You probably know some of the most common federal holidays. But, do you know why we celebrate them? Are you familiar with when these national holidays occur? And are you wondering if stores, businesses, banks and more are allowed to be open on federal holidays? Well, after writing my article on stores closed on national…
Torn between your wanderlust and a wagging tail? Don’t give up on either. Road trips are all about bonding with family and friends. Plus, an amazing 78% of pet parents do not mind their fur babies tagging along on vacations. However, just because you and I like to bring them along doesn’t mean that they’ll…
Our whole family is familiar with what goes into holiday travel with pets. For example, as I write this article, I’m waiting for my older daughter to arrive for the holidays with her dog, Walter. Earlier this month, my husband and I traveled to our vacation home with our two dogs, Oscar and Sadie. That’s…
Are you looking to plan a dog friendly vacation this year? That describes my husband and me every year. In fact, every fall, every winter and every spring we try to figure out our vacation options. We’re those people who want to go away with our dogs rather than hire a sitter. Anyway, how did…
Spooky season has arrived, and whether you dress in costume with full abandon or turn off the porch lights first thing on Halloween night, there’s one thing that’s unavoidable this time of year: candy. In fact, the National Retail Federation estimates that consumers will spend $3.5 billion on candy in 2024. 23 Halloween candies ranked…
Before a recent trip, I wasn’t aware of United Airlines pet policies. However, on my flight from Portland, Maine to Newark, New Jersey, there were two families with pets in the boarding area. One had a Maine coon cat in a carrier. The other family had two white pups that looked like cockapoos. They were…
Given that I like to take my dogs on vacation with me, it shouldn’t be a surprise that locating dog friendly airports is also important to me. In fact, the first time I ever even considered the notion of an airport with pet-friendly amenities was the summer my husband and I were flying to Ireland….
If you like to own a big dog but you’ve got allergies, you may think you’re out of luck. However, you would be wrong. Here are 12 large dog breeds that are also considered to be hypoallergenic. No need to pass the tissues. Xoloitzcuintli Dog Breed The Xoloitzcuintli dog breed is also known as the…
If you like big dogs and are looking for hypoallergenic breeds to adopt, I can help. I’ve done some research on the best big hypoallergenic dog breeds that don’t shed or likely won’t make you itch. This article on Stacker.com focused on 23 dog breeds that are probably good for families with allergies. However, the…
Are you like me and love hitting the stores for the best after Halloween sales starting on November 1? I know that I’m always excited to see what kinds of discounts and markdowns I can find on decorations, home decor, candy, costumes and more. In fact, the day after Halloween (aka All Saints Day) last…
What is a 10 minute tidy? It’s a quick way to declutter your home and clean it up without feeling overwhelmed. I’m using the phrase 10-minute tidy because it reminds me of the 10-second tidy from a children’s program my daughters loved. It was called “The Big Comfy Couch” and it always included the 10-second…
This article is all about midcentury modern furniture that looks vintage and is vintage. However, in many cases, you can find contemporary versions. This allows you to decorate a mid-century modern home with appropriate furnishings. To start I review how some modern furniture designs came to be — and how the space age of the…
According to Pinterest Trends, the vintage Christmas aesthetic is super popular. Not just old timey holidays but 70s Christmas and 90s Christmas. Makes sense since bootcut, bell bottom jeans are back. But I digress. Here’s what I know: people are searching for where to find vintage Christmas home decor, how to create a nostalgic holiday…
If you have to sell a parent or relative’s house after they’ve died, then you should be prepared for quite an adventure. My husband and I went through this a few years ago when his great aunt died. She’d lived with his mother for decades. Once she died, my mother in law needed to go…
Having bought and sold eight homes, we’ve always struggled with the notion of whether or not to do home improvements before selling. The conversation was always something like, should we fix up the home before putting it on the market? Or should we sell it as is? Well, the truth is, you can do whatever…
Selling your home? Don’t stress about your to-do list of things to fix before selling a house. There are home improvements that aren’t worth doing in today’s real estate market. That’s because you’ll never get your investment back. In a different market, these were the best home improvements to do before selling. Also, homes are still…
When my husband and I were looking to replace the floors in our house, we hadn’t even considered that you could use bamboo as a hardwood flooring. I always thought that flooring had to be wood-wood–you know, from trees. However, when we visited Home Depot to consider our options and our budget, that’s when we…
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….