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For years, chips have been the American way of snacking. Chips are delicious, crunchy snacks that can satisfy our everyday cravings. They are also known to be a common side dish to meals (especially at lunch), an appetizer option for many restaurants (especially Tex-Mex, served with salsa/dip), and even a base ingredient for meals (such as nachos, hard tacos, frito pie, etc.). Chips are usually eaten at lunch, dinner, and even as "in-between" snacks. But for the majority of chip history, they have not been a very healthy snack.  Until just several years ago, new chip companies and chip products have started to bloom with much healthier options. In fact, did you know Kettle Brand chips were the first non-GMO chip product that was produced for consumers? Continue reading for the Top 10 Healthiest Chips for snacking (not in order). Popchips, Salt & Pepper Popchips are potato chips, but are neither baked or fried. Instead they are "popped." There...

F irst of all, what do I mean by a "DIY Wedding?" A wedding that is  at least  75% of planning and services done by YOU.  This means NO fancy venues, expensive wedding cakes, unnecessary rentals, catering, and more.   If this isn't you, then you will not find this DIY Wedding Checklist helpful...at all. If this is you, then read on and enjoy! On the side note.... Which one are you? : Just got engaged (but having a short engagement -- 4 to 6 months)?  No worries. You'd be surprised how many people pull of an entire DIY wedding in less than 4 or 5 months, so if they can, so can you. Just follow the Wedding Checklist and Timeline below: Not yet "officially" engaged (but know you are about to be)?  I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you to plan ahead, especially if you are planning the wedding all by yourself. No, you absolutely don't need to buy anything yet (and shouldn't) but you  must  plan ahead and know exactly what you want to do. That...