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It may be hard to believe right now, but cozy season is right around the corner. Pretty soon, the skies will grow dimmer and everything will feel moodier — and that’ll be your green light to wrap yourself up in something toasty, like the Mainstays Channel Faux Fur Blanket. This gloriously soft, reversible piece is marked down from $25 to just $14 at Walmart right now.

The price alone is a steal, but even better is that every size and color is available for the sale price. Take your pick from twin, queen, and king options in shades including grayish black, crisp blue, ruby red, and soft vanilla white. Whether you’ve been searching for something to layer under your comforter as the weather cools down or something to curl up with on the couch, this is certain to be a go-to all season.

Mainstays Channel Faux Fur Blanket, $14 (was $25) at Walmart

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The attractive design alone sets it apart from other blankets. It has sleek channels that lend one side a bit of texture and dimension — but if you prefer a smoother finish, simply flip it over to enjoy the feel of a velvety backing instead. The design offers the best of both worlds, giving you an option that’s more decorative and another for layering on your bed.

While it’s incredibly plush, it isn’t overly heavy or suffocating. In fact, the material is lightweight enough that you could use the blanket for year-round lounging. Drape it over your couch for relaxed family movie nights, or fold it at the foot of the bed for a fanciful accent that doubles as a functional essential. It’s equally great for dorm rooms or just keeping handy when you might need an extra layer on cold winter nights.

With over 1,600 five-star reviews, the blanket has earned high praise from shoppers who can’t get over its feel. One reviewer described it as the “softest warmth you will ever feel,” while another person agreed that it’s “extremely soft” and “very cozy,” adding that the material has a “velvety” texture.

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Perfect for staying toasty during spooky season or warming up on the couch when a snowstorm blows into town, the lovely Mainstays Channel Faux Fur Blanket adds a luxe touch to your space without costing you a fortune. Pick it up in the color and size of your choice while it’s on sale at Walmart.

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Our hands are the unsung heroes of our daily lives. They’re the essential tools we use to hold our loved ones close, wipe away tears, build our dreams and (passionately) express our emotions. Because they are constantly in motion and exposed to harsh elements, they are often the very first place on our bodies to show the visible, undeniable signs of aging.

We spend an incredible amount of time, energy and money meticulously investing in anti-aging skincare routines for our faces. We layer on expensive vitamin C serums, rich night creams and daily SPF, hoping to turn back the clock. Yet, we frequently neglect our hands until that startling moment we look down at the steering wheel or our keyboards and realize that the skin texture has changed, volume has been lost and new sun spots have appeared. It can be an emotional realization that time is moving forward faster than we’d like.

However, rejuvenating the appearance of aging hands doesn’t require invasive cosmetic procedures or spending hundreds of dollars on miracle treatments. Sometimes, the most powerful and immediate transformation comes from something as simple, relaxing and accessible as a standard manicure. Just like the perfect haircut can instantly take years off your appearance, the way you shape your nails can dramatically alter the entire look of your hands.

Nail experts reveal that the right silhouette acts like a magical “contour,” effortlessly masking harsh lines, elongating your fingers and restoring a soft, refined elegance to mature hands.

Related: The ‘Old Money’ Manicure: 3 Elegant Nail Shapes That Instantly Elongate Mature Hands

The ‘Contour’ Effect: Why Nail Shape Matters More Than Polish

When we sit down in the salon chair, we usually obsess over picking the perfect polish color, trying to decide between different vibes like a bold red or a classy neutral. While color is certainly fun to play with, nail experts emphasize that the foundational shape of your nail holds significantly more power when it comes to anti-aging.

As we age, our hands naturally lose plumpness, which can cause veins, tendons and knuckles to become more prominent. If you are still sporting the same sharp, squared-off acrylics or ultra-short, stubby trims you wore in your twenties, you might be unintentionally highlighting these textural changes.

In a recent Parade interview regarding the best nail length for women over 50, Krystal Oh, a professional nail artist and the owner of Krystal Oh Salon in New York City, explained the profound impact of proportion.

“Nail shape can completely change how the hands read,” Oh said. “As we get older, I like to think about softening the overall look with the nail shape and length.”

She noted that stark, sharp shapes draw the eye directly to the texture of the hands, whereas softer, balanced shapes create a beautifully smooth, cohesive effect. “It’s almost like contouring, but for your nails,” she added.

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The Exact Nail Shape To Request for a Youthful Lift

If you want to treat your hands with the grace and care they deserve, there is one universally flattering silhouette that professionals recommend for mature hands: a short to medium length filed into a soft oval or almond shape.

According to Oh, this specific combination is perfect for aging hands. “My go-to is a short to medium length in a soft oval or almond shape,” she explained. “It naturally elongates the fingers while still feeling clean and low-maintenance.”

Beth Fink, a nail tech and manicurist for Kleo Kolor who also spoke with Parade, echoed this sentiment. She recommended a length that extends just slightly past the fingertip, avoiding aesthetic extremes. Too short can make your fingers look stubby, while too long or sharp can overwhelm the hand entirely. This perfect in-between length, she says, helps your hands “feel polished without effort.”

Related: Stop Wearing Pale Pink: Why ‘Safe’ Nail Colors Can Actually Make Mature Hands Look Older

Elevating the Contour With the Right Minimalist Design

Once you have established the perfect contour with an almond or soft oval shape, you can amplify the youthful illusion with the right design choices. Heavy, dark or overly complicated nail art can sometimes visually shorten the nail bed, undoing all of your hard work.

Instead, professionals suggest leaning into minimalist trends that work in tandem with your nail’s new contour. In a separate Parade story exploring the micro French manicure trend, Tammy Koslowski, a nail technician and salon owner, highlighted how a delicate design maximizes the anti-aging effect.

Koslowski pointed out that an ultra-fine, precise line painted at the very tip of the nail, rather than a thick traditional French band, works wonders for mature hands. “The fine tip elongates nails, adding an air of youthfulness to the hands,” Koslowski told Parade.

By simply shifting your perspective on nail shape and opting for a soft, contoured almond silhouette, you can reclaim your confidence and proudly show off the hardworking hands that have carried you beautifully through life.

Adapted from Parade’s “Manicurist Says This Nail Length Is Most Flattering for Women Over 50“ by Hana Hong and “Micro French Manicures Are the Elegant Nail Trend Perfect for Over-50 Women” by Vanessa Hall

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• Krystal Oh, nail artist and the owner of Krystal Oh Salon in New York City
• Beth Fink, nail tech and manicurist for Kleo Kolor
• Tammy Koslowski, nail technician and salon owner 

While the concept of breakfast sandwiches and burgers isn’t new, Eggslut knows how to do breakfast. The restaurant was previously based on the West Coast before opening its first Atlanta location in March of this year. Now, Eggslut is expanding, opening up a second location on the popular Atlanta Beltline in the Krog District. The restaurant has a number of locations in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Toronto, Tokyo and more.

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Yesterday, the official @eggslutatlanta page posted a photo with the caption, “Beltline mornings are about to hit different. ☀️🍳,” along with the address for the new Atlanta location. “Can’t wait!,” the official @Eggslut page commented on the post. While the new location will be popping up, the menu will stay the same. It will consist of sandwiches, burgers, sides and specialty drinks. 

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The first Atlanta location opened in March 2026 at the Moxy Atlanta Downtown Hotel, marking its first location in the South and on the East Coast. “Eggslut has such a bold personality. It’s playful, the food is amazing and it has a cult following built on quality and simplicity,” Alfonce McKinney, general manager of the Moxy Atlanta Downtown, told Atlanta Magazine in an interview earlier this year.

The restaurant, which first went viral on social media for its creamy scrambled eggs, pillowy brioche buns and smashburgers cooked to perfection, quickly became a cult-favorite breakfast spot on the West Coast. Fan favorites include sandwiches like the classic bacon, egg and cheese, the Fairfax, golden smash burger and more. Popular sides like the French toast sticks, truffle hash browns, and the slut are also staples. Last year, Eggslut added the cinnamon toast cold brew, which will also be on the Atlanta menu, along with the vanilla cream cold brew. 

Eggslut hasn’t announced a date for the Beltline location, but you can follow them on social media for updates. 

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There’s no denying it—there’s something extra special about grandparents. They add a touch of magic and nostalgia that brightens every moment you get to share with them.

From the simple joy of baking cookies together to the deep conversations that span generations, grandmas and grandpas bring a richness to people’s lives that’s irreplaceable. That’s why they deserve to be celebrated.

With Grandparents Day finally here, it’s time to pull out all the stops so they feel extra loved and appreciated. This is your chance to show just how much they mean to you. And while a thoughtful gift is always a great idea, why not make it even more memorable by also incorporating something like a poem?

The trick is to find one that captures your feelings in a way that no ordinary gift can. A poem is like a love letter wrapped in words and will make this particular holiday unforgettable in the best way. You can write one in a card, print it off and frame it or even text it to your grandparents if they live further away.

If you love the idea but want a little help finding the perfect one, we rounded up 45 grandparent poems for you to choose from, ensuring there’s something for every type of grandma and grandpa.

