Eco-friendly home decorGoing green certainly isn't a new phrase - by now, especially in the parenting world, we've been beaten down with phrases like sustainable, renewable, carbon footprints … it can be hard to feel like you're making a difference with the overwhelming amount of ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle.

If you're looking to cut out the noise and bring some green karma into your home, check out these 7 great ideas. You'll find fun ways to reuse your old junk in new, fresh ways, along with some new pieces of furniture with an eco-friendly bent.



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1. Transform Old Furniture into a Kid's Kitchen
Cook up a fun play area for kids by reusing old furniture, from a worn-out bookcase to a tired wall-unit - you'll never think of your home décor cast-offs the same way again!
Find out how to transform your old furniture




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2. Buy Sustainable Kids Furniture
If you want good-looking kids furniture but are worried about where it comes from, you can rest easy with NONAH - this French company makes beautiful pieces

Did you know that Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry plays the flute? Or that Patrick Dempsey placed second in a national juggling competition? Some celebrities are even more talented than we thought! Here, we reveal Hollywood royalty's most surprising hidden talents.

Justin Bieber: Rubik's Cube Expert

Justin rocks the Rubik's Cube.

Turns out Justin Bieber has even more tricks up his sleeve! The 17-year-old heartbreaker can solve a Rubik's Cube in less than a minute and a half. In fact, last year on a Spanish TV show, Bieber solved the cube puzzle in just one minute and 23 seconds!

Patrick Dempsey: Competition Juggler
Patrick Dempsey, aka McDreamy, aka the kid from Can't Buy Me Love, is an avid juggler. Seriously! The 45-year-old actor used to be a champion juggler before his acting career took off-tying for second place in a national competition as a teen.

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From eco-tourism on a Mexican beach to Prague's pulsating nightlife and architecture, check out the best places to go-and what to pack and buy there

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1. Cappadocia, Turkey
Straddling the line between East and West, Turkey is an up-and-coming destination for travelers. Istanbul, the lively capital, is full of diverse markets, restaurants, and clubs, but head about 450 miles southeast to the ancient city of Cappadocia and you'll find yourself in an incredible land of rock formations, caves, and wine country. Cappadocia is cold but romantic and beautiful this time of year, and you can find warmth in the Turkish baths and intricate underground cities. These hidden pathways are where Christians first found refuge from the Romans. And it's those Christian roots that allowed for a burgeoning wine industry, a business that wouldn't have taken hold were the original settlers predominantly Muslim.

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One of the busiest days of the year for plumbers isn't Super Bowl Sunday, with its fabled toilet-busting bathroom-break halftime. No, it's actually the day after Turkey Day, with its garbage disposer mishaps, clogged sinks, and dishwasher meltdowns. The good news is, with a little advance planning and our tried-and-true tips, you can avoid most disasters this holiday-and actually enjoy dinner with friends and family. Here are our top 5 tips to hosting a stress-free Thanksgiving.

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1. Make Sure Your Oven is Ready for Prime Time
It may seem counterintuitive, but don't run your oven's self-clean cycle in the days before cooking, because the cycle is so stressful on the appliance, it could cause an older model to break down just when you need it most. Instead, use a damp cloth to wipe around the burner elements and and save the big cleanup until you're lunching on leftovers.

Also make sure your oven's temperature gauge is

If you're looking for a fun, frugal way to enjoy time with your family, look no further than your living room. Movie night is a simple, inexpensive idea for family fun.

The girls love it when we declare a family movie night. The lights are dimmed, the popcorn is popped, and the whole family snuggles on our couch to enjoy the evening.

We included two movie nights in our year of family fun. It's a relaxing change of pace from busy museum visits, park tours, and physical activities - plus, it doesn't cost a thing! Check out these 6 ways to make movie night even more exciting:




1. Bring the Theater Home
Invite your children to a home theater experience with printable movie tickets. Darken the room. Serve popcorn. Target's dollar spot regularly features fun popcorn tubs that my girls just love.

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2. Read the Book First
Everyone knows the book is always better, but it's still fun to see your favorite stories come to life. Even if your

There's no need to spend lavishly to make your loved ones feel appreciated during the holiday season. We've scoured the Web to find the year's best gifts under $25 for everyone on your shopping list!

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By GalTime Nerd Chick Andrea Eldridge

Sharing Holiday Photos and Videos Online The opportunity to capture your adorable kidlet chowing down on their first piece of pumpkin pie or tearing into the wrapping paper on their first Christmas present only comes along once. If you're fast enough to capture that shot on your phone or camera, how do you share that iconic holiday moment with all your friends and family?

Don't worry; you don't have to cart the photo album to Florida for the holidays. In fact, there are so many ways to share that grandma and grandpa need never miss another moment from junior's milestone, regardless of their computer expertise.

Keeping It Simple

The most basic way to share pictures or videos stored on your computer is by emailing them. While social networking sites or photo sharing sites can be an easy way to share with everyone all at once, they can be limited if Auntie May doesn't have a Facebook profile or isn't savvy enough to follow the album links to "Junior's Thanksgiving