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Whether you know a thing or two about gardening or don't, the Grobo Start Smart indoor garden is a simple way to grow fresh herbs and vegetables inside.

Last November, I had an opportunity to review three different in-ear headphone models from Monster’s iSport line – Strive™, Intensity™, and Victory™. While each had their pros and cons, it was the iSport Victory™ that got my vote for the best of the bunch. In fact, since my review, the Victory™ earbuds have become just as much a staple to my workouts as my overpriced stretchy pants. But to throw a bit of a kink in things, I was just sent the latest in the iSport arsenal – the over-ear, wireless, and Bluetooth-enabled Freedom™ headphones. Would they take the place of my beloved Victory?

Just because you have a spare bedroom and occasionally host overnight guests does not mean you have to provide hotel-like accommodation. That said, there is much more to being a good host than simply offering a bed in a cold, often unused room. Here are five easy style tips that will go a long way towards making your guests feel welcome and comfortable.

Back to school means packed lunches, bake sales and class parties. With a busy fall schedule, baking is a fun way to spend time with your kids. Bond over chocolate and give your kids some added sweetness to their days.

BBQ chicken is one of those dishes that’s perfect for every occasion. From backyard BBQs to company picnics, served hot or cold, BBQ chicken makes a great addition to any menu. It’s also the best main course you can make ahead, because it stores for an entire week of sandwiches, wraps, and salads too.  

If you’ve read any of my recent posts on laundry (see list below), you know that it's a chore I absolutely loathe. I would...

 Summertime always reminds me of all the amazing camping trips I’ve had in the past. Few experiences can compare with chilling out by a campfire under a blanket of stars with some of your best buddies. I’m fortunate in that I’ve had lots of opportunities to go camping over the years, and have amassed quite a bit of gear to help make any camping experience awesome. So, what do you need for a successful camping excursion? Read on for some of my recommendations for what to bring camping with friends.

From LED to mini flashlights, find out how to make your night safer and more enjoyable with a Halloween flashlight.

With a cat who loves to sprint out the door and a dog in the learning phases of obedience training, I was definitely up to the task of testing out the Tractive GPS Pet Tracking Device. It’s a small, plastic tag that hangs on your cat or dogs collar and it lets you track them via the Tractive website or using an app on your smartphone.

If you've been invited to a housewarming, you'll want to choose a housewarming gift that reflects the person and the type of home they've just moved into.