According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans throw away an average of 10 pounds of clothes per person each year and consume nearly 20 billion garments a year. That calculates out to 68 garments and 7 pairs of shoes per person, or more than one piece of clothing purchased per week. But rather than lament…
When faced with an illness or situation that limits an elderly member of the family’s ability to continue doing day to day activities such as bathing or dressing, the family can go through a difficult, often emotionally stressful time. It’s sometimes hard to imagine asking for the assistance of a community geared towards seniors. But…
If you’re planning a party, one of the ways to be sure you get everything is to plan the party carefully. For example, if you’re planning a Sweet Sixteen Party, you’ll want to be sure it will be your teen’s best birthday party. A planning list will help you ensure you remember everything. Visit a…
Flowers are a timeless and beautiful gift. They are involved in many holidays and traditions and are always a great way to tell someone you are thinking of them. They are used for weddings, showers, the holidays, graduations, sympathy and get well gifts. Most people have received flowers at one point in their lives and…
You’ve read all the books on positive child-rearing practices and have everything under control. Even though you’ve been fore-warned that your adorable, well-behaved baby may begin to throw tantrums once they reach their Terrible-Two’s, you tell yourself that it won’t happen. “Not my baby,” you exclaim to well-meaning friends and family. And then it happens…
Did you know that 32% of potential homebuyers are first time owners? While this may seem surprising at first, it makes sense once you think about it. Although finding new homes that are right for you can be daunting, the search itself is getting easier. An estimated 92% of people are using the Internet to…
When you are in love, there are so many things that you tend to disregard before you say “Yes I do.” Typically, it is sensible to look at marriage and wedding as two different things. The truth is that there are so many things to take into account to design a game plan for your…
Updated 5/6/22. After a basement flood, you might ask: Is water damage repairable? Some forms of water damage are certainly easier to fix than others, which can make the entire process more complicated for the people who are trying to restore their damaged homes as quickly as they can. Water damage is capable of causing…
So, what should you look for in a pest control company? • A good pest control company will have the right equipment to eliminate pests. They should be able to identify and treat different types of pests. They should also be able to provide services such as termite treatment or mosquito control. • The state…
When most of us think of churches, we think of their steeples, These are ubiquitous for most of these religious buildings. Where did that practice come from? From the origin of the church steeples to church steeples prices, a lot has changed over the centuries. Churches used to be the largest and tallest buildings in…
