It tackles some really common issues all couples face on different levels, so even if your sex life is not necessarily at rock bottom, you may find the show still gives you an ah-ha moment.

Take the most recent episode where we meet a woman who struggles to communicate openly about sex and what she wants. She feels guilt and shame for being sexual because her mother was a preacher. Her mother isn't standing over her shoulder telling her she can't have a healthy sex life with her husband, but it obviously stands in her way.

Dr. Fran Walfish, relationship psychotherapist and author on the show's panel, explains to SheKnows that those feelings of guilt about sex come from messages we get early in our lives. "Most messages were not said blatantly, although some were. Most were observed indirectly and subtly absorbed by our parents' comfort level with their own nudity."

Every couple on the show can point their problems back to some emotion that they have learned to associate with sex, and Dr. Fran confirms that guilt, shame and fear are the three most common emotions that interfere with our sex lives. Next on that list: Stress. And now we can all let out a resounding "duh."

But, they don't have to define them. If you learn one thing from this show, it's how important healthy sex is to the foundation of a long-term relationship and if you're willing to, you can make your bedroom (or kitchen, or living room, or office) a really exciting place again.

First step to can't-stop-thinking-about-it sex? According to Dr. Walfish, give yourself permission to enjoy healthy, wonderful sex as an adult. Say it in the mirror every morning if you have to. And then follow these rules:

1. Your needs shouldn't be a dirty little secret you keep to yourself — know what works and talk honestly about it. This goes for both partners.

2. If you notice your sex life starting to struggle, don't wait until the sex is completely gone to admit there's a problem. Talk to a therapist if you need to.

3. When you talk about it, don't blame your spouse or accuse them of not giving you what you need. Use "I" instead of "you" — it goes back to that whole "treat people how you want to be treated" mantra.

4. Be accountable for your part of the equation. Many couples go on the show thinking they know the problem and it's his or her fault, but there is are always two sides to the story. It's a vicious circle of cause and effect. If you can get on the same side, you can begin to solve the issue.

5. Learn to be comfortable with asking for what you want, specifically.

6. Do other intimate things as a couple, like send romantic texts and even the cliché things like showering together or taking a bath with candles everywhere. Great sex trumps fire hazards, right?

7. Be careful about sharing your fantasies if there is risk they will put your partner down or make him/her jealous if they can't fulfill it for you. In some cases, it may be better to think your fantasy and you can still reap the benefits. For example, your husband will probably never be Chris Hemsworth. Sorry, you can't ask him to be a totally different person. But, you can imagine it.

8. And my personal favorite quote from Dr. Walsh: "Put your worries in a locked box and leave it outside the bedroom. If she’s worried about the kids she will not have an orgasm. When the stock market goes down, so does his erection. Free yourselves to enjoy the moment."

You can watch Sex Box Fridays at 10:00/9:00 p.m. Central.

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These lime sorbet leprechaun floats are perfect for adults but even better for the little ones to drink on this green day. Lime sorbet or sherbet is scooped into Mason jars (or use tall glasses), then topped off with citrus lemon-lime soda and fresh lime wedges for garnish. These frozen, frosty drinks are even more fun if you can find cute little St. Paddy's Day garnishes, such as shamrocks, clovers or little leprechauns.

Leprechaun lime floats recipe

This frosty drink uses lime sorbet and fizzy lemon-lime soda in this nonalcoholic, kid-friendly drink idea for your Irish or St. Patrick's Day celebrations.

Yields 4

Total time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 4 clean Mason jars or glasses
• 1 pint lime sorbet or sherbet
• Lemon-lime soda, such as Sprite or 7UP
• Fresh lime wedges
• 4 straws
• Fun St. Patrick's Day garnishes (optional)

Directions:

1. Divide the lime sorbet or sherbet into each glass.
2. Pour the lemon-lime soda over the top, being careful to not overflow the glasses.
3. Top with fresh lime wedges, and add a straw.
4. Decorate with fun St. Patrick's Day garnishes, if desired.
5. Serve immediately.

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Remember that this list is only of the places your dog may be allowed. Even places that do allow pets will usually have rules about the circumstances, so it pays to check those out before you go. For example, many of them won't allow dogs classified as a bully breed, regardless of the canine's personality.

They may also require that dogs be up-to-date on their shots, be leashed or muzzled or any number of safety precautions. Don't be upset if they ask you to leash them or ask your pooch to leave. My little bombastic mess of a Jack Russell-Chihuahua mix has to be locked in a carrier — and that's at his vet's office!

Pet stores

With the number of big-box pet stores offering services like veterinary care, training, doggy day care and more, this is no surprise, but do make note that you need to see what the rules are before rolling in with Rover.

1. Pet Supplies Plus

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This is Violet's first trip to Pet Supplies Plus. Alright! Alright! You can have another bacon treat.

2. PetSmart

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Læta just graduated from PetSmart and plans to sit for the bar early next year.

Home improvement stores

Because of their wide concrete aisles, it's not uncommon for home improvement stores to allow dogs on leashes, but it varies from area to area, so check first. The policy isn't nationwide, and stores may only allow dogs during certain (less busy) hours during the day.

3. Home Depot

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Methinks somebody's pouting because it just found out there are no hydrants in the fire extinguisher section.

4. Lowe's

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Wait. What? Invisible fencing?

5. Tractor Supply Co.

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This little guy is receiving a check for a cool $5K for second place in the Rescue Your Rescue photo contest hosted by Tractor Supply Co.

Outdoor malls and individual stores

It's not uncommon for outdoor malls to allow you to take your pets around outside if they're well-behaved (and you have a good stock of poop baggies at your disposal). But it's up to the individual stores to decide if animals are allowed in their establishments. I heard a rumor you can carry your small dogs in your purse on Rodeo Dr. so long as they're wearing their diamond-encrusted collars, but I'm not sure how reliable Paris Hilton my source is about that.

6. Barnes & Noble

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The Marmaduke book signing always brings them out by the stroller-ful.

7. Pottery Barn

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While they encourage you to try out the floor models to make sure you're comfortable with the purchases you make before you buy, most home furnishing stores prefer that you leave your clothes on, unless you're a four-legged family member.

