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May 14, 2026 ● Joanna Goddard

10 Things I Never Travel Without

What little things do you always pack when you travel? My long-time personal checklist includes a gripping book and simple alarm clock, and I'd love to hear yours. Here goes...

#4 is very nerdy.

195 COMMENTS

Relationships

May 14, 2026 ● Kelsey Miller

11 Reader Comments on Cousins

Is there anything better than a good cousin hang? Cousins can be like siblings, favorite babysitters, the allies we lock eyes with when the adults are being weird, or the frenemies we fight with every Thanksgiving (almost looking forward to it). So, today, we're sharing 11 great reader comments...

"Our group chat is called 'The Kids' Table.'"

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Motherhood

May 13, 2026 ● Meaghan O'Connell

Adventures in Wigland

My mom shows up at my front door in the middle of the afternoon, unannounced. “I’m ready for a wig,” she declares...

"I'm ready for a wig," my mom declares.

104 COMMENTS

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Strawberry-Lemon Rice Krispies Treats

A childhood classic with a zingy twist.

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A Summer Capsule Wardrobe

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City Guide: Pittsburgh

A friendly bookstore, a magic theater, and the best pierogis in town.

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What Did You Do This Weekend?

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Motherhood

What ‘Childlore’ Do You Still Remember?

The other day, my six-year-old, Margot, turned to me and declared...

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Have a Sweet Weekend.

11 links, including wedding cakes and truly flattering swimsuits.

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Travel

10 Things I Never Travel Without

What little things do you always pack when you travel? My long-time personal checklist includes a gripping book and simple alarm clock, and I'd love to hear yours. Here goes...

#4 is very nerdy.

195 COMMENTS

Relationships

11 Reader Comments on Cousins

80 COMMENTS

Motherhood

Adventures in Wigland

My mom shows up at my front door in the middle of the afternoon, unannounced. “I’m ready for a wig,” she declares...

"I'm ready for a wig," my mom declares.

104 COMMENTS

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What little things do you always pack when you travel? My long-time personal checklist includes a gripping book and simple alarm clock, and I'd love to hear yours. Here goes...

#4 is very nerdy.

My mom shows up at my front door in the middle of the afternoon, unannounced. “I’m ready for a wig,” she declares...

"I'm ready for a wig," my mom declares.