The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Simplemost may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer’s website. Though I’ve never been one to carry pepper spray with me when I go for a run, I understand … Read more
During these dark times, it’s helpful to focus on what’s really important in life. According to “Parks and Recreation”‘s Leslie Knope, played by Amy Poehler, the three most important things are “friends, waffles and work. Or waffles, friends, work. But work has to come third.” Well, soon we’ll be seeing our friends from Pawnee, Indiana’s … Read more
Millions of Americans are choosing to order their essentials online, with the grocery delivery company Instacart reporting that its order volume is currently up more than 400% when compared to April 2019. Of course, there are times when you can’t wait for a delivery order to be fulfilled, and you have to head out to … Read more
For many people, loneliness is the toughest part of self-quarantine. For those living alone, going without company and physical contact for a long period of time can take a serious toll on their mental health. Phone calls and video chats help, of course, but sometimes nothing beats a big hug. But people are coming up … Read more
While the world continues to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, the 50th anniversary of Earth Day looked a bit different this year. Instead of mass gatherings to celebrate the planet, some celebrations were held online. Actor Danny DeVito participated in the stay-at-home Earth Day celebrations with a reading of Dr. Seuss’ “The Lorax,” a 1971 children’s … Read more
What do you do if you’re a professional photographer who is stuck at home because of a worldwide pandemic? Erin Sullivan’s work normally has her traveling all over to capture moods and marvelous scenery. But, that’s can be a little hard to do when you’re confined to your home. But this clever shutterbug decided not … Read more
We’re coming up on a month in quarantine, and I’m ignoring my husband, Dan. He’s ignoring me, too, and staring at his laptop at the dining table. We’re not arguing or angry at each other. We’re having “quiet hours” — something he desperately needs as an introvert. Even before sheltering in place began in San … Read more
The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Simplemost may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer’s website. The coronavirus pandemic is changing the way we eat. Americans used to spend about half of our food budget … Read more
If you’re fantasizing of escaping to your own private island, Lítla Dímun should play a role in your daydreams. It’s the smallest of the Faroe Islands’ 18 main islands — there are 779 in total in the North Atlantic, located 320 kilometers north-northwest of Scotland and about halfway between Norway and Iceland — and it … Read more
Prince Louis is celebrating his second birthday on April 23, and mom Kate Middleton snapped some adorable pictures of the toddler in honor of the milestone. The Duchess of Cambridge has a knack for photography, and she’s responsible for many of the royal photos released by Kensington Palace. Having an adorable subject doesn’t hurt, as … Read more