Day: March 29, 2024

Odd Fellows Home Location: Liberty, Missouri This mansion was built for the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, founded in 1819, as a central hub for the organization in Missouri. The fraternal organization resembled the Masons, with the goals of promoting brotherhood, loyalty and community outreach. The IOOF was also known for “secret rituals,” many of which were performed in the Odd Fellows Home throughout the 19th century. That is, of course, when they weren’t taking care of the at-risk members of their community at their 200-plus-acre complex with a school, nursing home, hospital and orphanage. While the complex fell to disrepair… CONTINUE READING…

Getting enough protein daily is essential for your overall health. Healthy protein sources include eggs, nuts, lean meats, fish, dairy, and certain grains. Proteins are a large category of molecules that support cell structure, immune function, movement, chemical reactions, hormone synthesis, and more. They’re all made up of tiny building blocks called amino acids. Nine of these are essential–meaning your body needs them but can’t make them on its own, so you need to get them in your diet. Not only is protein essential for your health but consuming it can keep you feeling full and satisfied, which supports a… CONTINUE READING…

Consider trying out this Italian love cake! It is a sweet ricotta base, chocolate cake, and then topped with a rich chocolate pudding frosting. A luscious and melt-in-your-mouth cake this love cake will be the talk of the night. The ricotta cheesecake style layer is ultra velvety. Then you have an ultra-rich Devil’s Food cake layer, and then Cool Whip and pudding topping. Do not skip this dessert if you are looking for a game-changer dessert. Perfect for the Holidays or Valentines day for he ones you love! Serve this up for a holiday gathering, take it to a bake… CONTINUE READING…

Press-on nails have had one of the most impressive glow-ups in recent years. We’ve swapped the old unreliable drugstore stick-ons that popped off minutes after application only to leave your nails damaged for Chillhouse. Not only do their modern, artsy designs match my saved nail inspo IG folder, they’re also surprisingly sturdy and come with nontoxic glue that doesn’t ruin nails. If you’re ready to give the editor-approved tips a try, here are some tips and tricks for seamless application and removal, so you don’t make the same mistakes I did. Applying Chillhouse Nails The set comes with 24 nails—to ensure… CONTINUE READING…

Ingredients you will need How to make these jiggly Japanese soufflé pancakes Make the soufflé pancake batter: 1. Separate the egg whites and egg yolks into separate mixing bowl. Make sure to not break the yolk! 2. Into the egg yolks, add the milk and vanilla and whisk briefly until combined. Then, sift in the flour and baking powder. Whisk until no more dry flour is visible and everything is well combined. Set aside until needed. 3. Into the egg whites, add the vinegar or lemon juice. With a hand mixer, beat on medium speed until completely frothy. Then, add… CONTINUE READING…

As you decorate for the holidays and cross off your gift list, the one thing you can’t forget is of course, a festive mani. If you’re looking to add some holiday spirit to your nails without going too literal, look no further. We scoured the internet and found four chic, minimal nail ideas that are as special as they are versatile. Modern candy-cane inspired red It’s no surprise that red is the color of the season. If you’re ready to put a unique spin on the trending shade, try a modern, easy-to-recreate abstract design. Like ornaments for your nails Start with… CONTINUE READING…