Grass is tough once it gets going, coming back year after year, despite hard freezes, extreme drought, and monsoons of rain, but when it is young, tender and just taking root, it is vulnerable. After the time and money you’ve spent seeding it, spreading hay to protect it from birds, and watering it to help […]
Adjusting to a move is not easy for anyone, but children may have even a harder time. They are not the decision makers, so they have to just deal with whatever their parents decide – where they will move, when, and some may not even understand all the reasons for the move, depending on their […]
Most people wish that they were able to contribute more to the community that they live in, either through donations or volunteer work. Both are noble, worthy ways to contribute to causes you believe in and help others in need. If you donate money, it’s always a good idea to go online and research to […]
Autumn is a gorgeous time of year, full of reds and oranges and golds, terrific scents like apple and pumpkin pie, and the brilliant blue hue of a frosty morning. It is beautiful outside, so why not bring some of that gorgeous fall splendor from nature inside? You don’t need any particular matching color scheme […]
There is nothing better than the scent of a freshly laundered sheets, or toweling off with a clean, heavenly smelling bath towel after a long day. We all live in dread of towels that sour in the wash, clothes that come out dull and dingy, stains that won’t disappear, and bright colors that lose their […]
As the end of summer nears, our thoughts turn toward the fun things associated with fall – crisp mornings, falling leaves, hayrides, bonfires, football games, and Trick Or Treating! If you are like many people, you enjoy seeing children in their Halloween costumes and being able to give them a treat. It is a fun […]
Most people know that beautiful, clean windows are key to both photographing and showing your home – it is a major element for curbside appeal. The task can seem daunting, though, particularly if you face specific challenges, such as very high windows, a house in the middle of pine trees, or a home near a […]
Everyone makes a mistake with money once in a while…perhaps a careless purchase, an impulse buy, or truly falling on hard times when you have very little income and have fallen on credit cards or high interest loans to scrape by. The good news is that anyone can recover from a financial error, but it’s […]
Pumpkins will soon be in full splendor and with them comes beautiful displays, fun carvings, and the best part – delicious pumpkin seeds! Some pumpkins have more seeds than others, but all have some. So before you throw your pumpkins out, make sure you take advantage of the yumminess (and fun) of roasting pumpkin seeds. […]
You’ve decided it’s time to sell your house, and while you are busy researching real estate agents, local laws, and other things about house sales, you’re wondering how to go about photographing your house. There are three options: You can hire an outside professional, you can let your real estate agent take care of it, […]
