April showers bring May flowers! The rhyme was made long ago, but it still rings true. When the first April spring shower touches down, get wet and splash around in the puddles to bring some inner child joy. After making…
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Spring Clean Your Routine
Spring is in full bloom in most parts of the country, which might bring on spring allergies for many. Don’t add to them with toxins inside your home and body. Let’s explore some spring cleaning to do for your health…
Make it Green Festivities for March
March is here, and the earth is waking up with blooms starting to bud and clovers covering the ground. Maybe not for some in the country’s northern half, but green is popping up everywhere regardless of the weather. Let’s explore…
Interior Design Advice: Best and Worst IKEA Bargains
IKEA is a favorite among most, known for its low prices and DIY products. However, it’s not always reliable for everything. Here’s what to get and what to skip next time you find yourself shopping there. Best deals at IKEA:…
Cozy, Warm and Welcoming: Hygge Home Ideas
Hygge (pronounced Hoo-gah) is a Danish word that describes a cozy, contented mood evoked by comfort and togetherness. Hygge has exploded in popularity worldwide and perhaps explains why the Danes are some of the happiest people in the world! In…
You Can Buy Yourself Flowers: Self-Love this Valentine’s Day
In the words of now Grammy-winner superstar Miley Cyrus, “I can buy myself flowers, write my name in the sand.” If you haven’t heard the song yet, do yourself a favor and listen to it this Valentine’s Day, especially those…
The Scents of February
The longest month of the year is over, and the groundhog didn’t see his shadow, which means early Spring for all! Before Spring embraces us with warm sunshine, February is still here and longer since it is a leap year.…
DIY Winter Upgrades for Properties
Winter has made its appearance this year, with several winter storms ravishing the country. Here are some DIY upgrades so winter does not have to lead to seasonal depression and extra costs. Despite winter’s wrath, most people still enjoy being…
Angry Seas: Cruise Ship Safety, Resident Living and Insurance
Are you heading out to sea soon? Better be safe out there since the waters, particularly the North Sea, are angry! Cruises worldwide are being knocked around, leaving passengers stranded for days in open waters. Recently, a Norwegian cruise ship…
Interior Design Trends
Many will want to bring in some new interior design trends when moving into a new place. Remember that not all trends are fab and look good in real life. Let’s explore some of the latest trends and why you…