Prinkipo Orphanage: Europe’s Largest Wooden Building

It stands on top of a small hill on Buyukadaa tiny island off the coast of Istanbul. But when it couldnt obtain a permit, the building was turned into an orphanage. It operated for sixty years taking care of Greek Orthodox orphans.

April 18, 2019 · 1 min · 42 words · Ashley Sanchez

There's More to Beef Chuck Than Stews and Braises

Summer is rapidly approaching, and with it, grilling season. Treat it right, and theres nothing it cant do. But theres so much more to chuck than prime fib and boeuf bourguignon. (Although, to be clear, it isthechoice for those.) Sure, youcouldfiddle around with different ratios of sirloin, short rib, and brisket, but why bother? If you see chuck eyes in the grocery store, snap them up. Even if you have a great butcher, chuck eyes can be hard to find....

April 18, 2019 · 2 min · 377 words · Nicole Yates

For a Better Cannabis-Shopping Experience, Focus on How You Want to Feel

You may not understand what sativa, indica or terpene means, but feelings are universal. Are they looking for symptomatic relief or just an intoxicating experience? Do they already have an idea of their ideal dosage, especially in regards to THC and edibles? Are they looking to get high or treat symptoms without a high? Knowinghowyou want to take your weed is important too. Some people need help falling asleep, staying asleep, or both....

April 17, 2019 · 2 min · 297 words · Michael Cruz

How to Be an Ethical Weed Consumer

In many places around the U.S., the legal status of cannabis has changed dramatically in recent years. Unfortunately, its not as simple as that. What does ethical weed consumption mean? As weed achieves legality in more and more places, its also giving rise to a very lucrative industry. In 2018, legal weed wasworth$10.4 billion; up an entire billion from the year prior. By 2022, revenue isexpectedto hit $23.4 billion. Others are… not....

April 17, 2019 · 2 min · 297 words · Molly Reid

How to Deal With the Stress of Waiting for Important News

), these emotions can drive your anxiety through the roof. Theres no question that optimism feels good on balance. Assuming good things will happen to you in the future is generally a positive-emotion-inducing mindset. And the bang out of distraction matters. In fact, you shouldnt really bury your emotions at all when youre feeling anxious about important personal news. Practice some mindfulness What is mindfulness, exactly? (Did I say the right thing?...

April 17, 2019 · 2 min · 254 words · Michelle Ryan

How to Talk to Your Teen About Weed

Each new generation seems to be more accepting of cannabis use, unsurprisingtrends show. Heres how to start the conversation. It seems like as long as he lives a healthy lifestyle, I guess it should be fine-ish. First and foremost, the rational part of the brain isnot fully developed until around the age of 25. Cannabis, even justa little bit, canharm that part of the brain. And driving while intoxicated (on anything)is a huge risk....

April 17, 2019 · 3 min · 449 words · Evelyn Thomas

I'm Sirita Wright, Cannabis Media Entrepreneur, and This Is How I Work

Sirita Wright is on a mission. Cannabis laws are changing rapidly, which means that entrepreneurs are turning their attention toward the booming industry. Currently, however, the majority of cannabis business owners arewhitea fact that Sirita wants to help change. As she said in anNBC interview, I am unapologetic. This is how she works. I moved to NYC in 2005 while finishing undergrad at Marymount University in Arlington, VA. I was studying Fashion Merchandising and moved to NYC to intern in the fashion department at VIBE magazine....

April 17, 2019 · 2 min · 372 words · Kristen Craig

Fake Tree Observation Posts of WW1

Anyone who stuck his head above the trench parapet for more than a few seconds was shot. So the Frenchstarted disguisingobservation posts as trees. Then they taught the British how to do it. Later, the Germans started using them too. The fake tree had to replace an existing tree. Adead tree, blasted by a bomb, located ideally near the trenches was chosen. The tree was then photographed and extensively studied, measurements taken and sketches made....

April 16, 2019 · 2 min · 238 words · Christopher Valencia

I'm Susan Orlean, Author of 'The Library Book,' and This Is How I Travel

It puts you in touch with how ignorant you are and how wrong you are, she says. I think its the only authentic way to travel. What does your travel schedule look like? I travel a lotI do a lot of lectures, and thats separate from the book tour. Probably 10 - 12 a year. It would be a very rare month that I didnt travel. Do you ever just go to a beach to relax?...

April 16, 2019 · 6 min · 1160 words · Phillip Oneill

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Type of Weed That's Right for You

anxiety, buying legal cannabis is becoming a way of life in America. It comes in granola form now? What on earth is a shatter? Consider this a first-timers guide to putting weed in your body. Vape Pens What they are:Efficient delivery systems for weed oil. you’re able to buy cartridges of oil in myriad varieties at a shop. Who its for:The discreet stoner on the move. Theyre light and elegant, a lightsaber compared to the laser blaster that is a joint....

April 16, 2019 · 2 min · 407 words · Jonathan Shah

Before Buying a Beach House, Ask Yourself These Questions

For our family, the fact that our home is many hours away is actually a bonus. Do you want to use your property as a rental when youre not there? What kind of extra maintenance is required? In our case, the inspector found that the deck on the house was structurally unsound. Other extra costs like replacement hot tub covers also arent cheap, trust me. We found ourselves replacing the air conditioner almost immediately upon taking ownership....

April 15, 2019 · 1 min · 213 words · Kimberly Moore

I'm Mike Adamick, Author of 'Raising Empowered Daughters,' and This Is How I Parent

You dont have to let these things slide. Adamick, who is raising a 13-year-old daughter, shared with us how he parents. Why did you decide to write a book on raising empowered daughters? It didnt make much sense. Tell us a little bit about your family and your career. Did life happen mostly as planned or were there surprises? My wife is a lawyer, and Im a newspaper reporter turned at-home dad and writer....

April 15, 2019 · 4 min · 777 words · Amy Carlson

The 387 Houses of Peter Fritz

Croy was so attracted by the skilled workmanship that he acquired the entire lotnearly four hundred of them. Nothing more was known. It is believed that Fritz made these models during the 1950s and 1960s, based possibly on existing buildings. Designboom speculates that the models could be part of an extensive model train set that perhaps Fritz was building. The collection has been exhibited at various locations around Europe the past two decades....

April 15, 2019 · 1 min · 82 words · Karen Barnes