We all would like to have a home one day that’s ideal. You know what I mean. That one house that beats all. You actually prefer to live in it for the rest of your days. What does a house like this cost, you may ask? Well, that totally depends on you and what […]
As the wife of a construction worker I can sympathize with the need to understand why on earth a man needs more than one saw. Wood working equipment seems to come in many shapes and forms but many of us have no idea why. Fortunately, my husband took some time out of his home […]
My parents have been using a bottled water service for several years now, for no conceivable reason. It is as if they have nothing to spend their hard earned money on than a bottled water delivery service. My mom jokes that the bottled water is the “unleaded” water, like the term when it was […]
Concrete block construction is literally the foundation of buildings around the globe. This very popular building material is a staple for erecting just about any structure. When erected properly, concrete block construction provides excellent protection against natural disasters like hurricanes. The material is also impervious to problems found in wood building products as well. […]
When I heard that there was a devices known as anti bark collars I thought that it had to be a joke. I was really surprised that such things even exist. I always thought that a dog’s bark was a good thing especially if the pup is supposed to help protect the home. I […]
I have always been a pretty traditional housekeeper. I work from home and both my wife and I entertain clients at the house. It is a mistake to have a house that is too daring and adventurous if it is where you also do business. It can be pretty hard for me. I am […]
There is nothing more annoying than sharing your home with uninvited guests. When you walk into a room and see a few little ants crawling around, it just triggers a feeling of disgust. There can never be just one ant, there are always relatives lurking in the cracks somewhere. I’m always amazed at how […]
There is plenty to love about summer time. The warm breeze on the back of your neck, the radiant sun pouring down over your lawn and home, laughter from children heard all over the neighborhood and cook-outs with the family. The list probably goes on for miles. Yes indeed, folks look forward to the […]
There’s nothing like a fresh cup of coffee in the morning. Millions of people all over the world enjoy this morning ritual. When we wake up, we need a little time to orient ourselves to the new day, shake off our slumber and prepare for the day’s work. For some people, a cup of […]
Last spring I was in for a treat. Little did I know, I was about to get one of the greatest physical challenges of my life. No, I wasn’t entering an “iron man” competition or joining the army. It was something right in my own front yard. On her way out the door one […]