If you need some ideas for what your family can do together that don't involve a) takeout and b) Netflix, check out some of the following. They'll show how to turn (usually) typical household objects into things that are useful, educational, decorative, yummy or just great gifts.
Sometimes, you've just got to get away from the oil spill news for a second and read a few blogs that make you feel happier. We count on the ten blogs here to provide a daily dose of cuteness, inspiration, and humor. Are they cheesy? Sometimes, but only in the best possible way.
Pop culture has exploded along with the availability of new outlets online, and these blogs will help you keep track of the thousands of new movies, TV shows, bands and celebrities emerging each month. Perspectives range from respectful treatment of celebs and their work to sheer, unadulterated gossip.
Travel has become increasingly complex as security restrictions, airline names, baggage fees and go/no-go areas change, sometimes on a daily basis. The following blogs will help you find your way through the travel labyrinth and add a dash of inspiration to keep you moving forward.
Apple's ever-increasing success, size and wealth mean that plenty of rumors about its products get mixed into the actual news; read several of the following blogs each day to build your own composite picture of what's really happening in Cupertino. They're also a great place to learn about cool new products like the iPad first.
If you've already got a green thumb, these blogs can make it greener, whether you're in USDA Zone 5b (darn cold) or 10a (balmy). It all you have so far is a desire to make the dirt around your house beautiful, your own personal produce aisle, or both--they can inspire you to actually get out the door and start planting and weeding.
Whether you're just daydreaming or you already have the car gassed up and the maps in the back seat, take a look at these blogs for inspiration and practical advice on getting the most from your time on the road.
Looking for inspiration? Tired of the same-old same-old? These blogs are guaranteed to introduce you to ideas, people and sites that you haven't heard of. And as Bill Cosby liked to say, "If you're not careful, you may learn something."
Home design means a lot more than filling your home with stuff. Consult these blogs for ideas and tips for creating a living space that expresses your (and your family's) personality.
Now that computers and software rarely come with an authoritative owner's manual, it's helpful to know where you can go online to figure out additional features for hardware and software--or why those same items don't work at all. These blogs all provide tutorials for various platforms and programs, and most let you e-mail someone with a reasonable shot at getting a personal response for your problem.
