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Fourth of July facts and figures

Fourth of July facts and figures

On July 4th, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, setting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As always, this most American of holidays will be marked by parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country. Here are some interesting facts and figures regarding this summertime holiday/

24 sensational sand sculptures

24 sensational sand sculptures

These beach-born works of art go above and beyond your typical sand castle. Check out these sensational sand sculptures.

Aww! Incredibly cute moments with dad

Aww! Incredibly cute moments with dad

Take a look at some adorable vintage photos of kids and animals spending time with dad.

 
  • Running errands or scooting from room to room with essentials (phone, tablet computer, catalogs, water bottles), this wide-mouthed tote stays standing when it's set down. Find it at <a href=Barnes and Noble, $24.95." title="Gifts for women" class="cmGalleryThumbImage" />
  • Cashmere is good. These days, it's easy to find cashmere on sale in department stores. Or splurge and make the gift a little bigger, with something like this cashmere cardigan from <a href=Red Envelope for about $200. " title="Gifts for women" class="cmGalleryThumbImage" />
  • Buy pajamas for her or for the whole family, with a wide range of prices at <a href=PajamaGram.com." title="Gifts for women" class="cmGalleryThumbImage" />
  • Fine this and lots of other cute bracelets for under $15 at UrbanOutfitters.com.
  • Seriously, every woman should have her own cordless drill. Even if she's not handy, she'll be happy to have her own drill when a handy friend stops by to help out. This Black & Decker is $39.97 at HomeDepot.com.
  • Put a ring on it! This ring holder at <a href=ContainerStore.com is $7.99, and the ring is up to you." title="Gifts for women" class="cmGalleryThumbImage" />
  • Consider a palette of fancy red lipsticks, especially if the gift recipient would not usually buy herself red lipstick. They will be fun! This 6-lipstick compact from MacCosmetics.com costs $40.
  • The Pink Heart Ice Pack is 4 inches across -- perfect size for a lunch bag. A set of two costs less than $10 on Amazon.com. Wrap them in a lunch box filled with food containers and you suddenly have a full-fledged gift.