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AvatarKathleen St. John

Kathleen St. John is a freelance journalist. She lives in Denver with her husband, two young children and an elderly mutt named Daisy.
French onion gnocchi casserole

French Onion Gnocchi Casserole Is An Elegant Dinner That’s Deceptively Easy To Make

December 19, 2021December 17, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Trader Joe's mural on a market

How To Get A Trader Joe’s Near Where You Live

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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You Can Get A Retro-Style Pontoon Boat Modeled After A Volkswagen Bus

December 13, 2021December 14, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Dark chocolate cake with coffee

Dark Chocolate Sheet Cake With Dark Chocolate Frosting Makes For A Decadent Dessert

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Why I Decided To Have A Wake For My Dog

December 6, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

The end was near. In her final weeks and months, our old dog, Daisy, had trouble with her legs, struggling painfully to stand up or …

Read moreWhy I Decided To Have A Wake For My Dog

Try Creamy Herbed Pork Chops For A Hearty Winter Dinner

December 4, 2021December 3, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Catherine O’Hara’s ‘Home Alone 2’ Reenactment Is Spot-On

December 3, 2021December 3, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreCatherine O’Hara’s ‘Home Alone 2’ Reenactment Is Spot-On

Christmas Chex mix

Christmas Chex Mix Is A Festive Take On Traditional Trail Mix

November 29, 2021November 29, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Adam Wright graduates high school

Teen With Terminal Cancer Gets His Own High School Graduation Ceremony

November 22, 2021November 23, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreTeen With Terminal Cancer Gets His Own High School Graduation Ceremony

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Viral Videos Of 2 Golden Retrievers Have People Fully Invested In Their ‘Romeo And Juliet’ Romance

November 19, 2021November 19, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreViral Videos Of 2 Golden Retrievers Have People Fully Invested In Their ‘Romeo And Juliet’ Romance

Bindi And Robert Irwin Post Tributes To Their Dad On Steve Irwin Day

November 16, 2021November 16, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Crocs Has Ugly Christmas Sweater Clogs

November 15, 2021February 24, 2022 by Kathleen St. John

Sometimes two wrongs do make a right: Crocs, possibly the most-scoffed-at-yet-still-beloved shoes on the planet, are ringing in the holiday season with a mini-collection of …

Read moreCrocs Has Ugly Christmas Sweater Clogs

Woman demonstrates silent signal for help

Learn The Discreet Hand Signal For Help That Could Save Someone’s Life

November 11, 2021November 11, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

When a Kentucky sheriff’s department announced the capture of a suspected kidnapper, they credited the rescue and arrest to something new: A simple hand gesture …

Read moreLearn The Discreet Hand Signal For Help That Could Save Someone’s Life

Christmas tree Rockefeller Center is from Maryland

The 2021 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Is A 79-Foot Norway Spruce

November 9, 2021November 9, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

The Christmas season is inching ever closer, and a big yearly milestone is coming right up: This year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is set for …

Read moreThe 2021 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Is A 79-Foot Norway Spruce

Southwest employee's zipper pulls dress

A Southwest Airlines Employee Designed A Dress Made Of Lost Zipper Pulls

November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

How many times have you lost a zipper pull on your luggage — one of those little dangly bits that makes the zipper easier to …

Read moreA Southwest Airlines Employee Designed A Dress Made Of Lost Zipper Pulls

Group of surgeons in operating room at hospital

Surgeons Successfully Attached A Pig Kidney To A Human, Giving Hope For The Future Of Transplants

November 2, 2021November 2, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Pigs already give us so much — bacon, carnitas, companionship, adorable smiles and tail-wags. But now we can add one more possible contribution to the …

Read moreSurgeons Successfully Attached A Pig Kidney To A Human, Giving Hope For The Future Of Transplants

Adele at 2017 Grammy Awards

Adele Announces Her First Concert Dates In 5 Years

October 28, 2021October 28, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

It’s happening! Pop superstar Adele announced Tuesday that she’s returning to the stage next summer as part of a London concert series. She’ll play two nights, …

Read moreAdele Announces Her First Concert Dates In 5 Years

Airplane passenger uses travel pillow

We’ve Been Wearing Travel Pillows Wrong This Whole Time

October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Taking an in-flight nap is a real treat — if you can pull it off. Most of us fly in the economy cabin, where reclining …

Read moreWe’ve Been Wearing Travel Pillows Wrong This Whole Time

Firefighter Adopts Kitten He Rescued

October 22, 2021October 22, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Prepare to smile and say “awwww”: A Michigan firefighter is making headlines for rescuing a tiny kitten from a storm drain, then bringing the little …

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Flower-Shaped Mini Pumpkin Pies Are The Most Adorable Fall Dessert

October 18, 2021October 18, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreFlower-Shaped Mini Pumpkin Pies Are The Most Adorable Fall Dessert

