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Summertime means taking typical indoor activities and giving them a fresh air twist. From backyard movie nights to patio workdays, the milder weather encourages us to get outside and soak up the sun all day long. That, of course, translates to mealtime, too. Putting together a summer picnic is the best excuse to get family…
Building your own home is an incredibly rewarding experience. It allows you to customize every square inch of your home and create a living space that is uniquely yours. But homebuilding is time-consuming and can be a hassle especially if you are not an experienced carpenter. The dream of building your own home doesn’t…
Countless myths surround leftover food. Most of them are related to food security and health issues. You may have heard some things like: All leftovers can cause food poisoning. Leftovers are safe until they start to smell bad. It is safe to eat cold leftovers. Freezing leftovers destroys all bacteria. Reheat leftovers in the microwaves…
Packing the best picnic basket is a bit of an art. You not only want to make some delicious food, but you want drinks, some manner to store it all, and ensuring it is easy to eat and doesn’t require a complete service set. While you will undoubtedly need some Tupperware meal prep containers, there…
We all need to take action for a more eco-friendly and sustainable home if we are to play a part in helping the planet. You might think you aren’t important in this. But together, we can make a major difference by working together to have a greener lifestyle. Of course, you can help by reducing…
The smell of freshly-tumbled dirt and the sound of chirping birds are signs that spring has finally arrived. Now is the time to start spring cleaning and finally organize your home after that long winter we just had. And what better way to start than by tackling your less-than-organized spring cleaning list? The big spring…
Looking your best has always been a satisfying experience. After all, knowing how amazing you look is a huge boost to one’s self-esteem. More so, it becomes worth it when you get to understand how challenging it is to achieve that glowing skin and look good overall. Like the rest of your body, being familiar…
Besides it being fun, play is an essential part of a child’s development. Play helps your kids develop their cognitive, creative, and problem-solving abilities in a safe and secure environment. Facilitating playtime at home also gives them a sense of belonging that’s formative in their younger years. Every child begins life with a specific set…
Raising a family can be the greatest thing you’ll ever do, but it gets complicated when you live in a crowded space. Many parents look into homeownership so they have room to grow. You can’t stay somewhere without rooms for future kids or community programs that tap into your child’s interests. Moving is an intimidating…
While you’re making the most of your deck before winter sets in, you should also consider how to best use the space under your deck. Some under-deck patio ideas may involve landscaping, but others give you the space you’ve been lacking inside your home. Let’s focus on this space issue because most homeowners want more storage. That shouldn’t be a…
Storage containers are becoming increasingly popular. Some people are overgrowing their space, while others want to store items and there is an ever-increasing number of small businesses being established by individuals who work from home. Whatever the cause, a growing number of people are turning to storage to give them more space. It protects their…
No one likes having little pests in and around their home. Perhaps the biggest one that you will not want to see is cockroaches. They carry diseases and are just horrible to see in your home or even outside for that matter. So how exactly do we control cockroaches and keep them under wraps? How…
With rapid population growth and urbanization, the world’s annual waste generation is expected to increase by 70% by 2050. However, many choose to take serious action to address waste consumption and promote green living across the country. Often, individual actions towards going green revolve around small lifestyle changes geared towards a sustainable mindset. The accumulation of these…
Motivating spaces can give a sensory experience for your pet as well as a safe room for it to play or hideaway. Having an intriguing and enjoyable space can improve both the pet’s mental and physical health-enhancing agility, lower anxiety, and offer a secure opening for your pet’s natural behavior. Watching your pet content and…
Are you looking for the perfect ingredient for your next baking project? Flaxseed has many uses and a great many fans all over the world. According to Thrive Cuisine, this is the perfect item to substitute in a variety of settings. Its versatility is only second to its high popularity. Here are 5 great new…
Do you find your makeup scattered everywhere around the house? Or how many times have you lost a lip balm in your pocket and never saw it again? Whether your collection is big or small, it’s time to streamline your products and organize them once and for all. There’s nothing like a clutter-free vanity and…