One of the best places to visit in the summer and take your family for some great fun is actually two cities bumping shoulders in the northern part of the United States. Known as the Twin Cities, Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minn., have an abundance of Minnesota charm, physical activities, historical sights, scenic beauty and the biggest shopping mecca of the world to keep any person entertained for a week, or even just a long weekend.

Ridding yourself of things you no longer need is something that requires periodic attention, but can be a cathartic experience. The next time you decide to purge your household junk, follow these easy tips to help make your garage or yard sale as profitable as possible. The extra space and money you'll gain is worth the time you put in.

Whether traveling on vacation or staying home, the summer means more time spent out and about. With activities ranging from swimming at the local pool to attending festivals, amusement parks and sporting events, people are visiting new places and new buildings.

You've seen the posters decorating mailboxes, telephone poles and trees in your neighborhood. The picture of a cat - usually curled up in the sun or giving a curious look to the camera - with "LOST" in bold, capital letters and a contact number underneath. Sadly, less than 5 percent of lost cats make it home. Whether your cat stays inside or roams the outdoors, tagging is the best way to keep him safe.

From the time you first bring your baby home, ensuring your little one is getting the nutrition he needs is critical. As your baby grows, those nutritional needs change, requiring different types of diets.

Collecting coupons remains to be one of the best ways for families to save on everyday expenses - from cleaning supplies and health and beauty items to food and paper products.

It's a scene right out of summer blockbuster "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen." While not many parents are faced with a child destined to save mankind from the attack of an alien species, many can certainly identify with the life changing event that can lead to "empty nest syndrome."

The end of summer doesn't mean you need to head indoors to cook your meals. The ease of operating gas grills ensures that grilling is a great way to prepare a meal any time of year, and seasonal food can inspire grillers to try new recipes.

Nutritious, affordable and delicious, but are potatoes convenient for today's time-strapped mom trying to get dinner on the table in a hurry? Yes.

For some parents, it feels like just yesterday when you were dropping your young adult off at college. You met the roommate, cleaned the dorm room from top to bottom, then played movers for a day as you hauled all their items into a tiny room for two. It was emotional. It was a breath of relief. And it made your house rather empty. Then four years later, you found yourself in the same situation.