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  • 1 week ago | aol.com | Jill Gleeson |Charlyne Mattox

    Whether it’s broiled, grilled, pan-seared, or flame-kissed on a backyard barbecue, beef—especially steak—has long held a prime spot on American dinner plates. Thanks to the popularity of red meat-focused diets like keto and paleo and an interest in high protein diets, steak is enjoying something of a renaissance. But let’s be honest: even before trendy eating plans came along, steak was already a fan favorite.

  • 2 weeks ago | countryliving.com | Jill Gleeson

    Brain teasers are a great way to boost your cognitive abilities. Like the old saying goes, "use it or lose it," and studies show that games that specifically engage your brain can help improve your memory and problem-solving skills, promote creativity, and increase your attention span. But puzzles are more than just a brain game. They're seriously fun—especially when they're super clever or funny, like the ones we've gathered below.

  • 4 weeks ago | aol.com | Jill Gleeson

    "Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."Whether you're hosting a birthday party for a boy or girl, there's a lot to think about, including finding the perfect funny wishes, the best decorations, and, of course, the most delish cake! But even if you've nailed down an absolutely genius theme (Cracker Barrel, anyone?) you can't forget about what may be the most important element: birthday party games for kids.

  • 1 month ago | countryliving.com | Jill Gleeson

    There are a lot of shows out there dedicated to remodeling houses. Options fill networks and streamers, from GOAT HGTV and Chip and Jo's Magnolia, to Netflix and Prime. When you're trying to find new content to watch it can all get a little overwhelming, which is where our handy dandy guide to the best home renovation show based on your zodiac sign comes in.

  • 1 month ago | countryliving.com | Jill Gleeson

    There's a lot to love about Memorial Day, which takes place every year on the last Monday in May. It's the unofficial start of summer and a federal holiday to boot, which means many of us score an extra day off (and a three-day weekend). But the holiday is about more than backyard barbecues and seriously good sales. It's first and foremost a special opportunity to pay tribute to our fallen service members, and as such it's important that we follow Memorial Day flag protocol.