It's almost May, which might still be considered spring where you're from, but the warm weather we've been having say "summer" here in south Mississippi. So, once again, I've missed the boat, and spring cleaning has passed me by. Moms, I know you get me. Between track meets and holidays and end-of-school assignments, I haven't had time to breathe much less do more than get the dishes done and the ...
Home and Garden
5 Surprising Ways Rodents Can Sneak into Your Home
It usually starts with a noise. Maybe it’s a little scratching behind the wall. It could be a scuffle in the ceiling or even the fireplace. Maybe something weird near the baseboards that wasn’t there yesterday. But suddenly, there's a sinking feeling that something’s made its way inside, and it's not the friendly kind. Now, it’s obvious enough, but rodents don’t always roll in through the front ...
Minimizing the Disruption Of A Bathroom Remodel
Our home is more than 60 years old, and the bathrooms are showing their age. I dream of adding new tile, replacing old tubs with walk-in showers, and adding a little more space to the master bath. Not to mention turning a rather large dressing room into a separate bath for my teenage son. Actually, doing any of those things? That's another matter. Fist, there's the cost. We all know that kitchen ...
5 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Look And Feel Amazing
Y'all, my home is lived in, and it looks it. If you walked through the door right now, you'd see laundry that needs folding, dishes that need doing, and floors that need sweeping. And, that's just a few of the everyday tasks I need to get done. We also have walls that need painting, furniture that needs upholstering, and windows that need replacing. There's always so much to do! Still, just ...