Whether you’re looking for something sentimental, funny or a poem that evokes sweet memories and enables you to walk down memory lane, these poems will touch their hearts and remind them of how much they’re cherished.

Pro tip: Adding a personal poem to your gift will not only enhance their special day but also be something they’ll treasure forever.

Related: 80 Heartwarming Grandparents Day Messages To Show Grandma and Grandpa All the Love

Short Grandparents Day Poems

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1. “Grandma’s Secret Recipe” by Unknown
Grandma’s in the kitchen, with a smile so wide,
Mixing up a potion, and I’m by her side.
She says it’s magic, and I believe it too,
With a sprinkle of laughter and a pinch of “I love you.”
Her cookies are the sweetest, and the hugs are the best,
Grandma’s secret recipe beats all the rest!

2. “Warm Memories” by Unknown
Grandparents, oh how you shine so bright,
Your love and wisdom are our guiding light.
With every story told and every hug you share,
You weave a tapestry of joy and care.
On this Grandparents Day, we cherish you, so dear.

3. “Grandparent Award” by Unknown
If there were awards for the grandparent’s role,
You’d surely win gold, and a trophy of soul.
For the patience you show, and the love you extend,
Deserves a grand prize, with no need to pretend.
You’re a master of stories and cookies, no doubt,
And your cuddles and laughter are what it’s about.
So here’s to the hero of fun and the cheer,
You’ve earned an award, let’s give you a cheer!

4. “My Lovely Grandparents” by Unknown
The wonderful stories of angel and witch,
There is no difference between poor and rich,
Running around me when I was small,
Teaching the meaning of standing tall,
Protecting me from anger of dad,
Comforting me when I was sad,
My granny and grandpa you are too good to be true,
And I want to say,
That I truly love you!

5. “Grandparents” by Unknown
Your love is unconditional, gentle, wise, wonderful and kind.
Your love by itself is so blind.
You don’t care how mean we are,
Nor do you care if our pranks go too far.
You just love us unconditionally in every way,
Your love for us brightens up our life every single day.

6. “Timeless Love” by Unknown
With silver hair and hearts of gold,
Your love is a treasure more valuable than told.
Each day with you is a story spun,
Of kindness, joy, and endless fun.
Happy Grandparents Day, you’re our favorite one.

7. “Grandmas and Grandpas” by Unknown
Grandmas and grandpas are everything nice.
Like presents and candy and raspberry ice.
And chocolate fudge sundaes with cherries on top,
And popcorn and grape soda pops.
In winter or summer,
In rain or in snow,
Grandmas and grandpas are the best people I know.

8. “You Both Are My Life” by Unknown
My grandparents are the sunlight,
That protects me from the dark.
They bring in my life,
A new layer and spark.
They assure me that everything will be fine.
They encourage me that I will shine.
They help me when I need them the most.
So let me raise the toast,
To the most amazing grandpa and grandma, Happy Grandparents Day!

9. “Grandparents’ Day Giggles” by Unknown
Being a grandparent is a blast and a half,
You get all the giggles, then send them off with a laugh.
You spoil them with treats and let them stay up late,
Then hand them back to their parents, saying, “Isn’t this great?”
You’re the master of bedtime stories with flair,
Turning “Oh no, not vegetables!” into “Don’t you dare!”
So here’s to the fun and the chaos we embrace,
Happy Grandparents Day, let’s cherish this space!

10. “Cherished Moments” by Unknown
With you, we find a world of dreams,
Where laughter flows like gentle streams.
Your warm embrace is our safe retreat,
A haven where all our troubles meet.
Thank you, dear grandparents, for making life so sweet.

Related: 55 Fun Things To Do With Grandkids—Indoor, Outdoor and Sleepover Activities

Inspirational Poems for Grandparents Day

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11. “Fishing with Grandpa” by Daneisha Washington
My grandpa and I do a lot of things together,
But fishing with my grandpa is the best ever.
I love going to the lake when the sky is all blue.
I love riding in my grandpa’s boat, too.
The next trip to the lake I don’t want to miss.
Just being with my grandpa is better than catching fish.

12. “We Love You, Grandma and Grandpa” by Kelly Roper
You put the “grand” in grandparents.
You put the sunshine in our day.
You shine a light in the darkness,
And chase our fears away.
What would our world be without you?
That we do not know.
We only know how much we love you,
And we wanted to make sure you know.

13. “Endless Wisdom” by Megan White
You’ve watched us grow with loving eyes,
And shared your wisdom, kind and wise.
From childhood tales to life’s great lore,
Your presence is a gift we adore.
Grandparents, today we celebrate you more and more.

14. “Walking with Grandma” by Unknown
I like walking with grandma,
Her steps are short like mine.
She doesn’t say, “Now hurry up,”
She always takes her time.

15. “Memory Lane” by Ava Reed
Walking down memory lane with you,
Every moment feels fresh and new.
From bedtime tales to sunny days,
Your love lights up all our ways.
Grandparents, you’re our cherished view.

16. “Grandparent Shenanigans” by Unknown
Being a grandparent is quite the delight,
With giggles and tickles that last through the night.
You can spoil the grandkids with cookies and treats,
Then send them back home for their parents to meet!
You’re the hero of stories, the king or the queen,
And the best part is, you can be silly and keen.
So here’s to the laughter and love that you share,
Being a grandparent’s the best job by far, I swear!

17. “Grandma’s Garden” by Unknown
In grandma’s garden, love does bloom,
Where warmth and joy erase all gloom.
With every flower, every leaf,
She plants in us a fond belief.
Grandma’s garden, our heart’s bright room.

18. “Grandparents’ Day Poem” by Stacy Smith
Grandparents are special people with wisdom and pride.
They are always offering love and kindness and are always there to guide.
They often make you feel so confident and strong.
Their arms are always open no matter what you did wrong.

19. “Grandfathers” by Joyce C. Lock
Grandfathers are a special breed.
Of kinfolk, all their own.
They love you and hug you,
And spoil you to death.
And then, they send you home.

20. “Grandma’s Fairytale Time” by Unknown
In a cozy nook with a soft, warm light,
Grandma would read tales each magical night.
Fairies and dragons, kingdoms so grand,
All came alive from her gentle hand.
With each turn of the page, our eyes would grow wide,
As she spun every story with love and with pride.
Her voice would dance like a melody sweet,
Bringing dreams to life where the fairies would meet.
Now when I close my eyes and think of those days,
I’m wrapped in the warmth of her fairytale ways.
For in every adventure, every mystical lore,
Grandma’s love shines bright, forevermore.

Related: 45 Grandparents Day Prayers To Honor the Special Elders in Our Lives

Heartfelt Poems To Celebrate Grandparents Day

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21. “Grandmother’s Mind” by Michael Smajda
A grandmother’s mind is full of wisdom.
A grandmother’s heart is full of love.
A grandmother’s soul is full of sacrifices made on behalf of God above.

22. “My Grandmother’s Heart” by Lucio Muñoz
Soft like cotton candy,
Caring like Mother Earth.
Beautiful like a piece of art.
Sweet like honey.
Deep like faith,
That was my grandmother’s heart.

23. “For a Grandfather Who Is a Hero” by Julie Mills
What makes a man a hero?
I’ve often thought this through.
It’s someone who is macho?
It’s someone who is true?
No, that is not a hero.
He’s just a simple man.
Always there when things go wrong and who does the best he can.
He lends a strong shoulder to ease the flow of tears.
He holds high the lantern to drive away your fears.
His smile was just enough to give encouragement.
His frown is more than adequate to make one soon relent.
When some had need of guidance his ears he’d freely lend advice came in abundance.
You chose, not him could you offend.
He had no need of medals, or glory this is true.
That’s why, dear grandpa, our hero has to be you.

24. “My Grandfather” by John E. W. Wills
A gentle man, so strong and wise,
With a loving heart and tender eyes.
He shared his stories, rich and grand,
And guided me with a steady hand.

25. “Grandma’s Rocking Chair” by Unknown
Grandma’s rocking chair goes back and forth,
As she tells me stories of the days of yore.
With every creak and every sway,
She shares a new tale of yesterday.
Her stories are magical, her hugs are so warm,
Grandma’s rocking chair is a cozy charm!

26. “Grandmother” by Sheria Barnett
Her words are like a golden thread that binds our family.
Her wisdom is like an art that shares so generously.
Her feelings are like a quilt that warms us like no other.
The hands of one so dear the one we call Grandmother.

27. “Grandpa’s Wisdom” by Unknown
Grandparents’ laughter, a joyful sound,
In every hug, love’s magic is found.
Through years and seasons, old and new,
Our hearts are bound by memories so true.
Grandparents’ love, forever profound.

28. “Grandparents” by Unknown
From early in the morning,
Until I go to sleep each day,
I know my grandparents love me,
In a very special way.
Sometimes it’s tea and crackers,
Sometimes a walk in the park,
Sometimes it’s just a hug when I’m scared and in the dark.
I love to hear their stories,
About the past and where they’re from,
And I know their hearts are filled for me,
With never-ending love.

