It may be February, but it was 85 degrees here the other day so summer doesn't seem quite so far away. Now is the perfect time to start getting your home ready for the season of warm weather and outdoor activities. Here in Mississippi, summer comes quickly, and you know you want to be ready for all the fun the season brings. Your home should be ready, too, and there are a few simple ways to be ...
House & Home
The Busy Mom’s Guide to Decluttering and Simplifying Your Life
For me, one of the most challenging aspects of homemaking for me is keeping control of all the clutter. Let's face it: time is a precious commodity, which means decluttering your home can feel like a challenge you don’t want to undertake. It's overwhelming, and to be honest, I avoid it like the plague at times. Still, even I realize decluttering is important because it can really help to make your ...
5 Easy Ways to Help Make Your New House a Home
There isn't much more exciting than moving into a new home...or anything quite as stressful. While we were staying in Houston for my husband's radiation last year, one of my sisters was settling into a new home with her family. Day by day, there were hiccups to deal with and design decisions to make. I enjoyed watching (and hopefully helping a little) as she turned a beautiful new house into a ...
Digital Planner for Caregivers Like Me
A caregiver planner designed for caregivers like me! A month or so ago, I sat in an ER trying to remember my father-in-law's health history and struggling to understand what he was trying to tell me so I could relay that information to the nurse. As I sat right beside the "No Cell Phone Use" sign, I texted and called my husband for help repeatedly because I simply didn't know all ...