Blog Entries in August
Relax! It's Labor Day
Next Monday, many businesses will remain closed for the day in observance of Labor Day. Labor Day is a federally-recognized holiday, celebrating the hard work of the nation’s citizenry. While work is nothing new, it was only after the Industrial Revolution that lawmakers, union leaders, and activists began to make headway in advancing policies that prioritized the safety of laborers.
How to Save Some Money Now
We’ve all had the pleasure, or should I say displeasure, of visiting the grocery store several times in the last year. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, real food prices are up nearly 10% from where they were this time last year. The good news for homeowners is that home values are still quite high. What’s great for homeowners doesn’t always trans
Must See Museums in Eastern, OH
If there’s one thing that gets my nerdy blood pumping, it’s a good museum. Plus, there are museums specializing in virtually everything. Visit the Mutter Museum in Philadelphia and you’ll be both delighted and abhorred at the collection of antique surgical instruments and specimens, including a piece of noted Theoretical Physicist Albert Einstein’s brain. In Middleton, Wisc
It's Time to Go Back to School
I spent most of the weekend tossing and turning, my inner monologue bouncing around innate topics like ping pong balls against my skull. What will be this week’s blog topic? Needless to say, when I handed in a paper using Cryptozoological creatures as metaphors for the human psychological need to pursue the unattainable, my Editor was none too pleased. Then she suggested a topic that I admit
Is Grey Still King? What Color Should I Paint?
Color Theory is the science by which designers, interior decorators, and visual artists select specific colors with the intention of invoking a particular psychological response from the viewer. An innumerable number of studies, carried out by artists, marketing firms and psychologists over the years, have repeatedly demonstrated the power of color to influence everything from a person’s inn
Things To Do This Labor Day Weekend
With Labor Day weekend approaching fast, you may be wondering what you and your family can do to celebrate some extra time off. If you’re planning on spending the long weekend with your family, we’ve put together a few fun activities the entire family will be sure to love. Take A Roadtrip The three-day weekend is the perfect time to drive somewhere new. Get the ki
Ways To Make Your Move Easier With A Furry Friend
Moving into a new home is a process that can be described as tedious and anxiety-ridden, but did you know that your dog indeed feels the exact same way about it? Moving into a new house with a pet can be an uncertain, drawn-out process that can cause them a great deal of stress. After all, dogs tend to crave familiarity, and moving from their familiar setting to a new home can take quite some time
A Parent’s Guide For Back To School Season
Can you believe it is already that time of year again? Back to school! While your children may be overly excited or even a bit worried about new teachers, new subjects and meeting their friends, the days leading up to the first day back are always busy and stressful. The best way to prepare your children for the new school year is making an organized, well thought-out plan. Here
You're An Empty Nester, Now What?
It’s that time of year when many homeowners around the nation find themselves facing a new chapter in their lives, we like to call it the empty nest. Though various circumstances can lead to an empty nest including college and new careers, homeowners who suddenly find themselves in a big, empty home often are faced with making the same decision: Should we stay in this house as it is, remodel
Most Desirable Features Homebuyers Want in 2022
Virtual interior designer/home stager Stuccco.com compiled a wish list from numerous online sources that experts say homebuyers want in 2022. Many popular features aren’t what home sellers may think. Before you upgrade your home to sell, consider these top five homebuyer preferences: Laundry rooms Exterior lighting Ceiling fans Patios &
