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Career Outlooks: A Reflection of a New America

Can you guess the fastest growing job markets in the U.S based on how America is changing? The quickest growing occupations reflect a nation’s development and focuses. The top 10 fastest growing jobs, determined by bls.gov, reflect interesting trends happening in the USA. The growth rate of each occupation was projected from 2012 to 2020, then ranked by the percent increase in employment. You can view the list of the top ten at the end of this post, or the full report here.

Personal Care Aides, OT Assistants, PT Assistants, and Home Health Aides are five of the top ten fastest growing occupations, all with something in common. Coincidence? Probably not. People with disabilities and injuries are getting more help than ever before – and it is only going to increase. American is moving toward a new system of health care that requires a lot more hands-on help. The focus is shifting to keeping each individual healthy instead of one healthy nation.

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Flickr Creative Commons: Bernard Pollack

Additionally, Genetic Counselors and Diagnostic Medical Sonographers made the top 10. Meaning that seven of the ten fastest growing jobs are in the medical field. The Affordable Care Act and Obama Care significantly increased the percentage of Americans who have access to health care. Naturally, a higher demand for medical treatment would coincide with a higher demand in jobs in the healthcare field.
The other miscellaneous occupations that made the list are Insulation Workers, Interpreters, and Construction Helpers. Interpreters are used mostly in medical and legal situations when people need to communicate important information. As diversity expands, it makes sense that the need for interpreters does too.

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Flickr Creative Commons: Stirling StoneWorks

 

Insulation workers and Construction Helpers go together as well, every new construction, and most renovations, require new insulation to be installed. The outlook for these jobs could be on trend with the housing market, which is also increasing. According to Forbes, demand for houses is on the rise, and combined with the fact that there is a shortage of available homes in relation to demand, new constructions are popping up all over the USA.

Another interesting point is that the majority of the jobs in the top ten fall into the middle class pay range. Since the recession officially ended in 2009, low income families have had a difficult time making it back into the middle class. Optimistically, the top fastest growing jobs indicate that the middle class is making their way back.

 

Here are the top ten fastest growing jobs in the USA:

10. Physical Therapist Assistants

2012 Median Pay: $52,160

Projected Growth Rate: 41%

 

9. Genetic Counselors

2012 Median Pay: $56,800

Projected Growth Rate: 41%

 

8. Occupational Therapy Assistants

2012 Median Pay: $53,240

Projected Growth Rate: 43%

 

7. Helpers–brickmasons, blockmasons, stonemasons, and tile and marble setters

2012 Median Pay: $28,220

Projected Growth Rate: 43%

 

6. Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

2012 Median Pay: $65,860

Projected Growth Rate: 46%

 

5. Interpreters and Translators

2012 Median Pay: $45,530

Projected Growth Rate: 46%

 

4. Insulation Workers, Mechanical

2012 Median Pay: $39,170

Projected Growth Rate: 47%

 

3. Home Health Aides

2012 Median Pay: $20,820

Projected Growth Rate: 49%

 

2. Personal Care Aides

2012 Median Pay: $19,190

Projected Growth Rate: 49%

 

1. Industrial Organizational Psychologists

2012 Median Pay: $83,580

Projected Growth Rate: 53%

 

What do the top fastest growing occupation tell you about America? Notice any trends that we missed? Let us know!

Most ‘Walkable’ Cities in the USA

A recent survey conducted by the National Association of Realtors found that millennials, currently ages 18-34, prefer walking to destinations over driving. America’s young adults want to live in neighborhoods brimming with local business and eateries – and all within walking distance of course!

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Flickr Creative Commons: La Citta Vita

The benefits of being able to walk to the grocery store, to work, or even just to the pharmacy are endless. This lifestyle trend saves millennials money in gas, which also means less fuel emissions. Additionally, saving many businesses within walking distance of residential homes encourages a more open and friendly community. Rather than going straight from their home to the car and off to the grocery store, residents are spending more time outside, making contact with their neighbors, and seeing other local retailers on the way. These benefits have recent graduates and young families flocking to cities where a walk-everywhere lifestyle is possible.

