May is the month for Mother's Day when many of us pause and take some time to reflect on our mom and/or on our role of being a mom. It can be a little eye-opening to realize that none of us would be here without mothers. It's something we all share, regardless of cultural or global differences. As such, mothers unite us all and that's a big reason to take some time to think about your mother. And if you've made feeling appreciation a habit it only makes sense to make mother's day part of your gratitude practice: … [Read more...] about Make Mother’s Day Part of Your Gratitude Practice
Homeowner Resources
6 Old-Fashioned Frugal Living Habits That [Still] Make Sense
Making the most of your hard-earned money never goes out of style and can be a fun challenge. It also pushes you to think outside the box and develop creative ways to get what you need for less. Here are 6 old-fashioned frugal living habits that [still] make sense: … [Read more...] about 6 Old-Fashioned Frugal Living Habits That [Still] Make Sense
Fun Projects that Celebrate and Honor Our Planet
There is no better time than April to give homage to our home of homes, Planet Earth. Without a healthy planet life as we know it would be impossible. Each of us can be stewards of the earth. Here are some fun projects that celebrate and honor our planet: … [Read more...] about Fun Projects that Celebrate and Honor Our Planet
Increase Your Home’s Value with this “Magic Bullet”
There is no better way to quickly up the value of your home than with a brand new paint job. And this applies to both the interior and the exterior. The magic of paint is that it can completely transform the look and feel of your home almost overnight. In addition, a new paint job can be the best way to overcome the perception of "deferred maintenance" in a way that is far less expensive by comparison to other improvements. And if you are considering selling your home this spring, a new paint job will bring you the biggest bang for your buck. Here's how to increase your home's value with this "magic bullet": … [Read more...] about Increase Your Home’s Value with this “Magic Bullet”
Easy Ways to Prep your Landscaping for Growing Season
Whether you're a hard-core gardener or just shooting for a tidy, well-maintained yard, there are plenty of things you can do now to prepare for a robust grow season later. Following are 7 easy ways to prep your landscaping for growing season: … [Read more...] about Easy Ways to Prep your Landscaping for Growing Season