More of them, it seems, than “back in our day.” Slate readersin a recent pollwere more on the “shortened leash” side of this issue. How do you feel? (If you don’t have kids, you could just answer your opinion.)

Plungers aren’t just for unclogging the unthinkable and letting cartoon characters walk up walls anymore. Take yourcleanplunger and place the suction side to the drawer and compress. Pull it away and the suction should pull that drawer open. You might have to give it a few good plunges, but eventually it should pop open. How to Open a Stuck Drawer| Apartment Therapy Photo byGary J.

Web: Glassdoor already does a good job of telling yousalaries and work conditions from insidersat a company. The service has now launched Benefits Reviews to find out the perks and benefits packages that firms offer. you might even contribute to Glassdoor by taking theirBenefits Review survey.

There’s a point in everyone’s career where we get a little lax. Here’s how to give career a tune-up and keep your professional life humming along smoothly. A quick career tune-up will save you time and headache in the long run. Power through them together so you don’t lose focus. Let’s get started. Instead, refresh your resume now, and keep it updated regularly over time. Here are some suggestions to help:...

Red lights are one of the worst nuisances on your drive. They slow you down, they reduce fuel efficiency, and they’re generally annoying. While you could’t avoid them entirely, you could reduce the amount of time you spend at traffic lights. The bigger problem is traffic lights. Green Light -While a traffic light is green, traffic can flow freely. Red Light -This is the part of the cycle that hangs most people up....

Smart people sometimes do dumb things. Most of the writing I do is on the long side. The best tool I found to grow an outline into a document so far isScrivener. Many years ago I suffered from burns that covered most of my body. I have triedDragon Dictateand the native OS X dictation, but these don’t work very well for me. When I get an email that I can quickly and efficiently answer with voice, I use Vail....

iPhone/Android: Need a quick and dirty floor plan for your house? Free app MagicPlan can put one together using just your smartphone’s camera. A few years ago, I built my own house. Do you know who has the brain space for that? This is where the MagicPlan app comes in. It also allows you to carry a copy of your floor plans in your pocket at all times. you’ve got the option to also download a PDF of your plans....

Kristin Porter of Iowa Girl Eats shows us how to make this feast for many. All you have to do, really, is throw everything in the slow cooker (a.k.a. crock pot) and let it cook. And then wake up to a big breakfast already made. Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole| Iowa Girl Eats viaKitchen Daily

Now we’re back to highlight your favorite. The Hive Five is based on reader nominations. We understand it’s a bit of a popularity contest. Have a suggestion for the Hive Five? Send us an email at[email protected]!

While there are some great deals to be found on Amazon, it’s not always the cheapest option. An online tool called PriceJump tells you what products on Amazon are cheaper elsewhere. We’re big fans of Amazon. But as great as Amazon is, its prices aren’tunbeatable. PriceJump is available as a Chrome extension, or you’re free to use their web site directly. With Chrome, you simply browse a product on Amazon, and pick the extension’s icon....

Glass and photography are some of the oldest of friends . Point a camera at some glass and you’re able to get some stunning imagery. Decorate your desktop with some of these excellent glass wallpapers. Remember, we’re now requesting your participation in the Wallpaper Wednesday series!

Susan Sontagwas a woman of many hats. She was a writer, critic, filmmaker, and a teacher. She got a lot done before she died in 2004. Let’s take a look at how she did it all. Sontag wasno stranger to controversy, particularly about what many called her conceitedness. (Can break this rule once a week.) I will have lunch only with Roger. (‘No, I don’t go out for lunch.’ Can break this rule once every two weeks....

When we need suggestions or advice, we typically lean on those around us for tips. They all talk as if they are personal finance experts, but they are not. Many of them are surviving on credit and will never be rich. Instead, open up a book written by Warren Buffett, Jim Rohn, or Dave Ramsey. These individuals have amassed millions of dollars and have made many friends along the way....