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One of my favorite things about summer is the opportunity to observe so many different types of bugs and insects. One of our favorites is dragonflies. We have a local pond we often visit in the summer and love walking around it and spotting the shimmery wings of dragonflies as they fly around the pond. Today we are sharing this shimmery dragonfly craft for kids. Using pretty craft jewels and glittery pipe cleaners makes this dragonfly craft absolutely gorgeous....

There have been many weapons throughout history that have given armies an edge on the battlefield. One of the most common has been the sword, which has seen many variations throughout the centuries. While they’re not used in warfare in modern times, they remain popular in movies, video games and other media. Despite this familiarity, it can be surprisingly challenging to learn how to draw a sword! Luckily, this guide will make sure it doesn’t have to be challenging at all!...

The #1 Most Southern Entree At Cracker Barrel Facebook By Chase Shustack/Nov. 5, 2022 6:00 am EST Every restaurant, big or small, has its own unique identity. It’s what sets them apart and gives the customer the luxury of choice. If every fast food restaurant were like McDonald’s and every sit-down restaurant like Olive Garden, after all, eating out wouldn’t exactly be fun. Of course, when a chain like Cracker Barrel has an identity that roots itself in old Southern traditions and turn-of-the-century Americana, it needs to both dress and act the part....

A new generation Corvette Stingray is here, and engineers have finally done what GM has been teasing for more than a decade: shift the engine behind the driver. Why bother? Pushing that weight toward the middle of the car means more-predictable handling, but it also looks revolutionary. Since the Vette’s long hood is gone, designers were free to create something modern, almost Ferrari– or Lamborghini-like. Gear The 7-Seater Slugfest: Lincoln Aviator vs....

Even the most intrepid travelers may scratch their heads when asked about Höga Kusten (the High Coast) in Sweden. Often overshadowed by Lapland, the northern province that conjures up images of ice hotels and dog-sledding, this lesser-known northern region is arguably a diamond in the rough when it comes to adventure bucket list destinations. (The New York Times agrees and listed it as one of 52 places to visit in 2022) In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies...

Spiked seltzers haven’t lost their traction. We love a juicy IPA as much as the next guy, but sometimes you want a lighter alternative. If you’re already experiencing White Claw fatigue, know that there’s a big, beautiful world of spiked seltzers, hard teas, and canned cocktails you’ve likely never tried. 15 of the Best Summer Beers Made for the Beach Read article Summer 2020 is as good a time as any to try some standouts....

On the beach of Manta, Ecuador, photographer Shawn Heinrichs pulled out his camera to shoot the grisly scene on shore. This town used to be a thriving community that made its living off fishing tuna. But the behemoth commercial industry had so overfished these waters in recent years that many of the local fishermen turned to the insidious underground shark-fin trade for income. Now, men pulled piles of dead sharks from boats onto the sand, where men wielding machetes sliced their fins like butter, painting the surf in blood and ominous destruction: every year, an estimated 100 million sharks are killed for their fins, driving them to the brink of extinction and hurling entire ocean ecosystems out of balance....

The Thanksgiving Side That Started As A 20th Century Social Experiment JeniFoto/Shutterstock By Dai Poole/Nov. 14, 2022 12:24 pm EST With Thanksgiving just weeks away, it is estimated that Americans will spend roughly $1.1 billion on turkeys this year (via Finder). This highlights how the festive fowl anchors the big American gathering of friends and families. And while many will eat turkeys galore, many popular side dishes have become associated with the big day as well....

Thank the Lord but we can finally say that the Winter is almost over. But just because Spring is nigh, that doesn’t mean the cold days and nights are over completely. We can still go out and catch a cold breeze at night. This is why we still need something like the Landon Lambskin Leather Bomber Jacket in our lives. While the weather might be done with obnoxious snowstorms, for now, we still need some coverage that is insulated enough to keep us warm but lightweight enough to let us be comfortable in the 40s/50s on the thermometer....

Tom Hanks’ New Coffee Brand Donates All Of Its Profits To Veterans Tinseltown/Shutterstock By Ceara Milligan/Nov. 30, 2022 1:56 pm EST Tom Hanks is a force to be reckoned with. Over the span of his decades-long career, he has portrayed nearly 100 iconic characters, from Forrest Gump to Woody the cowboy to Walt Disney. His resume includes timeless films like “Big,” “A League of Their Own,” “The Green Mile,” “Sleepless in Seattle,” “That Thing You Do!...

