Whether you’re planning a party for yourself or the kiddos, we’ve rounded up the best Zoom birthday backgrounds, including balloons, confetti, Marvel, Star Wars, Disney and more. Something tells us, it’ll be a birthday you’ll never forget. Here are the best Zoom backgrounds for virtual birthdays. Birthday Zoom Backgrounds Star Wars-Themed Birthday Party Backgrounds Disney-Themed Birthday Party Backgrounds Pixar-Themed Birthday Party Backgrounds Marvel-Themed Birthday Party Backgrounds Next, 8 virtual games to play with friends over Zoom!...

Betty White Quotes “Kindness and consideration of somebody besides yourself keeps you feeling young.” - To Katie Couric On CBS Sunday Morning, 2011 “I have no regrets at all. None. I consider myself to be the luckiest old broad on two feet.”— To Guinness World Records (In 2014, she was awarded the Guinness World Record for Longest TV Career for an Entertainer (Female). “Everybody needs a passion. That’s what keeps life interesting....

For those of you unacquainted with this ingredient though, here’s a quick introduction to seitan (also known as miàn jīn and milgogi), along with 35 of the best seitan recipes to make with it. What is Seitan? Pronounced as “say-tan,” seitan is a food made of vital wheat gluten. It’s made by “washing” wheat flour of all the starch until all that is left is an elastic mass of gluten (the main protein of meat), which is then cooked and can be fried, steamed, baked or prepared multiple other ways....

It happens in the first few months of every new year. Those tasty little bites of sugary goodness come along just as we have made promises to ourselves to stick to a diet or a new exercise program. Some folks with oodles of willpower are able to turn the other way when a sweet-faced little girl asks them to support her Girl Scout Troop by buying a package (or ten!...

Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1913, he first considered the priesthood or the law before taking on an assistant high school coaching position in Englewood, New Jersey. It was clear Lombardi had something special; he even took the school basketball team to the state championship–without knowing much about basketball. “He didn’t know about basketball, but he knew about people,” said one of his students. “He was a master psychologist....

Not sure where to look for Bible verses about forgiveness? No worries, since forgiveness is found throughout the Bible. We gathered 50 of the best Bible verses and scriptures about forgiveness that will help you in pretty much every type of situation. These Bible verses will not only be great guidelines for you to follow when it comes to forgiving, but they’ll also teach you why forgiveness is so important....

According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the top baby boy name of 2022 was Liam—adopted by both Tori Spelling and Colin Hanks—and the top baby girl name of 2022 was Olivia—likely inspired by Drew Barrymore and Sasha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher who chose the similar name “Olive” for their respective baby girls. But both baby name experts and the SSA have predictions about what will be popular in 2023 based on celebrity trends....

Whether you’re looking for fun Halloween game ideas or fun ways to make your Halloween party theme look even more Instagrammable, this big list is full of frightfully brilliant ideas (from painting pumpkins to a witch hat game!). Follow along to see how these 50 spooky Halloween party ideas—from Halloween recipes to Halloween DIY decorations and everything in between—can turn even your basic Halloween bash into a spectacular fright fest....

Earth Day Trivia Questions and Answers Question: Who is credited with founding Earth Day?Answer: Gaylord Nelson Question: The founder of Earth Day is a senator from which state?Answer: Wisconsin Question: Who took Earth Day international?Answer: Denis Hayes Question: When is Earth Day?Answer: April 22 Question: Earth Day’s date was chosen because it falls between which two events on college campuses?Answer: Spring break and final exams Question: When was the first Earth Day?...

The Sanderson Sisters (Winifred, Sarah and Mary), Max, Allison, and Thackery Binx are the most iconic Halloween movie characters of all time. You’ve got magic, you’ve got sass, you’ve got a teenage virgin who lit the fated Black Flamed Candle. What more could you want in a Halloween movie? Oh—zombies, talking black cats, and a magical book? Yeah, Hocus Pocus has all that, too! Whether you’re channeling your inner witch or need something fun to get you through a dreary October day, these quotes from Hocus Pocus will put the pep in your step, the Ha!...

Of course, the trip won’t be complete without some snapshots to create memories and share with your friends on Instagram. So, make sure to dress accordingly in either matching flannels, oversized sweaters, denim jackets or even Halloween costumes. Once you’ve collected some IG-worthy photos, you’ll want some spicy captions to go along with them. Don’t worry if you can’t come up with your own, we’ve fleshed out some creative pumpkin patch Instagram captions for you!...

Part of that, of course, is beautifully complex characters and relationships fans love to ship and can relate to; the other part is a dialogue that can only be described as nothing short of exquisite. With the series coming to an end, here are countless quotes from This Is Us that pull at the heartstrings and address core truths about life, love and what it means to be human. From William’s This Is Us quote that had us bawling in the week before the finale, to Jack’s quotes to Rebecca in the series finale to the quotes from the finale we’ll never forget, we rounded them up here....

Christians of numerous denominations observe Lent each year typically with the goals of truly remembering their great need for God, along with taking away a habit or guilty pleasure that they realize they’ve either come to rely on, have been enjoying or prioritizing more than fellowship with God, or spend far too much of their time doing. Some popular things to give up include soda, sugar, social media, TV, or even actions like gossiping or complaining....

If you’ve sought out low-sugar recipes that still satisfy a craving for something sweet, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Medjool dates listed on the ingredients list. The fruit is becoming increasingly popular in baked goods either blended up or transformed into a syrup. Medjool dates are a traditional crop in the Middle East and Northern Africa and are eaten fresh as well as dried. “As a Muslim dietitian, [I can share first-hand that] dates are a favored fruit in Islam....

Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned. The vacuum allows for a ton of flexibility. It boasts 120 minutes of battery runtime, a self-cleaning brush roll that picks up all that pet hair and a bendable wand that cleans under furniture and allows for easy storage....

Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned. Right now, you can get two roomy Turkish cotton towels, two matching hand towels, and two wash cloths for just $40—that’s $33 off! The towels are OEKO-Tex certified for your safety and feature a long loop-pile design for maximum fluffiness and absorbency....

“When my name was called, obviously, I was pleased,” Parker told Parade.com at an American Idol party celebrating the Top 14. “I think it’s life changing. I look at the competition a little differently now because I know that no one is safe. This is a dream come true, so just to hear my name was freaking crazy. But I signed up for Idol for a reason, and I’m glad the judges believe in me and are giving me a second shot....

Also, in addition to judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Luke Byran, the Top 7 were joined by Grammy Award-winning artist and producer will.i.am, who returned to the search for the next superstar to mentor the remaining contestants vying for a spot in the Top 5. Then, America voted and at the end of the night to see who was eliminated last night on American Idol and the Top 5 were announced by host Ryan Seacrest....

According to booking documentation obtained by Entertainment Weekly, on April 7, the victim and her roommate discovered a device underneath their futon. Initially thought to be a phone charger, it was actually a VR-500 Voice Activated Recorder. After reviewing the audio files from the recorder, Hardy’s voice could be heard as he was delivering and most likely installing the device in the room. The victim alleges in other documentation that he had previously recorded her through other means and had even planted another “bug” in her dorm room that he later discarded....

One note: Beware of potential Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches spoilers ahead, because obviously the series takes most of its cues from the novels! Anne Rice’s Lives of the Mayfair Witches Trilogy Books In Order 1. The Witching Hour (1990) The first book in The Lives of the Mayfair Witches trilogy is The Witching Hour. The novel follows Rowan Mayfair as she struggles to come to terms with her own power and untangle the web of her past....