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My work appears in AARP The Magazine, Allrecipes, Bon Appetit, Conde Nast Traveler, Eating Well, Good Grit, Midwest Living, Morgan Stanley Mosaic, Real Simple, Robb Report, Shape, Southern Living, Travel + Leisure, The Wall Street Journal, Virtuoso The Magazine, Well + Good, Wine Enthusiast and more.

 

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Should I Waive a Home Inspection? Why Buyers Are Willing To Right Now
Should I Waive a Home Inspection? Why Buyers Are Willing To Right Now

Realtor

Overbooked inspectors is a trend being seen across the country. If you can't get one in during the timeframe your contract allows, is it ever OK to skip it? Here's what experts say.

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HomeKelsey OgletreeSeptember 18, 2020Comment
Seed Saving 101: Harvest This Fall to Plant Next Spring
Seed Saving 101: Harvest This Fall to Plant Next Spring

Farm Flavor

Saving seeds is not only cost effective and environmentally responsible – it will make you a more successful gardener, too. Here’s how.

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Home, Lifestyle, Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeSeptember 17, 2020Comment
Local Labryinths: 10 Florida Corn Mazes to Visit This Fall
Local Labryinths: 10 Florida Corn Mazes to Visit This Fall

FloridAgriculture

For the September/October issue of Florida Farm Bureau's state publication, I highlighted the top spots around the state offering corn maze fun for the whole family.

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Travel, LifestyleKelsey OgletreeSeptember 14, 2020Comment
5 Precautions to Take When Traveling Over the Holidays This Year
5 Precautions to Take When Traveling Over the Holidays This Year

Real Simple

Holiday travel isn’t a given this year, but if you are hitting the road (or the skies), here are a few pointers to help keep you safe.

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Travel, WellnessKelsey OgletreeSeptember 14, 2020Comment
How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Puree From Scratch
How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Puree From Scratch

Beachbody

While you can find pumpkin puree in grocery stores year-round, fall is the time when cans of it start to fly off the shelves. This year, try something new and make homemade pumpkin puree for your recipes.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeSeptember 14, 2020Comment
How Holiday Travel Will Be Different This Year
How Holiday Travel Will Be Different This Year

Real Simple

From extra research to travel restrictions to COVID-19 testing, traveling this holiday season will come with even more hassles than usual—but clever planning can help you pull it off. Here’s what to be aware of.

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TravelKelsey OgletreeSeptember 11, 2020Comment
Monks Are Making (and Inspiring) Your Whisky, Wine, Coffee, and Beer
Monks Are Making (and Inspiring) Your Whisky, Wine, Coffee, and Beer

VinePair

Thank these men of God for some of your favorite sips. Centuries after they first began making alcoholic beverages and caffeinated brews, modern monks are making ancient feel new again.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeSeptember 9, 2020Comment
Musings of a Travel Writer in Quarantine
Musings of a Travel Writer in Quarantine

VIE Magazine

At one point, I got so good at packing my carry-on, I could nearly do it in my sleep. But then the pandemic hit, and I learned more than I thought I could about travel—without traveling.

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TravelKelsey OgletreeAugust 31, 2020Comment
Some Small-Town Residents Organizing Car Cruising Events During Pandemic
Some Small-Town Residents Organizing Car Cruising Events During Pandemic

AARP

With gas prices historically low and not much to do during quarantine in a small town, rural communities have revived a nostalgic form of entertainment.

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LifestyleKelsey OgletreeAugust 12, 2020Comment
What to Do If Your Dog Eats a Face Mask
What to Do If Your Dog Eats a Face Mask

Real Simple

Yet another unexpected side effect of the COVID-19 crisis may be on the rise: Here’s what you need to do to protect your pet in the event he or she ingests your PPE.

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WellnessKelsey OgletreeAugust 11, 2020Comment
14 Excuses to Use Marshmallow Creme That Aren't Fluffernutters
14 Excuses to Use Marshmallow Creme That Aren't Fluffernutters

Better Homes & Gardens

We’re not discouraging diving into a jar of marshmallow crème with a spoon—but there are other ways to incorporate this fluffy, sweet concoction into desserts.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeAugust 11, 2020Comment
15 Treats and Recipes to Try for National S’mores Day (August 10th!)
15 Treats and Recipes to Try for National S’mores Day (August 10th!)

MyRecipes

While it’s unclear when this campfire got shortened to s’mores, there’s no doubt that melty chocolate, toasted marshmallows, and nutty graham crackers are a winning flavor combo.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeAugust 7, 2020Comment
Sleep Is Key, But Are You Getting Too Much? Here's What to Know
Sleep Is Key, But Are You Getting Too Much? Here's What to Know

Real Simple

Getting too little sleep can cause low productivity, mood swings, skin issues and feelings of drowsiness. But regularly sleeping more than 9 hours a night can cause problems, too.

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WellnessKelsey OgletreeAugust 6, 2020Comment
How to Cook Every Kind of Rice
How to Cook Every Kind of Rice

Beachbody

Once you learn how to cook rice properly, you’ll be able to get a perfectly fluffy bowl of it whenever you like — ready to toss with grilled meats, roasted vegetables or stir fry.

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Food and DrinkKelsey OgletreeAugust 4, 2020Comment
Luxe Interiors Radar/Scene - July/August 2020 Print Issue
Luxe Interiors Radar/Scene - July/August 2020 Print Issue

Luxe Interiors

I wrote about the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust, architect Amy Mangold's favorite vendors for sustainable materials, The Orchard residences, a talented textile maker and more.

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HomeKelsey OgletreeAugust 4, 2020Comment
5 Compelling Reasons to Clean Up Your Diet
5 Compelling Reasons to Clean Up Your Diet

Beachbody

We all know it’s important to make time to exercise and move your body regularly. But no matter how many workouts you crush in a week, you can’t overlook nutrition.

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WellnessKelsey OgletreeAugust 3, 2020Comment
10 Iconic In-Flight Snacks That Make Us Miss Getting On an Airplane Even More
10 Iconic In-Flight Snacks That Make Us Miss Getting On an Airplane Even More

The Points Guy

Whether you have a sweet or salty tooth or simply want to take the edge off with a locally sourced drink, here are some pre-COVID airline F&B options that have us eager to get back in the skies.

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Food and Drink, TravelKelsey OgletreeAugust 3, 2020Comment
7 Fresh Reasons to Visit Hillsboro, Illinois, This Fall
7 Fresh Reasons to Visit Hillsboro, Illinois, This Fall

Illinois Farm Bureau Partners

One of the best things about Hillsboro is that the downtown area is very compact. It’s easy to find out about anything happening in town – simply stroll down Main Street.

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TravelKelsey OgletreeAugust 3, 2020Comment
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