seem to make a little more sense. Writer Dabney Frake from Apartment Therapy takes a moment to break down a few of the more popular rules from our childhoods that we may not have understood at the time - but definitely understand now. Keep...

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Recipe: Sunshine Smoothie with Coconut, Clementine and Turmeric

Leave your blues behind with this tasty smoothie, check out "Recipe: Sunshine Smoothie with Coconut, Clementine and Turmeric" and get a summer vibe going on! Sunshine Smoothie with Coconut, Clementine and Turmeric Serves 1 1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats1 cup chilled unsweetened coconut water2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut milkFresh or frozen segments from 2 clementines (about 1 1/2 cups)1/2-inch fresh turmeric, peeled and roughly chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon ground), more if desired1/2-inch fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar (optional)1 tablespoon maca powder (optional) Place...

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Recipe: Spinach Lasagna Roll-Ups

Look good to you? Grab a baking dish and get ready for some tasty food. Check out "Recipe: Spinach Lasagna Roll-Ups"! Spinach Lasagna Roll Ups Makes 4 2-roll servings 8 lasagna noodles2 cups finely chopped baby spinach, from about 3 ounces1 cup low-fat cottage cheese2/3 cup shredded cheese, such as mozzarella, Romano, or a blend, divided1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 garlic cloves, finely minced1/2 teaspoon saltFreshly ground black pepper1 cup spaghetti sauce Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish. Cook the lasagna noodles in plenty of salted boiling water according to package directions. Remove when they are...

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Put Down the Paintbrush: 10 Ways to Add Color Without Painting

When painting is not an option, there's still ways to add some color to your living space. Check out "Put Down the Paintbrush: 10 Ways to Add Color Without Painting"' 1. Go for big, colorful art. An oversized piece (like the one in the bedroom above, from Okologi, or the living room pictured up top, from Sköna Hem, via Design Milk) instantly brightens a room. 2. Hang a colorful tapestry on the wall. Like this one from Beatrice & Ramsey's Cultured Echo Park Casa. 3. Use colorful pillows and throws. As seen in Christina's Comfortable, Collected Austin Abode. 4. Eschew neutrals...

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