The tulip is one of the most beautiful flowers that you can find. These unique flowers are unique not just because of their incredible bright colors, but also because of their interesting structure. They originated in Asia, before becoming popular around the world. They grew especially popular in the Netherlands, so much so that the tulip is an iconic symbol of this country. The bright colors and variations they come in have made them a popular flower not only in gardens and floral displays but also in artworks like paintings and drawings....

With most plants found in nature, you will find that what you see is what you get. Few plants have hidden tricks or features to them, but the venus fly trap is certainly an exception to that! This plant has a rather intimidating appearance, but it is also considered a carnivorous plant that will clamp down on small insects and bugs to digest them. This has made them popular to own, and it also means that it can be really fun to learn how to draw a venus fly trap....

With its forged carbon case and bright colorways, the new Doxa Sub 300 Carbon doesn’t exactly fit the mold of a classic watch, but don’t be fooled—it’s a direct descendant of one of the most important dive watches ever made. Based on the Doxa Sub 300T, first released in 1967, the new Sub 300 Carbon recalls the innovative features that made the sixties original such a groundbreaking timepiece. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies...

Why Reddit Is In Shambles Over Aldi’s Sweet Potatoes sasazawa/Shutterstock By Mikala Lugen/Oct. 27, 2022 7:49 pm EST When it comes to shopping at Aldi, oftentimes you’ll score some really amazing food at a discounted price. In fact, as prices continue to rise across all industries of consumerism due to inflation, Aldi has proved itself as a sure-in solution to saving money on groceries. According to Grocery Dive, Aldi has actually seen an 11% increase in foot traffic due to consumers pinching pennies when it comes to groceries....

While the kiddies are preparing to go back to school, a lot of us are preparing to go back to the office. Whether lockdown precautions are being lifted for your job or you just took a lot of time off this summer, it’s time to get prepared for the commute once again. And what better way to impress at work than dressing up in this gorgeous Slim Fit Commuter Shirt from Rhone....

For those unfamiliar with California’s neighboring archipelagos, there’s a small island 22 miles off the southern coast called Santa Catalina. Legally part of Los Angeles County, yet geographically and societally a world away, Catalina is home to herds of bison, fox, deer, and more. There are two towns on the island—the populous and tourist-friendly Avalon, with palm-lined beaches and rows of seaside shops, and Two Palms, the more remote outpost crawling with backpackers and nomads....

Mattresses, cooling sheets, and fancy bed frames get all the love. Pillows? Not so much. We’re willing to bet you’ve been using your current pillows for much longer than you probably should. Take their sad, sagging shape as a white flag: a sign of surrender. Upgrading your pillows is the easiest way to usher in some of your sweetest dreams yet. Read on for the best pillows to shop right now....

Every year, there are many new toys and other products that come out, each hoping to become the next big thing. It’s quite rare that a new creation will achieve this goal, but every so often a new toy will become a huge sensation. Beyblades are an example of one of these toys. These spinning tops not only look really cool, but they have different attributes that allow them to compete against each other in tense battles....

Ask people what it means to travel sustainably, and you’ll get some vague, tepid answers. To most, sustainable tourism means staying closer to home; avoiding large franchise resorts (we won’t name names, but think the Costco of travel); and assuming a hotel isn’t going to wash your towels every day. Those answers aren’t wrong, per se, but sustainable tourism is far more nuanced. More and more properties are seeking out ways to lessen their burden on the environment and local people....

Bobby Flay Says To ‘Slather’ His Date-Lime Butter On Sweet Potatoes s_bukley/Shutterstock By Alia Hoyt/Nov. 17, 2022 12:11 pm EST Sweet potatoes have a lot going for them. The orange-fleshed spuds are rich in fiber, as well as a whole spate of vitamins and minerals like eye-enriching beta carotene. All this put together makes them nutritional superstars, adept at improving digestion, and limiting inflammation, and they even could have cancer-preventing qualities, says Medical News Today....