In more ways than one, Maddie Poppe has come full circle. The 26-year-old singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from humble Clarksville, Iowa, might be best known for taking the win on season 16 of ABC’s “American Idol.” But prior to that, she was simply a sweet, small-town girl, singing songs in the company of her...
As the seasons change, so do our homes. But seasonal styling can be simple and doesn’t always mean buying new things. It’s about making thoughtful adjustments that bring the warmth and coziness of fall and winter into your living spaces. Let’s walk through some of the ways we are refreshing this season: Cozy up your...
Add a burst of fresh color to the fall landscape with mums. This traditional fall flower is a favorite of many. These fall beauties come in a wide range of colors and provide weeks of floral beauty. Mums are great in containers, the garden and cut flower bouquets. Fall just wouldn’t be the same without...
Here’s an easy weeknight meal. Just assemble the ingredients and let the oven do the rest. I cut the pork tenderloin into small streaks and placed them on a sheet pan with baby kale and butternut squash. It all bakes for 10 minutes. A big help is that you can buy butternut squash cubes ready...
Some Midwestern falls are better than others. Some are more colorful, crisp and cool, while others are just cold. Then, there are those “second summers” that creep deep into fall, only to be replaced by, well, winter. This year feels like the latter, but even if the frost hasn’t covered the pumpkins yet, I’m going...
Did you ever go on a trip and eat something so amazing that you became obsessed? That’s me with those utterly delicious maple leaf-shaped cookies stuffed with maple cream and sold in Canada. Known for their delicate shape and sweet maple flavor, these whimsical cookies can be found just about everywhere once you cross the...
One of the hardest, most fraught parts of the holidays is that age-old tradition of gift giving. Few things stress in quite the same way as nervously shuffling through a store on Dec. 23 looking for a present that’s not going to look like you bought it nervously on Dec. 23. That’s why Her Hacks...
The holiday season might be warm, merry and bright, but it’s also a time when it’s all too easy to spend more than you plan to and rack up debt you can’t manage. According to Certified Financial Planner professionals, here’s how to celebrate the season in style while positioning yourself for a financially healthy 2025:...
The temperature has dropped. The leaves have fallen. And seasonal depression is creeping in. Holidays can be difficult when you’ve lost people who won’t be walking through the door on Thanksgiving. Holidays are even more difficult to write about when you want to share the good things that bring holiday cheer, but you aren’t feeling...
This time of year can stir up a range of emotions around food, particularly feelings of anxiety. When working with clients during the holiday season, I often notice the stress and planning they feel they need to engage in for get-togethers. My advice? Relax and practice mindfulness. This suggestion can be challenging to accept. No...
The holiday season is a joyous time of year, but it also can throw your wellness routines out of alignment. Doctors advise prioritizing healthy choices during this period, so you can start 2025 on the right foot. “Everyone’s holiday wish is to be happy, health and safe, but the season is often a time for...
A book can inspire joy and stir the imagination, and even better this holiday season is the gift of sharing that book with your child. “Turning the pages of a high-quality, print book filled with colorful pictures and rich, expressive language is best,” said Dipesh Navsaria, a pediatrician. “While touchscreens and other electronic devices may...