8. Apple Store

Most of the Apple Stores I've been in have allowed at least small-breed dogs, though I've seen associates request that owners carry their dogs when there's a lot of foot traffic.

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Taking advantage of the new Ewoks for iPhones trade-in program at the Apple Store in Vancouver.

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Waiting in line for the new iPhone 6 Plus. Finally, an iPhone for these big paws.

9. Macy's

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How much is that puppy in the window? Literally, take my money right now. (You win this time, Macy's.)

10. Ikea

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The blue zone is for loading and unloading only. Ikea may not let you walk around the store with your pet, but it gives you a place to park ‘em. Kid parking is just inside the front doors.

11. Starbucks

Most Starbucks are probably only going to let dogs on the patio since it serves food.

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This guy is just worthless before he gets his morning triple, venti, half-sweet, nonfat caramel macchiato.

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Paper tube shamrock

Supplies:

• Empty toilet paper or paper towel tube
• Green paint
• Paper plate
• Paper
• Paintbrush

Directions:

1. Pour some green paint out on a paper plate.
2. Fold the empty paper tube to create a heart shape, as shown in the picture.
3. Dip the end of the paper tube in the green paint.
4. Use the paper tube like a stamp to stamp the heart shape on the paper 4 times to create the shamrock.
5. Use a paintbrush to paint a stem for the shamrock.

Wine cork shamrock

Supplies:

• Wine cork
• Paper plate
• Green paint
• Paper

Directions:

1. Dip the end of the wine cork in the green paint.
2. Use the end of the wine cork to stamp the leaves of the shamrock.
3. Use the edge of the wine cork to paint a stem on the shamrock.

Pipe cleaner shamrock

Supplies:

• Pipe cleaners
• Glue
• Green glitter
• Paper

Directions:

1. Bend the end of the pipe cleaner into the shape of a heart. Twist the rest of the pipe cleaner together to make a handle.
2. Use the pipe cleaner as a stamp by dipping it in the glue and stamping 4 hearts on the paper.
3. Sprinkle the glue with green glitter.
4. Shake away the excess glitter and allow it to dry.

Apple print shamrock

Supplies:

• Apple
• Knife
• Green paint
• Paintbrush
• Paper

Directions:

1. Cut an apple in half.
2. Paint the flat side of the apple with green paint.
3. Stamp the apple 4 times on a piece of paper to make the shamrock.
4. Use the paintbrush to paint the stem of the shamrock.

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But am I really missing out? The In-N-Out Burger phenomenon is spreading. Since the first-ever drive-thru hamburger stand opened in California in 1948, In-N-Out has exploded. In-N-Out opened its 300th store in Anaheim, California, in January 2015, with existing locations throughout California and in Arizona, Nevada, Texas and Utah.

As someone living deep in the heart of Texas, I know that these new In-N-Out Burger chains have made the locals go crazy. Facebook buzz tells me that a two-hour drive-thru wait, with a line wrapping around the parking lot, is nothing out of the ordinary. I ask again: Is it really worth it?

One Redditor sparked this topic of conversation when he posted that he tried In-N-Out for the first time while visiting California. Some posters swore by In-N-Out for every meal, and others just weren't buying it. More than 2,000 comments later, and here's what Reddit had to say about the famous In-N-Out Burger:

1. Australians are not impressed

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What do non-Americans think of this fast-food craze? In a word: disappointment. "I was in California visiting from Australia, and I tried In-N-Out because everybody raves about how good it is, and I left disappointed."

2. Be realistic

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Lower your expectations, and you're going to enjoy your burger much, much more. "In-N-Out is great for cheap and quality burgers. They should be described as solid instead of amazing. Same as any fast food."

3. Don't even think about animal style

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Whenever you hear In-N-Out, you hear "animal style" as the only way to order your burger. One unhappy diner has a different take — he recommends saving your cash instead of making the upgrade: "The burger was bland, the cheese was gummy and the fries had a very off-putting texture. I ordered my burger and fries 'animal style' the second time I went, which just means they put cheese and grilled onions on them. Animal style was even worse, and I paid an extra like $3 for it!"

4. Hold the fries

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In-N-Out burgers may be great, but the fries are questionable, according to one Redditor: "I do not understand In-N-Out. The burgers are ok, the fries are like chalk." Another poster adds: "Their fries were terrible. I am talking about literally some of the worst fries in the world."

5. Hold the salt

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The word on the street is that In-N-Out produces some of the best fast food in the biz, but one Redditor disagrees: "I tried it a few years ago. I got a burger animal style, and I thought it was way too salty."

6. It's just fast food

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One local Californian believes that the In-N-Out obsession has gone way too far: "I don't 'get' the raving fans either. In-N-Out make really good burgers for a fast food joint. But that's it; they're really good when judging from the standpoint of other fast food joints. There's plenty of places that make better burgers than In-N-Out."

7. Jack is better

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If you would rather have Jack in the Box than In-N-Out, that's saying something: "I've always thought In-N-Out was overrated. I know I'll catch a lot of flak for this, but I'd rather take an Ultimate Cheeseburger with Bacon from Jack-in-the-Box any day."

8. No contest between In-N-Out and Whataburger

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If there's one thing that stands out about Texans, it's their unshakable loyalty to Whataburger: "You don't debate Whataburger; you just enjoy their delicious burgers, which are far superior to any other burger."

9. Not the Holy Grail

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Another Redditor says, "It's way better than most fast food joints to be sure and a great value, but it's not the Holy Grail of burgers."

10. Too much hype

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The most common theme among commenters was that In-N-Out had some big shoes to fill. For most diners, reality didn't live up to the dream. "Yeah, it was good fast food; don't get me wrong. It had just been talked up so much, I was expecting a hot burger joint, and it failed to live up to the hype."

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This dish is a simple pancake recipe packed full of Lucky Charms, topped with sweet marshmallow whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce. This is a totally over-the-top but totally necessary breakfast mashup.

Lucky Charms pancake recipe

No more plain pancakes in this house! These babies are packed full of crunchy marshmallows and Lucky Charms cereal and are topped with a fluffy marshmallow whipped cream.

