If you’re a parent, you’ve probably experienced this nightmare scenario while running errands with a small child. Everything is going just fine until your little one spots a colorful display of attractive toys. As they begin to peruse the selection, you break into a cold sweat. Your heart pounds inside your chest as they utter the dreaded words, “Can I get this?” while clutching a coveted item to their chest. Does the thought of saying “no” and risking a temper tantrum in the middle of a crowded store send chills down your spine? Well, then have we got a parenting hack for you! In a life-saving social media post, one mom shared the clever way she handles the situation when her daughter asks for something while they’re shopping together. Instead of flat-out saying, “no,” she promises to add it to the little girl’s ongoing wishlist. Screengrab from TikTok “Wow! That’s really cool,” Mom will say to her. “We’re not buying that today though. Let me take a picture so we can add it to your list.” This creative mother explained that the parenting hack works really well for a variety of reasons. First of all, it makes her daughter feel like her parents are actually listening to her when she asks for something. Second, this wishlist becomes an incredibly useful resource for special occasions like birthdays and holidays. Whenever the young girl’s family wonders what to get her, they can simply refer to all the photos her mom has saved on her phone! Apparently, the wishlist also serves as entertainment for the little girl. Mom says that her daughter really enjoys looking back at the images she’s saved from different shopping excursions. Screengrab from TikTok “Lol I get it girl, I love my saved cart, too,” the woman joked in her post. Mom has been using this parenting hack for years, and it hasn’t failed yet! She came up with the concept when her daughter was only two years old. Even though the child is almost seven now, it still works. We hope this ingenious parenting hack helps you avoid any future meltdowns in the middle of a shopping trip! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Parenting Hack: Mom Shares Clever Way Of Avoiding Tantrums At The Store appeared first on InspireMore.

The Marshall Tucker Band, hailing from Spartanburg, South Carolina, emerged in the early 1970s as one of the pioneers of Southern rock, blending elements of country, blues, jazz, and rock into a signature sound. Formed in 1972 by brothers Toy and Tommy Caldwell, alongside Doug Gray, George McCorkle, Paul Riddle, and Jerry Eubanks, the band took its name from a local piano tuner whose name they found on a key to their rehearsal space. Their music quickly became synonymous with the genre’s soul, combining heartfelt lyrics, intricate instrumentation, and an undeniable Southern charm. The band’s debut album, The Marshall Tucker The post Top 10 Marshall Tucker Band Albums Covers appeared first on ClassicRockHistory.com.