29. “Grandma and Grandpa’s House” by Unknown
There’s magic in the air when you visit their place,
Grandma and grandpa’s house is always a warm embrace.
From cookies in the oven to stories so grand,
Every corner’s a treasure, every moment’s planned.
With hugs that are endless and games that are fun,
Time spent with them feels like a never-ending run.
So here’s to their house, where joy always blooms,
It’s a place full of love, where happiness looms!

30. “Grandpa’s Garden” by Unknown
Grandpa’s garden is a magical place,
Where flowers dance and butterflies race.
He talks to his veggies, gives them a cheer,
And they grow so tall with his love and care.
Every summer day is a grand adventure,
In Grandpa’s garden, where fun is the venture!

Related: 35 Printable Cards for Grandparents Day That Are Sure To Make Grandma and Grandpa Smile

Sweet Poems That Honor Grandparents

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31. “Grandparents’ Love” by Eliza Hart
In your arms, we find a haven sweet,
Where love and laughter gently meet.
With stories old and wisdom kind,
You’ve shaped our hearts and broadened our minds.
Grandparents dear, you’re a treasured feat.

32. “Profile of My Grandma” by Bridget A. Miller
The way it smells when she cooks.
When you’re bad, the way she looks.
How she would do anything to help a friend.
The way she’ll stick by you until the end.

33. “The Best Grandparents” by Unknown
I’ve got the best grandparents, that’s easy to say,
Their love and their laughter brighten my day.
From baking and stories to hugs so warm,
Their home is a haven, a perfect charm.
Their hearts are so big, their joy so grand,
With them by my side, life’s always in hand.
So here’s to the title they wear with such pride,
Best grandparents ever, with love far and wide!

34. “Grandma” by Edgar Albert Guest
May I come from out the gloom,
Of my troubles with the bloom,
Of a heart that’s ever youthful still in view,
With a dash of color gay,
To relieve the sombergray,
May I be as young as you at seventy-two.

35. “Grandparent Gold Medal” by Unknown
If grandparenting were a sport, they’d win gold,
With love and adventures that never grow old.
They’re masters of fun, with smiles so bright,
Making each day an amazing delight.
From games and stories to hugs and cheer,
They’re the gold medalists, year after year.
Happy Grandparents Day to those who shine,
For being the best grandparents, it’s truly divine!

36. “My Grandpa” by Unknown
My grandpa, truly the best,
Loving, wise, and on life’s quest.
In times of need, he’s always there,
With a love so deep and boundless to share.
Guiding me toward life’s higher grace,
In his laughter and love, I find my place.
Devoted to grandma, a love so true,
Their laughter’s a song, a bond to construe.
Growing up, my aspiration is clear,
To be like grandpa, a loved pioneer.

37. “A Grandmother’s and Grandfather’s Love” by Unknown
A grandmother’s love is the caring thought,
The tender touch and gentle guidance,
That we never seem to outgrow.
A grandfather’s love is the beacon of hope through stormy seas and sunny skies,
As we travel through uncharted waters.

38. “Grandma’s Wings” by Ricky R. Hernandez
Grandma, I wonder where you keep your wings.
Are they hung in your closet with the rest of your things?
Do you put them away and just use them at night,
Or give them to Rosie to polish up bright?
I know you have wings, for this must be true,
‘Cause God always gives them to angels just like you.

39. “Grandparents” by Unknown
Grandparents bestow upon their grandchildren
The strength and wisdom that time and experience have given them.
Grandchildren bless their grandparents
With a youthful vitality and innocence
That helps them stay young at heart forever.
Together they create a chain of love Linking the past with the future.
The chain may lengthen,
But it will never part….

40. “Number One Grandparents” by Unknown
Who gave us love and guidance?
Who showed us wrong from right?
Who was there when we needed confidence?
Who tucked us in at night?

Poems About the Love of Grandparents

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41. “Joyful Hearts” by Unknown
Grandma’s cookies and Grandpa’s tales,
You fill our hearts with warm, sweet sails.
In every laugh and every game,
Your love remains our favorite flame.
Happy Grandparents Day, you’re our joyful claim.

42. “A Grandparent” by Unknown
Someone you can always call,
Will pick you up if you should fall.
Always give a loving hug,
The ones that feel so warm and snug.

43. “My Granddaddy, My Best Friend” by Lauren E. Garner
You’ve always been my hero.
You’ve always been my pride.
You’ve always given so much love,
And shown what’s deep inside.

44. “Happy Grandparents Day” by Kelly Roper
To me, you’re the best grandparents in the world.
You’ve always made me feel loved and safe and special.
You’ve helped my parents teach me right from wrong,
And you’ve shown me how people should be treated.
You’ve encouraged me to follow my dreams,
And to put in the hard work it takes to achieve them.
You’ve been role models to me all my life,
And it’s easy to see why mom and dad turned out so well.
Your love stays with me everywhere I go,
Just as my love follows your every step.
Happy Grandparents Day!

45. “Nana’s Little Angel” by Lindsey M. Moulton
Nana, you are special.
Your love knows no bounds.
A room takes special warmth whenever you’re around.
You think I’m cute and talented and maybe even wise,
But I know that’s why all grandparents see through loving eyes.
Every day with you is precious; I’m so grateful for the time.
Of all the grandparents in the world, I’m thankful that you’re mine.

Related: 155 Questions To Ask Your Grandparents About Their Lives, According to a Licensed Therapist

After two decades together, Alan Ritchson announced on Saturday, September 12, 2026, that he is splitting from his wife, Catherine.

The Reacher star shared the sad news in an emotional Instagram post where he reassured followers that their priority remains their three sons, Calem, Edan, and Amory.

“After 20 years together, Cat and I have decided to end our marriage and continue alongside one another in a different way,” the statement reads. “We grew up together. We built a life and a family together. And we are raising three incredible boys who will always be the center of our world.”

He continued, “The best gift we can give one another — and our boys — right now is friendship, grace, and a commitment to becoming the strongest co-parents we can be.”

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Ritchson, 43, also shared that they hope to give each other room to grow before adding, “Change is hard enough without the whole world weighing in,” and asking his fans for privacy.

The couple were high school sweethearts before tying the knot in 2006. They welcomed their first son together in 2012, and by 2015 they were a family of five. Previously, Ritchson spoke of Catherine’s support of his acting career.

“Thank GOD for someone with the unspeakable strength, persistence, resilience, patience, grace, love, compassion and forgiveness to suffer through the valleys with me,” he wrote on Instagram in 2023. “And I am eternally grateful that God knew well enough to gift me a life with her.”

Catherine has also gushed about her partner in the past, writing, “To say ‘I’m so proud of him’ won’t ever grasp it.⁣”

Ritchson is currently starring in Season 4 of the Prime Video series Reacher, and he is set to star in the upcoming Christmas movie, The Man With the Bag, alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Long before stadiums and eras tours, Taylor Swift was a high school freshman trying to come up with something upbeat enough for a talent show.

That’s the origin story behind “Our Song,” which Swift wrote entirely on her own in about 20 minutes during her ninth-grade year in Hendersonville, Tennessee. She’d been dating a boy at the time and, as she’s told it, realized the two of them didn’t have “a song” the way couples in other songs always seemed to. So she wrote them one, played it for her classmates at the talent show, and initially had no intention of putting it on an album at all.

That changed once her friends kept singing it back to her weeks later. Swift pushed her label, Big Machine Records, to include the track on her self-titled debut album in October 2006, even though it hadn’t been part of the original plan.

The song didn’t become a single right away. Big Machine sent “Our Song” to country radio in September 2007, and it climbed steadily before making an unusually large jump on the Hot Country Songs chart, from No. 6 straight to No. 1, the week of December 22, 2007. It was the chart’s biggest one-week leap to the top spot since Tim McGraw’s “Just to See You Smile” in 1998.

The timing mattered for another reason: it made Swift, technically 18 at the time, the youngest person ever to solely write and perform a No. 1 hit on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. “Our Song” held that top spot for six consecutive weeks, eventually crossed into the Hot 100’s top 20, and was certified four-times Platinum by the RIAA. It also picked up Female Video of the Year at the 2008 CMT Music Awards.

Nearly two decades later, it’s still the song most closely tied to how Swift’s entire career got started.

Whether you were an especially diligent student, an artistic daydreamer, someone whose schedule was overloaded with extracurricular activities, or a total bookworm, it can be fun to look back at your school years and think about how your persona in the hallways of your alma mater was a glimmer of who you still are to this day. For instance, the school subject you excelled at—or, at the very least, thoroughly enjoyed studying—was likely a reflection of your personality, perspective, strengths, and preferences—all of which are informed by your birth month. 

Your Best School Subject, Based on Your Birth Month

Read on for the school subject that you excelled at, based on the month you were born. 

January: Chemistry

If you were born during the first month of the year, the sun was moving through wise, ambitious Capricorn or science-minded, innovative Aquarius. Either way, Saturn, the planet of commitment and hard work, is your ruling planet, which makes you capable of putting your noses to the grindstone to achieve any goal you’ve set their sights on. Because you’re so methodical and like to see concrete proof of your hard work, chemistry feels in line with your futuristic and industrious vibe. 

