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The Posts You Liked Most in 2024

A look back at our most-read posts of 2024.

Three Comic/Movie/Band Reviews

Cartoonist Phoebe Ward tells us about what she's watched and read...

What Are You Grateful For, Large or Small?

The other day, I was watching The Sopranos...

10 Things I’ve Learned Writing This Column

My Essential Christmas Dessert Is Flan

Why this recipe from Nik Sharma's wonderful cookbook The Flavor Equation, makes the smoothest most perfect flan I’ve ever had.

How Do You Make Guests Feel Special?

I loved our family's recent trip to Mexico, but one moment topped them all...

A Fun One-Rule Game for the Holidays

How Cute Is This Marriage Proposal?

Have a Fun Weekend.

11 fun links, including a soft pants trend and extremely specific playlists.

The Reality of Puzzles

By the wonderful Grace Farris.

My Favorite Party Looks (Plus, a Huge Sale)