| How to Sign a Wedding Card Posted: 12 Jul 2021 01:00 AM PDT It's perfectly normal to draw a blank when you're signing a wedding card. Fortunately, there's a basic structure you can follow if you don't know what to write. Just add a few personal touches so your message is meaningful. The newlyweds are sure to appreciate that you took the time to acknowledge their big day! Read on for great examples to use in your card. [Edit]Use the couple's names for a personal touch. - Address the card with their names so it feels unique to them. If you only use terms like "newlyweds" or "the happy couple," your card might feel a little cold or generic. To make the message seem really personal, address them by name or incorporate their names somewhere in your card. Here are a few places in the card where you could mention them by name:[1]
- Open with their names, like writing, "Chris and Pat," before beginning your message.
- Include a personal note to each of them in your message.
- Close with a mention of their new shared name if one of the newlyweds is taking the other's name. For instance, write, "I am so glad to be able to call you the Andersons now!"
[Edit]Send your best wishes to the newlyweds. - Congratulate the couple and give them best wishes for the future. You can make these as simple or as expressive as you like. For instance, if you don't know the couple well, keep your greeting short and sweet. Even just writing, "Best wishes," is completely fine. If you're close to the newlyweds, you might make choose a heartfelt greeting like:[2]
- I'm so excited about your big day!
- We want to congratulate you on taking this big life step together.
- It's hard for me to express how very happy I am are for the two of you!
- Offering our very best wishes on this joyous day!
- Blessings to you both on your wedding day!
- You two make a winning team!
[Edit]Thank the couple for including you in their big day. - Let the newlyweds know that you appreciate their invitation. There's no need to overthink this part—you can be straightforward and say, "Thanks for inviting me to your wedding!" If you want something a little more personalized, try one of these sentiments:[3]
- I am so happy you included me in your big day! Thanks!
- Thank you for including me in your wedding festivities!
- It meant so much that I was able to witness your vows and celebrate with you.
[Edit]Welcome one of the newlyweds to the family. - Include a special greeting if one newlywed is marrying into your family. If you're going to be related, reach out to the couple to let them know you're happy to have them in your life. This can be as simple as, "Welcome to the family!" or you could make it a touch more personal. For instance, write:[4]
- I am so happy to have a new sister, Anika!
- Elias, welcome to this crazy family!
- Welcoming you to our family with joy and love!
- Today, you have officially become a member of our family, Lin.
[Edit]Write a nice sentiment. - Point out something sweet or special about the happy couple. If you don't know them very well, you could say something like, "You two are so cute together!" or "You make a lovely couple." For something more personal, you could write:[5]
- I knew you were meant for each other from the start.
- Your union is blessed. May your marriage grow stronger with each new day.
- You have journeyed far together and arrived at this special day.
[Edit]Share a special memory about the couple. - Include a thoughtful memory that's heartwarming or touching. If you're close to the couple, feel free to personalize your card's message. You might mention an inside joke, a story from when you met one of them, or something fun from the wedding festivities—anything that brings reminds them of a great memory that you share. Here are a few examples to give you some ideas:[6]
- I remember the first time you two met! We went bowling for our girls' night out, and Tom was in the lane next to ours. He kept cutting in front of his friends to bowl next to Zahra.
- Do you both remember that crazy nightclub we went to when we took our trip to NYC? Watching you two dance together to "YMCA" was the funniest thing ever! I knew right then that you were meant for each other.
- I remember when you two had your first date. It seems like only yesterday!
[Edit]Add a touch of humor if the couple will appreciate that. - Write a funny little note to keep the wedding card light. If you know the newlyweds have a sense of humor, it's totally fine to joke around. You might write, "I see some very cute babies in your future," or "Let the marital bickering commence!"[7]
- You could also say something about how the wedding made you feel, like, "Your wedding successfully made me sob like a baby!" or "I'm so glad I got to break out my dance moves in your honor."
- A quote can perfectly capture what you want to say. It's also a great way to write something when you don't really know what to say. You could find a profound quote about marriage that's inspiring, use song lyrics that move you, list a spiritual text, or include a funny line from a movie. You've got tons of options, but here are a few to give you some ideas:[8]
- "The secret of a happy marriage is finding the right person. You know they're right if you love to be with them all the time." -Julia Child
- "May this marriage be full of laughter, our every day in paradise." –Rumi
- "It's so great to find that one special person you want to annoy the rest of your life." –Rita Rudner
- "A happy marriage is a long conversation which always seems too short." –Andre Maurois
- "One love, one heart, one destiny." -Bob Marley
[Edit]Express your regrets if you can't attend the wedding. - Let the couple know you can't make it so they can make accurate plans. You don't need to apologize for being unable to attend—just send them your best wishes or thank them for including you. Here are a few simple ways to do this:[9]
- Wish we could be there!