Looking to perfect the art of smoking meat? You're in for a treat because with this infographic, you're halfway there! Master Smoking Meat With This Ultimate Guide Since we got into homesteading, one of my husband's favorite pastimes is smoking meat. For him, nothing compares to the amazing flavor and aroma of well-smoked food. While smoking requires a degree of skill and knowledge, it's absolutely doable. So let this amazing infographic from Life Hacker be your guide to smoking meat. image via lifehacker Cooking With Smoke How To Smoke On A Gas Or Charcoal Grill   How Does It Work? As wood smolders, smoke particles adhere to the food, leaving behind some flavor. Because every type of wood has a unique flavor, and burns differently, smoking is a hugely versatile cooking method.   How Is Smoking Different From Barbecuing Or Grilling? Smoking image via commons.wikimedia 52° – 140°F 1 hour to 2 weeks | 200° to 300° Several hours Grilling image via healtheconnect.bannerhealth 500°F Under an hour   Everything you need to know before you start #cooking with a cast iron skillet is right here: https://t.co/EDy1qrPIpa#Happy Homesteading ???? pic.twitter.com/1Q8Jje4z4C — Homesteading (@HomesteadingUSA) March 1, 2017   How To Smoke On A Charcoal Grill Tip: When using a rub or a brine, give meat at least six hours to marinate before you start cooking. Set an aluminum pan on one side of the char grill and fill it with liquid – it can be anything from water to beer or even apple juice. Next to the pan, lay lit coals with a piece of wood on top of the coals. Tip: Use natural hardwood charcoal, and do not use lighter fluid to start the charcoal, as it will give the meat a chemical flavor. Use a chimney starter instead. Set the cooking grill in its place and add your choice of meat. Lastly, close the lid and adjust the top vent to be about a quarter open.   How To Smoke On a Gas Grill image via cooking.stackexchange Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes. Before placing the wood chips, drain the excess water. Drop the soaked wood chips in the smoker box. Tip: Whether smoking on gas or charcoal, open the cooker’s lid as infrequently as possible. Doing so adds oxygen to the wood, increasing the temperature while releasing smoke. Close the smoker box and grill lid and wait for it to begin smoking. Once the grill is ready, adjust the flame to be on low/medium heat. Then, set meat over the unlit burners and close the lid. Tip: If your grill doesn’t come equipped with a smoker box, you can make one by using an aluminum pan and covering it with foil. Before placing your smoker box on the grill, poke holes in the foil for ventilation.   Choosing The Right Wood Oak | Flavor: Medium-heavy Burn: Hot and slow Color: Dark mahogany Common food pairings: Beef (Ribs/brisket/sausage); Lamb Hickory | Flavor:  Sweet and strong. Similar to bacon. Burn: Hot and slow Color: Dark mahogany Common food pairings: Pork (Ribs/butt/sausage); Beef (Ribs/brisket/sausage); Lamb Maple | Flavor:  Sweet and light Burn:  Hot and slow Color: Darkens meat Common food pairings:Beef (Ribs/brisket/sausage); Lamb; Poultry (Chicken/turkey/game birds) Pecan | Flavor:  Fruity and sweet Burn:  Slow and cool Color: Golden brown Common food pairings:Pork (Ribs/butt/sausage); Beef (Ribs/brisket/sausage) Tip: The sweetness of pecan can be overpowering. For a more balanced sweetness, mix it with a heavier wood. Mesquite image via mesquitewoodproducts Flavor:  Very strong Burn:  Hot and fast Color:  Red/pink-ish Common food pairings: Beef (Ribs/brisket/sausage); Lamb Cherry | Flavor: Light, fruity and sweet Burn: Hot and slow Color: Mahogany Common food pairings: Poultry (Chicken/turkey/game birds); Ham; Salmon (And other rich fish) Apple | Flavor:  Light, fruity and sweet Burn:  Hot and slow Color:  Red/pink-ish Common food pairings: Pork (Ribs/butt/sausage); Poultry (Chicken/turkey/game birds) Tip: Apple and cherry wood have similar flavor profiles to peach and alder, however alder burns cooler.   Choosing The Right Meat Good Cuts Tip: Purchase meat with the bone in. The bone absorbs heat and distributes it into the meat, leading to more even cooking. Pork: Ribs, Boston Butt Sausage (Pork or beef) | Beef: Ribs, brisket | Salmon image via smoking-meat   Bad Cuts Tip: Avoid lean cuts of meat, as the lack of fat and connective tissue can cause the meat to dry out during the slow cooking process. Pork Tenderloin image via eatlikenoone Chicken Breast | Beef Steaks | Tilapia image via thehealthyfish   Wasn't that so simple? That's all I have for now, my fellow homesteaders! Bear in mind that when there's smoke, there isn't fire, but incredible flavor!! Use these helpful guidelines and enjoy smoking meat for your friends and family! Will you give smoking meat a try this spring? Let us know in the comments below! Don’t have a smoker yet? Build one using a pallet! Check out how to build a homemade pallet smoker here! Check out this fire starter that is perfect for any Homesteader on-the-go. Grab it here for only $0.01!! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter!   Featured Image Via WiseGeek

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First it was the infamous Dark Cosmic Erasure Jhin chroma that clocked in at a hefty $200. Then there was the Faker Ahri skin, which, if you wanted the best version, would cost you $430. Now, to celebrate Arcane Season 2, Riot has announced that there's a new Jinx skin in the works, but it belongs to a brand-new tier of League of Legends cosmetics - Exalted. As you can imagine, the price point is pretty chunky, and it's going down as well as you'd expect. Continue reading League of Legends is getting a $250 Arcane skin, and it’s not going down well MORE FROM PCGAMESN: League of Legends ranks explained, League of Legends Mythic shop rotation, League of Legends tier list

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Hey buddy, maybe take a look around? | Image: Bluetti Bluetti has taken portable power to absurd levels with its new Handsfree Backpack Power Stations. They’re available in big or bigger versions depending on how long — and how much gear — you want to keep powered in the great outdoors. They’re primarily aimed at outdoor photographers, but Bluetti also thinks they’ll appeal to hikers, rock climbers, campers, adventurers, bikepackers, and motorcyclists... any nerd that wants to move beyond the cubicle with their gadgets. A side panel in the backpacks provides access to all the inputs and outputs without having to first remove the solar generator. Those ports can also be managed and monitored over Bluetooth from the Bluetti app. GIF: Bluetti You can carry a ton of gear... Continue reading…

The Orionid meteor shower will peak this week as Earth busts through a stream of meteoroids left in the inner solar system by the famous Halley's comet.