February: Environmental Science

If you were born when the sun was spending time in either future-minded Aquarius or escapist Pisces, you’re a dreamer who wants to contribute to humanitarian causes and give back to your community and loved ones. In turn, you likely enjoyed learning about the earth and humans’ relationship to the planet’s natural rhythms. This reflects the likeliness that, as an adult, you’re probably also deeply invested in sustainability. 

March: Dance

If you were born in March, the sun was either in mystical, empathic water sign Pisces or go-getter Aries, so a dance class, perhaps part of physical education, feels in line with your energy. Whether you were more a fan of ballet or modern dance (which feels more Piscean) or more heart-pounding jazz or hip hop (Aries), chances are you appreciated the opportunity to work through and express your emotions in a physical way. 

April: Band

You came into the world when the sun was moving through either go-getter Aries or down-to-earth, tactile Taurus, making you someone who would have gotten a lot out of being in band class. As an Aries, you might’ve enjoyed being in marching band and combining musical self-expression with movement, and if you’re more of a Taurus, the subject appealed to your innate love of music, which is fueled by your ruling planet, artistic Venus.   

May: Sociology

If you mark your birthday in May, the sun was moving through either practical, grounded Taurus or communicative, information-gathering Gemini, so you’re curious, social, and very much a people person. Given your nature, you’re wired to be eager to learn—and excel at learning— about society, group dynamics, and social institutions. You might have even been inspired to parlay that knowledge toward a career that utilizes sociology like social services or human resources.  

June: Media Studies

You were born with your sun in tech-savvy, curious Gemini or caregiving, family-oriented Cancer, making you equal parts a master communicator and a heartfelt artist at your core. A course like media studies would appeal to either your desire to gather and disseminate information as a Gemini or interest in creating your own creative projects, whether a documentary, social media campaign, or even magazine. 

July: Drama

Your sun is in either family-oriented, sentimental Cancer or dynamic, spotlight-loving Leo, and you may have learned early on that your ability to wear your heart on your sleeve could be channeled into acting. Your natural charisma and love of exploring different emotions and commanding the stage make theater a natural go-to for you.

August: Speech

Whether you were born when the sun was in leadership-oriented, spotlight-loving fire sign Leo or cerebral, intuitive, supercommunicator earth sign Virgo, you excel at engaging an audience with gripping delivery of a fiery or especially eloquent address. Your ability to tap into your heart and your head makes you easy to connect with, and you can also thank the fact that your ruling planet is either the confidence-spurring sun or messenger Mercury, because either paves the way for you to earn accolades for public speaking. 

September: English

Born under either cerebral, service-oriented earth sign Virgo or partnership-adoring, diplomatic Libra, you want to infuse experiences with more information, balance, and beauty. Whether you were eager to compose personal essays or talk through the deeper meaning behind a novel you just read, English class tapped into your love of communication and desire to connect with and better understand others.

October: Photography

During your birth month, the sun moves through artistic Venus-ruled, balance-seeking Libra and powerful, magnetic, intimacy-loving Scorpio, so photography, which blends creativity with science and emotional intelligence, feels truly aligned with your M.O. Whether you’re wired to find beauty wherever you go as a Libra or to shed light on the darker, taboo sides of life as a Scorpio, your perspective set you up for success as an amateur photographer. 

November: A Second Language

Whether you were born under intense, magnetic Scorpio or unfiltered, wanderlust-fueled Sagittarius, you care deeply about being in the moment and connecting with others in a meaningful way, so you were sure to excel at learning a second language such as Spanish, French, or Mandarin. As a lover of adventure and travel, you might have been especially motivated by the thought of becoming fluent and going globe-trotting one day.  

December: World History

Born with your sun in either adventurous, go-big-or-go-home Sagittarius or pragmatic, goal-oriented Capricorn, you’re an optimist and a go-getter, making history your forte—especially world history, which can be seriously eye-opening. Whether you were learning about the Dark Ages, the Renaissance, or the Cold War, you could tap into your appreciation of learning about places and moments in time outside of your own.

Regardless of the vast age difference, there’s typically a very strong bond between grandparents and grandchildren. Maybe it’s because grandparents are entering a “second childhood” at this more relaxed time of life. They have time to reflect on the past and pass down a little wisdom and love to their beloved children’s children. 

This is why we like to celebrate grandparents with their own special day. This year, Grandparents Day is on Sunday, Sept. 13. If you’re wondering how to celebrate, we have a whopping 40 Grandparents Day activities for you.

Depending on the child’s age, some of the ideas listed will work better than others. However, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Grandparents Day for all ages. Each of them is guaranteed to make a grandma or grandpa feel special and honored.

Besides that, this particular holiday is another fun excuse to get the generations together for lots of love and laughs.

Related: 155 Grandparents Quotes To Warm Your Heart and Remind You of Who Loves You the Most

Is Grandparents Day Held on the Same Day Every Year?

In the United States, Grandparents Day is always held on the first Sunday after Labor Day. This year, the special day falls on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026.

Why Do We Celebrate Grandparents Day?

The idea of Grandparents Day first originated in 1961 at a White House Conference on Aging. Jacob Reingold of the Hebrew Home at Riverdale was inspired by a speech about the new image of aging. It led him to focus on recognizing the role of grandparents among millions of older Americans. 

What started as a special day to honor grandparents in the Hebrew Home ended up being an official holiday in the Bronx starting in 1963. However, it wasn’t until Aug. 3, 1978, that the United States Congress passed legislation proclaiming the first Sunday after Labor Day as National Grandparents Day, which was signed by President Jimmy Carter.

To honor the day, grandparents are urged to share their wisdom and perspectives with young people. Luckily, there are lots of ways to share wisdom and knowledge in fun ways.

What Countries Celebrate Grandparents Day?

Contrary to popular belief, Grandparents Day isn’t exclusive to the United States. Multiple countries celebrate the event worldwide (at different times of the year). Here are some of the most notable ones:

• Australia (the last Sunday in October)
• Brazil (July 26th)
• Estonia (second Sunday in September)
• Italy (October 2nd)
• Mexico (August 28th)
• The Philippines (second Sunday in September)
• Portugal (July 26th)
• Russia (October 28th)

Related: 155 Questions To Ask Your Grandparents About Their Lives, According to a Licensed Therapist

Sweet and Meaningful Grandparents Day Activities

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1. Interview One or More Grandparents 

This is a great way to learn some family history and get to know what shaped a grandparent’s life.

2. Watch Home Movies Together 

It can be hard to visualize a grandparent in their younger years, but home movies bring that reality to life.

3. Use Photo Albums While Telling a Story 

Stories about the past are always fascinating. It’s even better, though, to bring the story to life with pictures.

4. Share or Cook a Family Recipe Together 

Cooking or baking is a fun activity to do with kids and letting them in on a secret family recipe is just icing on the cake.

5. Have Grandkids Make a Homemade Card 

Grandparents love to see a grandchild’s artwork and a thoughtful homemade card is the perfect way to showcase art and sentiment.

Related: 80 of the Most Adorable Names and Nicknames All Grandmas Will Love

6. Make a Memorable Scrapbook 

To create a memorable scrapbook, have grandchildren choose their favorite photos (or other materials) that remind them of time spent with grandparents. Some items to include could be event tickets or artwork done together.

7. Go on a Nature Walk 

Walking together through the woods is both peaceful and conducive to good conversation.

8. Gift a Keepsake Gift to Your Grandchild 

A sweet way to celebrate Grandparents Day is for the grandparent to gift the child with a memorable keepsake, like a locket or pocket watch.

9. Do a Craft Project 

Together, you and your grandchild can create some fun art that could be kept by the grandparent as a memorable keepsake.

10. Read Books 

Have your grandchild read a favorite book to you. Then, read a favorite book to your grandchild.

11. Go Out for a Nice Dinner 

Create a special bonding experience over some fine dining and good conversation.

12. See a Play or Musical 

Special events are a fun way to bond and experience a little culture together.

Related: 60 Fun Things To Do With Grandkids—Indoor, Outdoor and Sleepover Activities

Fun Ways To Celebrate Grandparents Day

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13. Put Together a Puzzle

Whether simple or complicated, putting together a puzzle is a rewarding accomplishment to do as a team.

14. Have a Jam Session

Sing songs or play music that all will enjoy. Your grandchild might even write a song about their grandparents.

15. Play Board Games Together 

A little friendly competition is sure to bring about some laughs as well as memories.

16. Teach a Grandparent New Technology 

Even young grandkids can have fun showing grandparents what games they play and learn from on their tablets.

17. Watch a Meaningful Movie Together 

With popcorn, of course.

18. Sit Around a Campfire and Make S’mores 

This is a great time to share spooky stories as well!

19. Have a Sleepover at Grandma and Grandpa’s House 

Stay up late and eat all of the fun foods.

20. Capture a Photo Memory 

Take a full family photo or just a photo of grandkids with grandparents.

21. Initiate FaceTime or Make a Phone Call 

When grandparents don’t live close by, a phone call or FaceTime is a meaningful way to connect.

