We're homeowners in Mexico and renters in the US. It's allowed us to live the best of both worlds for 20 years.

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We enjoy spending part of our year in Mexico.

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I moved back to the US after 6 years abroad, but the comforts of home feel more isolating than ever

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After living abroad for six years, transitioning back to life in the US was difficult.

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I'm an interior decorator. Here are 10 things I'd never have in my kitchen.

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As an interior decorator, there are a few items I'd never have in my kitchen.

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I paid $90 for a set of hand-painted press-on nails at a salon. They looked great and took less than 30 minutes to apply.

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I got a set of hand-painted press-on nails at Tokyo Nails in Chicago.

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I moved alone from NYC to the suburbs of Pennsylvania. I love it, but it's been filled with a mixed bag of surprises.

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I've found so much joy living in the suburbs but it hasn't all been smooth-sailing.

Amory Rose

I got my colors professionally analyzed for $327. The expert's suggestions surprised me, but I couldn't be happier with the results.

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I reached out to an image consultant for help choosing a new hair color.

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Wallpaper is so back — but don't make these 7 mistakes when using it, according to interior designers

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There are a few things to avoid doing when using wallpaper in your home.

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I've been a professional bra fitter for 10 years. Here are 8 mistakes people make when buying bras.

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As a professional bra fitter, I have a few misconceptions to debunk.

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I've been on 105-day cruises, but this 13-day one was the toughest. Its itinerary had a major flaw I'll avoid on future trips.

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A port-heavy cruise seems intense for a reason.

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I've spent a day eating like every living US president. The best diets have surprised me.

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