Serves 4

Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 30 minutes | Total time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• Pinch kosher salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups Lucky Charms cereal
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, very cold
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup miniature marshmallows
• Chocolate sauce, for topping

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder and kosher salt.
2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, egg and vegetable oil.
3. Pour the liquid mixture into the middle of the flour mixture, and stir to combine.
4. Heat up a nonstick griddle, and add 1/3 cup of batter per pancake to it.
5. Sprinkle the Lucky Charms on top of the pancakes, and flip when the undersides are golden brown. Cook until the other sides are also golden brown.
6. Continue until all pancakes have been fully cooked.
7. To a bowl of an electric mixer, add the heavy cream. Beat on high speed until it just becomes fluffy.
8. Add in the powdered sugar, and continue whipping until fluffy.
9. Fold in the marshmallows, and keep cold until ready to use.
10. To serve, top the pancakes with the whipped cream, and drizzle with chocolate sauce.

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While it’s true that most of the cats on this list inherited their wealth from a handful of cuckoo benefactors, one cat on this list is a self-made millionaire. Yes, as if being a cat lounging around, napping and knocking stuff off counters wasn’t a great enough gig, these kitties have upped the ante big time.

Tinker ($160,000)

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Tinker is a tomcat that was a stray until he was found and loved by an old lady, Margaret Layne, who left Tinker with a home in North London and a trust fund when she died. Layne designated her neighbors Ann and Eugene Wheatley as Tinker’s caretakers and trustees. They drop off regular deliveries of fish, meat and milk to keep the kitty satisfied.

But there’s a catch. Tinker loses the $800,000 house should he wander off. Sounds like this stray better stay put for good.

Tommaso ($13 million)

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Tommaso looks like an everyday black, stray cat, but don’t let his looks fool you — this is one rich cat. Tommaso was taken in by Maria Assunta in Milan, Italy, and upon her death in late 2011, she left her $13 million estate to the cat. Unfortunately, Italian law doesn’t allow the cat to hold wealth and property, so the estate — and the cat — were handed over to a nurse who had taken care of Assunta.

Blackie ($25 million)

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Blackie was lucky enough to befriend Ben Rea, who left the cat a $25 million fortune when he died. Featured in the Guiness Book of World Records as the world’s richest cat, no one seems to know where Blackie is today. Probably in a bungalow on a private island with the world’s largest pile of cat nip. I hope you're having a blast wherever you are, Blackie.

Tardar Sauce, a.k.a. Grumpy Cat ($100 million)

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After a picture of Tardar Sauce was posted on Reddit, the feline in a perpetual foul mood, now billed as "Grumpy Cat," became an overnight sensation. The cat, from humble beginnings in Morrison, Arizona, has gone on to become a big star — and big earner.

Grumpy Cat’s owner, Tabatha Bundesen, was once working as a waitress and is now in control of what is rumored to be Grumpy Cat’s $100 million fortune. While Tabatha says that number is way off the mark, Grumpy Cat is reported to have earned more in the past couple of years than Hollywood heavyweights Nicole Kidman and Cameron Diaz when you add up the book deals, TV appearances and the deal to be Friskies spokescat.

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As a mom who is, ahem, not super cool and single, there's nothing I find more adorable than kids in costume. Maybe I don't get out much, or maybe these kids really are that cute. To get you in the Irish spirit, here are 12 irresistible lads and lasses dressed up for St. Patrick's Day.

1. Kiss me, I'm Irish

And all the little leprechauns said, "Aw."

2. I'm a leprechaun!

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I'll think of this little dude the next time I have nightmares about the early '90s Leprechaun movie that scarred me for life. (Etsy, $38)

3. Irish twins

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I know many people don't appreciate the term, but you have to admit, these "Irish twins" are too cute for words. (Etsy, $40)

4. Luck o' the Irish

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This super-cute, handmade felt leprechaun costume for a March birthday is worth every doubloon. (Etsy, $68)

5. Mama's lucky charm

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You're right — they're probably after your lucky charms if they're this cute. (Etsy, $28)

6. Mean in green

He nailed the dapper little leprechaun look, and he's only 18 days old.

7. My first St. Patrick's Day

Baby's first St. Patrick's Day has never looked so cute.

8. O.G. leprechaun

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This "Original Gangster" leprechaun is who I really want to see on the Lucky Charms box.

9. Pinch me

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He's wearing green, but I'm going to pinch his widdle cheeks anyway. (Love It So Much, $50)

10. Pot o' gold at the end of the rainbow

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At the end of every rainbow is a pot of gold… with an adorable baby inside. (Etsy, $10) 

11. Shamrock sweetie

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Ten points for getting your kid to wear a beard and to sit still for a picture. Now that's luck. (Love It So Much, $65)

12. Top o' the morning to ya

I'll assume this wee little Irishman is a leprechaun on his day off. Look me in the eye and tell me that this isn't the cutest thing you've seen all week.

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Netflix is the entertainment equivalent of a buffet

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TV shows, movies, documentaries and children's programming — Netflix will give you access to thousands and thousands of hours worth of content. Perhaps the best thing about the streaming service is that if you like a show, or are interested in watching a show you may not have seen before, Netflix will give you access to the entire series.

But just like the food at the buffet expires, so do the offerings on Netflix

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Netflix doesn't give you access to every movie or TV show its ever had in its arsenal at the same time. Movies and TV shows are available for a certain period of time before they expire, making way for a new batch of movies and TV shows that then become available to viewers. But don't worry, everything that is available at any one time is still more than you could ever manage to watch in one lifetime.

Netflix is for serious binge-watchers

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Netflix might even be the reason the term "binge-watching" exists. If you only slightly dabble in binge-watching or have an attention span that means you can really only watch one movie or one episode of a show at a time, then Netflix might be a little wasted on you and you might consider spending your money elsewhere. But if you are someone who not only can, but needs to, down at least one season of Friends per day, then the charm and magic of Netflix will not at all be lost on you. Which leads me to my next point...