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Flickr Creative Commons: zenjazzygeek

With this new trend on the rise, here are Redfin’s top five most walkable cities! They are scored out of 100 points.

New York: 87.6
San Francisco: 83.9
Boston: 79.5
Philadelphia: 76.5
Miami: 75.6

New York and San Francisco are no surprise – the two cities were built for pedestrians. The streets are lined with shops and restaurants, and packed full of people. Boston is not shocking either considering it was the first city to establish a subway system which relieved residents from the burden of driving.

Now for Miami and Philadelphia. When we think of Miami, skyscrapers and concrete come into mind – not a closely knit community dense with small, local businesses. If you spend more time in Miami, you realize that it is made up of many neighborhoods, all with their own walking culture. The same goes for Philadelphia; the urban city is sectioned into thirty neighborhoods, each with its own personality.

Weather also has to be taken into consideration. Would you want to walk around New York City in the middle of winter? Maybe not. Miami however, has warm weather year round. For this reason, it could be argued that Miami is more walkable because of its constant sunshine.

Would you move to one of these cities? Have you lived anywhere exceptionally ‘walkable?’ Let us know!

 

Maintenance Tips to Protect Your Home Value


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For many people, a home is without a doubt the most important investment they will ever make. There are many things to take into consideration before finalizing that decision. Just buying a real estate property is not enough. You must protect your investment with regular maintenance of the home. Cleaning every area of your home regularly and effectively is only part of the process. It is crucial to pay attention to your home and to never neglect your responsibilities in order to protect your investment.

This sounds simple, but over time you will realize that your place actually requires a significant amount of care, and constant attention. If you have a busy schedule, this could prove to a be problem for you. Sharing the responsibilities with the other members of your family is a good solution to the problem. At least when it comes to the cleaning, you can ask for help or simply hire professionals every now and then. If you truly want to protect your home value, here are some tips which will help you with the maintenance:

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  • Check the plumbing and other systems regularly – Most people forget to inspect the plumbing, electrical and other systems of their homes until a problem appears. Unfortunately, when that happens the damage could be hard to repair, not to mention that it would costly. In order to avoid the unnecessary complications, you should become knowledgeable with how to inspect pipes, taps and all other parts of the plumbing system of your real estate property. The same applies to fire alarms, light switches and other elements of the electrical system.
  • Clean the gutters every chance you get – Unfortunately, people often underestimate the importance of their gutters.They need to be cleaned and inspected regularly in order to maintain functionality for many years. In the event of a crack or more serious problem, the walls of your home could be seriously damaged. Don’t take the risk – simply pay attention to your gutters. Check regularly for damages by running water through the gutters, if they are clogged, get a latter and clean all the debris out of them.
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  • Inspect the chimney – The chimney is another important part of your home which needs special care. Even the smallest damage could cause serious problems and endanger your your family. That’s why you should inspect the chimney of your property at least once a year. Hiring professionals for the cleaning of this part of your home before the beginning of the burning season is also important.
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Flickr Creative Commons: Pete Markham

 

  • Make renovations – Planning some renovations every few years will guarantee the longevity of your real estate property. It is not necessary to spend a lot of money for big renovations, it is enough simply to repaint one or more of the rooms in your place. You can save some money by doing those things yourself. It is not that hard once you learn to trust your instincts and get some useful tips from people who have already done it.

 

These tips will aid in the preservation of your home’s value and appearance. For more information, check out these helpful links.

Plumbers East London – London Plumbing Service
Gutter Maids – Minneapolis, MN Gutter Cleaning
The Art of Manliness – Handy Home Maintenance Checklist
This Old House – How to Paint your Home Exterior
Jack Pixley Chimney – MN Chimney Sweeps

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The Real Names of Top Pop Artists

At birth, most celebrities are given traditional, boring names by their parents. However some are given unique or international names that are difficult to remember. At the start of a pop star’s career, they choose, or are given, a more interesting, catchy name to separate them from the mundane. Here are some pop artists whose real names will surprise you! Source: Billboard

 

1. Lorde – Real name: Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor

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Well, Ella O’Connor is a pretty standard name.. however her middle name(s) are rather unique.

