Author: Gael F. Cooper

32 Pandemic Habits You Should Keep
Gael F. Cooper on April 17, 2021
Let’s maintain the upsides of the coronavirus shutdown.

9 Things to Stop Buying Because They Harm the Planet
Gael F. Cooper on April 14, 2021
Every day can be Earth Day if you change some of your shopping habits.

26 Things Everyone Should Keep in Their Car
Gael F. Cooper on April 8, 2021
These tools and conveniences help protect drivers from hassles and calamities on the road.

9 Ingredient Substitutions to Save You a Trip to the Store
Gael F. Cooper on April 7, 2021
When you run out of something, these ingredient swaps can save your dish fast.

9 Things the Coronavirus Is Making Obsolete
Gael F. Cooper on April 3, 2021
Even if everyone could get vaccinated tomorrow, it’s unlikely we will return to these ways of life.

8 Things You Should Always Buy on Amazon
Gael F. Cooper on March 25, 2021
The giant retailer shines when it comes to these things, from basics to hard-to-find specialty goods.

18 Things Your Grandkids Will Never Understand
Gael F. Cooper on March 25, 2021
How many of these once-familiar toys, tools and implements of a bygone era do you still have at your house?

15 Things I Always Buy at Trader Joe’s
Gael F. Cooper on March 24, 2021
These time-tested Trader Joe’s products are my absolute favorites.

20 Things You Can Still Buy for a Dollar
Gael F. Cooper on March 22, 2021
These bargains can delight adults and kids.

36 Things That Will Be Obsolete Soon
Gael F. Cooper on March 18, 2021
The writing is on the wall for dozens of things we have grown up with.

Pop Quiz: What Is on Your State’s Quarter?
Gael F. Cooper on March 16, 2021
This collectible currency brought change to our change.

10 Items Your Costco Might Run Out of
Gael F. Cooper on March 15, 2021
Even the mammoth warehouse store isn’t immune from pandemic-related supply-chain issues.

22 Pandemic Changes That Are Likely Here to Stay
Gael F. Cooper on March 15, 2021
Some of the changes we’ve made amid the COVID-19 pandemic are likely permanent.

19 Things You Should Never Put in a Garbage Disposal
Gael F. Cooper on March 13, 2021
Avoid these missteps, or you may soon need a plumber.

16 Products You Absolutely Do Not Need
Gael F. Cooper on March 12, 2021
You can safely leave these products on the store shelf.

8 Sleep Tricks That Actually Work
Gael F. Cooper on March 10, 2021
These tips can help you get those precious ZZZs.

16 of the Best New TV Shows to Stream in March
Gael F. Cooper on March 5, 2021
Here’s a guide to the best of the new stuff on Netflix and Hulu.

14 Products That Flopped Big-Time
Gael F. Cooper on March 3, 2021
How many of these spectacular failures do you recall?

14 Jobs That Are a Good Fit for Veterans
Gael F. Cooper on March 2, 2021
Military experience is an especially good background for civilian careers in these fields.

15 Surprising Things You Can Clean in a Washing Machine
Gael F. Cooper on March 1, 2021
A lot of household items get nasty. But don’t toss them out — try tossing them in your clothes washer instead.
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