The Most Common Embarrassing Social Blunders and How to Bounce Back

A few years back, a friend of mine experienced a classic foot-in-mouth moment. she said to a coworker, who dryly replied, Im not pregnant. An embarrassment like that makes you want to crawl under a rock and never show your face again. Tempting, but its probably healthier to recover from that moment. Ive had my share of embarrassing moments (I swear, the above example was a friend! ), and Ive been on the flip side of the coin, too....

July 2, 2015 · 4 min · 683 words · Emily Pratt

The Polygonal Desktop

ReaderPushkarsubmitted this good-looking desktop to ourDesktop Showcase, and we love the look of it. Useful as a second screen or when its time to work, heres how he set it up. Pushkars Windows desktop is pretty easy to set up. If you dont, you might omit the Zirim Clock skin to leave the center of the screen open. Let him know we sent you. Do you have a good-looking, functional desktop of your own to show off?...

July 2, 2015 · 1 min · 92 words · Patrick Hunter

Tip Tester: How Other Sriracha Sauces Compare to the Original Rooster

Ask anyone aboutHuy Fong Srirachaand they are likely to have a very strong opinion about the famous Rooster Sauce. (For a taste comparing American and Thai brands,try this piece at Serious Eats.) Here are the findings and ratings, along with their appropriate superlatives. Huy Fong Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce ($3.49 for 17.0 oz. It has a moderate amount of sourness and funk, though those fade after a few tastings. at Trader Joes)...

July 2, 2015 · 1 min · 201 words · Morgan Smith

What the "Likes" In Apple Music Actually Do

Over on The Loop, they take a look at exactly what they do. Apple Musics big sell is the curated radio stations run by people. However, it does alter the For You section. Under that tab, you’ve got the option to actually remove stuff too. Just tap and hold an album, then select I Dont Like This Suggestion. Head over to the Loop for more detailed info. How to properly use Likes in Apple Music| The Loop

July 2, 2015 · 1 min · 77 words · Diane Collins

What's The Best Light Bulb?

Not all light bulbs are alike. Some have smart home features, others are energy sippers. Some can be controlled by Wi-Fi, and others change colors. If you have a favorite, let us know in the discussions below. Maybe its energy efficient, and guaranteed to last. Maybe it has Wi-Fi and can be controlled from your smartphone. What makes it the one youd recommend to others, and why? If youre not sure what we mean, just check out the nominations by our writers below....

July 2, 2015 · 1 min · 95 words · Randy Jensen

Always Be Able to Read Your Kid Bedtime Stories with This DIY Recorder

When youre a kid, theres nothing like a good bedtime story from someone you love. Using a small development board calledFoxonix, Instructables usernewdigitalboybuilt the perfect way to read to kids when youre away. Check out avideo of it in action here, and see the complete instructions at the link below. Make a Personalized Childrens Audio Book| Instructables

July 1, 2015 · 1 min · 57 words · Valerie Austin

Donate Unused School Supplies to Avoid More Clutter and Do Some Good

Half-filled notebooks, pencil stubs, and broken crayonswhen schools over, kids come home with too much stuff. If you cant reuse these school supplies, consider donating them to a good cause. Have your kid help out with donating the supplies, and its also a lesson on giving. What to do with unused school supplies| Unclutterer Photo bystevendepolo.

July 1, 2015 · 1 min · 56 words · April Woodard

Evernote's Web Clipper Now Works Better with Gmail, YouTube, and Amazon

Better still, the Clipper can now grab attachments from Gmail.

July 1, 2015 · 1 min · 10 words · Mrs. Alicia Conner DVM

Get out of the Couch Potato Trap by Not Going Home Right After Work

Having a routine can be comfortable, but it can also get you stuck in a lazy rut. Sometimes the only way to break a routine is to flagrantly disrupt it. Thats why Adrienne Breaux atApartment Therapysuggests you remove your ability to plop on the couch at home altogether. When you get off work, think of one thing to do before youre allowed to go home. Or better yet, start planning daily activities ahead of time....

July 1, 2015 · 1 min · 105 words · Richard Turner

Get the Old Apple Music Interface Back (Sort Of)

Apple Music launched yesterdayand with it came a whole new design in Music app. Head in options > Music and turn off Show Apple Music. you might also get rid of the Connect icon if you want, but its a bit hidden away. Head into options > General > Restrictions, then turn off the Apple Music Connect option. Tip: Want less Apple in your Music?| Six Colors

July 1, 2015 · 1 min · 67 words · Jodi Serrano

How to Build Your Own Bean Bag Toss Boards, Just in Time for 4th of July

These boards can also be transported to the park, beach or your friends backyard. Cut the 2x4s into the following lengths: four 48 pieces, four 21 pieces and four 12 pieces. The Steps 1. Sand the edges of all of your cut plywood and 2x4s. Cut the center hole in the board. Find your center and use a compass to draw your circle. Drill a starting hole for your jigsaw then cut along the circle line....

July 1, 2015 · 1 min · 211 words · Brandi Castro

How to Move a PC Game to Another Hard Drive (Without Re-Downloading It)

Dont uninstall and re-download them! you might actually move your games to a new drive without having to wait hours to reinstall each one. Heres how to each method works. Heres how to use it: DownloadSteam Moverand start it up. Its completely portable, so you dont need to install anythingjust trigger the EXE file. At the top of the window, choose the folder where your game currently resides on the left....

July 1, 2015 · 2 min · 401 words · Andrew Gonzales

How to Save for Retirement While Getting Out of Debt

We all want to reach a point where we dont have to work for a living. Wed like to relax and enjoy life without any financial stress. Of course, that wont happen if you dont save for retirement. But how can you save if youre in debt? There are a few things to consider when youre trying to balance saving for retirement with paying off debt. Weve askedhow you juggle saving and paying off debtbefore....

July 1, 2015 · 4 min · 665 words · Corey Smith