Acquiring Netflix may lead to a feeling that you never want to leave the house

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Or shower, or brush your hair, or wear something other than pyjamas. And that's okay, because who needs to live an actual life when you can do it vicariously through the characters Netflix will bring into your home all day long?

Netflix means nothing for you in terms of Game of Thrones

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Netflix does not have Game of Thrones. It's about the only thing Netflix doesn't have, so you'll either need to continue with your Foxtel subscription to legitimately watch the show when it airs in the U.S., or you'll need to continue doing whatever illegitimate things you've been doing to get access to it.

Regular television = Toyota Camry; Netflix = Aston Martin

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Netflix is where it's at, people! Netflix is the much slicker car with all the gadgets; it's the cool avant-garde cousin of regular television; it's the Ryan Atwood of TV subscriptions — brooding, a little dangerous and with more depth than is obvious on the surface. Plus, with so many available viewing options, Netflix can actually be whoever you want it to be. If you want to be one of the cool kids, then you need Netflix.

You will need an internet connection

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Netflix operates via a broadband connection, so if you live in an area where trying to get even basic ADSL is proving to be a nightmare, you can add missing out on Netflix to the list of possibilities a lack of internet connection is depriving you of. The good news for iiNet customers is that any content streamed on Netflix won't count towards your monthly data cap.

Acquiring Netflix will give you access to all of these new buzzed-about shows

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Tina Fey's new show, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, just made its debut on Netflix in the U.S. and it is a complete hoot, so you should definitely be putting that one on your must-watch list. Other shows that are gaining a lot of traction and that are being hotly anticipated include Bloodline, Daredevil, Grace and Frankie, BoJack Horseman and Sense8. If you want discussion fodder for any networking event you have to attend, then you need to be watching these shows and you'll never have to make small talk about the weather again.

Plus, it will give you access to these already-established, yet still buzzed-about shows

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House of Cards and Orange Is the New Black — if you haven't heard of these shows, then I must ask how you decorate that rock you've been living under. Netflix gave birth to these shows, which are dominating water cooler talk and award nominations. While House of Cards released its third season last month, OITNB will air its third season in its entirety on Netflix come June 12.

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1. It warms you up

A thick bowl of soup is certainly heartwarming. If you struggle to stay comfortable in cool weather, though, the trick to warm fingers and toes might lie in a bowl of soup. According to nutritionists, hot soup can increase your core body temperature to warm you from the inside out.

2. Cook it and forget it

Unlike many entrees, a hearty soup is one of the few main courses that will allow you to toss its ingredients into a dutch oven and walk away until dinnertime.

3. Satisfaction guaranteed

The high water content of soup means that it can satisfy your appetite in a healthy and hydrating way. According to a study cited on BBC News, people who are well hydrated with soups are more satisfied with their meals and less likely to consume unnecessary calories when they eat.

4. Soup improves veggie tolerance for youngsters

A study out of The Netherlands found that toddlers who were given veggie- and herb-packed soups for seven weeks showed an improved tolerance for vegetables of all kinds, when compared with toddlers who didn't eat soup. Take that, youngsters.

5. It reduces aches and pains

Chicken soup can't exactly make an illness go away, but there's a reason why it's known as a natural home remedy during cold and flu season. The Mayo Clinic states that chicken soup works as an anti-inflammatory, and it can clear up mucus, too. The result, of course, is the alleviation of nasty symptoms.

6. Vitamins and minerals don't disappear

Unlike other methods for cooking, soups retain the vitamins and minerals of cooked vegetables, because you don't dispose of the water when you're done. That vitamin-packed water just becomes part of the savory and delicious broth.

7. It's hard to mess up

Do you struggle to pull off a palatable meal each evening? Soups are notoriously difficult meals to mess up. If you're not pleased with your first attempts, just add more of something, and it'll turn out fine.

8. Easily low fat and high fiber

Unless you go for a cream-based soup, most soups are full of beans, lean meats and vegetables. All of these ingredients are known for their low-fat and high-fiber composition, which makes soup a wonderfully healthy meal option.

9. Soup is a veggie vehicle

Since ratios and measurements aren't a strict science for soup recipes, you can play around with adding vegetables to the meal. Puree squash and root vegetables into your soup for a creamier and heartier version, without added fat or unnecessary calories.

10. Its aroma fills your home

Is there anything better than the aroma of savory herbs and veggies filling your home in winter? Nope.

11. Simple to freeze and reheat

As if you're not yet convinced, soups transition well from the stove to the freezer and the microwave. Make a giant pot of soup one evening, and you can turn it into a tasty lunch for days to come.

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Sure, grabbing a few cans of broth when shopping is quick, but did you know that homemade versions are just as easy to prepare? Using basic everyday ingredients such as fresh herbs, chicken, beef, seafood and even spices can magically turn just about anything you have into a delicious, healthy homemade broth.

Here are several super-easy ideas for getting your own broths going. Try using these in casseroles, to replace water when cooking rice, to simmer vegetables or as just a base for a really great soup recipe. The possibilities are endless.

Tips for a great broth

Start with a large stock pot or soup pot for making your broths.

Use the best quality ingredients you can find. Place your meat, poultry, seafood, etc. in the pot along with all of your vegetables. I like to give my veggies a rough chop and keep them on the chunky side. For my favorite broth, I tend to use one medium to large onion, several stalks of celery and three or four carrots.

If you're a garlic lover like me, toss in four or five fresh cloves of garlic. Gently smash them to break them open and ensure that yummy flavor is infused into your broth. Add all of your fresh herbs and seasonings to the pot and cover all of the ingredients with water. Give it a quick stir then cover the pot and simmer on medium-low heat for about an hour.

Once it's cooked, use a fine metal strainer to remove any leftover bits of bone, meat or veggies.

That's how simple it is to make your very own broth!

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Weekly love horoscopes: March 16-22

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Now you know what a square peg feels like when it’s being forced into a round hole. On March 16, Uranus and Pluto form their final square, and it will bring to an end a journey that began in June 2012. Part of you will be appalled that you are seriously considering walking out on everything you’ve built, while another part of you feels that if you don’t get off the bus that you know is heading in the wrong direction, then you never will. Which side will win? The one that wants to be true to herself, of course.

