Archives for September 2017

I think this is a great book for anyone who wants more DIY in your life, with not a lot of know how. The projects in this book are greatly reflected in the cover. You can make that gorgeous basket, a repurposed bench, pillows, and more. What I liked most was the modern take on […]

Flickr   It’s never a good feeling to admit when you have failed at something, especially a marriage. Divorce is on the increase now, and almost 50% of marriages in the United States end up in divorce. So what are the main contributors to divorce, and what can you do to help save your marriage? […]

Image source   The fall and particularly winter can be difficult for older people who face many more challenges than us younger, able-bodied family members whose biggest worries are finding the best pumpkin spice latte in town and wrapping up warm without adding too much bulk! It is, then, important, that we all do what […]

Fall is here, and winter is definitely on the way, and there’s no better time than now to get your home in order and ready for the change in weather, temperature, and the added cost these seasons may bring. You’ll want to ensure that you’re saving as much money as possible, to that you can […]

It’s a well-known quantity in real estate, it’s the dream of every second-homeowner, and it’s regularly touted as profitable beyond compare. Waterfront properties, by the lake or by the sea, hold an innate attraction for many. But do they make a sound home or a sound investment? As with all properties, there’s no clear-cut ‘yes’ […]

Dogs can be a great addition to the family home; if they’re trained properly, they make loyal, protective, and playful companions to people of every age. However, some dogs are more suited than others to the hustle and bustle of a busy household, with kids and other pets, and will settle in almost straight away. […]

Moving and relocating to a new area, however near or far it may be, can be a challenging and difficult time for you and your loved ones. There are many things to consider, and you may have to get used to a new lifestyle and learn to love a change in what you’re normally used […]

As any mother knows, allergens in the home are a major problem. Recent estimates suggest that more than 50 million Americans have some kind of environmental allergy, with more than half of those being children.   What’s more, a study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology found that more than half of […]

Wanting a certain touch of class in your home is far from what the popular belief might lead you to believe. There’s nothing snooty or snobbish, about wanting your surroundings to be that of exuberance and lavishness. Afterall, it’s your home, and you can decide what kind of style you want. The trouble with classic […]

  Are you feeling a little apprehensive about the move? You’re not alone. It turns out that moving home is a serious source of anxiety for a lot of people. Research commissioned by Wakefield Research recently found that more than two-thirds of people surveyed were worried about at least one aspect of their move. But […]

Image   If you took the step and invested in your own swimming pool for your garden – that’s awesome. There are so many different benefits to having a pool; it fights boredom, they look good, and you have your daily dose of exercise right in your backyard. Having said that, it’s important you maintain […]

Do you honestly think you’re the best version right now? If most of us were honest, we’d say no. That doesn’t mean we’re not good people. Not at all! It simply means there are a few areas in our lives we could definitely improve on. Aiming to be the best version of yourself is one […]

Image by Flickr   Pets, pests, parasites and the public. They’re all obvious enemies to a lush and verdant garden and while these four should absolutely should be guarded against, by no means are they the only threat your garden faces. As vigilant as you may be against wild and domestic animals or the unhelpful […]

  So, you’re looking at moving out; you’ve spent enough time living with your parents and you’ve made the decision to go out, fly the nest and make your own journey in the world! However, the housing market is a hard place to understand and play properly, and chances are that you’re not going to […]

You’ve no doubt hear about the obesity epidemic affecting people, it’s all over the news. But you probably haven’t heard about the obesity epidemic in dogs. Around 35% of people in the US are considered obese. That’s a huge amount, but in dogs, it’s even higher. 40% of dogs are now obese, and that number […]

Pexels   Many people are put off from acquiring a mortgage in the modern market due to the apparent cost of upkeep that running a home seems to demand. Fortunately, these issues are usually overblown, as with anything you can make good or bad financial decisions relating to the upkeep of your home space. If […]