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Miles to Safety

Miles to Safety

Families to Freedom helps survivors escape abuse one ride at a time By Sonia Duggan Day in, day out for nearly a decade, volunteer drivers with Families to Freedom have shown up at hospitals, police stations and carefully arranged meeting spots to transport people escaping 

Magical Mountain Retreats

Magical Mountain Retreats

By Carrie Dunlea Surrounded by mountain landscapes and natural beauty, mountain retreats in the United States offer an idyllic escape for those who seek solitude and a peaceful getaway. From the rolling hills of the Appalachians to the majestic Rockies, these destinations offer a blend 

Creating the ultimate outdoor TV retreat

Creating the ultimate outdoor TV retreat

By Carrie Dunlea Backyards have evolved far beyond basic patios and grills. Today’s outdoor spaces are increasingly designed as extensions of the home — places where families can stream movies, host game-day gatherings or simply unwind outdoors without sacrificing modern comforts. As homeowners continue investing 

Unlock the Benefits of Better Sleep 

Unlock the Benefits of Better Sleep 

By Carrie Dunlea A good night’s sleep can make all the difference between starting the day energized and focused or dragging through it feeling irritable, distracted and exhausted. Yet for many people, quality sleep has become harder to achieve. Between packed schedules, stress, late-night scrolling 

Southwest in a Snap

Southwest in a Snap

Mexican Smashed Tacos | YIELD: 8 TACOS Smashed tacos broke the internet in 2024, and I just had to hop on this trend—but with an air fryer version. These tacos are everything you love about a regular taco, with all the classic ingredients, but we 

Creed’s Comeback

Creed’s Comeback

At 8 years old, Creed proves age is just a number. This handsome neutered male is as smart as he is lovable, already showing off tricks like sit, shake and down. Toss a tennis ball and Creed is ready for action — he’ll do just 

Memories of Mom

Memories of Mom

By Sonia Duggan As Mother’s Day approaches, we gather to honor the enduring spirit of maternal love and theprofound impact it leaves behind. In this collection of ‘Memories of Mom’ submitted by readers, we pay tribute to the cherished women who have passed on, yet 

Spring Sweet Spots

Spring Sweet Spots

Where to Travel Before Summer Crowds Hit By Carrie Dunlea May sits in a sweet spot on the travel calendar — that fleeting window when spring is still in full bloom, temperatures are comfortable across much of the country and summer crowds haven’t yet arrived 

Make every day Earth Day

Make every day Earth Day

Why small choices — especially about plastic — still matter By Carrie Dunlea Earth Day may have passed by the time this hits your doorstep, but its message shouldn’t be confined to a single date on the calendar. Since its launch in 1970, when millions 

Simply Salad

Simply Salad

Ham, fennel and quinoa salad | 4 servings Salads offer a lot of versatility, and just about any ingredient can be added or even served as the base. This recipe from Lines+Angles features a base of quinoa. When paired with diced ham, the quinoa makes