 

2. Pink – Real name: Alecia Moore

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Other than the fact that it is spelled in an nontraditional way, Alecia Moore sounds exceedingly normal!

 

3. Frank Ocean – Real name: Christopher Breaux

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One question. Why Frank?

 

4. Iggy Azalea – Real name: Amethyst Amelia Kelly

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Amethyst is not a typical name, but this artist managed to pick a name even less common!

 

5. Elton John – Real name: Reginald Kennith Dwight

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Can we blame him? Reginald, really?

 

6. Kid Cudi – Real name: Scott Ramon Seguro Mescudi

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Kid Cudi chose his name based on his real name, which makes it more personal.

 

7. A$AP Rocky – Real name: Rakim Mayers

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Was Rocky chosen from Rakim? Maybe, but as for A$AP, we have no idea.

 

8. Wiz Khalifa – Real name: Cameron Jibril Thomaz

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According to the Free Dictionary, the general definition of Khalifa is “swayer of the universe.”

 

9. Lana Del Rey – Real name: Elizabeth Woolridge Grant

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Who came up with this one? “Rey” means king in Spanish, but who knows?!

 

10. Bruno Mars – Real name: Peter Gene Hernandez

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The name “Peter” definitely isn’t very interesting, but who the heck came up with name Bruno Mars?

What would your celebrity name be? Try out this celebrity name generator by BuzzFeed and let us know what you came up with! Our celebrity name is Lucida Grande 🙂

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8 Frozen Treat Recipes for Fido

Keeping your doggy pal both occupied and cool in the summer is a challenge! Healthy treats and activities for your dog can be expensive and time consuming. If you are looking for a way to help your dog chill out in this heat, these DIY frozen dog treats are easy and cheap to make! Give them a try, your pooch will thank you!

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Flickr Creative Commons: Tricia

WOOOOOOOOF!

 

1. Frozen banana treats from ModernDog

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Flickr Creative Commons: Steve Hopson

Bananas, peanut butter, yogurt, MMM! Great afternoon snack for your doggy, high in protein and potassium!

 

2. Frozen Coconut Mango Pineapple treats from doggy dessert chef

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Flickr Creative Commons: Jun

These tropical treats will have your doggy doing the hula! Just be careful to watch the sugar content of that dried fruit!

 

3. Peanut Butter Pupsicles from The Humane Society of the United States

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Flickr Creative Commons: Denise Krebs

Peanut butter is perhaps a dog’s favorite snack! These are sure to be a hit!

 

4. Dog Ice Cream from FirstHomeLoveLife

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Flickr Creative Commons: edwin

Who doesn’t love ice cream? We guarantee your pup will love this frozen treat.

 

5. Yogurt, Blueberry and Basil Frozen Treats from Good Dogs & Co

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Flickr Creative Commons: FromSandToGlass

These unique dog treats are full of antioxidants and taste great! (yes.. they are human friendly too!)

 

6. Watermelon Popsicle from Golden Woofs

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Nothing says summer more than watermelon popsicles!

You and your pooch can enjoy these tasty treats together!

 YUM

YUM

YUM

 

7. Frozen Apple Treats from Irresistible Pets

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Flickr Creative Commons: Dane

Apples are a great treat for your dog! These are perfect for those hot summer days!

 

8. Spinach Smoothie Pupsicles by Cooking with Curls

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Last but not least, these pupsicles are good for your pooch’s tummy and teeth! Spinach, coconut, banana, YUM! (Your doggy might share with you, but don’t count on it!)

 

What are your canine’s favorite summer treats? Let us know if you gave any of these a try!

 

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Perfect Picnic Dates around the Twin Cities

Looking for a unique date idea? Picnics are a romantic and affordable way to get you and your spouse or family out of the house and closer to nature. We have compiled a list of picnic locations around the Twin Cities, including recipes and restaurants to help you decide what to bring!

