Buying and owning a car is always appealing, and it offers more than a few benefits. But, it also comes with its obligations and responsibilities. You’ll need to be aware of these and put the effort into them from the start. There are plenty of reasons for this. It’ll help you stay safe on the […]
Strategies for Teaching Homeschool Kids Reading
Teaching kids to read can be both rewarding and intricate, but homeschooling parents have an advantage by customizing instruction according to each child’s individual pace and needs. Ensuring children master this fundamental skill takes an effective combination of techniques with a flexible yet consistent approach. There are various proven strategies that help form children’s love […]
Preventative Maintenance That Keeps Your Home Well
Every home needs a little TLC, as every home has to deal with the wear and tear of age and use. However, a home that gets a little more attention before the next crisis emerges tends to cost a lot less than the home that only gets professional attention when it’s obviously needed. As such, […]
How to Choose the Furniture for Your New Home: Tips for Making Sure You Only Have to Buy Once
Choosing furniture is a lot of fun. After weeks and possibly months of slaving away, scraping, painting, and cleaning, you’ve now got the opportunity to truly put your stamp on the place. That said, there’s an endless list of possible options; you can settle on a certain style, only to find that there’s still a […]
Walmart Plus Free Trial
It’s time for me to tell you about my experience with the Walmart Plus Membership. I took advantage of the free trial period within the last seven months. I had never thought of trying it before because I live in a tiny village without a Walmart, but there is a Walmart in the next town. […]
Which Storage Auction Do I Pick To Go To If Two Auctions Are The Same Day And Time?
What if you find two auctions in the same day, at about the same time? Which storage auction do I pick to go to? What if the auction is at the same time as another event, like taking the kids to bowling/dance/karate/club events, for example? Yes, this can happen. You may not find an auction available […]
It’s Never Too Early To Prepare Your Home For Winter
If you are looking around your home and wondering how you can make it ready for winter then it is never too soon to do this. Being over prepared is much better for you and your home than being under prepared. If you have never had to worry about winter proofing your property then you […]
What Does It Really Take To Move To Another Country?
Living in another country can be an exciting prospect. It can provide a whole new perspective on life, and there could be all kinds of opportunities that come with it from unique careers to meeting new people. For some people, moving abroad can even be a chance to escape conflict, persecution or lack of freedom. […]
Brighten Every Room- Easy Ways to Add More Light to Your Home
The colors that you select for your walls and ceilings are going to play a big role in how bright or dark your space feels. Light hues such as white, cream, and soft gray, will reflect natural as well as artificial light, making rooms feel a lot more open and airy. However, paint is not […]
10 Great Gifts For Fun Dads To Enjoy With Their Kids
My husband, Mike, is a really fun Dad. He works very hard at work and plays hard at home (we have eight kids), so when we are looking for Father’s Day, Birthday or Christmas presents for him, we like to get him something he can enjoy with the kids. Here are some gifts for […]
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 […]
Top Tips For Weather-Proofing Your Home
There are many different ways to create the perfect family home, from ensuring your personality is reflected in your decor to choosing the perfect color scheme for each room. Weather-proofing your home is also a great way to achieve this goal, as it ensures that you’re keeping your family safe and protecting your home from […]
How do you Start an Etsy Shop?
Are you a crafter? Do you love to make things? Are you running out of space to store them? Maybe it’s time to Start an Etsy Shop! Etsy is a community of people from all over the world with at least one thing in common, we all love handmade! Note: Some links in this post are […]
Moving Apartments? Advice For Keeping Your Security Deposit
It’s in the best interest of unscrupulous landlords to exaggerate the small scuffs and marks of an apartment you’re going to vacate, so they have some right to claim parts, or even all, of the security deposit you gave them. Of course, not all landlords will do this, but commercial landlords and those who manage […]