Did you know that commercial fabric softeners can hurt your health? That’s because they contain an assortment of potentially dangerous chemicals that don’t belong in your home, or anywhere near your body. Amazingly, those sheets you throw into your dryer, Read More …
Bohemian-style home furnishings are inspired from faraway places in North Africa, Central Asia or the Indian subcontinent. In recent decades, this type of decor has become very popular in home furnishings and accessories in the West. It is mysterious, exotic Read More …
The only way to have a clutter-free house is to have a place for everything. Then, you need to put everything in its place. I don’t know about you. But, in our house, our work areas tend to collect the Read More …
Chlorine is added to many public drinking water supplies because of its ability to kill various pathogens. No one disputes that it does the job for which it’s intended. However, a growing number of health experts also point out that Read More …
What are the benefits of weighing your food before you eat it or add it to a recipe? For one, when you’re cooking, you’ll end up with more exact measurements. Also, food scales are a great benefit if you’re trying Read More …
I remember when my children were little. I stayed at home to take care of them and my husband worked. He worked late hours, plus he had an hour commute. Sometimes he didn’t get home until 7 or 8 pm. Read More …
Rats and mice love to come indoors to escape inclement weather. They like to use our homes to nest. They also like to dine on whatever we leave out. Once they get inside, they’ll forage for food. My husband and Read More …
Sunshine and fresh air are good for children. (This combination is very good for adults as well.) Now, with the days getting longer, and the temperature rising, it’s time for everyone to spend more hours outdoors. One of the best Read More …
Every house could use an air mattress or two, especially if there’s no guest bedroom for overnight visitors. But you also want a mattress that can easily be put away, and one that quickly deflates so you can store it. Then, Read More …
My mother told me that my very first words were, “Where’s the keys to the car?” At the time, we were living with my grandparents and other relatives. You guessed it. Someone was always looking for their keys. Now that Read More …
