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Adopting a dog is like adding a member to the family, it's not something to be taken lightly. Proper research should always be done when looking to adopt. Although all dogs are amazing, not all dogs are amazing for families. Some get nervous or aggressive while others require constant individual attention. If you're looking for the best dog to add to your family, here are some qualities to take into consideration:           ENERGY LEVEL The best kid friendly dogs are ones with tons of energy. You want to gauge the energy level of your potential pup...

On August 26, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution granted women in this country the right to vote, and in 1971, the date was officially designated Women's Equality Day. While we think the amazing accomplishments of women should be celebrated every day, we're acknowledging this year's Women's Equality Day with five fantastic females who are defying expectation and getting things done, often in the face of insurmountable adversity. Who run the world? Well, I think you know the answer to that question.  Malala Yousafzai In 2012, at the age of 15, Malala Yousafzai was shot by Taliban...

Driven by our love of all things lavender — especially lavender cocktails — we've proclaimed this week Lavender Week here at Drinking Divas. August is prime season for most lavender varieties, so all week long, we'll be sharing some of our favorite lavender drinks on our social channels. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram so you don't miss a thing. And, because we like you, we've rounded up five great lavender drinks right here to start things off with a delicious bang. Head to your nearest farmers' market or well-stocked gourmet grocery and grab all the...

When it's hot AF, only a smooth, cold iced coffee will do. In order to add some pep to your summer step, while saving a bundle off coffee house prices, we've dug into the top five tips for perfecting your cold brew at home. You're welcome! 1. Choose Your Method While some folks like to brew a regular pot of coffee and pour it over ice, it can be tricky to control quantity and strength with that method. That's where cold brews and single-cup strategies come in. The New York Times is especially keen on the topic, offering up a...

On August 3, we'll celebrate the ubiquitous melon of summer with National Watermelon Day. We've rounded up these five refreshing watermelon cocktails to help you celebrate — even if you didn't know that National Watermelon Day was a thing! Watermelon Sangria Watermelon + Wine = Yum with this spectacular sangria recipe from Delish. An assortment of fruit gives it great color, and we love the extra kick from the rum. Serve in Drinking Divas wine glasses for extra yum! Basil Gimlet Fizz Add a little sparkle to your watermelon with this delicious Basil Gimlet Fizz from the doyenne of drinks, Martha...