My adult son, Maris, has a bedroom in our basement. It gets cold down there in Wisconsin USA where we live. We thought it would be nice for him to have a warmer futon mattress. So we were thrilled when Zonli provided a soft faux fur futon mattress for our review. When we received the […]
Building Your Dream DIY Workshop
When it comes to honing your do-it-yourself (DIY) skills, safety and practice go hand in hand. But what if you could take that practice to the next level, all within the comfort of your own home? Finding the perfect space to nurture your craft and practice can be a challenge. This is where the humble […]
Master Books Faith Grower Morning Basket creation-based curriculum review
Every homeschool morning, I read to my children while they are eating breakfast and waking up. They might start coloring or playing while I am reading. I keep the “morning books” in my ottoman. Master Books has morning baskets that I thought would fit perfectly for us. Here is my review of their Faith Grower […]
The Best Renovations To Do In The Summer
When the warmer weather finally arrives, you might not feel much like doing any work on your home, and that’s only natural – after all, it’s a much nicer feeling to just sit and do nothing and enjoy the good weather, especially if it’s not going to be around for long! However, before you can […]
Baby Proofing Your Home for Peace of Mind
Congratulations! You’re embarking on one of life’s most magical journeys: parenthood. Amidst the excitement of preparing the nursery and diving into endless baby gear options, there’s an important aspect that often gets overlooked: baby proofing your home. You may be thinking that you’ve got plenty of time before your baby is old and strong enough […]
7 Steps To Take When Preparing For A Baby
When you first find out you’re pregnant, it’s natural for countless thoughts to whirl through your brain. You could find yourself feeling overwhelmed, and preparing for a baby can seem stressful and anxiety inducing. Thankfully, it doesn’t need to be that way. Instead, it’s just a matter of taking a few specific steps in the […]
Leveling Up Your DIY Skills At Home
Have you ever stared at a drab wall and envisioned a vibrant mural? Or looked at your garden and pictured a quaint pergola? Home improvement isn’t just about fixing things—it’s about transforming spaces with your own two hands. If you’re itching to pick up a hammer and dive into DIY, but feel a bit unsure, […]
Quick Ways To Save a House Deposit
Having a deposit is an essential part of buying a house for the first time. For some people this can be daunting because saving a lot of money isn’t easy. Although it’s not something that will happen overnight, it doesn’t have to take years either. If you’re struggling to bring a house deposit together, you’ve […]
Why You Should Always Act When You See A Crack In The Wall
Over time, our home is going to experience some wear and tear. It’s going to settle, to age, and this can appear in a range of ways, including cracks in the wall. However, you shouldn’t be content to simply accept a crack as being just another sign of age in the home. Sometimes, it can […]
Our Weekend in Red Wing, Minnesota
My husband, Mike, and I took a couple’s getaway over the weekend. We don’t often do this, in fact – the last time we did was three years ago. That trip was in northern Wisconsin to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. This post would get way too long if I mention every restaurant, the hotel, […]
Ten Things to Consider for an Exterior Home Renovation
Renovating the exterior of your home is not just about giving it a fresh look; it’s about ensuring durability, increasing value, and enhancing safety. Unlike interior renovations, which often focus on aesthetics and functionality, exterior upgrades require careful consideration of materials, environmental factors, and, crucially, the expertise of those who carry out the work. From […]
Product Review of Heritage Humanities Online Library
My husband and I currently have one vehicle between us, which makes it hard to get to the library for homeschool. So I was excited to do a product review for Heritage Humanities since they offer an online library of Western Heritage books. I have eight children, but for this review, I chose Miranda to […]
Craft Your Perfect Place of Home Happiness
Home happiness doesn’t come quickly to everyone, and there are many things that can get in the way of your dream dwelling. Yet you have a lot of control over how you shape your home for crafting a perfect place. From a little help from nature to decluttering, here are some ideas. CC0 Licensed Image […]
Create Lasting Serenity: Strategies To Foster Peace Of Mind For The Whole Family
If you want a happy life, then there needs to be a significant degree of peace of mind. We all need to go through hardships and we need challenges in order to be satisfied, but that doesn’t mean we should live a life of fear and uncertainty. If we can have peace of mind whenever […]