1. Como Park, St. Paul

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The grounds of Como Park are lush and beautifully landscaped. There are many places within the park to have a picnic, either on the lawn or at a table. After lunch, you can take a stroll through Como Zoo, which is free (with a suggested donation). You might want to come a little early though, parking can be difficult.

What to eat?

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If you want to purchase food to bring to your picnic at Como Park, Nelson’s Cheese & Deli is the place to go. They have an extensive salad bar, including build your own and noodle options, and a hefty list of sandwich creations. In addition, they have chips, homemade candies, local cheeses, and various drink options.

Rather pack your own lunch? Try out these veggie hummus wraps!

 

2. Minnehaha Falls, Minneapolis

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Flickr Creative Commons: Bryce Edwards

Minnehaha Falls is a large outdoor space encompassing the Mississippi river and one of its water falls. There is green space surrounding the river to sit and have lunch, as well as a park restaurant called Sea Salt. You could either grab lunch from this restaurant or bring your own.

If you plan to bring your own meal, try out this fresh BLT recipe!

 

3. Mississippi River Flats, Minneapolis

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Flickr Creative Commons: Michael Hicks

Near the University of Minnesota, there are river flats on both the East and West banks of the Mississippi. They are flat, grassy areas of land set on the river with views of downtown Minneapolis.Try out these scrumptious walleye cakes to eat along the shores of the Mississippi!

Want to buy lunch?

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Flickr Creative Commons: Marc Kjerland

A great place to pick up your picnic food near the River Flats is Abdul’s Afandy. They serve fresh and delicious Middle Eastern dishes including falafel, shawarma, lentil soup, chicken options, baklava, and more!

 

3. Loring Park, Minneapolis

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Flickr Creative Commons: Doug Kerr

Loring Park, situated between uptown and downtown Minneapolis, has a dog park, tennis courts, horseshoe pits, and walking trails. It is a lovely park for a couple to have a meal, and spend their afternoon.

What to eat?

Loring Park is surrounded by restaurants, some of which are pretty pricey! We recommend checking Groceries & Deli on Harmon to pick up some sandwiches, soup,  curry, snacks, and more!

 

4. Lake Phalen, St. Paul

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Lake Phalen in north east St. Paul is surrounded by a golf course and well maintained park areas. They have designated picnic pavilions that are perfect for a picnic with your loved ones. You are sure to see fellow Minnesotans kayaking and sailing around the lake.

If you want to bring a lunch from home, try out this potato salad to take with you!

Purchasing lunch? Try out Plaza Del Sol!

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This locally owned Mexican Restaurant has many options for you to take on the go to your picnic meal!

 

The Twin Cities area is full of great places to have a picnic date! What other places are great for a picnic? Let us know!

 

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Top 5 Cities for the Young and Rich

Where would you go if you won the lottery, or suddenly came across millions of dollars? The World Cities Culture Forum has data on the number of concert halls, restaurants, and other ‘cultural indicators’ for cities all over the world. We have used this data to come up with the top 5 cities to be young and rich in!

 

1. Tokyo

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Flickr Creative Commons: Moyan Brenn

At the top of the list is Japan’s largest city, Tokyo, which has nearly nine million residents! You definitely will not run out of ways to spend your money here!

  • Yearly musical performances: 15,617
  • Yearly comedy Shows: 8,452
  • Number of restaurants: 150,510
  • Number of bars: 14,184
  • Number arcades: 997

Wow that is a lot of restaurants! According to US.News.com, the best time to visit Tokyo is in the fall when the temperature is mild and the leaves are beautiful hues of orange and red.

 

2. New York City

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The city that never sleeps comes in at number two on our list! It also happens to be the most expensive city in the USA to live in!

  • Yearly theatrical Performances: 43,004
  • Number of restaurants: 24,149
  • Number of comedy shows per year: 11,076
  • Number of art galleries: 721

Be sure to visit NY around the holidays to see Central Park beautifully blanketing with white snow and sparkling holiday lights!

 

3. Shanghai

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Shanghai is a vibrantly colorful cosmopolitan city in China that hosts thousands of performances each year. The possibilities for fun are endless in Shanghai.

