Lifestyle & Trends - Family Living

Serve up an ideal space for summer outdoor entertaining

The arrival of milder temperatures means dining al fresco, hosting neighborhood cookouts and enjoying intimate cocktail parties under the stars. When creating a backyard oasis to entertain family and friends this summer, it's important that it be both inviting and able to withstand the wear and tear that goes hand-in-hand with warm weather fun.

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Survey: More parents pursuing college degrees, talking to children about higher education

Enhanced earning potential and more career opportunities are two of the many benefits of earning an advanced degree. Now, many mothers and fathers in America have discovered another benefit of going back to school - it is a great parenting tool. Parents are considering higher education not only to help them get ahead in the workplace, but also as a way to set a positive example for their children.

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Four simple, smart ways to save toward summer travel

Summer vacation is an important American tradition. Traveling together gives families, couples and friends the opportunity to relax, bond and experience new places. Consider these four important points when you're thinking about how you will fund this year's summer vacation.

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What to look for in your next smartphone

Seventy-nine percent of smartphone users have their phones on or near them all but two hours of the day when they're awake, according to a recent IDC Research report. For many, smartphone use is now a way of life, making it even more important to think carefully before you choose your next one.

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Getting organized: Learn your style and find solutions that work for you

Resolving to reduce clutter and get better organized seems to be a lingering item on many people's "to-do" lists, yet for many of us, it can be difficult to get started. While organization is an essential tool for navigating our complex modern lives, many people struggle to find their personal style of organization and a system that works within their busy lives at home, at the office or on-the-go. Just as specific organizational needs vary from person to person, so too do organizational styles.

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