22. Write a Poem 

Create a poem about your grandparent that will be treasured for years to come.

23. Create Matching T-Shirts 

To honor the day, use iron-on transfers or tie-dye to create fun shirts to wear.

24. Share a Hobby 

Share your favorite hobby with your grandchild and have them share something they like to do.

Related: This Promotion Comes With a Title Change! Here Are 75 Unique Grandpa Name Ideas

Special Ways To Celebrate Grandparents Day

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25. Take a Vacation Together 

Extend the day celebration with a weekend away. Make sure it’s somewhere you all will enjoy.

26. Help a Grandparent 

Help out your grandma or grandpa by cleaning, getting groceries or doing a little yard work.

27. Plant a Tree Together 

Each year on Grandparents Day, you can compare the growth of the tree as well as the grandchild.

28. Deliver a Meal or Snack 

Grandparents will love a special treat delivered to them from a beloved grandchild.

29. Plan an In-Person Visit 

Even if it’s not a super long get-together, an in-person visit will bring a lot of joy to a grandparent.

30. Build Something Together 

Build a bench or a birdhouse as a memorable piece to keep in the garden.

31. Tour of Homes 

If you have lived in different homes but in the same area, it would be fun to take your grandkids on a little tour of the homes you used to live in.

32. Play Outdoor Games 

Get outside with a grandchild and play softball, badminton, bean bag toss or any other fun game.

33. Plant Something in a Garden 

September is still a good time to plant. It’s also a good teaching experience.

34. Take a Bike Ride Together 

Biking is good for all ages and is a fun way to spend time together.

35. Go on a Picnic at the Park 

Pack some favorite foods and enjoy the park activities.

36. Make a Family Tree Using Old Pictures

You can spend time talking about your grandchild’s ancestors.

37. Print and Frame Pictures of Ancestors That Have Passed

You can set them up in one place in your house to honor them.

38. Create a Recipe Book of Your Grandchild’s Favorite Recipes of Yours

They can learn to make them themselves over time.

39. Create a Family Time Capsule

Gather small mementos, a current newspaper, and a letter written together to hide away or bury for a set number of years. It’s a fantastic bonding activity that gives you both something to look forward to in the future.

40. Host a Generational “Show and Tell”

Have both the grandchild and the grandparent bring an item that is incredibly special to them and take turns explaining why. It is a simple but powerful way to learn about what each generation values most.

Related: 80 Heartwarming Grandparents Day Messages To Show Grandma and Grandpa All the Love

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If traffic noise follows you indoors every morning and night, the problem may be your windows. Glass is often one of the weaker points in a home’s exterior sound barrier, particularly when older windows have thin panes, loose seals or air gaps around the frame. The right replacement window can reduce the amount of road noise entering a room without changing the home’s layout.

The best replacement windows for busy street noise combine sound-reducing glass with a tightly sealed, well-installed window system. Installation is critical because even high-performance glass may not perform as intended if air leaks around the window.

If outside noise is already disrupting your sleep or conversations, a professional assessment from Renewal by Andersen can help identify whether replacement is likely to make a meaningful difference.

What are the best replacement windows for busy street noise?

The best replacement windows for street noise use insulated glass with multiple panes, tight perimeter seals and, when appropriate, laminated glass. Dissimilar glass thicknesses can improve sound attenuation across different frequencies, while laminated glass uses a plastic interlayer to damp sound vibrations.

Traffic noise contains a range of frequencies and comes from multiple sources, including vehicle engines, exhaust and tires. That is why simply choosing the thickest pane is not necessarily the best approach.

Look Beyond the Number of Panes

Double-pane windows generally provide better sound reduction than single-pane windows because they add another layer of glass and an insulating space. Renewal by Andersen also notes that both double- and triple-pane windows can reduce more outside sound than single-pane glass.

But the construction of the glass package matters as much as the number of panes.

A well-designed insulating glass unit can use different glass thicknesses for the individual panes. Using different thicknesses helps reduce sound transmission because each pane can attenuate different sound frequencies.

Consider Laminated Glass

Laminated glass contains a plastic interlayer between layers of glass. Renewal by Andersen offers laminated glass with a polyvinyl butyral (PVB) interlayer and says the configuration helps reduce sound waves entering the home.

Laminated glass is especially relevant when homeowners want to address persistent outdoor noise rather than simply upgrade from old single-pane windows.

Why is window installation important for noise reduction?

A window can have strong acoustic characteristics on paper and still perform poorly if air leaks around the frame. Sound can enter through gaps and other weak points, reducing the benefit of improved glass. The EPA identifies windows as a weak point in a home’s exterior sound barrier and recommends airtight sealing as part of noise-control measures. That makes the installation itself part of the sound-control strategy.

When comparing replacement windows, ask about:

• Perimeter sealing: Are the window and surrounding opening sealed against air infiltration?
• Frame construction: Does the frame provide a stable, weather-tight assembly?
• Glass configuration: What glass thicknesses and acoustic options are available?
• Installation method: How will the existing opening be prepared and sealed?

Renewal by Andersen says its weatherstripping system is designed to improve weather tightness and can also help reduce sound.

What should you look for when comparing windows for street noise?

Start with the glass package, then evaluate the entire installed window rather than focusing on one specification.

Feature

Why It Can Help With Street Noise

Double-pane glass

Adds a second glass barrier and an insulating space

Triple-pane glass

Adds another layer and can provide greater sound reduction than single-pane glass

Dissimilar glass thicknesses

Helps address different sound frequencies

Laminated glass

PVB interlayer dampens sound transmission

Tight seals

Limits sound entering through air gaps

Professional installation

Helps the window achieve its intended performance

The best configuration depends on the type of noise, the existing window, the wall construction and the location of the affected rooms. A bedroom facing a busy road may need a different solution from a living room several rooms away from the street.

If traffic noise is one of the reasons you’re considering replacement, a free in-home consultation from Renewal by Andersen can help determine which glass and window options fit your home.

Can replacement windows completely block traffic noise?

No replacement window should be described as completely soundproof. Windows can reduce the amount of outdoor noise entering a home, but they cannot eliminate every sound. The EPA’s research on residential noise control shows why expectations should be realistic.

The rest of the building also affects what you hear indoors. Walls, doors, vents and other openings can transmit sound. If the windows become substantially quieter, noise entering through another weak point may become more noticeable.

That is why a window assessment should consider the room as a whole rather than treating the glass as an isolated component.

What is the best glass for a bedroom facing a busy road?

For a bedroom facing heavy traffic, ask about laminated glass and insulating glass configurations that use different pane thicknesses. These options are designed to address sound transmission more effectively than relying on a basic single-pane or standard glass configuration.

Sealing is equally important. If an older window has noticeable drafts, worn weatherstripping or gaps around the frame, those problems can undermine its ability to keep outside noise outside.

A professional can also evaluate whether the noise problem is concentrated at the window itself or whether other parts of the room’s exterior envelope are contributing.

If you can hear every truck, motorcycle or siren through a closed window, this is a good time to stop guessing at glass specifications and have the existing windows evaluated.

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Are replacement windows worth it for street noise?

They can be, particularly when old windows have poor seals or single-pane glass and noise enters primarily through the window openings. Modern multi-pane configurations provide additional barriers, while laminated and dissimilar-thickness glass options can target sound transmission more specifically.

Renewal by Andersen says its replacement windows offer glass options intended to address outdoor noise and provide free, no-obligation in-home consultations for homeowners considering replacement. Remember: The right choice should be based on the home’s existing windows, the location of the rooms facing the road and the type of noise you are trying to reduce—not simply the number of panes.

If busy-street noise is making your home harder to sleep in, work in or enjoy, schedule a free consultation with Renewal by Andersen to discuss your existing windows, available glass configurations and a replacement quote.

Brandi Glanville finally has answers in her ongoing health battles, but the former Real Housewives star’s medical bills continue to mount.

Glanville, 53, launched a GoFundMe to raise money ahead of her treatment and surgeries with a goal of $28,000.

“For the past three years, RHOBH Alum, Brandi Glanville has been fighting an illness that has completely changed her life. She has gone from doctor to doctor searching for answers while her health continued to decline. Now, after years of uncertainty, she finally has diagnoses and a treatment plan, but the road ahead is long, painful and incredibly expensive,” the fundraiser page states.

Glanville was officially diagnosed wit ESBL Klebsiella and Enterobacter with biofilm, Coccidioidomycosis (Valley Fever), Demodex dermatitis and mononucleosis.

According to the GoFundMe, doctors discovered a fungal ball in her face that needs to be removed. The mother of two has already been enduring months of treatment, including daily IV medication for 12 hours per day. She’s also preparing for multiple surgeries to remove the fungal ball, old dental work and her breast implants.

Despite having health insurance, Glanville is reportedly accruing upwards of $6,000 per month in medical bills, not including upcoming expenses for the surgeries.

Shortly after the fundraiser was launched, fellow Real Housewives alum chipped in to help financially.

Kyle Richards donated $500 to her friend, while Claudia Jordan gave $100, and Camille Grammer donated $200.

