The Best “Good for the Soul” Chili Recipe Is there any other food that can divide people like chili? If you are not sure, try this: put yourself in a group of people and mention that some put cinnamon in their chili then sit back and let the fireworks begin! I mean honestly, no one is hosting a chicken pot pie cooking contest. People have a definite opinion about what is good chili. Even if someone doesn’t think their chili recipe is the best, you can be sure that they could point to someone they know who “makes the best chili!”
It’s that time of year again and I want to help you save a little bit of money. Every year I stage and photograph my own Holiday card and I want to pass my DIY skills onto you. Don’t be intimidated, all you need is some holiday décor, a camera (your smartphone camera will work), and your loved ones.
Let’s start at the beginning. According to Webster’s dictionary, Hygge is a “quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.” Think of it as cozy meets minimalism. The idea is to make the coziest space with the least amount of items. So in other words, DECLUTTER. Hygge is an idea brought on by the Danish and Norwegians and has become popular around the world. Follow along with my easy recommendations and you’ll feel cozy and relaxed in no time!
When a DIY Becomes a DI Why?
If DIY stands for Do it Yourself, then DDIY should stand for Don’t Do it Yourself. The internet is littered with DIY fails, from elaborate make up to homemade wreaths to ornaments with a pet’s paw print. Some of them are hilarious but some are relatable, albeit still hilarious. What is it that causes a project to become a DIY fail? For me, its when I get a bit too cocky and a little too ambitious; I start thinking, “I can do this. All I need is a little…”—it’s bad news from there. But isn’t that what the internet is great for? It may give you an idea for this “great DIY” project but when you crash and burn, it can provide comfort, knowing you aren’t alone, as you scroll through other’s failures to DIY. That’s what my goal is here. I’ll be that person that you can relate to as you read about my DIY’s that turned into D.I. why’s.
Ah, fall. The absolute best time of the year. A time to refresh your mind, body, and home. Lucky for you I have some budget-friendly, easy to create fall décor to help get you in the spirit of the season. These DIY’s are pretty much foolproof. Seriously, there are no rules. So, read on and take a few notes. We’re going to have some fun!
5 Tips to Create a Safe and Happy Home for your Pet!
Buying a house can be stressful enough but the real challenge comes when you actually move in. Giving your house that warm and inviting feel is most likely number one on your list, but what about making a happy home for your pet? I’ll be sharing my five best tips and tricks on how to keep your pet happy, comfortable and safe so you can focus on the important stuff
For Sale by Owner Wasn’t Worth the Hassel: A True Story
In the world of social media, online marketplaces, and instant communication, we have become so accustomed to selling our own things to consumers. Speaking as someone who regularly sells their gently used clothes at a reasonable price *wink*, it is easy to adopt an attitude of “give me a platform that performs well, and I can sell anything!” But is this true for selling your own house? My co-worker, Bill thought so but quickly had his mind changed.
Realtor.com, Zillow, Redfin, Trulia. These are all sites that allow you to enter search criteria and look through home listings in your area. You may find yourself asking, “with so many out there why would we consider adding another?” I could see why you might question the need for this but what if I told you, this site pays you for using it?
This seems like a tricky question, doesn’t it? And no, we aren’t working some sort of shady mortgage angle. There is a loan product that allows the borrower (person getting the mortgage) to qualify as an owner/occupant without actually living in the property. While this product has been out there for many years, it is often forgotten about.
Relationships are tricky. All of them. But the relationship of landlord and tenant can particularly be a tough one to navigate. A landlord is concerned for their property, their investment, and rightly so. However, at the same time, this property is where the tenant calls home and they spend hard earned money to be there. So, when issues arise between a landlord and tenant, there can be a lot of emotion tied to what is essentially a business relationship.
