Author: Anne Thimble

Grilling food is an enjoyable experience from the perspective of the person behind the grill and in front of the plate. Food tastes better outside; when it is BBQ’d, it’s another level.

Coziness isn’t something we always put on dark wood floors as a descriptor. Clean and contemporary, wood flooring is perfect for many homes but they can be very cold and bare. Area rugs bring warmth and comfort, freshening up any wood and making it feel like home. Search for the best area rugs for dark …

Getting in physical activity when possible is a great way to release the stress in your life. You do not have to be an Olympic or professional athlete just to get a good sweat in. You need a favourite pastime or sport and a few minutes each day. From playing soccer to lifting weights to …

A franchise is, in simple terms, a licensing relationship. A company like Baskins or Starbucks usually operates this way by licensing its brand and using systems for interested individuals. As such, the company gives you the right to sell its products, and in turn, you agree to pay a certain percentage of fees upfront and …

Starting a new life in a new home can be pretty exciting, right? But moving is generally expensive, stressful, and overwhelming, and packing is probably the worst part. Unless your moving budget allows you to pay your movers to take care of everything for you, you will have to carefully pack your belongings in boxes …

If your roof got damaged during a storm, you should get it repaired as soon as possible before the damage has a chance to get worse. But how can you know if your roof got damaged? You should either inspect it yourself or schedule an inspection by professional roofers. If necessary, the professionals may help …

There are many ways to decorate a dollar store. Some ideas include delightful hanging decorations, balloons, or DIY arts and crafts. The decorations don’t have to be very expensive. You can make very creative decorations using fairly cheap items with the right approach. There are different aesthetics to your decorations, whether it’s luxury and minimalist …

Do you have a giving heart? Most people want to donate some of their time, talent and treasure to a worthy cause, but they just don’t know where to start. There are different reasons you may want to give. Philanthropy could be for a religious belief or moral duty. It could be that you just …

The home is where the heart is, as the timeless adage usually goes. As soon as you get the keys to your home, you can then set a foundation for yourself, or your family, in the years to come. Down the line, you may also feel as if you can take this sentiment further by …