“I remember when she sent me flowers when I had my hysterectomy for uterine cancer. I thought that was very sweet of her,” Grammer told TMZ on Saturday, September 12. “I wanted to return the favor, and I feel bad for what she’s going through.”

With fall comes new desserts, drinks and cozy food menus. And from pumpkin spice to apple cider to Biscoff, there are so many fall flavors to choose from. Recently, Nothing Bundt Cakes announced its fall menu, with flavors like Biscoff cookie butter in the lineup, which’ll be available until October 11, and the galactic brownie cake, which was available until September 6. 

Now, Nothing Bundt Cakes is releasing the third flavor in their fall lineup. On Monday, September 14, the apple pie cake will be available in select stores. “This new flavor has quickly become the apple of our eye. 🍎✨ Any guesses?” the brand posted on Thursday, with followers guessing what the flavor will be.

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While the general public has yet to get their hands on this delicious pie-and-cake combo, food influencers are already rating it. The cake features a spiced apple flavor with a streusel topping, apple pie filling, a streusel bottom baked into the cake and that delicious signature Nothing Bundt Cakes icing. Food influencer @snackolator gave it a 9 out of 10 rating, saying, “This is like the most delicious apple pie you’re gonna get, except instead of pastry crust you’re getting cake,” he shared in his food review. 

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I love Nothing Bundt Cakes and their new Apple Pie Cake is perfect for fall with a ton of flavor and the streusel is delicious! Are you going to try one on Monday? #nothingbundtcake #applepie #desserts #eating #snackreview

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The apple pie bundt cake is available for two weeks, starting on September 14. Get this flavor and the Biscoff cookie butter cake before they sell out or leave stores! Follow Nothing Bundt Cakes on social media and stay tuned for new flavors throughout each season. These two flavors come after popular cake releases, like the turtle cheesecake swirl, lemon raspberry, cinnamon roll, peach cobbler, strawberry cheesecake swirl, banana Nutella and s’mores, which were limited-time flavors for the spring and summer. 

Related: The Cheesecake Factory’s Massive Menu Is Expanding

The world of early ’70s pop radio was filled with unforgettable comeback stories, but few journeys are as winding and emotional as the one behind this timeless ballad about a faded Southern belle.

Originally written by country songwriter Alex Harvey and musician Larry Collins, the deeply personal song was inspired by Harvey’s own mother and her Mississippi Delta roots. He later described it as both a gift and an apology, born from a vivid and cathartic moment late at night while noodling on a guitar at Collins’ house.

Before it ever touched the top of the Billboard Hot 100, the track passed through an extraordinary lineup of future legends. Nashville producer Billy Sherrill first heard Bette Midler perform it on The Tonight Show and wanted to sign her. When she was already signed to Atlantic, he cut it with a newly signed 13-year-old Tanya Tucker in Nashville in March 1972. Her version, which famously started with the chorus sung a cappella, became a top ten country hit that spring.

At almost the same moment, Midler recorded her own bluesy, five-minute version for her debut album The Divine Miss M. It was slated to be her first single until a scheduling twist changed everything.

Producer Tom Catalano had built a lush instrumental track and first offered the vocal to Barbra Streisand. She disliked it and turned it down completely, leaving him with a backing track and no singer. The publisher then called manager Jeff Wald, who was looking for material for his client and wife, Helen Reddy.

Reddy, a 31-year-old Australian singer who once had only $12 to her name, agreed to record it just in time. Released in June 1973, her version entered the Hot 100 at number 86 on June 23 and climbed for 12 straight weeks until it hit number one from Sept. 9 to Sept. 15, 1973, 53 years ago this week.

It stayed in the top ten for eight weeks, became Billboard’s No. 14 song of the year, and marked the first of six consecutive number one hits for Reddy on the Easy Listening chart. More than five decades later, its haunting image of a woman walking downtown with a suitcase in her hand remains one of pop history’s most unforgettable transformations.

By the time Linda Ronstadt recorded “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore,” the song already carried an important place in rock ‘n’ roll history.

Written by Paul Anka for Buddy Holly, the heartbreak ballad was released by Holly in early 1959, just weeks before his death at 22. More than 15 years later, Ronstadt brought the song into the country rock era, placing her interpretation on the blockbuster album that transformed her into one of the biggest stars of the 1970s.

Anka was still a teenager when he wrote the song for Holly.

“In the beginning, I was Buddy Holly’s nemesis,” Anka wrote in his book, My Way. “Like me, Buddy Holly wrote his own songs, so he wasn’t dependent on outside writers like Boudleaux and Felice Bryant, who wrote the Everly Brothers’ songs. Buddy also had his own group, the Crickets. He didn’t play with pickup bands like the Everlys.”

But, eventually the pair became collaborators. Already successful with hits including “Diana,” Anka crafted “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore” around the resignation that follows a failed romance. Holly recorded it in New York during an October 1958 session featuring an orchestral arrangement, a notable departure from the stripped-down rock ‘n’ roll sound associated with many of his earlier hits.

The single arrived in January 1959.

On Feb. 3, Holly was killed in the plane crash that also claimed the lives of Ritchie Valens and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson. “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore” subsequently climbed the charts, reaching No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming a posthumous No. 1 hit in the U.K.

“‘It Doesn’t Matter Anymore’ has a tragic irony about it now, but at least it will help look after Buddy Holly’s family,” Anka said at the time. “I’m giving my composer’s royalty to his widow – it’s the least I can do.”

Ronstadt revisited the song during a pivotal moment in her own career.

Her rendition appeared on 1974’s Heart Like a Wheel, an album that paired rock and country influences with songs drawn from an eclectic collection of writers and performers. Alongside “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore,” the record included her No. 1 remake of Betty Everett’s “You’re No Good” and a hit interpretation of the Everly Brothers’ “When Will I Be Loved.”

Released as a single in 1975, “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore” reached No. 47 on the Hot 100. It also showcased Ronstadt’s growing ability to introduce earlier pop and rock songs to a new generation without simply recreating the originals.

Heart Like a Wheel ultimately reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200, establishing Ronstadt as a major star and beginning an extraordinary commercial run through the remainder of the decade.

“I don’t think of myself as a star,” Ronstadt told Rolling Stone in 1978. “I didn’t set out to become a star, I set out to become a singer. I would have sung no matter what. The star part is just something that they made up in Hollywood in 1930.”

Fifty-one years after her version became a hit, “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore” remains a bridge between two eras. Written for one of rock ‘n’ roll’s earliest icons, the song found another defining voice in Ronstadt and proved that a great heartbreak song rarely belongs to just one generation.

Related: 1976 Iconic Ballad, Written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Is Still a Beloved Hit 50 Years Later

Daytime television has changed since The Wendy Williams Show came to an end, according to the host’s former producer, Norman Baker, who claimed something is still missing from the genre since Williams’ exit.

Norman Baker, who worked as a producer on The Wendy Williams Show before later joining Sherri, recently opened up about his time working alongside Wendy Williams and why he believes her particular brand of television has yet to be replicated.

“I feel like no one’s been able to fill the void that she created,” Baker said during his appearance on the Thursday, September 10, episode of Awf the Record. “I feel like she was so irreverent and she spoke her mind and like nobody really is allowed to do that, especially a Black woman. Being allowed to do that on daytime television is a big deal and I feel like nobody really does that anymore, you know?”

Throughout her 13 seasons hosting the beloved talk show, Williams became known for her quick wit and outspoken personality. Her legacy lives on as clips from the series continue to circulate on social media, giving the show “a whole other life now.”

“When you’re doing it, you don’t really realize the gravity of what you’re doing,” he explained. “And when the show ended, people are still coming up to me and talking about things that they see on TikTok…But when we were doing it, I never really realized what we were doing and we were kind of making history, I guess.”

Baker added, “I just want people to continue to celebrate that crazy show because we had no idea that we were making something good.”

Williams launched her own talk show in July 2008 and would regularly compete with The Ellen DeGeneres Show as the top-ranked syndicated talk show. However, in 2021, the beloved host was forced to take an indefinite leave of absence due to various medical issues. Sherri Shepherd was ultimately tapped as her replacement.

Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sam Mendes has made headlines of late for his highly anticipated Beatles films that are soon hitting the masses. Four will be released, each dedicated to a member of the iconic group — and all helmed by the 61-year-old British director.

Meanwhile, nearly 27 years ago to this day, the movie that crowned Mendes an Oscar winner — in his feature-film directorial debut, by the way — was released in North America and would go on to win trophies in five major categories at the following year’s Academy Awards.

Starring Kevin Spacey and Annette Bening, American Beauty won Best Picture and ultimately landed Empire Magazine’s 2003 list of 100 Greatest Movies of All Time.

Despite its numerous honors during the 2000 awards season, the black comedy only holds an 87% average critics’ on Rotten Tomatoes. The website’s audience rating, however, is more promising at 93%, based on more than 250,000 weigh-ins. Here’s Rotten Tomatoes’ offered synopsis of American Beauty:

“Lester Burnham (Spacey) is a gainfully employed suburban husband and father. Fed up with his boring, stagnant existence, he quits his job and decides to reinvent himself as a pot-smoking, responsibility-shirking teenager. What follows is at once cynical, hysterical, and, eventually, tragically uplifting.”

