Jennifer Billock

Chicago

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Journalist, author, tyromancer. Find me on Insta @jenniferjoanbillock & @kitchenwitchjb, on Bluesky @jenniferbillock.bsky.social, and on TikTok @kitchenwitchjb.

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Articles

The Real ID Requirement Is Now in Effect—Is It Holding People Up at the Country's Airports?

4 days ago | afar.com | Jennifer Billock

We have officially entered the Real ID era of air travel. The new rule went into effect May 7, requiring fliers to show Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents a Real ID–compliant identification when going through security at the airport. Now everyone is required to have a Real ID, passport, Global Entry card, or other form of federally compliant identification. So, what happens if you show up to the airport without the proper identification?
The Real ID Requirement Is Now in Effect—Is It Holding People Up at the Country's Airports? | Flipboard

4 days ago | flipboard.com | Jennifer Billock

The last flight to Honolulu will run in October. Sitting in the Pacific Ocean at approximately 2,340 miles from the U.S. mainland, Hawaii has for …
"Shosai" Is the Japanese Room Concept I'm Dreaming About for My Next Home

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Jennifer Billock

I consider myself a dedicated extrovert. I love going out with friends, meeting strangers, and hitting up every party and activity I'm invited to. But once I'm worn out, I'm worn out. I get quiet, and my face tends to go blank, which leads to endless pestering from well-meaning loved ones who want to know if I'm OK. So, a few years back, I discovered how to avoid this sudden zapping of my energy - I just need to spend a little time every week by myself, with no distractions.
“Shosai” Is the Japanese Room Concept I’m Dreaming About for My Next Home — Here's Everything I Love About It

1 week ago | apartmenttherapy.com | Jennifer Billock

Real EstateStyles & TrendscommentsWe independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. See More ImagesCredit: Erin DerbyI consider myself a dedicated extrovert. I love going out with friends, meeting strangers, and hitting up every party and activity I’m invited to. But once I’m worn out, I’m worn out.
An Effective Way to Remove Terrible Gasoline Smells from Anywhere

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jennifer Billock

A few years ago, one of my nightmares happened to me. I was at the gas station, put the pump in my car, and notched the handle up so gas would flow while I went into the shop. Sadly for me, the auto-stop wasn't working, and I came back out to gasoline spewing out of my tank and all over the side of my car, the ground, and me when I stopped the pump and pulled the handle out.
An Effective Way to Remove Terrible Gasoline Smells from Anywhere

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jennifer Billock

This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. A few years ago, one of my nightmares happened to me. I was at the gas station, put the pump in my car, and notched the handle up so gas would flow while I went into the shop.
The Most Effective Way to Remove Terrible Gasoline Smells from Anywhere

2 weeks ago | apartmenttherapy.com | Jennifer Billock

CleaningHome CleaningcommentsWe independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. See More ImagesCredit: GKV/Getty ImagesA few years ago, one of my nightmares happened to me. I was at the gas station, put the pump in my car, and notched the handle up so gas would flow while I went into the shop.
When Does Menopause Actually Start?

2 weeks ago | mentalfloss.com | Jennifer Billock

The wide-ranging symptoms and timing of menopause have caused some confusion. Like Mercury retrograde, menopause is blamed for a constellation of unpleasant or inexplicable events. Women in their forties or even younger hold menopause responsible when they experience a wide array of physical symptoms, like irregular periods, aches and pains, mood swings, weight gain, insomnia, fatigue, and bursts of hunger—but they may be misattributing these annoyances.
4 Fixes to Try if Your AC Is Smelling Musty Before Calling in a Pro

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Jennifer Billock

This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. As warmer months approach, you’re probably getting ready to turn that air conditioner back on. It’s been a while, so unless you’ve been keeping up regular maintenance, don’t be surprised if your air conditioner smells musty once you flip the switch. Beware, though — this is not how it should normally smell. Here’s what to do if you catch a whiff.
AC Smelling Musty? Here Are 4 Fixes to Try Before Calling in an HVAC Pro

2 weeks ago | apartmenttherapy.com | Jennifer Billock

CleaningNewscommentsWe independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. See More ImagesCredit: Photo by Alex Tihonov/Getty ImagesAs warmer months approach, you’re probably getting ready to turn that air conditioner back on. It’s been a while, so unless you’ve been keeping up regular maintenance, don’t be surprised if your air conditioner smells musty once you flip the switch.