Everyday Living

Seller’s Market or Buyer’s Market? What You Need to Know Before Buying or Selling Real estate markets are always shifting. A sellers market or a buyers market is dependent upon how many months of inventory your current market has on the market.  One year it’s a red-hot seller’s market, and the next it cools into […]

🌟 Spending Time with Grandchildren: Why I’m So Glad I Did This There comes a moment in every grandmother’s life when you realize time is about to speed up—and your role in their lives is about to change. One minute you’re reading bedtime stories, the next they’re asking for car keys.  Spending time with grandchildren

Multi-generational Living: Lessons from Two Decades of Experience The Beginning: Recognizing the Need Multigenerational living requires much thought and many decisions.  You know your family – and you know when the time comes to step in and help.  Sometimes, it’s physical – you might notice them falling, or maybe they need a wheelchair.  Or it

🏠 What is Home Hardening? Boost Your Home Security! Real protection starts before the alarm ever sounds. Welcome, Friend What is Home Hardening? What Does It Mean to “Harden Your Home” Against Intruders? Home hardening is the process of making your home a tougher target for burglars or intruders. It means reinforcing weak points—like doors,

💬 Hindsight is 20/20:  Looking Back – Looking Forward to the Future! Raising kids close in age, juggling faith and family, and watching life come full circle.  Reflecting on our parenting journey offers invaluable insights.  This post delves into the lessons learned and the aspirations moving forward.   Hindsight 20/20 – Looking in My Rear-View Window

🌿 Back to Basics: Living a More Self-Sufficient Lifestyle Because real freedom starts at home. Have you ever had that feeling—that tug deep down—that says, “I just want to live simpler, smarter, and more self-reliant”? If so, you’re in good company. These days, more and more people are trading convenience for confidence. And truthfully? There’s

🏡 “Let’s Talk Truth: What’s the Best Way to Sell a House?” Pull up a chair—this one’s worth hearing. Want to know the best way to sell a house?  There’s been a whole lot of noise lately about buyer’s agents and commission lawsuits. It’s all over the news, real estate circles, and social media. And

Starting a Garden for Beginners:  The Must-Know Basics No One Tells You Starting a garden sounds easy—just dig a little, drop in some seeds, and water, right? I thought so too. But the truth is, there’s a lot more to it. And if you’re new to gardening, knowing the basics can save you time, money,