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One of the best choices for updating and replacing stained carpeting and scuffed hardwood floors is bamboo flooring. Bamboo flooring is obtained from the bamboo plant and is eco-friendly, sustainable, attractive, strong, and easy to install. The Benefits Of Installing Bamboo Flooring: ● water resistant ● easy to maintain ● adds a contemporary aspect to your home Types of Bamboo Flooring: ● Strand-woven ● Made from the remaining strands of the stalk of the bamboo stalk and is twice as strong as vertical and horizontal bamboo. ● Vertical ● Bamboo planks are placed next to each other in a vertical direction before being pressurized to create a smooth finish. ● Horizontal ● Similar to vertical but the bamboo planks are placed horizontally before being pressurized in order to show the growth rings of the stalk. Colors of Bamboo Flooring: ● Natural ● Carbonized ● Stained Flooring Tips: ● Choose a 100% bamboo product for the best results ● Research the best installation method; whether DIY or...

"Accessories are everything. To me, they’re more important than the clothes" – Rachel Zoe Quilted cotton handbags, luggage, and accessories one name says it all - Vera Bradley.  For over 30 years Vera Bradley has been designing luxury quilted products with unique paisley patterns, plaid prints, and florals. Company History Owners Patricia R. Miller and Barbara Bradley wanted to create a brand of feminine luggage and handbags after observing the lack of feminism in other designer products in the marketplace. The company is named after Barbara's mother Veronica, who worked for the company as a sales representative in the Miami, Florida area. Veronica Bradley was also an ex-model for Elizabeth Arden in the 1930s. Vera Bradley is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, a town full of rich culture and a hometown feel. A Philanthropic Company Since 1998, the Vera Bradley Foundation for breast cancer research has contributed over $15 million for breast cancer research. The Collection at...

Source:  Getty Images Carrots are a great source of lutein necessary for eye health and contain a high level of  carotenoids, which help to decrease your risk of cancer. Apples are a powerful antioxidant and are rich in fiber which aids in digestion and lowering cholesterol. Spiced Carrot Apple Soup is a great way to combine the power of these two veggies, see recipe below: Ingredients: 2 cups carrots, peeled 1 medium ripe gala apple peeled 1/4 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 Tbsp. butter Directions: 1. Place carrots in a food processor and pulse until chopped. 2. Spoon the carrots into a saucepan and set them aside. 3. Place the apples ginger and cinnamon in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. 4. Add the mixture to the carrots in the saucepan. 5. Add the broth to the carrot/apple mixture and heat on medium until warm, approx. 8 mins. 6. Ladle warm soup into bowls and top with nuts if desired. Serves ...