- Sending love and warm wishes from afar.
- With you in spirit on your big day!
- Thinking of you both on your big day!
[Edit]Finish with a warm and complimentary close. - Pick a closing sentiment that's based on how well you know the couple. If you're close to the couple, you might write, "Love," or "Love to you both." For a more casual or informal close, stick with, "Best wishes," or "Best of luck!" Here are several more options to give you an idea:[10]
- Warmly,
- Much love to you both,
- Love always,
- All life's best to the two of you,
- In the past, it was considered a faux pas to say "Congratulations," to a new bride because it implied she was lucky to have gotten married at all. Today, that convention is pretty much disregarded, so unless the new couple is super-traditional, sending congratulations is perfectly fine![11]
- Keep your message short and sweet—a few heartfelt lines are all you need. This way, the couple can quickly read through your card.[12]
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| How to Make Healthy Breakfast Meals Posted: 11 Jul 2021 05:00 PM PDT Balancing your nutritional needs in the morning will give you more energy, boost your brainpower, and stop you from getting hungry before lunch. However, a pancake breakfast with bacon or a bowl of sugary cereal isn't always the best way to go. Forget the pastries, fried foods, breakfast sweets, and swap those foods out for healthier alternatives. We've compiled ten science-based ways and quick ideas for making a healthy breakfast, so you can start the day off right. [Edit]Make eggs for a protein-rich option. - Try scrambling eggs, hard boiling them, or making an omelet. By eating protein in the morning, you'll feel full for a long time without adding excessive fat and calories.[1] Choosing eggs means that you'll help your body out with plenty of amino acids, selenium, vitamin D, and other crucial nutrients to support your overall health.[2]
- A serving of protein is 1 egg (or 2 egg whites).[3]
- Scramble your eggs, and keep them soft by continually stirring them. Add veggies like spinach and bell peppers to the mix for additional nutrients and fiber.[4]
- Poach your eggs to get a runny yolk that'll taste great on salads or toast.
- Fry your eggs to make a quick toast topping.
- Bake a frittata with veggies like spinach, onions, and peppers.[5]
[Edit]Scramble tofu for a nutritious vegan option. - Make your own tofu skillet for a filling breakfast choice. Whipping up a batch of tofu will give you a healthy serving of all nine amino acids that your body needs. You'll also get calcium, magnesium, and of course, protein to keep you fueled until lunch. [6] Choose extra firm tofu for your scramble, slice it into cubes, and then scramble it up once it's cooked.[7]
- Season 14-ounces tofu (400g) with ½ teaspoon turmeric (1.5g), ½ teaspoon cumin (1.5g), and 1 tablespoon (16g) soy sauce for extra flavor.[8]
- Add sauteed veggies like spinach, chives, or scallions to the mix if you'd like to boost the flavor.
[Edit]Add lean poultry like chicken, or turkey for a protein boost. - Get your daily iron and magnesium with lean protein. Put your chicken or turkey in a veggie skillet, a breakfast burrito, or a breakfast salad. Eating lean protein sources gives your body nutrients like B vitamins, vitamin E, and zinc, which support your immune and muscle systems.[9] Choose chicken or turkey instead of cured/processed meats like bacon, which cause water retention and can push blood pressure up.[10]
- Add lean ground turkey to your skilled of sauteed veggies or a breakfast burrito.
- Put sliced chicken breast on your breakfast sandwich.
- A serving of cooked lean meat is 3 oz (80g).[11]
[Edit]Make a breakfast burrito to combine multiple filling foods. - Put beans, eggs, and cheese into your burrito. Adding beans will give you fiber and minerals without adding to your saturated fat intake.[12] Meanwhile, eating cheese will add to your protein and calcium consumption. Choose corn or whole-wheat tortillas instead of processed flour tortillas to take advantage of complex carbohydrates' appetite-satisfying power.[13]
- Try any of these toppings for extra flavor: salsa, cilantro, red onion, red bell pepper, and chili flakes.[14]
- A serving of cooked beans is ¼ cup (15g).