Jamie Costa as Robin Williams

Comedian’s Viral Robin Williams Impression Has Fans Calling For A Biopic

October 15, 2021December 21, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Social media is abuzz about a YouTube clip from actor Jamie Costa that displays his incredible Robin Williams impression — while also making a sort-of …

Read moreComedian’s Viral Robin Williams Impression Has Fans Calling For A Biopic

New Lego Titanic Is The Company’s Largest-Ever Model Set

October 14, 2021December 26, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Remember when you thought that Death Star Lego set your kid wanted was huge? Well, move over, Darth Vader, because Lego’s latest blows it out …

Read moreNew Lego Titanic Is The Company’s Largest-Ever Model Set

Open road with perfect weather

Spend A Whole Year In 70-Degree Weather With This Road Trip

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

The perfect temperature: You know it when you feel it, and for most of us, it’s around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. If you’ve ever wanted the …

Read moreSpend A Whole Year In 70-Degree Weather With This Road Trip

Model With Type 1 Diabetes Walks Runway With Insulin Pump

October 5, 2021October 5, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

The diabetes community raised a cheer for model Lila Moss when she confidently strode down a high-fashion runway with her insulin pump on full display. …

Read moreModel With Type 1 Diabetes Walks Runway With Insulin Pump

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Put A Parmesan Cheese Lid On A Mason Jar To Make An Easy, Versatile Drinking Vessel

March 24, 2021March 29, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

It’s not often a simple Facebook meme teaches us new skills. But a handy one making the rounds earlier this month opened my eyes to …

Read morePut A Parmesan Cheese Lid On A Mason Jar To Make An Easy, Versatile Drinking Vessel

New Kool-Aid Dippers Turn The Iconic Drink Into Candy

February 16, 2021February 15, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Remember the old Kool-Aid commercials with Kool-Aid Man, where he’d heroically bust through the walls of any building at the mere mention of thirsty children? …

Read moreNew Kool-Aid Dippers Turn The Iconic Drink Into Candy

Working Mother Of 4 Passed Bar Exam After Studying For 9 Years

February 8, 2021February 12, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

You know the saying that “it’s never too late”? Well, here’s a story that proves it: California mom and full-time welfare professional Evelyn Uba spent …

Read moreWorking Mother Of 4 Passed Bar Exam After Studying For 9 Years

Study Shows Cats Are More Attached To Their Humans Than We Give Them Credit For

December 18, 2020December 17, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

Dogs are fanatically attached to their humans; cats are aloof. Dogs are goofy and happy to the point of irritation. Cats? Chilly and mysterious. Do …

Read moreStudy Shows Cats Are More Attached To Their Humans Than We Give Them Credit For

A Team Tested The New IPhone’s Water Resistance By Submerging It In Lake Tahoe

December 8, 2020December 8, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

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Read moreA Team Tested The New IPhone’s Water Resistance By Submerging It In Lake Tahoe

Recipe Makes Banana Peels Taste Like Bacon

December 3, 2020December 2, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

Need to while away some socially-distanced hours? Check out this recipe for one of the strangest culinary inventions of our time: banana-peel bacon. Food writer …

Read moreRecipe Makes Banana Peels Taste Like Bacon

Video Captures Kayakers’ Very Close Encounter With A Humpback Whale

November 17, 2020November 16, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

Two friends looking for a moment of natural wonder got the scare of a lifetime while whale-watching off the coast of California earlier this month. …

Read moreVideo Captures Kayakers’ Very Close Encounter With A Humpback Whale

Michael Jordan Opened Second Medical Clinic For Low-Income Families

October 30, 2020April 15, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Almost exactly a year after opening his first health clinic in Charlotte, North Carolina, last October, basketball legend Michael Jordan announced a second clinic to …

Read moreMichael Jordan Opened Second Medical Clinic For Low-Income Families

$10 Container Keeps Guacamole Fresh For Days

October 14, 2020April 27, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

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Scientists Found A Fully Intact Carcass Of An Ice Age Cave Bear

September 24, 2020May 22, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Russian scientists discovered the full carcass of a now-extinct species of bear earlier this month, its snout locked in a snarl after millennia in the …

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How To Make Your Own Pickle-Infused Vodka

September 14, 2020September 14, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

Every home cocktail enthusiast hits the doldrums once in a while — sick of rickeys, bored of Boulevardiers, maxed out on Manhattans. If this describes …

Read moreHow To Make Your Own Pickle-Infused Vodka

Cleveland Zoo Welcomes First Koala Joey In 10 Years

September 1, 2020June 13, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Prepare yourself for a cuteness overload: On Aug. 26, a brand-new koala joey emerged from its mom’s pouch at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, and it’s …

Read moreCleveland Zoo Welcomes First Koala Joey In 10 Years

Chocolate ‘snow’ Fell On A Swiss Town After Lindt Factory Mishap

August 21, 2020June 26, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

If you’re going to have an industrial accident in your town, you could do a lot worse than this one: The small city of Olten, …

