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12 Of The Best Pens for Lefties

April 5, 2021March 17, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

If you’re left-handed, you know how frustrating it can be to write with pens.

Your right-handed friends can enjoy the smooth fluidity of the ink without worrying that their hands will smudge and smear it as they write.

But you? It’s hard to find a pen that won’t punish you for using it.

Inky hands aren’t a good look.

So, does this mean you’re doomed to write only with pencils?

Thank heavens, no. More than one genius out there designed pens for left-handed writers.

Read on to learn more about the 12 best pens for lefties in 2021.

7 Of The Best Card Games For Couples

April 22, 2021January 13, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

With the growing number of couples card games out there, how do you know which ones to try first?

You know exactly how much spice you’re looking for, which is a good start.

And maybe you want a game that will make you both laugh a lot.

When it comes to fun card games for couples, though, it’s good to know what other couples have to say about the most popular options out there.

After all, your partner and your relationship deserve the best.

21 Perfect Gifts For Your Adult Children

April 14, 2021December 11, 2020 by Barrie Davenport

What do you buy for your adult children — specifically if they’re a Gen Xer or Millennial?

You want to find something they’ll actually use and enjoy, not something they’ll regift to someone else at the first opportunity.

This all-too-common quandary is why we’ve put so much effort into creating a list of fantastic Christmas gifts for those specific generations, many of whom are working multiple jobs/side hustles to pay the bills and reach for the life they want.

Any one of the gifts below will come in super-handy and let them know they matter to you.

29 Of The Most Fun Games For Couples

April 22, 2021October 1, 2020 by Barrie Davenport

Are you getting tired of spending night after night watching television after dinner with your partner?

Flipping through television shows isn't doing much to strengthen your relationship or allow you to interact with each other.

If you want to get to know your spouse on a deeper level while reaping some great health benefits, you might want to start playing games with your partner.

Not head games — but the old-fashioned kind where you sit down together or with another couple and have fun.

The Benefits of Games for Couples to Play

Let's take a look at some of the ways playing games together can positively impact you both as individuals and as a couple.

51 Of The Best Christmas Gift Ideas For Couples

April 22, 2021September 17, 2020 by Barrie Davenport

It can be hard to find the best Christmas gifts for the couples in your life that are both unique and useful.

How do you come up with a Christmas gift idea that represents both his and her interests without being cheesy or predictable?

As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to start thinking about a meaningful gift so you aren’t forced to make a last-minute decision on a gift that may wind up being re-gifted.

11 Of The Best Moleskine Alternatives

October 16, 2020August 10, 2020 by Barrie Davenport

Moleskine’s luxury notebooks stand out from the competition, thanks to sturdy covers and premium paper.

The Italian company is known for producing professional notebooks for journaling or sketching.

Moleskine notebooks come in a variety of styles, but you may not always find one that matches your specific needs.

Notebooks from Moleskine are also a little pricey compared to some of the alternatives.

If you want the same quality at a lower price, there are many notebooks like Moleskine for all your writing, drawing, and note-taking needs.

11 Of The Best One Player Board Games For Solo Fun

April 19, 2021July 3, 2020 by Barrie Davenport

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There are few better ways to spend a rainy day afternoon, dinner party, or

Sunday morning than pulling out your favorite board game and embarking on a new adventure with a group of friends, family, or even all by yourself.

Board games aren’t just for groups but can be an excellent way to challenge yourself and exercise your mind.

You don’t need someone on the other side of the board to have a great time.

We’ve compiled a list of the best solo board games you can play when spending a night to yourself.

39 Stocking Stuffer Ideas For Men

November 19, 2020June 19, 2020 by Barrie Davenport

Christmas stockings, stocking stuffers for men

Looking for the perfect stocking stuffers for him?

Maybe you have some ideas, based on what you know he likes. But you’re here because you’re looking for gifts that will surprise him and make this Christmas more memorable.

You know the men in your life and what will get the best reactions from them.

I’m betting you’ll find something in our list of 39 stocking stuffers for men that will be just right for each of them.