This winter, the possibility of having cabin fever has been amplified thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, many of us are already having a touch of it after being quarantined for so long. But it is especially hard on kids who have all that boundless energy with little to no place to use it up. Here are a few ways to beat cabin fever this winter: Get out and play — One thing you really want to encourage your kids to do is to go out and play as much as possible. Even if it is snowing, it’s important... Read More

If you own your own business, then chances are you’ve probably had nightmares about the possibility of facing a lawsuit that could cripple your entire venture. From slip and fall accidents to social media disasters going viral, it seems there are plenty of ways to have your company go under in this crazy world. One way to prevent this is to do everything that you can to ensure your office or store is safe for yourself, your employees, and your customers. One way to do this is by adding stair tread to your stairways and... Read More

I know when you try to look back at your childhood and reflect on the positive memories, there are probably a lot of “big events” that stand out: the awesome Christmas when you got the bike you always wanted or the dream vacation you took to the beach or Disney Land. But the real memories of family togetherness most likely come from the daily rituals that you perform routinely with each other. These help you connect and bond with your children and they will last a lifetime. Here are ideas for creating a family... Read More

Many of us would never even imagine not doing regular housekeeping maintenance like vacuuming and dusting and washing dishes. But there are some tasks that we often put on the back burner and then forget completely about. One such task is cleaning our furniture, especially treating and cleaning the upholstery. For most, the furniture is simply utilitarian—a place to sit—and deep cleaning doesn’t cross our minds. But there are valid reasons why you should clean your upholstery. Let’s look at what... Read More

Anyone who said raising children was easy was lying to you. It’s definitely one of the most rewarding experiences anyone can have, but “easy” just doesn’t cut it. Most of us have the instinct to protect our children and to keep them enveloped in that safe “mom cocoon” for as long as possible. But if we do that, we really aren’t doing them any favors. Instead, it is important to help our children grow into independent, self-sufficient adults. To do this, there are life skills... Read More

When a client walks into a new home, they can easily become overloaded as they try to take everything in at once, looking at as many details as possible. But one of the biggest selling points for these clients is the condition of the carpets and floors. Flooring is a huge amount of space that instantly draws the eye and if there are issues with the carpeting, it can be a real problem in trying to get the home sold. To that end, one of the best things that a real estate agent can do to help move more homes is to hire a professional... Read More

If 2020 has taught us anything, it is that it’s important to be resolute in the face of adversity and not give up. However, this isn’t just something that you develop naturally. Parents need to help instill this mentality in their children. It would be wonderful to think that we can protect our kids from birth and keep them in a safe bubble where everything is sunshine and unicorns. But that’s not reality. And if we don’t teach our children resilience, then they are going to be in for a big surprise when... Read More

When it comes to the comfort of your home, one of the most important systems is your heating/air conditioning. If this has gone out on you in the extremes of winter or summer, then you know how miserable it can make you and your family. But this system also keeps your home properly ventilated and it filters out the impurities that could cause you and your family to have difficulty breathing. This last part is of extreme importance, but many people don’t necessarily take care of their HVAC system as they should with the... Read More

For many of us, our happiest moments of childhood are those times we were allowed to play and explore the world, both physically and with our kid’s imagination. But as adults, we have forgotten that child-like sense of wonder and the fact that playing isn’t something kids do on their own or with other kids. Sure, there is a lot to be said for spending time on your own or socializing with other children your own age. But children also crave the attention of parents and want to have these experiences with you. ... Read More

Winter is right around the corner and this year’s cold and flu season is only being complicated thanks to COVID-19 and the pandemic we are all dealing with. If you are a business owner, you already know how your productivity and work take a hit every winter with people out because of illness. This year, that could be even worse. So, it is important to make sure that you thoroughly clean your office as a means of making sure your employees stay healthy. Here are steps you can take to be proactive about cleaning your... Read More