Where has the time gone? Another week has come and gone and we’re well on our way to spring. Until the weather becomes a bit more predictable, maybe you’d like to catch up on some reading:
Kids Rooms: Your Child’s Dream Room
Beyond dreamy décor, you can create a room for your child that helps nurture his or her dreams and encourages your child to be anything he or she wants to be…
*Dale commented about murals following this article, and here is a link to more information on murals: Home Decor Tips: Creating a Mural
The Neighbors Are Moving: What Would You Do?
Our new neighborhood is a very quiet one. People are very friendly, although everyone tends to keep to themselves. Still, I have to admit that I was a little surprised when a bunch of moving trucks pulled up at my neighbor’s house, the one across the road from ours.
*Read on to see why Mary Ann wants to know what you would do…
Is there something about your room that just doesn’t feel finished? Or maybe you want a quick update that won’t break the bank or take up a lot of your time. Why not try one of the following ideas to improve the ceiling in your room.
*Don’t miss part two: More Ideas for Ceilings
Here is another home-related question that came across my keyboard the other day. “I keep hearing the term “Hardscaping. What is that? Is it related to Landscaping?”
*Mary Ann answers the question. We encourage readers to submit questions and comments. Your feedback is welcome and important to us.
March in the snow; snow in March. Either way, it’s very unusual weather for this area. We ended up with nearly a foot total (over a few days), which is more snow than I’ve seen since moving here more than a decade ago.
*Here’s something fun to do when school is called off for snow: Make a School Days Keepsake Book Check out the Fun Blog for more great ideas, from a variety of writers.
Spring Ahead: Don’t forget the Time Change
Already? Yep, this Saturday night (or Sunday morning, technically) at 2:00 a.m. Set your clocks one hour ahead, if your area observes Daylight Savings Time. We’re changing the time sooner and waiting longer to change it back.
*Does it really help save energy? Read more to find out. Perhaps not as much as you think…
The Down and Dirty on Toilet Cleaners
Ready to potty, uh party? We are going to get down and dirty with toilet cleaners, talking about what is in them, how they clean and what your options are in selecting the right cleaners.
*Mary Ann says read on to find out what really works.
When sharing isn’t a good Thing…
From personal care items to things like germs, there are some things we really don’t want to share…
Reducing the amount of trash that your household generates is important for the planet and your family. By reducing the amount you waste, you can save money (if you pay per bag or pound of disposal) and do something good for the environment. Here are some ideas to help you reduce your garbage…
*If you want to “talk trash” some more, check back next week for the rest of the series.
Have a great week!