Anyone who has lived through wildfire smoke lately may be looking for home air filter replacement and subscription options or air purifiers to use in their homes. I get that. With the fires air quality is poor. This is outside, obviously, but also, inside the home. One of the best ways to improve your indoor…
When is Amazon Prime Day in 2024? The first Prime Day of the Summer was July 16-17, 2024. The second one is October 8 and 9 2024. What’s so great about Amazon Prime Day? Well, in addition to getting great deals on Amazon, Amazon Prime Day has become such a thing that you can expect…
When you’re selling your home, you want it to sell fast and for the most money possible. That’s why it makes sense to be smart about staging your home, do whatever you can to improve your curb appeal, and find colors to paint your home so you can sell it fast and for more money….
Are you wondering how to get your home ready to sell–and sell fast and for the most money? You’re smart–the part about getting your house ready to sell. That’s because many homeowners don’t realize how much work goes into getting your home ready to sell. They think they have to put a “for sale” sign…
Did you know there are plants that absorb moisture? People usually put them in bathrooms to help keep the humidity down. It’s something I’m considering for my home. You see, moisture is a problem in our upstairs bathroom. It shouldn’t be, because there is a window to the outside. However, the bathroom doesn’t have an…
Growing up on New York’s Long Island, everyone knew our area had one of the most famous horror movie houses of all time. Known as the Amityville House, it was the site of a real-life horror, a murder. Amityville is a real town on Long Island, located southwest of the town where I grew up….
My husband and I have bought and sold eight homes during our marriage. So, at this point we know what to look for when going to open houses or house showings. But if you’re new to buying a home, you may not realize that you should have a specific list in mind when checking out…
Congratulations on your new puppy. With those adorable eyes and wagging tail, it’s hard not to fall in love with your furry bundle of joy. But, as with any new parent, you may feel a bit overwhelmed. These expert tips and tricks will guide you through the ups and downs of puppy parenthood so that…
When we adopted our first dog, Buffy, we had no idea what new dog essentials meant. We figured a bed, a dish and some food was all we needed when we rescued our first dog. Either way, congratulations. My guess is you landed here because you were looking for new dog essentials. When we rescued…
If you have children, then you know the importance of a vaccine schedule. Well, it’s the same with a puppy. Vaccinations are essential for protecting puppies against various infectious diseases, some of which can be fatal. When it comes to puppy vaccine schedules, there are several factors to consider, including the age of the dog…
When we lived in Ann Arbor, Michigan, we didn’t have to go very far to enjoy outdoor art. This was for a couple of reasons. One, Ann Arbor is home to the University of Michigan, which has many pieces of public art on the campus. And two, Art Fair. Every summer Ann Arbor hosts Art…
I never knew about wiggle butt dogs until we adopted our pup Buffy, a cocker spaniel, golden retriever, beagle mix with a docked tail. Without a tail to wag, his hindquarters had to do something when he was happy or excited. However, dogs with a tail can also have a wiggle butt. Read on for 11 dog…
I never knew about wiggle butt dogs until we adopted our pup Buffy. Buffy was a cocker spaniel, golden retriever, beagle mix with a docked tail. He came that way from the rescue. He was four when we adopted him. As you can imagine, without a tail to wag, his hindquarters had to do something…
Did you know that you can get your pet prescriptions at Costco? Neither did I until my dog Sadie had a second surgery last year. As you can imagine, her post-surgical pet meds were not cheap. We got the first batch sent home with us from the vet and paid handsomely for it. When I…
Why did I write this article on vacation rental houses in California with Peloton? Because of this original article on how to find a vacation home anywhere with a Peloton bike. As I continued to add to that article, it kept getting bigger and longer. And then I noticed something. There were two states that seemed…
There are two reasons I wanted to write this blog post on Peloton bikes in college towns. One, if you have a child in college or university, you may want to know about Peloton hotels when you visit them. Two, you may be interested to know about colleges and universities that have Pelotons on campus….
This past holiday season my family and I tried to find vacation rentals with a Peloton in it. Let me tell you it was not easy. After searching VRBO, AirBnB and even Craigslist, I knew I needed to write an article on how to find a private vacation rental with the Peloton in it. This…
UPDATE: Now that Ross Rayborn and Kristen McGee have both left, there are two fewer yoga instructors on the roster. I haven’t yet had time to update this article to reflect their departure so wanted to add this note at the top. When it comes to the best Peloton yoga instructors, it really depends on…