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March 13, 2025

5 Tips to Make You More Handy Around the House

With one of our kids nearing the end of her college career, I can't help but wonder if we've taught her enough of the life skills she needs to take care of herself and her things when she heads out into the world on her own. After all, DIY is becoming something of a lost art. There was a time when all homeowners were able to make repairs and upgrades to their living spaces, but in this day and age, many do-it-yourself skills are dying out. With the rise of mobile devices and the internet, it is now easier than ever to find and hire someone to fix an issue in your home. Whether it’s a power outage or a water heater installation, help is just a ...

March 13, 2025

Creative Indoor Activities for Rainy Days with Toddlers

Rainy days with a toddler can feel like an endless round of snack requests, toy volcanoes, and spontaneous fits of boredom. It’s tempting to stay hidden away, but with the right activities, a drizzly afternoon can be nice and rewarding. The Ultimate DIY Sensory Bin If you haven’t done a sensory bin yet, you’re in for a simple parenting victory. You just need a big container and some textures for your kiddo to dig into—like rice, pasta, pom-poms, or lentils. Throw in some scoops, cups, and spoons, and you’ve got an active play area that will engage them much longer than you’ll anticipate. It’s extremely easy to customize based on your ...

March 10, 2025

Why Your Home Needs a Fireplace and What You Need to Do if You Have One

One of the most disappointing things about the mild winter we just had was not the lack of snow. It was the fact we NEVER used our fireplace. I'm not kidding. Not even once. Usually, we keep it going for days at a time, but not this year. It was frustrating to me because nothing beats the comforting glow of a fireplace on a cold evening. From crackling wood fires to flickering gas flames, fireplaces have an undeniable appeal that instantly transforms any home into an inviting retreat. While the charm of a fireplace cannot be denied, owning and maintaining one requires a few must-dos that must be considered before adding one into your home or ...

March 10, 2025

3 Simple Ways to Make Your Home Feel New Without Much Effort

Moving into a new home feels amazing. It's so exciting when you finally have a place to call your own. The new feeling is a great one, too, isn't it? But let's face it: after a while, the newness wears off. Especially if you've been living in your home for a while. We've been in ours almost 20 years, and it was not new when we bought it. So, if you're like me, you might be looking for ways to make your home feel new again. There are more than a few ways you can do it, and it doesn't even have to take a lot of time and effort. You just need to focus on the right areas. In fact, with a little effort some of these little changes will make a ...

March 10, 2025

3 Home Maintenance Tasks to Do Regularly

Owning your own home is usually a dream come true, right? Something you save for and strive for, and it’s a thrilling experience when that dream becomes a reality. Not long after, however, you wake up from the dream and reality sets in. You realize just how much more there is to owning a home than moving in and decorating. You actually have to maintain your home and put some time and effort into it. A lot of time and effort. It can be completely overwhelming and more than a little complicated to keep track of all the things you must do to maintain your home. If you get behind on maintenance, the cost to make repairs can be expensive, so ...