[Edit]Fill leafy greens with protein for a paleo-inspired wrap. - Stick to un-processed foods in this low-carb option. Pick collard leaves or lettuce, and fill your greens with lean meat, eggs, and fresh avocado salsa. Add beans on the side or in the wrap, and throw avocado in for extra healthy fat.[15]
- If you're using collard leaves, steam the leaves for 3-4 minutes so that they're tender.
[Edit]Create a breakfast sandwich with veggies and lean protein. - Eat your veggies raw if you don't have time to cook them. Pop a piece of toast (or two, depending on the serving size) in the toaster, and add cucumbers, tomatoes, cheese, and a lean meat protein (like sliced chicken or turkey).[16] Opt for bread that is 100% whole grain instead of enriched-flour products (which are mostly white flour).[17]
- For a vegetarian option, add minced chives and parsley to a skillet of scrambled eggs, and top your sandwich with the eggs.[18]
- For a vegan option, blend tofu with nondairy milk, nutritional yeast, tapioca flour, turmeric, garlic and onion powders, salt, and pepper, and chives before cooking it like an omelet.[19]
[Edit]Mash avocado on wheat toast for a dose of healthy fat. - Pick avocado for a toast-topping option with lower sugar content. Skip the jam, jelly, or butter, which all contain empty calories.[20] Instead, get plenty of Omega-3 fatty acids (crucial for heart health), and reduce your caloric intake with this tasty, natural spread.[21]
- Throw on non-starchy veggies like radish or cucumber slices, arugula, sprouts, and pickled onions.
- Drizzle lemon juice or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Add salt, pepper, and red chili pepper flakes for classic spice.
- Put a fried egg on top for added protein.
[Edit]Spread almond butter on whole wheat toast. - Pick this nut butter for a lower-fat spread. Compared to nut butters like peanut butter, almond butter contains less saturated fat.[22] Top your toast with almond butter and fruit, unsweetened coconut shavings, or chia seeds.[23]
- Avoid "no stir" nut butters which can contain excessive amounts of unhealthy oils.[24]
[Edit]Try hot cereal for a filling, high-fiber option. - Cook an old-school option like oatmeal, farro, buckwheat, or millet. Eat these grains to stay full, since they take longer to break down than simple carbs from foods like white bread. As a bonus, these grains are high in Omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart health.[25]
- Consume oatmeal regularly to lower your cholesterol through oatmeal's supply of beta-glucan, a special type of fiber that prevents cholesterol absorption.[26]
- For the healthiest oat option, choose steel-cut oats (which contain more fiber). However, rolled or instant oats are quicker to cook and still healthy, as long as they're unflavored.
- Add flavor to your hot cereal with healthy toppings like frozen fruit, a handful of nuts, dried fruit (like mulberries, goji berries, or dates), seeds (like pepitas, chia seeds), and toasted coconut.[27]
- Try this option for a bit of sweetness: Top your oatmeal with a pinch of cinnamon and 1 fresh apple. Add milk if you prefer a thinner texture.[28]
[Edit]Pick a cold cereal for a quick and easy breakfast. - Choose an option with low sugar and high fiber. Check the nutrition label values to make sure that the cereal you're buying has at least 3 grams of fiber per serving (and preferably at least 5 grams of fiber per serving). Avoid cereal marketed at children that may be high in added sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, and other sweeteners.[29]
- Verify that you're buying whole grain cereal by looking for the words "100% whole wheat" or "whole grain," and/or the certified Whole Grain Stamp, a yellow logo with a grain image.[30]
- Check the serving size of each cereal to avoid overeating.
- Try these healthy topping ideas: Pour in low-fat milk and choose either a handful of blueberries, a sliced banana, nuts (like sliced almonds), or cinnamon to your taste preferences.[31]
[Edit]Grab a nutritious breakfast bar if you're on the go. - Buy bars with 6-10g of protein, and at least 3g of fiber. While most breakfast bars are full of added sugar, sometimes you just don't have time for a proper meal! Carefully read the ingredient list to make sure they don't contain high fructose corn syrup or sugar alcohols like sorbitol, xylitol, isomalt, and mannitol, which aren't good for you when eaten regularly.[32] Only select bars that contain under 20g of sugar.[33]
- Pick bars with no more than 4g of saturated fat per bar.[34]
- Try this: Make your own breakfast bars so you can control the ingredients that go into your meal.