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It must feel strange to find yourself back where you began two years ago. Yet the funny thing is, life couldn’t be more different. This is the weird thing about Uranian energy. Known as the planet of revolution and change, people often equate Uranian energy to the overthrow of old and oppressive structures. However, the word "revolution" can also refer to the full turn of a wheel, and this is what you’re experiencing. You’ve come full circle in your life, and the result is a more fulfilling relationship, secure job and happier home to show for it.

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You’re playing for high stakes in your career, and developments this week could bring that break in the glass ceiling you’ve been praying for. You’re absolutely right to push for everything you want and to not take no for an answer. It’s a rare occasion when you have backers in your corner and critics on the run. Yet you may have to deal with something troubling regarding your reputation on March 18 when Mercury conjoins Neptune. Yes, it’s probably a setup, but you still want to come forward with anything that’s questionable. Nothing attracts attention like a cover-up.

Up next: Cancer horoscope

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You are finally in a place where you can call the shots. Jupiter taking up residence in your solar house of finances shows that you have fattened your purse to the extent that you are no longer indebted (or beholden) to anyone. Now the stars aren’t saying you should go crazy, but you can start dictating terms to a boss or client. Be forthright about your professional interests, and know that if you still don’t get any satisfaction, then you can resign your position and go somewhere else where you will surely be appreciated and amply rewarded.

Up next: Leo horoscope

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It’s amazing how much has changed. If someone had told you six months ago that you’d be where you are today, you’d never have believed it. You’re finally getting the praise, recognition and money that you deserve. But it’s important to remember at times like this that the real work is just beginning. You’ll be expected to adhere to a higher standard and to deliver again and again. It seems intimidating, but think of your ruling planet, the Sun. Doesn’t the Sun always rise on a new day? Well, if it can do that, then so can you!

Up next: Virgo horoscope

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The more you probe, the more the manufactured excuses and hastily put-together explanations fall apart. Part of you may want to turn around and go back the way you came, but you’re a Virgo. Once begun, you will follow a line of inquiry to its inevitable conclusion. Agatha Christie, the great mystery writer, was a Virgo. And like Hercule Poirot or Miss Marple, you should never assume that you know the full story until all the clues fit seamlessly into place. There will be many twists and turns, but you will learn the truth by March 30.

Up next: Libra horoscope

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You know that you aren’t a boss' or client's favorite, but you’re not exactly the bane to his existence either. You lie somewhere in between, and perhaps it’s this neither-here-nor-there status that prompts you to issue an ultimatum on March 20. If you’re going to have that conversation about your career and your future, then do it in a straightforward manner so that you say the things that need to be said. You’ll probably spend the weekend regretting everything you did, but come Monday you may be surprised by his sincere and conciliatory response.

Up next: Scorpio horoscope

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You appear to be on a roll at work. This is good because the past few years weren’t easy. Rest assured that you are on the other side of a very rough patch, and you don’t need to prove anything to anyone. Unfortunately, being a Scorpio, you still feel like you do. Understand that nobody’s questioning your talent or abilities. They were sold on that long ago. What they are questioning, however, is whether you fit in with the company style. This is where listening and learning will get you further than trotting out the dog-and-pony show.

Up next: Sagittarius horoscope

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Expect big changes pertaining to your hearth and home on March 20. There’s been a lot of confusion in this area of your life for months. You may be in a relationship where you’re together but not married, involved in a living situation where you rent but don’t own or you may have grown disenchanted with your marriage and are looking for a way out. In any case, the fence sitting is over. Either you put down roots or you pull up stakes and move on. It’s time that you felt at home in your home again.

Up next: Capricorn horoscope

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Uranus and Pluto form their last square on March 16. This brings to an end a cycle that began in 2012 when you suffered a significant loss in your life. You might have lost your job, your status or someone close. Pluto is the planet of ordeals, but it is also the planet of transformations that arise from them. You’ve undoubtedly gone through hell and high water regarding a family or property matter, but now you’re entering a time when you will see some kind of resolution or redemption. Pluto always rewards those who brave its trials.

Up next: Aquarius horoscope

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"Psyche" means "soul." It’s also the Greek word for "butterfly." Each of us carries a soul inside our bodies like a caterpillar harbors a butterfly. At some point there’s a dramatic transformation, a natural evolution when you leave behind the old you and step into the new. That’s been the story of your life for the past two years. On March 16, Uranus and Pluto will form their final square, and this is when you will emerge from your cocoon — a fully realized you. Free of old burdens and expectations, you can finally spread your wings and fly.

Up next: Pisces horoscope

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The solar eclipse at 29 degrees Pisces on March 20 is going to have an especially powerful impact on you. You may not see the effect right away. Ancient astrologers often said that it takes a year for an eclipse to play out. However, the 29th degree of a sign is also known as the radical degree in astrology, so expect extraordinary changes in the areas of self-image, home, relationship and career. This will undoubtedly shake things up, but the eclipse will also set you on the life path you know you should have been traveling all along.

As well as man candy, there's always the styled perfection that is Osher Günsberg's hair, which, let's face it, should have a television show all to itself. But in all seriousness, the Bachelor is usually an absolute spunk, and it looks like the program has delivered in the looks department this year, too.

So who is he? And why is he such a catch? Well, let's get to know him, shall we? Australia's latest Bachelor is a handsome chap by the name of Sam Wood and here are 10 reasons why you'd definitely bring this guy home to mum.

1. He's from the Tasmania, which means he's probably got that small-town charm about him.

2. He's a personal trainer, which, apart from killer abs, probably means he's really into his food and has a massive appetite. Cue home-cooked meals with the family.

3. Wood loves kids! He's even the founder of Gecko Kids, which is a company that promotes health and fitness for kids. Are your ovaries singing yet?

4. If the folks want to make sure your man has a decent job, you can tell them that Wood isn't just a businessman, he's an entrepreneur with more than 35 kids' activity centres around the country. "My passion continues with the love I have for owning my own business. With an entrepreneurial father in the hospitality industry, I think business was something I was destined to do," Woods said. Swoon.