The late, great critic Roger Ebert gave the psychological drama an impressive four out of four stars in his 1999 review, writing, “Spacey, an actor who embodies intelligence in his eyes and voice, is the right choice for Lester Burnham. He does reckless and foolish things in this movie, but he doesn’t deceive himself; he knows he’s running wild–and chooses to, burning up the future years of an empty lifetime for a few flashes of freedom.”

Is Kevin Spacey Still Working?

Following the controversial actor’s sexual assault trials, Deadline announced back in May that Spacey has signed on to lead a World War II drama titled Melodies in the Forest.

He will play the role of Petr Novotni, an 85-year-old world-renowned conductor whose buried wartime past violently resurfaces.

On Sept. 16, 1967, a 17-year-old Bruce Springsteen belted out a powerhouse Sam & Dave soul song to a room full of New Jersey teenagers. Still playing with his high-school band, The Castiles, he showed off a musical range that offered an early glimpse of the rock legend he would become.

At the Castiles Live at Left Foot show, Springsteen and his young band moved between Jimi Hendrix, Donovan, Moby Grape, the Yardbirds, The Beatles, Leonard Cohen, and Southern soul. Handling lead vocals and guitar on most of the songs, Springsteen was the focal point. But one song in particular really gave him a platform to shine.

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Sam & Dave’s 1966 soul anthem, “Hold On, I’m Comin’,” which has quite the inspired origin story, became one of the duo’s signature songs, peaking at No. 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 and climbing all the way to the top of the R&B chart. Not bad for a Stax classic inspired by a trip to the bathroom.

According to American Songwriter, songwriter/producer David Porter was using the gentleman’s when songwriting partner Isaac Hayes hurried him up. Porter’s response, “Hold on, man, I’m coming,” then became the basis for their next great song. Porter later recounted the same story himself, explaining that the exchange took place at Stax Studios and immediately sparked the song’s title.

In 1988, the song was even named among Rolling Stone’s Best 100 Songs of the Last 25 Years.

That night at the “over 13, under 18” club in Freehold, New Jersey, the club’s manager and St. Peter’s priest, Fred Coleman, captured Springsteen’s performance on a reel-to-reel tape recorder. The surviving recording offers a rare glimpse of Springsteen during his teenage garage-band years, long before he became a household name.

It would be another six years before Springsteen released his solo debut, Greetings From Asbury Park, N.J., in 1973. By then, the high schooler who once sang Sam & Dave songs at a teen club was on his way to becoming one of rock’s biggest stars.

Fast-forward to 2009, Springsteen famously returned to “Hold On, I’m Comin’,” performing the soulful anthem with Sam Moore and the E Street Band at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 25th Anniversary Concert at Madison Square Garden. A masterclass of translating Stax rhythm and blues into high-octane E Street energy, the performance was one for the books.

Springsteen has long spoken about the deep connection between rock and soul music along the Jersey Shore, where he came of age, saying that soul was essential to the local scene.

“There are just places where they cross over. The intensity,” he explained to NPR. “Where it connected for us was that soul music was very popular along the Shore. … If you had a set where you didn’t play any soul music, it was almost impossible. You couldn’t survive on Saturday night. People wanted to hear “Hold On, I’m Comin’.”

And they still do.

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Celine Dion is back.

The “My Heart Will Go On” singer became emotional as she took to the stage in Paris for her first headlining performance in six years amid a series of health battles.

Dion, 58, reunited with her fans on Saturday, September 12, as she kicked off her limited residency at the Paris La Défense Arena. The beloved artist, who has been battled Stiff Person Syndrome for years, will perform 10 live shows between September 12 and October 14.

“This year, I’m getting the best birthday gift of my life. I’m getting the chance to see you, to perform for you,” she announced in March.

Canadian singer Celine Dion reacts as she performs during her first concert of a series at the Plenitude Arena in Nanterre, west of Paris on september 12, 2026. Celine Dion is to fulfil her dream of returning to the stage after years battling a rare neurological disorder, with thousands of fans from all over the world descending on the arena west of Paris. (Photo by Thomas SAMSON / AFP via Getty Images)

“People may not realize how much work Celine put in to fight this condition and to regain her strength and mobility,” Us Weekly reported on Saturday. “It has been constant, consistent work.”

The Canadian superstar opened up about her diagnosis in an interview with Harper’s Bazaar in August, revealing that she had been experiencing symptoms for 17 years before her official diagnosis in 2022.

According to the article, Dion would cite ailments like a sinus infection or a cough whenever she needed to cancel a show due to her symptoms.

“It is a progressive condition. I don’t like to say ‘disease.’ Disease makes you go like this,” she told the outlet.

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Prior to her Paris shows, Dion’s last headlining tour, Courage World Tour wrapped in March 2020, which commenced shortly after she ended her nearly eight-year Las Vegas residency in June 2019.

Unfortunately for fans outside of North America, the Courage World Tour was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

We’re inundated with branding all day, every day, so most of us could probably picture a company’s logo seconds after hearing the brand’s name. But the logos we all know today didn’t always look like what we’re used to. Even some of the most famous company symbols, like Apple, Pepsi and more, once looked really different. For a company to have staying power for decades, they usually have to adapt to the changing times, and sometimes that includes undergoing a rebrand. If you think you know what the logos for all the major companies are, think again. Some of them started out totally unrecognizable to today’s consumers.

Not all companies can successfully undergo a branding switch-up. For example, in August 2025, Cracker Barrel tried to remove the picture of the man leaning on a barrel from its iconic logo after 48 years. The public outcry over the new minimalist emblem was so extensive that the company decided to return to the original image just a week later.

Perhaps it was helpful that many of the logo changes covered here happened long before the brands became household names or could be easily reached on social media accounts. In any case, examining the evolution of these famous companies will mean you never look at their current logos the same. Do you recognize any of these 11 vintage logos people probably forgot ever existed?

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The Nostalgia Trap: Why Old Logos Hold So Much Power Over Us

Nostalgia will always have a place in marketing, and logos are a key way to convey that feeling. This can be achieved either by companies staying consistent and familiar through the years, or sometimes even by reverting back to older, more colorful logos and away from the modern, minimalistic aesthetic.

According to Ad Age, Burger King tried the latter in 2021, with a redesign of their logo to return to the retro aesthetic and vintage color scheme of the business’s branding from 1969. And Inc reported that Pepsi also made a return to a familiar look in 2023, after consumer research found that customers liked the logos from the ’70s and ’80s, per USA Today.

This nostalgia is likely the same reason why Cracker Barrel’s rebrand flopped—people liked the familiarity of the logo they’d spent 48 years seeing. Forbes reported that studies have found that inducing memories through sensory experiences like sights and sounds can create a sense of self-esteem and social connection.

Not every company has chosen to go back in time to old logos or to keep theirs the same through the years, but the 11 companies below all have significantly shifted from their original looks.

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11 Vintage Logos Hiding in the History Books 1. 1976 Apple logo

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2. 1979 Gucci logo

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3. 1983 United Airlines logo

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4. 1955 McDonald’s logo

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5. 1971 Starbucks logo

Here is a more censored version of the original 1971 Starbucks logo. But there is another NSFW original.

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6. 1964 Doritos logo

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7. 2012 Instagram logo

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8. 1940 Pepsi logo

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9. 2013 Snapchat logo

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10. 1962 Taco Bell logo The original Taco Bell restaurant, located in Downey, CA, pictured here, was moved via a truck to the company’s headquarters in Irvine in 2015.

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11. 1940 AT&T logo A view of the AT&T Building at the 1939 New York World’s Fair in Flushing Meadows, Queens, New York City, NY, in 1940.

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The Hidden Messages and Design Secrets We Completely Missed 1. Apple paying homage to Isaac Newton The Apple II microcomputer was designed and built by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak by the end of 1976, and it has the new (at the time) Apple logo. It was the first mass-marketed personal computer.

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The 1976 Apple logo was a black-and-white drawing of mathematician Isaac Newton sitting under an apple tree. According to BGR, the anecdote of Newton being hit in the head with an apple is frequently used to indicate an “aha” moment or innovation, which Apple was certainly doing in the tech space.

The vintage design was eventually retired in 1977 for the more iconic “apple with a bite out of it” logo. Per Creative Bits, Rob Janoff, the designer of the new logo, said the pen-and-ink drawing of Newton was just too complex to put on the computer shells.

2. The forgotten McDonald’s mascot

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You know Ronald McDonald, but what about Speedee? The company’s first mascot was a chef with a hamburger head, appropriately named Speedee to denote how the restaurant planned to quickly give food to customers. Speedee was retired in 1962, according to Mashed, and now the company is known for its golden arch logo.

3. The naked Starbucks logo

When Starbucks first debuted its mermaid-inspired design, the mascot was topless. According to the Starbucks website, the design, though risqué, was considered fine “when printed at small scale.”

When the company expanded and needed delivery trucks with larger logos, the emblem was redesigned to have the siren’s hair covering her chest (pictured in #5). The logo of course went through more edits to get to the minimalistic siren seen on cups today.

