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La LOOP—The world’s first necklace for eyewear.

Why: Debuting in 2000, la LOOP necklaces for eyewear were the first to combine luxury, fashion and function. Seen on A-listers like Brad Pitt and Adrian Grenier, La LOOP chains feature a patented 360-degree swiveling loop that hangs at the center of each necklace, so you can rest assured that your sunglasses will stay out of harms way. No more losing your aviators or squishing your Tom Fords. Just take a moment to peruse the selection, and you’ll find they have a wide variety of “loops” for both guys and gals in all sorts of colors and materials. From leather and precious metals to gemstones and more, there’s a la LOOP for everyone.

The Snake Silver la LOOP necklace is shown here; a sexy, sleek, contemporary necklace that serves the manly man and his need for a practical sunglasses holder perfectly.

Price: $225

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Like socks on a hardwood floor, FunSlides® give you that same “fun-powered glide” on CARPET! These Carpet Skates™ have a friction resistant plastic base and foam foot grip with an adjustable hook and loop closure. Just strap them onto athletic shoes and you are ready to go!

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Prep: Cook: Ready In 35 min. Serves 4

Ingredients
1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
1 pound 90%-lean ground beef
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Cooking Instructions
1. Preheat grill to medium-high or preheat the broiler.

2. Combine Cheddar and Gruyere in a small bowl.

3. Gently mix beef, Worcestershire, paprika and pepper in a large bowl, preferably with your hands, without overworking. Shape into 8 thin, 4-inch-wide patties. Mound 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture on each of 4 patties, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Cover each with one of the remaining patties. Crimp and seal the edges closed.

4. To grill: Lightly oil the grill rack (see Tip). Grill the stuffed patties over medium-high heat, about 4 minutes per side for medium-well. (Be sure not to press the burgers as they cook or they’ll split open and the cheese will ooze out.) To broil: Cover a broiler pan with foil and coat with cooking spray. Broil the stuffed patties in the upper third of the oven, about 4 minutes per side for medium-well. In either case, let the burgers stand for 5 minutes before serving.

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Stick with Tradition and Make Everyone Happy
Independence, stars and stripes, fireworks, and blueberry pie - that’s what July 4th is all about. It’s a day full of tradition that falls in the middle of the lazy days of summer. As hot as the weather may be, there’s no need to sweat the menu. Go with America’s traditional barbecue favorites, and everyone will be happy.

If you’re not sure what to serve at a classic barbecue, just ask a kid and they will tell you- corn on the cob, hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad, ribs and something chocolate for dessert. You might add some chips and dip for starters, something green and a fruit dessert to take advantage of the season’s best produce. Beyond that, serve plenty of cold beverages to beat summer’s heat.

Finally, pull out your red, white and blue table accessories, and flags for decorations.

Then, sit back, and savor America’s freedoms and the simplicity of time-honored traditions.