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Are those wedding bells you hear — or just the sounds of alarms, as you realize post-engagement bliss can involve a whole lot of planning? Figuring out how to make a wedding registry  isn't even the half of it, but it can be confusing. The good news is that you're about to create the mother of all birthday and holiday wish lists combined , and your friends and family are actually expecting you to deliver on that.  Many wedding experts agree that sooner is better for creating registries, as over-the-moon friends and family will want to congratulate you right away. Though everything may feel overwhelming now, consider how this lets your friends and family help you and your partner build a home. Here's everything you need to know before creating your wedding registry — regardless of how extensive (or nonexistent) your Pinterest wedding board may be. Before You Register Consider 2 To 4 Places  Nope — this doesn't make you greedy! It actually creates less of a headache ...

I’m coming out as disabled. It’s about time. I’m a 25-year-old with 80-year-old bones. Inside my mother’s womb, I developed mostly normally. But my legs didn’t show much growth in the sonograms; there was a mutation lurking on the long arm of the COL2A1 gene of chromosome 12, involved in making Type II collagen . One letter switched in the gene, an amino acid wrongly substituted , cartilage forming too tender within me. My rare bone disorder , spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia, causes collagen in the joints to form incorrectly, short stature, arthritis, neck instability, scoliosis, joint inflammation, chronic pain, and other issues. It’s actually a form of dwarfism; I just happen to be on the taller end of the spectrum at 4’6”. Facing all of this, knowing at a young age that my bones would deteriorate much quicker than my friends, wasn’t scary. I’d need joint replacements and surgeries. I knew my path. I learned to love my body for what it is and all I can do, even with pain. For many ...

Today’s post is all about cleaning the bottom of a stubborn tub. If you’re dealing with outdated non-slip stickers or their residue, there are several options for getting the job done. I’ll be sharing my personal experience in this post, but I’ll also be sharing the expertise of others. As it turns out, the main part of the battle is realizing what you’re dealing with. The residue at the bottom of your tub may require a bit more attention than you originally thought! Keep reading for plenty of helpful tips on cleaning and maintaining a beautiful bathtub .. . [photo from My Dog is Chelsea] Clean bathtub with a gleam The Quest for a Clean Powder Room Modern white bathroom Have you taken the time to design a lovely powder room and keep it clean? Above and below are a few snapshots from my own bathroom, which featured yellowing cultured marble and ornate gold-framed mirrors when we moved in. We picked out new countertops. We replaced the mirrors. We got new faucets. And we added special ...

Limescale is calcium carbonate that leaves a white film over surfaces or settles inside appliances such as tea kettles and coffee pots. It’s commonly found in homes with hard water and can be stubborn to remove with regular household cleaners …but the good news is that there are items commonly found in your kitchen pantry that will take care of this nuisance lickety-split (Bonus: They’re all-natural too!). Here’s how you do it: For taps and bathroom fixtures : Saturate paper towels or a cotton cloth with vinegar then wrap tightly around the problem area. Leave for several hours or overnight, drizzling more vinegar over the cloth if it gets too dry. After soaking, lift the cloth and scrub away the built-up crud using a toothbrush or scrubber. You’ll find more detailed info below. For tap openings : If the opening has a buildup that is affecting water flow , fill a plastic bag with vinegar then fit over spout so the end is submerged in vinegar. Wrap the bag around the tap then secure...