It’s that time of year again! Don’t you just LOVE Valentine’s Day! We homeschool and do so many fun things for Valentine’s Day. A large group of homeschool families meets at a local bowling alley that opens up paid bowling (with a large group discount) for a special Valentine’s Day party where the kids of […]
Going From a Home-Based Business To Your Own Business Premises
Congratulations, you have grown your home business to the point where you need separate premises. Now read on to get some tips to help you make this transition as smooth as possible. Image sourced at Pexels – Licence CC0 Think about your business’s requirements First of all, you need to give some serious consideration to […]
8 Things That Are Ruining Your Home’s Curb Appeal and What to Do About It
You know that feeling when you pull into your driveway and instead of pride, you feel a tiny pang of annoyance? The bins are visible. The grass looks patchy. The paint’s a bit tired. You tell yourself it’s fine. You’ll sort it later. But the outside of your house is the first thing people see. […]
Homeschool Reviews
This is a round up of all of the Homeschool Reviews I have done in my years of blogging since 2017. Just click the title to the article you would like to read. Note: Some links in this post are affiliate links, which means I receive a commission if you make a purchase. Affiliate relationships […]
Simple Ways to Create a More Durable Home
Creating a durable home is so important. If your home isn’t durable then it may not be able to stand the test of time. You may also find that any upgrades you make don’t end up lasting as long as they could either, and this is the last thing you need, as you may find […]
3 Best Ways To Ventilate Your Home When You Go Out
Home ventilation helps you circulate the air throughout your property so it doesn’t get stale. You lose the musty smell and fill your house with fresh, clean air from outside. Ideally, you should open your windows every day to improve ventilation – but what if you’re out the whole day and no one else is […]
How To Keep Pests Out Of Your Home Successfully
No one wants pests in their home, which is why it’s important to keep on top of any preventative measures possible to keep them out of the house where they belong. Some homes are more susceptible to pests, especially when there are open entry and exit points available, or the home is older and perhaps […]
Outdoor Upgrades That Actually Change How You Use Your Home
The most meaningful outdoor upgrades do not aim to impress visitors once a year. They reshape routines. When a backyard starts working like an extra room rather than a decorative border, behavior changes. Breakfast drifts outside on bright mornings. Evenings last longer. You stop seeing the back door as a barrier and more as a […]
30 Day Moving Plan That Includes Help From The Family
Your closing date on your new home is coming closer. Time to get serious and get stuff done with the help of your family! You need a plan! Don’t worry, I have moved seventeen times. My last nine moves included at least one child. My most recent move included moving with seven children and I […]
Signs your Home Needs a Professional Drainage Solution
If you feel as though your home is collecting water all the time, then it is so important that you take the time to resolve this. If you don’t, then you may find that you end up struggling and that you are simply not able to keep your home in good condition. If you want […]
Advice for a New Mom from a Mom of 8
There are a few things you learn after having eight babies. I have learned what is realistic to expect when a new baby is coming along, many friends comment that “it looks so easy when you have a new baby, like you’ve got this, how do you do it?” Here is my advice for a […]
How Preventative Plant Care Protects Your Home Landscape
Many homeowners will only start thinking about plant care when something starts to go visibly wrong. Leaves may start to yellow, branches die, and they may see slow growth or pests start to appear. At this stage, the focus will usually shift to quick fixes that are designed to address the symptoms that are obvious. […]
Ideas For The Bedtime Battle
Sometimes your young child just does not want to go to bed or fall asleep and it can be very hard when you need to get sleep yourself so you can do “all the things” the next day. Here are some ideas to try. Why Do Kids Want To Be Awake As a mom of […]
Make Your Own Foaming Hand Soap Using Thieves Essential Oil Blend
Prevent the spread of viruses by hand-washing! Our large family of ten goes through a LOT of foaming hand soap! If you have lots of pets including rabbits, guinea pigs, lizards, dogs, and a cat, you are probably washing your hands after touching them. Plus, if you change a lot of diapers, you are washing […]
