Terri Robertson
Terri Robertson is the Senior Editor, Digital, at Country Living, where she shares her lifelong love of homes, gardens, down-home cooking, and antiques.
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September Holidays Beyond Labor Day to Fall for in 2024
Thirty days hath September, and special days and observances fill every one of ’em!
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This Midwest Designer’s Walmart Luggage Collection Is the Missing Key to Your Next Girls’ Trip
Has the Paris Olympics given you a case of wanderlust? This luggage will make any vacay très magnifique.
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75 Magical, Mysterious Quotes About the Moon
It’s a marvelous night for a moon quote.
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5 Homemade Fruit Fly Traps to Get Rid of Bugs Fast
Bid farewell to your most unwelcome houseguests.
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60 Fun Halloween Trivia Questions for Spooks and Giggles
Quiz your family and friends on these Hallows' Eve facts.
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Our Top 10 Picks From Rifle Paper Co.'s Online Sidewalk Sale, Up to 70% Off
Hurry. The big event ends Friday, July 26!
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These Rifle Paper Co. Prime Day Deals Are So Giftable
The brand known for its charming florals has a trove of treasures on sale today.
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Chapel Hart FINALLY Tells Fans the Title of the Christmas Album They’ve Been Teasing
"Spill the tea, ladies."
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World-Class Gymnast Livvy Dunne Has the Sweetest Bond with Her Dog Roux
Purina Pro Plan's docuseries Fueled By reveals the special relationship between athletes and their dogs. You’ve got to see these cute photos!
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42 Bible Verses About Strength to Encourage You in Hard Times
Fortify your soul with wisdom from the Good Book.
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What Is a Supermoon? Cool Facts, 2024 Dates, and No Hype
Full supermoon season is nearly upon us!
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Why June's Full Strawberry Moon Is Going to Be Extra Special This Year
This only happens every 18.6 years.
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5th-Generation Texan Calder Allen’s Musical Roots Run Deep
A rising star in Austin’s music scene, the singer-songwriter shares how three generations—his dad, uncle, brother, and grandpa (artist and outlaw country legend Terry Allen)—have shaped him.
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93 Best Father's Day Quotes to Share with Dad This Weekend
Wish all the dads in your life Happy Father's Day with emotional, meaningful, and funny quotes.
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How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies, Once and for All
Try these fast and easy DIY trap-and-kill methods. You probably have the supplies in your home pantry.
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13 Creative and Practical Chicken Coop Interior Ideas
Essentials your coop needs—plus simple ways to make it fun for you and your flock!
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22 Best Annual Flowers and Plants That'll Make Your Gardens Glow
These favorite low-maintenance annuals will really bring the curb appeal.
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30 Different Types of Cactus You Can Grow at Home
Grow these fun plants, indoors or out!
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100 Best Couples' Instagram Captions and Quotes for All Your Favorite Photos Together
"Loving you is easy." — Minnie Riperton
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103 Funny Birthday Wishes, from Chuckle Worthy to Roast Level
They're no spring chicken 🐣 anymore, so they need to laugh a little egg-tra on their birthday.
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August Holidays That Help You Savor Every Last Drop of Summer
From Dogust 1st to National Eat Outside Day on the 31st, every day in August is special.
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How to Dress Like a Flower Farmer
Flower farmer and florist Niki Irving of Flourish shares her wardrobe essentials, garden tips, and more.
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22 Best Hanging Plants for Every Space, Indoors and Out
Spruce up your indoor and outdoor gardening spaces with hanging plants.
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65 Best Gifts for Cat Lovers According to Our Most Cat-Loving Editor
Unique and thoughtful finds for the best kind of people.
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July Holidays to Celebrate in 2024 to Make Every Day Sparkle
Fun national days and meaningful observances fill the July calendar even after the fireworks are over.
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100 Touching Mother-Daughter Quotes to Put Your Unbreakable Bond Into Words
We gathered the best quotes about mothers, daughters, and what makes the mother-daughter bond so strong.
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38 DIY Chicken Coop Plans and Ideas, from Weekend Projects to Dream Coops
Your fine-feathered flock will appreciate a safe, functional, and stylish coop.
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45 Best Mother-Daughter Songs for a Memorable Mother's Day
You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll sing into wooden spoons.
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These Fun 150th Kentucky Derby Collectibles Are in Your Budget
We rounded up great keepsakes for 2024's Run for the Roses that range from under $10 to $50.
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Country Star MacKenzie Porter on Growing Up Country
Surrounded by beautiful prairie on her family's ranch in rural Canada, not far from the Montana border, MacKenzie Porter was “born and bred on country music.”
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Try “Tip to Tail” Pickle Style to Get One Step Closer to a Zero Waste Kitchen
It can save you a little time and money too.
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Here’s When to Expect Cicadas If You Live in One of These 17 States
In some places, the historic double-brood event is already kicking off, even if the chorus hasn’t started yet.