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Why You Should Eat 30 Different Plants a Week (And How to Do It Easily)

September 13, 2025 Kathy MacDonald Food, Health, Health & Wellness

Want a healthier gut, stronger immune system, and better mood? It might be time to eat more plants—but not just[…]

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Reset Your Life This September with Simple Slow Living Habits

September 13, 2025 Retirement Monkeys Lifestyle

September feels like a natural fresh start. The long days of summer wind down, and fall’s gentle rhythm invites us[…]

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How to Grow Sprouts at Home: A Beginner’s Guide

September 13, 2025 Kathy MacDonald Food, Gardening, Health & Wellness

Growing sprouts at home is one of the easiest, most rewarding gardening activities you can try. Whether you’re a seasoned[…]

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Microgreens: A Complete Guide to Fresh Flavor and Nutrition

September 13, 2025 Kathy MacDonald Food, Gardening, Health

Microgreens have quickly become a favorite among home gardeners, chefs, and health enthusiasts—and for good reason. These tiny greens may[…]

Sprouts: A Complete Guide to Fresh Nutrition at Home

September 13, 2025 Kathy MacDonald Food, Gardening, Health & Wellness

Sprouts are one of the easiest and healthiest foods you can grow in your own kitchen. These tiny plants pack[…]

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Unlocking Your Past: 10 Powerful Ways to Jog Your Memory

September 10, 2025 Retirement Monkeys Hobbies, Lifestyle

Ever sat down to write your life story from memory only to discover your mind feels like a locked attic?[…]

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Retire, Declutter, Donate: Great Places to Give Your Stuff a Second Life

September 3, 2025 Retirement Monkeys Lifestyle

After a lifetime of memories, it’s no surprise that our closets, garages, and basements are bursting at the seams. Downsizing[…]

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The Best Cozy Vegan Dinners to Welcome Autumn

September 2, 2025 Kathy MacDonald Food, Lifestyle

When the days grow shorter and the crisp air of autumn sets in, dinner becomes more than just a meal[…]

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Too Many Tomatoes? Creative Ways to Use Them All

August 27, 2025 Retirement Monkeys Food, Gardening, Lifestyle

There is nothing like stepping out into your backyard and finding your tomato plants heavy with ripe, sun-warmed fruit. For[…]

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From Chicago to New York: How Lights Out Programs Save Migrating Birds

August 22, 2025 Retirement Monkeys Hobbies

Slug: lights-out-chicago-how-to-help-migrating-birdsMeta description (≤160): Chicago’s Lights Out program protects migrating birds. See what other cities are doing and get a[…]