School is back in session, which means that it will be fall very soon. As hot as it has been this summer, I am sure that we are all looking forward to crisp mornings and cooler temperatures throughout the day. Decorating seasonally is a popular … Read More
Lawn Care During a Drought Continued
The Lake Conroe area has enjoyed some rainfall since my last article on proper lawn care during a drought. However in spite of the rain, the drought conditions have gotten worse. According to the US Drought Monitor, Montgomery County is in a severe drought. The … Read More
It’s a Peach of a Summer!
Are you ready for a peach of a summer? Fredericksburg and other parts of the Texas Hill Country are famous for their peaches. I recently drove through Georgia, arguably the peach capital of the US. Then I ate the best peaches of my life in … Read More
Protect Your Lawn During a Drought
It doesn’t require a degree in meteorology to know that we are on the verge of a severe drought. We have gotten inconsistent and little rain. Combine that with high winds all spring and unseasonably hot temperatures now and we could be in serious trouble. … Read More
Stay Safe While Things are Heating Up
The summer days are really heating up! The mercury is rising and high temperatures can lead to real life-threatening situations. Today we are going to look at heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat Exhaustion Fortunately heat exhaustion can easily be treated by cooling down. However … Read More
Pantry Organization in 5 Steps
School has just let out and summer has begun! It also means that kids and their friends will be in and out of your home for the next few months. A common question is: what is there to eat? Between meals, snacks, and beverages, your … Read More
Homework Rooms: A New Trend
Have you ever heard of homework rooms? I had not. It is a new trend according to HGTV. So let’s look into what a homework room is, what they look like, how it can adapt over the years. What is a Homework Room? Since the … Read More
Declutter with Swedish Death Cleaning
Two months ago I introduced you to the concept of Swedish Death Cleaning. It is a process of letting go of material things that you don’t need, use, and even sentimental items. The latter proves to be the hardest one because we are so emotionally … Read More
Enjoy Best of Both Worlds in Cleveland: 6698 Pine Shadows Drive
Today I want to highlight a tract of land in Cleveland, Texas. 6698 Pine Shadows Drive is a blank slate and perfect for anyone looking to build on acreage in a growing area. Let’s look at the main selling points of this property: large tract … Read More
Don’t Love Your Lawn to Death
How can you love your lawn to death? Well when I was a little girl my grandmother, who had the proverbial green thumb, told me that in order to raise ivy well you had to be mean. In other words, it would not thrive with … Read More