Gardening is a stress-relieving task that enables body and mind relaxation. Due to that, nearly 82 million U.S residents have gardened in the past year. The good thing about gardening is that it doesn’t require a college education. Any person can grow vegetable plants easily. Apart from vegetables, a homeowner can plant various vegetation to … [Read more…]
When you have a lot of articles that you need to store, the garage is a great place to do it. The problem is, so many people put items into their garage that their garages soon get overrun with items. It can become a dirty place that is cluttered and doesn’t look great. What people … [Read more…]
More than half of Americans don’t sleep well during the workweek. Studies report that an estimated 62% of adults in the United States have issues getting enough rest at least two or three nights every week. And worse yet, a reported 30% are currently battling insomnia. But why? Doctors might point to a lack of … [Read more…]
What are some simple — and free — ways to support our troops? Parents and schools are asking kids to write letters, Christmas cards, and Valentines addressed to our soldiers. The results are priceless. “Hi I’m Valerie and I’m eating a cupcake,” one Christmas card, published in The Huffington Post, reads. Another gem? “Dear Soldier, … [Read more…]
Historically, hanging Shoji screens were found in 16th century Japanese home, but these days custom Japanese room screens are featured in Wester interior designs thanks to their unique and international flavor. While hanging Shoji screens can be customized with nontraditional materials, even the traditional Shoji screens and doors can provide relative durability for contemporary homes. … [Read more…]
Many Americans choose to grab a cold disposable bottle of water out of their fridge when they need a drink or before they step out the door. In fact, according to data compiled by Statistic Brain, the average American will use a whopping 167 bottles every year. With the average cost of a bottle around … [Read more…]
Is America the most materialistic country in the world? Since capitalism thrives on materialism, and the United States is the wealthiest capitalist nation in the world, it is very possible that Americans are the most materialistic people on earth. Of course, there is no way to prove that, but various statistics can often be enough … [Read more…]
Furniture shopping can be a notoriously pricy endeavor. Sofas alone can cost anywhere from $600 to $6,000! Luckily, furnishing your home no longer has to break the bank! Fortunately, there are a number of ways to find furniture of great quality at a great price. Taking time to look for discount furniture can save you … [Read more…]
Many people will equate city living with luxury living, and while this actually is the case, it’s not quite in the materialistic way that they think. City living offers people more luxurious experiences–the chance to take in rich cultures, and meet amazing people. If unconvinced that the city is luxurious because of its advantages, here … [Read more…]
In the United States there are 629 public 4 year college institutions. Most schools have dorms on campus occupied predominantly by underclassmen. What about upperclassmen? For many the start of their junior year means finding student housing apartments on or off campus. If you are looking for an apartment it is important to find a … [Read more…]