Wendy Rose Gould

3 weeks ago | verywellmind.com | Wendy Rose Gould

As much as we wish it weren't true, there often comes a point in life where celebrating birthdays goes from a joyful milestone to one with an undercurrent of melancholy. It symbolizes getting older and all the things that come with it—graying hair and more pronounced expression lines, a body that’s a bit more tired than it used to be, and worries of turning “invisible” in our society. We measure time differently, not in how far we've come but in how quickly it's passing.

4 weeks ago | realsimple.com | Wendy Rose Gould

Credit: Zoom Travels/Getty Images Key TakeawaysWater zinnias at the base and space them out properly to prevent mildew and other fungal issues. Regularly deadhead and pinch plants to encourage more blooms and fuller growth. Ensure zinnias get full sun daily and consider monthly fertilizing to boost vibrant, season-long flowering. With their vibrant blossoms and layered, intricate petals, zinnias are one of the most cheerful flowers you can sow in your garden.

4 weeks ago | marthastewart.com | Wendy Rose Gould

Credit: blew_i / Getty Images Going to the thrift store feels like you’re on a low-stakes treasure hunt, unsure of what gems you’ll unearth and for how much of a steal. (The better the bargain, the more bragging rights procured.) But as you move through item-filled aisles and shift hangers one by one, there are some unspoken etiquette rules and best shopping practices to adopt.

1 month ago | realsimple.com | Wendy Rose Gould

Credit: Steven Greenfield/Getty Images Key TakeawaysCoral honeysuckle is a top pick for attracting hummingbirds thanks to its vivid red tubular blooms that match their feeding style and offer high nectar rewards. Other great options include cigar plant, trumpet vine, eastern columbine, and lantana. Choosing native, nectar-rich plants with dense foliage can help create a safe, inviting space for hummingbirds to feed, rest, and return often.

1 month ago | realsimple.com | Wendy Rose Gould

Credit: FollowTheFlow/Getty Images People who live in Arizona like to brag—or perhaps whine a bit—about how hot it gets in our desert valley city. Even our nights are warm, with lows often hovering in the 90s, but we do what we can to keep cool. That usually means lots of pool time, cold showers, and getting strategic about things like fans, clothing, and even bedding.