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Kids love themed desserts. And popsicles. And lemonade. These blue lemonade popsicles are a combination of all of those things and the perfect way to beat the summer heat. And they won’t take you any time at all to make, especially if you use a Zoku quick pop maker that lets you make popsicles in just minutes rather than waiting for them to freeze for hours! These are also perfect for celebrating Shark Week, an ocean themed birthday party, or for a treat for an ocean themed school week!...

To speed up drying time, you’ll also want to avoid overloading the machine. Leave room for the clothing to move freely so the warm air can circulate.

You’re probably most familiar with chicken wings at your local sports bar or favorite casual restaurant—some restaurants even focus entirely on chicken wings—but like most chicken recipes, chicken wings recipes can be as tasty at home as they are at an eatery. Making chicken wings recipes doesn’t have to be a huge struggle, either: These six options include everything from baked chicken wings to grilled chicken wings to your classic fried chicken wing, so you can master preparing any type of wing at home....

This powder bathroom had strong details from the start: A wide, white vanity had space for four cabinets, and was topped with a marble countertop that would easily lend itself to a variety of styles. Lester aimed to celebrate the home’s Californian charms, but thought that adding more European elements would give that breeziness some much-needed weight. “Overall, I wanted this design to feel personal, curated, and welcoming, rather than just trend-driven,” she says....

I’ve been sleeping with the brand’s Harmony Pillow for two years and am still amazed at how comfortable and supportive it is, so I had very high hopes when the brand offered me a chance to try out Purple’s top-rated line of sheets. And they did not disappoint! From the second I got under the covers, I was hooked. Not only are they the softest sheets I’ve ever slept on, but they also keep me cool throughout the night....

Will this make the most of who I am? “Being in a job that fully utilizes your unique strengths and skills drives meaning and engagement with your work,” says Joseph Liu, a London-based career change consultant and host of the Career Relaunch podcast. “Conversely, doing work that leaves you feeling like you’re not making the most of who you are can be incredibly frustrating.” Consider whether you’ll be well-positioned to offer unique value in this new role, which will help you to feel like a valued employee....

I vividly remember the first time I used roadside assistance for something other than a dead battery. My Ford Escape was stuck in a huge pile of snow. Do you know what that’s like? You park your car between a few piles of snow, thinking it won’t be that hard to get it out—but then the plow truck drives by, piling more snow around your car. Then it happens again and again and again....

As it stood, the guest room was a blank slate—to put it nicely. “There was just the concrete subfloor, and the walls were clad in faux-wood paneling that was so popular in the 1970s and 80s,” Samuel says. “The walls had been painted white, but the irregular texture was still prevalent.” Focus on the Good And yet, in keeping with her personality, Samuel mostly focused on its potential. It had a sliding glass door on one wall and a large window on another, creating ample sunlight that lasted all day....

Whether you’re looking for a handheld vacuum cleaner that effortlessly picks up pet hair and crumbs from small spaces and upholstery, a stick vacuum that quickly cleans your kitchen floor, or a robot vacuum that handles the job for you, there are tons of deals to shop from the shopper-recommended chart. You’ll find huge steals from well-known brands like iRobot Roomba, Shark, Black + Decker, and Hoover, but also under-the-radar manufacturers like Eufy and PrettyCare that reviewers can’t stop raving about....

If you don’t have pie weights, use a pound of dried beans or uncooked rice. Weighing down the dough ensures the crust holds its shape.