  • Number of restaurants: 55,614
  • Number of dance halls: 1,865
  • Number of art galleries: 13,324
  • Yearly musical performances: 3,356

To avoid unbearable humidity and the crazy tourist season, Frommers says to visit Shanghai in late March or late October.

 

4. Los Angeles

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Flickr Creative Commons: Neil Kremer

Home of the entertainment industry in the USA, Los Angeles has live shows every night of the week. In addition, LA includes Long Beach which is the party capital of California.

  • Yearly comedy shows: 5,624
  • Number of restaurants: 28,787
  • Number of Cinema screens: 1,073
  • Yearly theatrical performances: 8,220

Los Angeles is known for its year-round warmth, but to avoid large crowds SmarterTravel.com recommends not to visit during school breaks and holidays.

 

5. Sao Paulo

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Flickr Creative Commons: Julio Boaro

Coming in at number five is the largest city in South America, Sao Paulo. This diverse and bustling city is perfect for foodies and bar hoppers.

  • Number of bars: 15,000
  • Number of restaurants: 12,500
  • Yearly dance performances: 5,200
  • Live music venues: 294

Be sure to visit in October to catch the International Film Festival!

 

If you won the lottery, where would you spend your money?

 

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Cost of Living Across the USA

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What is the cost of living where you live? You might be surprised at how your city compares to others across the USA.

Below are the costliest and cheapest places to live in the USA based off the US Census table: Cost of Living Index—Selected Urban Areas, Annual Average: 2010. The table compares cost of living in cities across the USA with the national average.

The cost of living for each city is ranked based on the cost of groceries, housing, utilities, transportation, healthcare, and miscellaneous goods. The national average of these costs are indexed at 100%. Each city with a composite index over 100 is more expensive to live in than the national average. Each city with a composite index under 100 is cheaper to live in than the national average.

 

The most expensive city in the USA: Manhattan, NY

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Flickr Creative Commons: Daran Kandasamy

Indexed at 216.7, Manhattan has the highest cost of living in the United States. The prime real estate is to blame for such a high index. In this city, studio apartments start out at around $1500 a month, and if you want an actual bedroom or two, you have to be willing to shell out at least three to four thousand dollars a month!

Here are the top five most expensive cities with their index:

1. Manhattan, NY – 216.7

2. Brooklyn, NY – 181.7

3. Honolulu, HI – 165.7

4. San Francisco, CA – 164.0

5. Queens, NY – 159.0

Did you notice that 3 out of 5 of these cities are in New York?

Now where are the cheapest cities in the United States?

 

The most affordable city in the USA: Harlingen, TX

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Flickr Creative Commons: Vince Smith

With an index of 82.8, the city with the lowest cost of living in the USA is Harlingen, TX. Harlingen is a city on the very southern tip of the state of Texas, bordering Mexico near South Padre Island. With a population of over 65,000, it is a very affordable city to live in.

Here are the five cheapest cities in the United States with their index.

1. Harlingen, TX – 82.8

2. Pryor Creek, OK – 84.5

3. McAllen, TX – 85.0

4. Pueblo, CO – 85.6

5. Cookeville, TN 85.7

Manhattan, NY has a cost of living that is more than double the national average while Harlingen TX has a cost of living that is only 82.8% of the national average. It seems there is a correlation between the cost of living and the height of the skyline!

How does your city compare? Find out here!

 

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Top Five Ways to Unwind After a Long Day

According to the American Institute of Stress, 80% of workers feel stress on the job and nearly half say they need help in learning how to manage stress. While we aren’t doctors, we came up with some ways that we think can help you decompress after a long day at work.

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Flickr Creative Commons: Alan Cleaver

Whether you stare at a screen, pour concrete, or discover fossils all day, it is important to let out any tension that builds up while you are at work. Here are five ways to unwind after a long, stressful day. Let us know if you give them a try!

 

1. Stretch it out

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Flickr Creative Commons: Nicholas A. Tonelli

Sitting at a desk all day leads to backaches, poor posture, and tight muscles. All that shoulder tension is uncomfortable, and even unhealthy. Light exercises can release all the frustration from a tough day. To help you relax after a long day at the office, try out these yoga positions from Huffington Post.

