Thoughts, p. 8
The Simple List, p. 12
Editor’s Note, p. 25
Your Words
- This Month’s Question, p. 27
What smart tool helps you stay organized? - No-Obligation Book Club, p. 30
What contemporary book will stand the test of time?
The Realist
- May at a Glance, p. 35
New-baby smell: It’s a real thing - Worth Sharing, p. 36
Monthly status updates from across the Web - New Uses for a Carabiner, p. 38
- Trend Worth Trying, p. 40
Nautical accents - Fresh Pick, p. 42
Strawberries - Now What?!?, p. 44
Smart solutions for life’s little disasters - Beauty Boost, p. 46
Charcoal skin care - Real Simplifier, p. 48
How to lead a group - Little Helpers, p. 50
Life Lessons
- Good Read, p. 55
Elizabeth Berg describes how one moment of regret taught her the importance of giving - Modern Manners, p. 64
Catherine Newman on dealing with dietary restrictions, disgruntled relatives, and more - Expertise, p. 69
Five things you should know about your mom
The Guide
Home
- 31 Ways to Get Organized Now, p. 76
Budget-friendly must-haves and ingenious ideas for every room in the house - Ask the Organizer, p. 91
Your most confounding clutter conundrums, solved
Beauty
- Rays of Hope, p. 97
Everything you want to know about laser treatments - Road Test, p. 102
Sponges - Pretty Smart, p. 105
The latest beauty products and tips that save time, money, and your sanity
Family
- Wait for It, p. 111
Smart strategies to help you and your kids be more patient
Fashion
- Happy Feet, p. 119
This season’s newest sandals, from minimalist to maximalist - Your Ultimate Color Guide, p. 127
The secrets to wearing it well - Trend Analysis, p. 135
The best tropical prints for your body type
Health
- Wallflowers in Bloom, p. 147
Anyone can become more socially confident. Here’s how - The Decoder, p. 159
Tooth whiteners - 10 Minutes and You’re Done, p. 165
Plank workout
Money
- Moneywise, p. 169
The best hotel rewards programs; what to ask at a job interview; the pros and cons of extended auto warranties
Features
- Mother-in-Law & Order, p. 178
Why is the mother-in-law/daughter-in-law relationship so fraught? And how, exactly, can you make it better? - Yard-Sale Spectacular, p. 186
The comprehensive, no-fail plan to cash in on your castoffs - Simply Breathtaking, p. 192
These sexy one-piece swimsuits will blow you out of the water
Food
- Cheat Sheets, p. 206
To make these six delicious dinners, all you need is a basic sheet pan and an oven. Done - Things Cooks Know, p. 215
Simplifying strategies, techniques, and tips—from the Real Simple test kitchen to yours - Road Test, p. 217
Yogurt - Quick Takes, p. 222
10 ideas for avocados - Five Easy Dinners, p. 225
- Nutritional Index, p. 237
Credits, p. 238
Where to buy products featured in this issue
10 Under $50, p. 242
Clip and Save: Real Simple to Go, p. 243
