When you are moving, there are many things to consider. You’ll need to think about the logistics of your move, like how much it will cost and what services you might need (like movers). It’s also important to look at the emotional aspects of a move, like finding new friends or dealing with feelings of isolation in an unfamiliar place. Transitioning to a rural setting from city life necessitates adequate planning and acclimatization. It provides you the opportunity to step away from the buzz of the city and quiet down, step out, and feel the fresh air. But it’s not as simple as it sounds to relocate; it’s very important to learn how to adapt to your new environment.
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Tips to Help Create a Self-Sustaining Garden
Many of us spend a lot of time in the garden trying to get it to look the way we want it to. Maintaining and sustaining a garden can take a lot of work, but it doesn’t need to. In fact, if you’re prepared to put the initial work in to plan, you can create a garden that does a lot of self maintainance. Most of the work involved in creating a self-sustaining garden gets done during the planning phase. When you put more thought into the set-up of your garden, you’ll reduce the amount of care and maintenance required to keep it going. If you’re new to gardening or you’re unsure how to make it self-sufficient, these tips can help you get started:
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Create an Office Oasis to Enjoy Remote Work
In the past, I worked for several years in a sales job. It required the set up of a home office, organizing information, and the development of a schedule for me to complete all necessary activities. Now I am a blogger and like many people working from home is a daily way of life. However, while working from home has many perks, it is not without its difficulties. Working at home can be a difficult adjustment that could impact work productivity as well as health and wellness. While you have the best intentions to stay fit and healthy, make your physical, mental, and emotional health a priority with healthy home work habits.
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Simple Plumbing Maintenance
Whether you’re a new home owner or a veteran of many years, everyone should plan for maintenace of their homes. Several years ago I did several posts on spring tasks and fall tasks for your home. Everything can wear out over time. It’s so important to set aside money each month for home repairs and to do inspections and simple repairs. Of course you want to do whatever you can to entirely prevent future maintenance issues, but it’s honestly not always that easy. Today let’s discuss maintaining your plumbing.
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Summer is Singing With Joy Free Printable
I spent most of Sunday playing with graphics. I re-did the email subscriber’s page full of graphics, and then I made a floral printable of a beautiful saying for summer: Summer is Singing With Joy. Everything is green, the sky is blue, and the white clouds are puffy. You probably have noticed in my posts that I love flowers. I kind of went overboard with the flowers circling the saying. I’m not going to apologize as I like it. I hope you like it too. Summer is Singing With Joy is sized 8″ x 10″.
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4 Things To Do To Upgrade Your Home
First impressions of your home start before visitors even walk in the door. They begin outside your home, starting with the curb appeal, the exterior color, and your landscaping. Even your address makes an impression. Consider updating your house numbers for a more modern font, add a pop of color with low-maintenance seasonal flowers, paint the front door, or pick out a friendly welcome mat.
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How To Keep Your Home’s Foundation Strong & Secure
Today, we’re diving into something that’s a bit of a big deal—the foundation of your home. Today, we’re talking about keeping the foundation of our homes as strong as The Hulk – okay, maybe not literally, but you get the gist. Stick with me because we’re about to break down how to keep that foundation solid and avoid forking out loads of cash on repairs later. Ready to jump in?
Why It’s Super Important
Let’s shine a spotlight on why this topic is getting all the attention. The bottom line? Your foundation holds up your whole house! Damage here can lead to big headaches like cracks or the dreaded water damage. Ignoring little signs could mean big bucks in repairs later on. But hey, don’t stress – we’ve got your back to stop that from happening!
House Check-Up Time
Just like us, our homes need a little check-up regularly. Previously I’ve shared spring and fall home checklists for maintaining your home. Make it a point to inspect your foundation every 3–6 months for new issues. Look for new or widening cracks, moisture issues, and uneven flooring. There’s a great article, What a Foundation Is & What to Check For, over at Angie’s List. It discusses different kinds of foundations and what to look for.
Hire a professional if you find problems that need addressing. Seeing cracks or noticing doors and windows getting a bit jammy? These might be the early birds of foundation troubles. Catching these signs early can really save you from having to spend your entire emergency fund or getting a second mortgage to cover the costs.
Foundation inspections are crucial because they help identify foundation issues before they cause severe structural damage to your home. Not only do foundation problems tend to get worse over time and end up costing you more money, but the longer an issue persists, the more damage it will do to your structure above.
Water, Water, Not Everywhere
Handling water around your foundation is key. Keeping your gutters clean and those downspouts pointing the right way is crucial to keep water from being a homebody around your foundation. And if you’re in a spot that gets more than its fair share of rain, considering a yard drainage system could be your go-to saving grace. We’re aiming to keep water from getting too cozy around your foundation.
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Catching Up & My Updated Condo Dining Room
I’ve been in my condo about 2 months. Besides the work I am having done by others, my time was originally spent unpacking and organizing. I shared before that I hurt my back carrying a heavy box. It was getting better until I re-injured it. I have spent weeks trying to relax my back and let the soft tissue injury heal. Last Thursday I was worse than ever as I started having RA (rheumatoid arthritis) flashing pain in various places on my body. I have RA episodes when I’m stressed and I’ve been stressed. I went to see my primary doctor, and he helped. I got a shot and 2 prescriptions to help ease the pain and relax the muscles. Needless to say those boxes left on the balcony will continue to wait.
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