 

2. Make yourself dinner

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Flickr Creative Commons: Nicole Abalde

It is easy to get caught up in the day and pop in a frozen pizza when you get home, but try slowing it down and cooking yourself a nutritious meal. Cooking is therapeutic and practical, so put on your favorite music, and start chopping away at those vegetables. Save yourself some money and calories with these easy recipes from the Food Network.

 

3. Take a bath

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Flickr Creative Commons: Basheer Tome

Luxurious bubbles and heavenly aromas.. taking a bath is the best way to calm down and relax your muscles. Did you know there are plenty of home recipes to make your bath even better? Try these natural DIY luxury baths at home!

 

4. Try your Hand at Gardening

The People's Garden at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Washington D.C., on Thursday, March 17, 2011. Volunteer executive master gardeners pitch in several times a week, at various times of the day (before or after work hours, or during lunchtime) to weed, mulch, plant, water and what ever it takes to grow a wide variety of produce. Although a few are ornamental, most are destined for charity kitchens.  Located on the corner of Jefferson Dr. SW and 12th St. SW, people often stop to ask questions about the garden.  Part of the volunteersÕ training is to be a spokes person for the People's Garden Initiative, an effort by the USDA that challenges its employees to establish People's Gardens at USDA facilities worldwide or help communities create gardens. People's Gardens vary in size and type, but all have a common purpose - to help the community they're within and the environment. USDA photo by Lance Cheung

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Being out in the sunshine with the smell of dirt and wind in your face, there is nothing better than gardening. Don’t have a green thumb? Here is a list of kill-proof plants to put in your garden.

 

5. Play a Game

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Flickr Creative Commons: Roger H. Goun

Games are a great way to take your mind off work, especially if you have a family, or pet to play with. There are many games that are great to play by yourself as well. Try picking up a Wii counsel, or a deck of cards to play solitaire. Here is a list of single player card games to try!

 

How do you unwind after a long day? Share your thoughts with us!

 

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Surprising Cities Celebrities Call Home

Celebrities only live in Los Angeles or New York, right? Wrong! CNBC, with the help of Realtor.com, found a list of cities that are growing with celebrity residents. We narrowed it down to five cities that we didn’t know were occupied by so many celebs!

 

1.  Alpine, NJ

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Flickr Creative Commons: Ken Lund

Who would have guessed that the small state of New Jersey would be home to so many celebs?! CNBC reports that Oprah, Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock, Stevie Wonder (and more!) all have homes in Alpine. Set on the banks of the Hudson, the city is popular because of its exclusivity, and proximity to New York (BergenCounty.com).

 

2. New Orleans, LA

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Flickr Creative Commons: Bill Staney

New Orleans is home to more than just jambalaya and beignets. Famous residents include Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Harry Connick Jr., and Lil Wayne. CNBC attributes their residency to new tax breaks offered by Louisiana for film and television productions.

 

3. Atlanta, GA

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Flickr Creative Commons: Brad Clinesmith

It is reported that Jane Fonda’s loft in Atlanta is up for sale at no less than $1.95 million. Who will purchase the home to join Jeff Foxworthy, Janet Jackson, and Elton John as Georgia residents? Click here to see some celebrity homes in Atlanta!

 

4. Montecito, CA

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Flickr Creative Commons: Damian Gadal

With sweeping ocean views and temperate weather, who wouldn’t want to live on the northern coast of CA? The small town of Montecito is full of celebs, and its homes are among the priciest in the nation. Residents include Al Gore, Christopher Lloyd, Steve Martin, and Rob Lowe.

 

5. Jupiter, FL

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Flickr Creative Commons: Dan DeChiaro

Many celebrities live in this growing town just north of Palm Beach including Celine Dion, Burt Reynolds, and Tiger Woods (who neighbors Michael Jordan’s beach home). Want to be their neighbor too? Check out these luxury homes in Jupiter.
For the full list of cities you didn’t know celebrities live in, head over to CNBC!