Read moreChocolate ‘snow’ Fell On A Swiss Town After Lindt Factory Mishap

A Remote Scottish Island Is Looking For New Residents

August 14, 2020July 3, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Talk about social distancing: A lonely island off the coast of Scotland is inviting new residents to help grow its population and pitch in to …

Read moreA Remote Scottish Island Is Looking For New Residents

Trader Joe’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Recipe Calls For Just 6 Easy Ingredients

August 7, 2020July 16, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Trader Joe’s selection of sweets and snacks is legendary. Seasonal treats come and go, but the classics remain — and TJ’s miniature dark peanut butter …

Read moreTrader Joe’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookie Recipe Calls For Just 6 Easy Ingredients

Airline Says It Will Pay Medical And Hotel Costs If Passengers Get COVID-19 While Traveling

August 4, 2020July 18, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Emirates airline is offering some serious peace of mind for its customers during the coronavirus pandemic. A new insurance policy, available to all Emirates passengers, …

Read moreAirline Says It Will Pay Medical And Hotel Costs If Passengers Get COVID-19 While Traveling

Taco Bell Is Paring Down Its Menu And Getting Rid Of Some Favorites

July 27, 2020July 29, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Some rough news for fast-food fans: An upcoming overhaul of Taco Bell’s menu will eliminate a dozen items, including classics like the 7-Layer Burrito and Nachos …

Read moreTaco Bell Is Paring Down Its Menu And Getting Rid Of Some Favorites

How To Make A No-Sew Face Mask From An Old T-Shirt

July 22, 2020July 22, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

With mask orders taking effect to combat the coronavirus — and some major retailers requiring them for entry — it’s important to have a face …

Read moreHow To Make A No-Sew Face Mask From An Old T-Shirt

Chipotle Is Debuting Cauliflower Rice At Select Locations

July 17, 2020August 7, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Burrito titan Chipotle — already a fast-casual fave — is testing out a tempting new menu option: Cauliflower rice! The cilantro-lime cauliflower rice began appearing …

Read moreChipotle Is Debuting Cauliflower Rice At Select Locations

You Can Buy ‘margarita Wine’ With A 15% ABV

July 15, 2020August 8, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Nothing refreshes on a hot summer day like an ice-cold, sweet-and-sour margarita. But if you’re short on ingredients or just don’t care much for strong …

Read moreYou Can Buy ‘margarita Wine’ With A 15% ABV

Jell-O Shots In Strawberry ‘cups’ Are Almost Too Cute To Eat

July 7, 2020July 6, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

Jell-O shots have a bad reputation as the too-sweet staple of college parties and wild beach bars. But these adorable strawberry Jell-O shots from the …

Read moreJell-O Shots In Strawberry ‘cups’ Are Almost Too Cute To Eat

Jalapeño ‘bottle Caps’ Are The Perfect Spicy, Crunchy Appetizer

June 30, 2020June 30, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

Brighten up your next backyard BBQ session with jalapeño “bottle caps” — a restaurant-style snack that’s a tantalizing marriage of crunchy, fried goodness and a …

Read moreJalapeño ‘bottle Caps’ Are The Perfect Spicy, Crunchy Appetizer

Mexican Corn Dip Is The Perfect Summer Appetizer

June 23, 2020June 23, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

Summertime is peak corn-eating season. We’re grilling it at our barbecues, boiling it on the stove, throwing it into giant pots of seafood and potatoes. …

Read moreMexican Corn Dip Is The Perfect Summer Appetizer

We Can’t Believe These Loaded Cauliflower Bites Are Low-Carb

June 20, 2020June 19, 2020 by Kathleen St. John

Cauliflower is one versatile vegetable. The cruciferous plant’s been used as a healthier choice in pizza crust, pasta and even as chicken-free chicken wings. One …

Read moreWe Can’t Believe These Loaded Cauliflower Bites Are Low-Carb

Burger King’s Frozen Cherry Fanta Drink Is Back On The Menu

June 17, 2020September 5, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

Some may find this unbelievable, but it’s sadly true: There are people who don’t like ice cream. Also true: Some folks can’t eat ice cream …

Read moreBurger King’s Frozen Cherry Fanta Drink Is Back On The Menu

George Floyd’s Daughter Just Received A Full-Ride College Scholarship

June 12, 2020September 5, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

She’s suffered a horrible tragedy, but there’s a bright spot in Gianna Floyd’s future: Texas Southern University offered the 6-year-old daughter of George Floyd a …

Read moreGeorge Floyd’s Daughter Just Received A Full-Ride College Scholarship

DC Man Let 70 Protestors Stay In His Home After Police Dispersed Them During Curfew

June 5, 2020September 6, 2021 by Kathleen St. John

When a group of protestors in Washington D.C. found themselves stuck in a residential area after curfew, one neighbor opened his doors to help folks …

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