[Edit]Round out any breakfast with a piece of fruit. - Add this low-calorie food group to boost your vitamin intake. You'll get potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin C, and folate by eating 1.5-2 cups (337-450g) of fruit per day, so jumpstart your day with a 1/2 cup (112g) serving. Add fruit as a side to your meal or put it on top of your oatmeal or cereal.[35]
- Choose grapefruit or berries for a boost of antioxidants.[36]
- Eat a banana for a starchy fruit that'll keep you full for longer.[37]
- Try this: Fill a bowl with frozen fruit (up to 3.5 cups or about 770g), and top it with a handful of nuts/seeds and a dollop of low-fat yogurt.[38]
[Edit]Make a hash out of squash instead of potatoes. - Reduce the calories in a traditional breakfast hash with this option. Bake grated seasonal squash or zucchini in the oven at for about 7 minutes. Then, spread the squash in an oven-safe skillet, crack your desired amount of eggs over it, and put it back in the oven for 10-12 minutes.[39]
- To add flavor, add sauteed parsley, seeded jalapenos, and scallions to the squash before cooking.
[Edit]Sauté vegetables for a vitamin-rich, savory breakfast. - Add vegetables to your omelet or sauté them for a side dish. Eat vegetables to get potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C, and to reduce blood cholesterol levels and lower your risk of heart disease.[40] Create varieties of vegetable omelets with peppers, chopped white/green onions, mushrooms, spinach, kale, and more.[41]
- Try this quick veggie wrap: Heat up a whole-wheat tortilla, and fill it with vegetables and a serving of salsa. Top your creation with a serving of low-fat cheese.
[Edit]Toss together a green salad for a low-carb breakfast. - Stock up on leafy veggies like romaine, spinach, and arugula. Who says salad is only for lunch and dinner? Improve your morning vitamin intake by eating leafy greens, which contain vitamins A, C, E, and K. Choose dark leafy greens like kale or spinach to boost your iron consumption.[42]
- Cut up veggies like carrots and cucumbers to add crunch and texture.[43]
- Slice up a hard-boiled egg for added protein.
- Add fresh fruit like sliced apples and grapes to keep the salad tasting sweet and light.[44]
[Edit]Add low-fat dairy for protein and calcium. - Go for skim or low-fat milk and low-fat, plain yogurt. Reduce your saturated fat intake and cut down on sugar by moderating your intake of full-fat dairy products like whole milk or flavored yogurt. It's okay to occasionally consume full-fat milk products, but try to balance out your consumption.[45]
- For a dairy alternative, pick soy milk or almond milk, which both contain a fine amount of healthy, unsaturated fat. Choose soy milk for higher protein content (7g per ) versus almond milk (1g per ).[46]
- Eat non-fat, plain Greek yogurt for protein, calcium, and probiotics to keep your gut healthy.[47]
- Pick cottage cheese if you're struggling to find a filling breakfast. Cottage cheese contains casein, a protein that'll keep you full for longer than whey protein (found in yogurt).[48]
- Try this: Boost your morning protein intake by adding a handful of nuts to a serving of plain, non-fat Greek yogurt.
[Edit]Drink homemade smoothies instead of processed juice. - Make your own juice at home. Reduce your sugar consumption by blending or juicing fruits instead of drinking store-bought juices with added sweetener. No matter what type of juice you consume, limit your intake, since juice can contain a lot of sugar and less fiber than consuming fruits or veggies whole.[49]
- Try this blueberry cashew smoothie: Blend 2 pitted Medjool dates, coconut water, 1 cup (150g) cashews, 1 cup (190g) fresh or frozen blueberries, ⅓ cup (90g) plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp (15mL) fresh lime juice, and 1 large pinch of kosher salt with ice until you've reached your desired consistency.[50]
- Try this green smoothie: Blend 1 medium banana, 1/3 cup (40g) of mango slices, 1/3 cup (40g) of peach slices, 1/3 cup (40g) of frozen spinach, and of water until smooth.[51]
- Try to reduce the amount of syrup you use. Too much sugar can lead to diabetes, heart disease, and weight gain.[52]
- Eating a sugary breakfast spikes your insulin levels quickly, which leads to a sugar crash later in the day. Keep away from those empty calories by avoiding refined, sugary carbs.[53]
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| How to Get Rid of Lint when Washing Clothes Posted: 11 Jul 2021 09:00 AM PDT So you're all dressed up and ready to head out. Suddenly, you notice something fuzzy on your outfit. It's lint! There's nothing more annoying than finding lint on your freshly washed clothes. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help prevent it from happening while you're actually doing your washing. To help you do it, we've put together a handy list you can use to fight back against lint. [Edit]Wash items with a lot of lint separately. - Separating your clothes can help keep lint from sticking to them. If you're machine-washing your clothes, separate lint-producing items like towels, chenille, sweatshirts, fleece, felt, and sweaters. Wash them separately from items that naturally collect lint more easily such as synthetic fibers, corduroy, and knits.[1]
- If you have brand new clothing items, wash them separately as well because they're more likely to have fibers that can break off and form lint.