What Modern Graphic Designers Can Learn From Classic Branding

Vintage branding often carries with it a timelessness. It’s all about creating a lasting mark that also evokes emotion and gets people to form a familiarity with your brand. Pro Design School noted that Massimo Vignelli, who designed the American Airlines logo, often led with timeless designs that avoided fleeting trends. The site reported that Milton Glaser, who created the “I [heart] NY” logo, was similarly interested in striking designs that could emotionally resonate with people.

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Part of the reason familiarity or a return to vintage vibes can work for a company is that it targets that childhood nostalgia. We may remember growing up with a brand, and seeing it return to its former look as adults takes us back to those days. I know I’m still waiting for Kraft to bring back the Cheesasaurus Rex mascot for their macaroni and cheese commercials. It would definitely make me more inclined to pick up a box at the store.

At the end of the day, familiarity is timeless, and the most recognizable logos are designed to have a lasting impact.

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The Rolling Stones released their 1972 hit song, “Tumbling Dice,” which still stands as one of the band’s most celebrated tracks and continues to resonate with audiences decades later.

Featured as the lead single from their acclaimed album Exile on Main St., the song was included in Rolling Stone’s 500 Best Songs of All Time, where it claimed the No. 86 spot.

The publication highlighted frontman Mick Jagger’s powerful vocals, which suited the track’s slow and relaxed rhythm, giving “Tumbling Dice” its raw mood, accompanied by Mick Taylor’s “slinky slide-guitar parts.”

Amid the golden era of the 1970s, “Tumbling Dice” was a commercial success.

The Rolling Stones members Mick Jagger, Ron Wood (Ronnie Wood) and Keith Richards performing live onstage at the Oshawa Civic Auditorium.

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Besides being a radio staple at the time, the song peaked at No. 7 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and spent 10 weeks on the chart, while it reached No. 5 on the UK Singles Chart.

The song began as an earlier version titled “Good Time Woman” before evolving into “Tumbling Dice” during The Rolling Stones’ recording session in the musty basement of Villa Nellcote in France, a mansion rented by lead guitarist Keith Richards.

“We worked on that for a couple of weeks at least, just the basic track,”  legendary British sound engineer and record producer Andy Johns recalled, as cited by uDiscover Music. “I know we had a hundred reels of tape on the basic track.”

According to Jagger, the earlier version had different lyrics, but he wasn’t satisfied with them and eventually developed the song into “Tumbling Dice.”

“It started out with a great riff from Keith and we had it down as a completed song called Good Time Women,’” he shared in a 2010 interview with The Sun, as cited by Songfacts, adding “That take is one of the bonus tracks on the new Exile package; it was quite fast and sounded great but I wasn’t happy with the lyrics.”

The frontman also mentioned the participation of their housekeeper, who helped him understand the terminology he could incorporate into the song.

“Later, I got the title in my head, ‘call me the tumbling dice,’ so I had the theme for it,” Jagger mentioned. “I didn’t know anything about dice playing, but I knew lots of jargon used by dice players. I’d heard gamblers in casinos shouting it out. I asked my housekeeper if she played dice. She did and she told me these terms. That was the inspiration.”

From its early incarnation as “Good Time Women” to becoming one of The Rolling Stones’ defining hits, “Tumbling Dice” emerged from a creative period that helped shape the band’s musical legacy.

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Who said the Beanie Babies craze from the nineties was over? TY Beanie Babies were never a passing fad for the tried-and-true collectors. These adorably squishy vintage toys resonate with everyone’s inner child—including yours! The Beanie Baby that matches you is based on your birth month.

All birth months are distinct from one another, since each birth month is made up of two different zodiac signs. This means all birth months are known for their individuality, unique personality attributes, and signature cosmic energy. The energy of your birth month feels called to one of the classic Beanie Babies that aligns with your vibe. Some months may be paired with one of the original nine Beanie Babies, while others may feature one of the newer releases.

Read on to find your Beanie Baby, according to your birth month.

Your Beanie Baby, Based on Your Birth Month

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January: Waddle the Penguin

Individuals with January birthdays cannot help but fall in love with their wintery Beanie Baby, Waddle the Penguin. This adorable penguin captures January’s Saturnian energy, which comes from being co-ruled by Capricorn and Aquarius. January’s Saturnian energy lends a strong work ethic and determined spirit that’s mirrored in Waddle the Penguin. Aside from exemplifying January’s hardworking, tenacious spirit, Waddle the Penguin also shares this birth month’s famously refined demeanor.

February: Patti the Platypus

February babies are known for their unusual, dreamy personalities. No two February birthdays are alike, since this month is heavily influenced by individualistic Aquarius and fantastical Pisces. Although everyone born in February marches to the beat of their own drum, they can at least agree that Patti the Platypus matches February’s energy. Patti the Platypus embodies the authenticity and uniqueness that this birth month and Beanie Baby are beloved for.

March: Mystic the Unicorn

Similar to February, those born in March are also dreamy individuals. March shares the fantastical Pisces spirit, which is coupled with their Aries-inspired passion. Those born in March are fiercely courageous in pursuing their dreams, so they’re attuned with Mystic the Unicorn. Mystic the Unicorn represents this birth month’s aspirations and infectious energy. There’s no doubt that March’s magic and vitality lives on in this whimsical Beanie Baby.

April: Cubbie the Bear

April loves the classic Beanie Babies. They’re a mix of self-starting Aries and loyal Taurus, so April knows that nothing beats the original. Cubbie the Bear—a.k.a. Brownie the Bear—is April’s match made in toy heaven. Like those born in April, this sweet, brown bear started it all. Both April and Cubbie share an entrepreneurial spirit and unbeatable willpower. Both this birth month and this Beanie Baby can be counted on to pave the way forward.

May: Legs the Frog

Hop to it, May. People with May birthdays share Taurus’ grounded energy and Gemini’s  flexibility, so this birth month is known for their easygoing personalities. While many Beanie Babies reflect this, May cannot help but feel drawn to Legs the Frog. May’s friendly nature and mutable spirit is reflected in this cute green frog. Legs the Frog always captures May’s attention, because this Beanie Baby represents May’s sweet, relaxed disposition.

June: Spot the Dog

People born in June need a Beanie Baby that reflects their kindness and loyalty. This birth month is home to Gemini and Cancer, which means all June-born are known for being highly attuned with their surroundings. The only Beanie Baby that resonates with June’s perceptiveness is Spot the Dog. June cannot help but see their self-awareness, consideration, and loving heart mirrored in Spot the Dog.

July: Garcia the Bear

Those born in July want a Beanie Baby with a big personality. July is known for being well-rounded and vivacious, since this birth month is ruled by the luminary signs, Cancer and Leo. Although there are many winsome Beanie Babies, Garcia the Bear truly captures July’s character. Garcia the Bear’s tie-dye appearance resonates with July’s vibrancy and charisma. There’s no doubt that this is arguably the most colorful Beanie Baby and birth month pairing.

August: Princess the Bear

August doesn’t want just any old Beanie Baby, because this month shares Leo’s pride and Virgo’s high standards. Those born during August want a high-end toy that feels refined and classy, so they’re drawn to Princess the Bear. Not only is Princess the Bear fit for this birth month, but Princess the Bear’s also aligned with the late Princess Diana. August cannot deny that Princess the Bear perfectly complements their regality and demureness. 

September: Fleece the Lamb

Individuals with September birthdays are pure of heart, so their Beanie Baby should represent this. September can thank Virgo and Libra for their goodness and virtue. Although many Beanie Babies have an undoubtedly sweet quality, Fleece the Lamb truly captures September’s wholesomeness. Similar to those born in September, Fleece the Lamb has a sweet, docile personality that cannot be beat. September won’t be able to resist how perfect this Beanie Baby is for them.

October: Batty the Bat

It’s only right to pair October with a spooky Beanie Baby. This birth month is home to lovely Libra and mysterious Scorpio, so all October-born are known for their complexity. October may not resonate with many Beanie Babies, but Batty the Bat stands out. Batty the Bat captures October’s charm and allure, while still exemplifying this birth month’s elusive aura. October knows that there isn’t a spookier or sweeter match than Batty the Bat.

November: Kuku the Cockatoo

November needs a strong, self-assured Beanie Baby that embodies their Scorpionic power and Sagittarian honesty. People born during this month are known for having a presence. They’re upfront, bold individuals who feel strongly connected to Kuku the Cockatoo. Most may not consider this Beanie Baby for this birth month, but Kuku the Cockatoo captures November’s intellectual depth. November cannot resist spending hours conversing and learning with their very own Kuku.

December: Peanut the Elephant

People born in December look for wisdom and worldliness in their nostalgic stuffies. December cannot help but take their toys seriously, given that they’re influenced by cultured Sagittarius and expectant Capricorn. Luckily, Peanut the Elephant has everything December could ask for and more. Peanut the Elephant embodies December’s experienced nature and wisdom, while still appealing to December’s inner child. This birth month will never get tired of Peanut, because this elephant ticks off all December’s boxes.

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