5. He seems open about his emotions. Bless! "Being the Bachelor is a real privilege and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I plan on embracing the experience with an open mind, while wearing my heart on my sleeve," Wood said about the new role.

6. Wood appears as confident as they come, but not in a cocky way. He shouldn't have too much trouble in front of the camera during The Bachelor, either, because he's already featured in some Swisse promotional videos.

7. The man wears his heart on his sleeve. "Ultimately I'm searching for the love of my life. I'm going to throw myself into the adventure and I'm prepared to have the absolute time of my life," Woods said.

8. Even Osher thinks he's the best thing since sliced bread, saying Woods is "the kind of guy any man would want to be mates with." I can sense a bromance coming on.

9. Did we mention he loves kids?

10. And he's a babe?

What do you think about the new Bachelor? Would you bring him home to Mum?

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This is going to be a crazed week for you. You won’t know if you’re breaking up or making up half the time. You’ll be so off-again, on-again that you could even meet to break up with him twice in a row simply because you forgot you already did. Unfortunately, go-to stress relievers — like running and yoga — won’t be of much help because the lunar energy will make you so agitated. You won’t be able to sit still or to be around people. Thankfully things settle down by the 31st. That’s when you’ll collapse into an exhausted heap.

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On March 17, your ruling planet Venus enters Taurus. This is when you’ll experience a drop in stress levels. You’ll go from crazed and tweaked out to no more worries and no more anxieties over things you can’t control. Venus in your sign is like slipping into a luxurious bubble bath. The pressing concerns and responsibilities may still be there, but the difference is you just don’t care. And the fact that you have someone special to share that bubble bath with may have something to do with it. Venus is in Taurus from March 17 to April 11.

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The solar eclipse on March 20 could bring someone into your life and in the most startling way. You know how they say that love shows up when you’re not looking? Well, you certainly haven’t been looking which is why this will be so complicated and seemingly ill timed. Either you’re already spoken for or he is. Thankfully it can take up to a year for a solar eclipse energy to play out which means that you’ve got options. Just because you don’t run away together this week doesn’t mean you can’t revisit this decision in March 2016.

Next: Cancer horoscope

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They say the only person you can change is yourself. It’s a truism you know is right but didn’t want to acknowledge. Probably because you believe you belong together and that given time he’d eventually see the light. Well, the crazy thing is that over the past two years, you’re the one who’s changed while he’s stayed the same. This will become evident on March 16 when Uranus and Pluto form their seventh and final square in the sky. Suddenly it won’t matter what he really thinks because you’ve outgrown him and you’re ready for something completely different.

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Success is thrilling. There’s no doubt about it. But it can also be treacherous, which is why you want to guard against too much praise and attention going to your head. It can create a false sense of importance and privilege. This is something that will come to light on Friday and Saturday when you will feel like your partner is trying to clip your wings. Yes, he may feel threatened by your recent popularity, but he’s also looking out for you. It’s why you turn to him for love, support and the daily reality fact check sheet.

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A solar eclipse at the 29th degree in Pisces presages big changes to come in your relationship. If you’re single, you won’t be for long. By the end of the year, you will be firmly ensconced in a relationship. Already seeing someone? Then you can expect him to put a ring on it soon. And if you’re married, then you could be looking at an addition to the family or a move to another location. This will challenge your autonomy but the solar eclipse is aimed at getting you to open up and bond in ways you never have before.

Next: Libra horoscope

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This is the make or break time in your relationship. If you’re going to go, then March 11 is the day to do it. The stars are practically pushing you out the door. But if you decide to stay, then you will have to accept things for what they are. He can only give you what he can give you and that will have to be enough. It may sound like you’re settling for something beneath you, but you’re not. If anything you may finally be seeing the beauty in what he has to offer you.

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Peace-loving Venus enters Taurus on March 17. This introduces a much-needed period of calm after weeks of conflict. Fighting is important for the health of a relationship. You have to be able to disagree, to express discontent and to argue for what you want without fear of the other person leaving. But you also have to know when enough is enough and to extend the olive branch even if you don’t get your way. It’s something you do when you share your life with somebody. Venus will be in Taurus from March 17 to April 11.

Next: Sagittarius horoscope

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Don’t be surprised if the guy you go to the party with on Friday night isn’t the same one you wake up next to on Saturday morning. That’s because the solar eclipse followed by lunar occultations to Uranus and Mars in that part of your solar horoscope that pertains to matters of the heart is as volatile as it is unpredictable. Evidently there’s a part of you that’s looking to escape your current relationship even though you will want to deny it. Perhaps this is a signal from your subconscious to wake up and smell the coffee.

Next: Capricorn horoscope

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For weeks, you warned a loved one that his behavior would get him into trouble. Maybe it was negligence about a certain matter, a belief that he was somehow exempt from the rules that apply to others or simply a devil-may-care attitude. In any case, the moon occult Uranus and then Mars on March 21 will shake things up and prove that your concerns were right. You won’t be too happy about the pain that this will cause, but it will also reverse a negative trend. This will prove to be a godsend in weeks to come.

Next: Aquarius horoscope

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You’ve spent the last couple of years pushing your way up the ladder of success. You got most of what you wanted, but it’s still taken a toll on you both physically and psychically. Thankfully you’re entering a period when you can spend more time with the people you love. Venus will enter that part of your solar chart that pertains to hearth and home on March 14. Over the next 3-1/2 weeks you’ll be getting back in touch with your inner domestic goddess. This will be an epiphany for both you and the ones you care about.

Next: Pisces horoscope

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You were born under the zodiac sign of the fish. You swim deeper than most and you’re completely at home gliding along the undercurrents of love. Things aren’t compartmentalized for you. You can transition from feeling to feeling and you don’t need labels. As you can imagine, this isn’t the way that most people fall in love. A lot of them tend to stay closer to the surface and near the shallows. This would be a good time to remember that just because he can’t plumb the depths doesn’t mean that he doesn’t love you just the same.

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Each of these alternatives to spaghetti will leave you wondering what took you so long to discover them. Pick one to try, and don't be afraid to get your twirl on.