[Edit]Flip your clothes inside out when you wash them. - It can protect your clothes from lint and reduce shedding. Take all of your shirts, socks, pants, sweatshirts, and anything else you're washing and flip them inside out. Add them to your washing machine inside-out so they won't lose as many of their fibers, which can form lint, and so any lint that forms in the wash is less likely to stick to them somewhere noticeable.[2]
[Edit]Check your pockets for tissue and paper. - They can shred when you wash them and get everywhere. Reach into the pockets of any pants, shirts, or sweatshirts you're washing. Pull out anything you find, especially stuff that can break down and form lint like napkins, tissues, and paper.[3]
- It's always a good idea to check your pockets before you wash your clothes. You don't want anything damaged or soaked!
[Edit]Use the recommended amount of detergent. - Check the packaging of the laundry detergent you're using. It'll say how much you need to use depending on how full your machine is. It'll also have measurements for how much to use depending on the hardness of your water. Add the recommended amount to properly wash your clothes and help prevent lint.[4]
- If you don't have enough detergent, it can cause lint particles to get deposited on your clothes. If you have too much, it can leave behind a grimy residue.
[Edit]Add of white vinegar to the load. - It can help fight against lint in your washing machine. Use distilled white vinegar so there isn't a super strong odor in your clothes. Add it during the final rinse cycle and it'll help prevent fuzzy lint from getting onto your clothes.[5]
[Edit]Hang your clothes to dry if you can. - Let your clothes dry naturally to help prevent lint. As clothes tumble in a dryer, the fibers can break loose and collect to form lint. One simple way to solve the problem is to hang your clothes up on a clothesline or a drying rack. It may take longer, but it can seriously cut down on lint.[6]
- You can hang your clothes to dry somewhere with good airflow and circulation to help them dry more quickly.
[Edit]Machine-dry your clothes with a fabric softener sheet. - It'll help remove the lint while your clothes dry. Transfer your clothes from your washing machine to your dryer as soon as they're done washing. Toss a fabric softener sheet into the dryer and turn it on. The sheet will help keep your clothes soft, add a nice scent, and help prevent lint from collecting on them.[7]
- You could also use an unscented fabric softener sheet if you don't want an extra scent.
[Edit]Toss a microfiber square in the dryer instead of a dryer sheet. - It'll collect the fuzz and keep it off your clothes. Microfiber squares naturally attract lint. Add one into the dryer along with your clothes and any lint that's in there will stick to the square instead of your clothes.[8]
- You can find microfiber squares at your local department or home goods store. You can also order them online.
[Edit]Clear the lint filter of your dryer after each use. - It'll keep it from building up and getting onto your clothes. Dryers have a filter that is designed to catch any lint in the machine. Slide it out, clean off any lint that's on it, and then slide it back into place and you're good to go![9]
- The lint filter is usually located either in the front or on top of the dryer.
[Edit]Clean your washing machine once every 2 months. - Run an empty cycle with detergent or vinegar to remove buildup. Lint can collect and be deposited on the inside of your washing machine and in the internal filters. Run a normal cycle using detergent with any clothes inside.[10] Another option is to use of distilled white vinegar instead of detergent when you run an empty cycle.[11]
[Edit]Hand-wash your clothes for the best protection. - It'll help prevent fibers from breaking off and forming lint. If you're able to do it, washing your clothes by hand is by far the best way to prevent lint from getting onto your clothes.[12] Fill a small tub or sink with water and add about of detergent. Submerge your clothes in the water and gently swish them through the soapy water. Then, drain the water and fill it with cool, clean water to rinse the clothes.[13]
- You may need to rinse the clothes more than once to fully remove the soap.
- Hand-washing can be much more time-consuming, but it'll help prevent lint!
- Wash brand new clothes separately at least twice so they shed any extra lint and the dyes won't bleed onto your other clothes.[14]
- It can also be helpful to keep a lint roller near your dryer so you can remove lint as soon as you take them out if it's necessary.
[Edit]Warnings - Always double-check the tag of your clothes for specific washing and drying instructions so you don't damage them.
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