We’ve all been the newbie at some point in our lives, and it can be overwhelming to try to get involved in a new community after moving. If you have a new neighbor, take it upon yourself to welcome them to your neighborhood and help them feel comfortable in their new … [Read more...]
5 Things to Look for When Buying a House
When Justin and I bought our home, we were very young. We didn’t really know what we were doing, and we dealt with a couple of realtors who treated us like children, despite the fact that we were buying a house. It was a very long and very annoying process and it pretty much made … [Read more...]
5 Quick Steps to a Guest Ready Guest Bathroom
We are deep in the throes of summer, and that means we’re alternating between having way too much to do and having nothing to do. We have had some down time, but we’ve also gotten together with friends and had some entertaining to do. A few weeks ago we hosted a playdate, and … [Read more...]
Summer Cleaning: How to Have a Successful Yard Sale
This post was written by a guest contributor. Summer means lots of things to different people: school’s out, pools are open, vacations are planned. However, it also means it’s a good time to get things cleaned up. Every season it’s good to go through your household things and … [Read more...]
10 Ways Kids Can Help with Spring Cleaning
It’s hard to believe that Spring is already here! Spring means that it’s time to get the house back in order. However, if you have kids, this can be a tough job. You’re trying to spring clean the home and they seem to be making a mess every time you turn your back. Luckily, it is … [Read more...]