1. Spaghetti squash

Once cooked and scraped with a fork, the insides of spaghetti squash might fool you for the real deal (it's low carb and naturally gluten free, too). These veggie strands are great to serve with a lighter sauce, shrimp and all sorts of cheese. Try this recipe for spicy shrimp and spaghetti squash with Gorgonzola.

2. Quinoa pasta

Great for those who follow a gluten-free diet. Sub this pasta (which comes in all shapes and sizes) for any recipe that calls for traditional spaghetti. Give this recipe for quinoa pasta with creamy vegetable sauce a twirl.

3. Shirataki noodles

One reason shirataki noodles might appeal to you is that they have no carbs. They're slightly chewy, so they provide good texture, especially in dishes like this one for sesame noodles.

4. Brown rice noodles

Brown rice noodles are perfect for Asian-inspired sauces and piled high with veggies. Bonus: there is no gluten in these strands, and they're high in protein. Try this one-pan recipe for stir-fried vegetables with brown rice noodles. It's colorful, flavorful and easy to get on the table.

5. Black bean spaghetti

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Turn black bean noodles into a dish with a decidedly Southwestern feel. This recipe from Snixy Kitchen for Southwestern black bean spaghetti with skinny avocado crema sounds like the best of both worlds.

6. Soba noodles

These strands are made with buckwheat flour and have a nutty flavor to them. You can find them fresh or dried (the dried variety looks like flat spaghetti). You'll love this recipe for spicy soba noodles with kale and shiitake mushrooms. It includes tons of veggies and a soy sauce with spicy Sriracha.

7. Zucchini

Zucchini is another veggie that makes a nice low-carb and naturally gluten-free alternative to spaghetti. Use a spiral slicer to transform zucchini into spaghetti strands. If you don't have spiral slicer, use a veggie peeler to slice the zucchini into fettuccini-like strands. Serve with red sauce. This recipe for roasted tomato Bolognese sauce over zucchini noodles makes a delicious, veggie-packed dinner.

8. Sweet potato noodles

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Although these noodles are clear when cooked, they're made from sweet potatoes — actually the starch from sweet potatoes. Enjoy this recipe for vegetarian japchae (Korean stir-fried sweet potato noodles) from MJ and Hungryman for a surprising taste we know you'll love.

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I'm not the only one who's grappled with the thought of tattoo remorse. According to consumer watchdog, Choice, more than a quarter of Australians under 30 have ink, but not all of them stay excited about their tattoo choices in the long run. One in three Australians reportedly regret their ink choices completely.

Misspelt words, ex-partner's names and pop culture tattoos have got to be some of the most regretted pieces of ink going round.

Before you go and get your body painted with that buzzing needle, keep these things in mind and do without the tattoo remorse.

If you are going to go down the pop culture route, then keep it simple:

If your tattoo is a word or a sentence, double and triple check that the spelling is correct:

If you are going to get a tattoo inspired by a partner, make sure you're married first. Or, to be extra safe, make it to your 10-year anniversary before you get any ink:

Tattoos that signify something life-affirming, like battling an illness or beating breast cancer, are always something you're going to be proud of:

Memorial tattoos like this one, where a dad had his son's last drawing tattooed onto his arm, are nothing short of beautiful:

These parents got a birthmark tattoo to make sure their little girl didn't feel so different. How could you ever regret a tattoo like that?

Do you have a tattoo you want to share with us? Let us know all about it in the comments section below.

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When Perth dad, Jace Larke, the sole breadwinner of the family, was offered a fly-in, fly-out role as an electrician in Queensland, it was a no-brainer. Even if that meant he'd potentially miss the birth of his new baby.

His wife, Alison, was expecting their third child and the new role coincided with the tail end of her pregnancy.

"Jace being the sole breadwinner, we were worried if he had put his hand up and asked for indefinite time off, with the contract coming to a close, they would have said don't bother," Alison told Fairfax Media.

"A lot of people are being laid off... that's the reality," she said.

Unfortunately, Jace was indeed away from home when his wife went into labour. But that didn't mean he wasn't going to be present for the birth. Thanks to a 360-degree camera set up in the birthing suite and a headset provided to Jace in Queensland, the family was able to come together, albeit digitally, during the first moments of their son's life.

"To me, that camera was Jace, and that was my link to him in Queensland to share that special moment," Alison said.

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So often we hear about how technology is negatively impacting relationships and families, so it's wonderful to know that there are some feel-good stories out there, too, and we found a few more ways technology can have a positive impact on the family.

This family proved that some hate mail on social media can actually bring a family closer together:

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Come on, how can you say technology isn't bringing people together? Just check out this adorable family if you don't quite believe it yet:

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And we can hardly forget YouTube sensation, the Holderness family. This family is brought together by their love of silly family videos.

Video: The Holderness Family

What do you think? Is technology adding to your family relationships? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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I'm talking scandal, money and shirtless hotties, of course. So does E!'s first scripted series deliver? Uh, yeah.

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I was absolutely hooked within the first five minutes. I meant to take notes so I could write my review, but my eyes couldn't bear to part from the screen.

If you were in high school, like me, when the whole Gossip Girl and Mean Girls craze took over your entertainment life, then you know what TV is lacking. Which is saying something given the tremendous television lineup right now. Still, The Royals seamlessly finds its place among the amazing content that's out there by fulfilling our teenage scandal needs while also being well-written and not overly acted.

The Royals would fit in just as nicely at The CW as it does at E!, buffered fittingly between episodes of Keeping Up With the Kardashians.

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The show opens with the death of the eldest prince, which means the surviving brother Prince Liam (William Moseley) is thrust into the spotlight as the heir to the throne, while the middle sister Princess Eleanor is now the oldest but far from a role model. She prefers to use her prestige to score drugs and one-night stands.

The drama is only heightened by the family's grief.

While the children are at play, Queen Helena (Elizabeth Hurley) is wrapped up in a game of her own. Of course, hers is much more political.

And though the pilot serves to merely set the stage for the rest of the show by introducing us to these characters, it's definitely enough to make me want more.

