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July 31, 2025

Smart Ways to Cut Costs Around Your Home

I know I don't have to tell you that the price of everything is going up. You've noticed, right? Running and maintaining a home has always come with costs, but these days, those costs are getting higher and higher. Unfortunately, most of our salaries are staying the same, so if you're like me, you're looking for ways to cut costs around your home. Let me share a few smart ways you can do so. Meal plan and batch cook One of the smartest ways to cut costs around your home is to meal plan and batch cook. Meal planning is the act of deciding what you will eat each day for every meal, gathering your recipes, and then making a shopping ...

July 31, 2025

Tips for Storm-Proofing Your Home

It's hurricane season, and we live just close enough to the Gulf Coast to get concerned when the tropics get active. After all, while the world watched New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the "landmass" I live in was without power and water for months in some places, including the area where we live. (And, no, we will NEVER forget being called a "landmass.") So, when the weather gets dangerous, how do we prepare our homes? From keeping interior features well-maintained to ensuring water doesn't come inside, here are some helpful suggestions for storm-proofing your home. Take Care of the Home's Exterior The ...

July 30, 2025

8 Creative Ways To Use Concrete In Your Home

Concrete isn’t just for parking lots and sidewalks. It can also have a place in your home and in a lot more ways than most people realize. When you think of concrete, you might envision it as gray and dull, but it can actually be a very beautiful and versatile material. You can stain it and print it to mimic various types of natural stone at a fraction of the price. It can also be easily formed into many different shapes, much more easily than many other materials, which makes concrete a great material for many different uses around the home. Below are just 8 creative examples. Patios Concrete can be a great material to use for a ...

July 29, 2025

Parenting Hacks to Help Simplify Your Daily Routine

Parenting is challenging. Every single day. Whether it's helping kids with homework or meal prepping for dinners at home and lunches on the go, there is always something that needs doing or planning and thinking about. It can be overwhelming, but there are a few helpful parenting hacks that will simplify your daily routine and hopefully keep you sane at the same time. #1 - Plan your week with both a digital and physical family calendar To help get the most out of your working week, it’s always good to plan ahead. This can be done successfully with the use of a digital and physical family calendar.Why both? It totally depends on ...

July 29, 2025

Easy Ways to Take Care of Your Home All Year Long

A well-cared-for home brings comfort and peace of mind. Taking care of your house does not need to be hard or expensive. Small steps help prevent bigger problems and make your space nicer to live in. Just like checking your car before a long drive, a few regular checks at home can save time and money later. Focus on practical habits that fit into your daily life. Over time, these habits become routine and help your home stay in great condition. Organize Storage and Keep Spaces Tidy Oh my goodness, I need to start here! My closet and my kitchen's container cabinet are screaming for me to do some decluttering! Start by looking at your ...