Rose Knows The Poconos
Stringing up garland is a popular decorating technique for fall and winter. Garland brings just a touch of the outdoors in, during seasons when we tend to retreat to the comfort and warmth of our homes.
Fall Foliage Garland
Bring the beauty of fall into your home with this garland.
READ ARTICLECranberry and Pinecone Garland
The scents of the season come alive in this festive garland.
READ ARTICLEHomemade Holiday Garland
Spruce up the house with homemade holiday cheer.
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In this fall-inspired main dish, turkey is brushed and basted with a maple-garlic butter throughout the roasting process, creating both sweet and savory flavors that harmonize into the perfect bite.
Serves 6–8
Ingredients: For the maple-garlic butter
1 cup maple syrup 1 stick butter, softened 8 garlic cloves, peeled and minced ½ cup parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon rosemary, chopped 1 tablespoon sage, chopped ½ tablespoon thyme, chopped 1 tablespoon salt ½ tsp. black pepp...
Keeping your family healthy is a top priority, but with everything we have to juggle in modern-day life, that’s easier said than done. Luckily, there are simple activities your whole family can enjoy that will promote a health-focused lifestyle in adults and children alike.
Visit a U-Pick FarmYoung children will especially enjoy visiting a local farm, but teens and adults alike can enjoy seeing where food is sourced. Visit a U-pick farm and gather some of your favorite fresh fruits and veggies....
Food is a major expense in any household, and for those on a tight budget, a few dollars saved can make a big difference. ChooseMyPlate.gov offers 10 tips based on planning and smart shopping to help you feed your family while keeping more money in your wallet.
1. Plan, plan, plan. Before you head to the grocery store, plan your meals for the week. Include meals like stews, casseroles or stir fries, which “stretch” expensive items into more portions. Check to see what foods you already have, an...
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), this country’s food supply is among the safest in the world. However, certain bacteria and pathogens can contaminate food and cause foodborne illness, commonly known as food poisoning.
Although most healthy people will quickly recover from a foodborne illness, some can develop chronic, severe or even life-threatening health problems. To keep your family safer from food poisoning, the FDA recommends following four simple steps: clean, sep...
You may be meticulous about checking your clothing labels to find out if they’re machine washable, but what about other items around the house in need of a deep clean? Your washing machine can actually be put to work on several surprising items (but do check labels first, just in case!):
Pillows. Pillows should be cleaned every 3 – 6 months to remove bacteria and mold. Whether yours are made from natural material, like down, or synthetics, toss them in the washing machine for a thorough cleaning...
Staging your home for an open house is crucial in adding appeal to buyers. However, many are unaware of the difference between full-on redecorating and simply staging a home to be presentable for showings.
Here is a breakdown of what home staging really means and how you can get your interior ready for the market.
Clean instead of buyThere are many ways to spruce up your interior space without breaking the bank. Make sure to do a thorough cleaning of every surface and room, including baseboard...