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Some of my favorite parts from the episode:

• The general consensus that the queen is an "icy bit**."
• The cousins, who remind me of the twins from A Cinderella Story with Hilary Duff. And don't even try to act like you don't love that movie.
• Princess Eleanor's bad girl attitude. It's already obvious she's going to serve to keep the show interesting with a plethora of trouble.
• The music.
• The cliché characters. And it may not make sense at first that that was genuinely one of my favorite parts of the episode, but it's like the new Cinderella movie. The common girl meets a dashing prince storyline coupled with the king not wanting to be king and thus solidifying his nobility all sets up a nostalgia while bringing those story lines to a modern setting, which helps it to simultaneously feel fresh instead of overdone.
• The show doesn't take itself too seriously. Instead, it opts for some sarcasm and hilarity that make the would-be cheesy moments royally charming instead.

So will I be watching The Royals next week? You'd better believe it. Will you?

Seriously, who knew that one vinegar could be the source of so many natural remedies? As I dug a little deeper, I learned that there is almost nothing apple cider vinegar cannot do.

Try one or all of these DIY beauty remedies at home for some all-natural pampering:

1. Acne treatment

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We can all agree that adult acne is something no grown woman ever wants to deal with. One 19-year-old Redditor explains what happened when she used topical apple cider vinegar (ACV) to get rid of teen acne for good, "I could tell within 15 minutes of applying the ACV that my skin was less inflamed and irritated. I could visibly tell day to day the improvement. When I'd wake up the next morning my skin would look significantly better. The marks/hyperpigmentation from the breakout are still there, but those I can live with."

2. Dandruff treatment

StyledLady4ever breaks down one of apple cider vinegar's most surprising beauty benefits: ACV can be used as a natural remedy for dandruff and a dry, itchy scalp when substituted for commercial conditioner.

3. Detox bath

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If you're not bathing in apple cider vinegar, you just aren't living. The Healthy Home Economist recommends an apple cider vinegar bath as a "great overall detoxifier and for muscle aches and pains brought on by physical exertion."

4. DIY face mask

Courtney Corvan of the Courtney Corvan Skin Studio tweets a delightfully simple DIY apple cider vinegar face mask you can whip up at home: ACV plus Egyptian clay equals radiant skin in just 20 minutes.

5. DIY hair mask

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Once you finish soothing your skin, the next stop is dry and damaged hair desperately in need of some TLC. Try Mad in Crafts' Coconut Oil Honey Hair Mask made with coconut oil, honey and apple cider vinegar. ACV helps to balance hair pH, strip styling product buildup and close hair cuticles for a silky shine.

6. Foot soak

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Dr. Ramsey's Center for Natural Healing recommends raw apple cider vinegar as a "natural miracle" for what ails ya. To soak off stubborn calluses, soak your tootsies in undiluted apple cider vinegar for up to one hour and buff smooth.

7. Nail soak

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Ashamed of your weak, yellow fingernails after one too many spa manicures? A weekly soak in apple cider vinegar and vegetable oil can restore brittle nails and improve strength.

8. Natural hair rinse

In a 2014 Dr. Oz appearance, Jessica Alba swore by apple cider vinegar as a beauty treatment. Alba rinses her luscious locks once a week with diluted apple cider vinegar to remove heavy chemical product buildup.

9. Skin toner

As if you need another reason to try ACV, ScarJo endorses it too. In 2013, Scarlett Johansson unveiled apple cider vinegar as her big beauty secret, used as a toner to balance pH and give skin a healthy glow.

10. Teeth whitener

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Shine up those pearly whites by gargling with apple cider vinegar instead of over-the-counter mouthwash. When used in moderation to protect teeth enamel, ACV can kill unwanted bacteria to freshen breath and break down stains to naturally whiten teeth.

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Who would have ever thought beer would be a stellar ingredient in fancy and trendy cocktails? Discover some new ways to incorporate brews into your favorite drink recipes.

1. Bloody Hell recipe

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Bloody Hell, an awesome drink made with spicy jalapeños and seasonal blood oranges. We could totally see ourselves sipping on these tonight.

2. Light beer and berry cocktail recipe

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A super-simple cocktail recipe, this light beer and berry cocktail is a great use of fresh berries.

3. Michelada recipe

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Michelada, probably the most classic beer cocktail, is originally from Mexico and pairs best with fresh tacos.

4. The Bull recipe

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The Bull, a gorgeous drink we want to make just for its amazing color. Bet it tastes great too.

5. Guinness "Champagne" cocktail recipe

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Guinness "Champagne" cocktail, because honestly, who would have thought dark Guinness beer and light prosecco would pair so perfectly?

6. The Kichesippi Beergarita recipe

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The Kichesippi Beergarita is the love child of a cold beer and a salty margarita. To that we say, salud.

7. Golden ale beer cocktail recipe

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Grab yourself a gorgeous pale golden ale, and make this golden ale beer cocktail after a long day at work.

8. The Black Sea recipe

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The Black Sea looks like the stormy ocean thanks to how gorgeously thick and rich stout beer is.

9. Denver Broncos Orange Shandy recipe

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Denver Broncos Orange Shandy, whether or not you're a Broncos fan, is the perfect drink to start thinking about those summer days on the beach.

10. Strawberry beer lemonade recipe

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We're thinking this strawberry beer lemonade would be a perfect big-batch cocktail to make for brunch.

11. Innis & Gunn Summer Shandy recipe

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Innis & Gunn Summer Shandy — another drink that reminds us summer is a couple of weeks away.

12. Lady in Red recipe

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Lady in Red, basically the type of lady we wanna be — classy yet sexy without overdoing it. Beer and whiskey? Yes, please.

13. Beer sangria recipe

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This beer sangria would look awesome in a crystal punch bowl. Punch bowls are becoming ever so popular after living in the dark in the vintage era.

14. Root beer float martini dessert cocktail recipe

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Although root beer is nonalcoholic, we are loving this boozy recipe for a root beer float martini dessert cocktail — a fun ladies' night drink.

15. Ginger beer cocktail recipe

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We love the simplicity of this ginger beer cocktail, and we're thinking a slice of crystallized ginger would be the perfect garnish for this cocktail.

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