Author: Katrina McDowell (page 7)

Living in a rental apartment can be dreary sometimes, with limited space. So here are some various simple and cost-effective ideas to transform your rental apartment from dull and uninspiring to stylish and inviting. Introduce personality and color into your…

The air is warmer, the sun is out, and BBQs are blazing. Summertime is near, but so are the bugs. Some bugs, like butterflies and fireflies, are fun to watch, but most are invasive and annoying. Here are some effective…

The benefits of planting native plants are tremendous. Native plants are an integral part of the natural ecosystems. These plants were here long before humans settled on the land. Let’s explore why native plants are so crucial for valuable biodiversity.…

The concept of Pay it Forward encourages us to pay it forward by showing kindness to others, preferably strangers, in hopes they do the same and so on, ultimately leading to a selfless ripple of kindness. I’ll never forget being…

Many apartment complexes now have dog park spaces on site, but what will make them stand out and attract new residents? Here are some dog park enrichments to include in your area. Efficiency: Everyone who has owned a dog living…

Tax season isn’t a favorite time of year for many, but it comes along each year in mid-April, so let’s explore a few tips to ease the stress of Tax Day and have a sense of humor about it. Warning:…

Spring is here, and the time to sow seeds is now. Living in a smaller space like an apartment can sometimes take time to grow plants, depending on which direction the apartment faces the sun. There is bound to be…

Feng Shui teaches us how to achieve harmony with our environment. The words “feng shui” are Chinese and translate to “wind” and “water.” The wind is our breath, and humans are almost 60% water. Therefore, wind and water are vital…