Why Smart HVAC Systems Are a Good Investment

When dealing with hotter climates, especially during the summer months, it’s normal to want to maintain cool temperatures without sacrificing environmental efficiency. One of the most impactful ways homeowners can remain comfortable without breaking the bank is by investing in a smart HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system. Understanding why smart HVAC systems are a good investment can help you make an informed decision as a consumer and find something that works for you.

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5 Ways To Prevent Pest Infestations on Your Property

As a parent, you want to create a secure environment for your little ones. However, pest infestations can annoy and threaten your family’s safety. Fortunately, you can take proactive steps to keep out insects and maintain a healthy living environment. Here are five ways to prevent pest infestations on your property.

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10 Tips for Reducing the Risk of Sustaining an Elbow Injury

Although your elbow is supposed to be the strongest part of your arm, it is still prone to certain injuries that can limit your mobility and daily activities. Instead of leaving it to chance, here are ten important tips to reducing your risk of an elbow injury.

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7 Teens/tweens, 2 Adults, 1 Island, No Ferries…our first camping experience!

I never understood it, shoot, if I’m being honest, I thought they were all crazy. What kind of a person volunteers to leave their climate-controlled home with a private bathroom, a fully stocked fridge, freezer, wifi, and all the modern-day accommodations they work so hard to provide their family and go live in the great outdoors for a week? To me that sounded like pure nonsense, borderline insanity. Vacations should require less work, not more. Why pack towels, air mattresses, sheets, pots, pans, coolers, etc.? Why not save yourself time, energy, and bug bites and just stay home? After an impromptu extended stay on an island with 7 tweens/teens, one brutal storm, dirty underwear, greasy hair, and legs you could play connect-the-bug bites on I think I finally get it. I drank the Kool-Aid. What’s even more shocking, is I miss it, there, I said it. But I’m getting ahead of myself, let me start from the beginning. 

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Accessories that Elevate Your Casual Look Instantly

In the fast-paced world of fashion, having a set of reliable accessories that can effortlessly elevate your casual look is essential. The right addition can transform an everyday outfit into a chic, memorable ensemble that turns heads everywhere you go. From timeless pieces to trending statement-makers, here’s a guide to accessorizing like a pro.

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Maximizing Your College Prep With Organized Study Plans

Getting into college is a significant milestone that requires dedication, hard work, and a strategic approach to your studies. Maintaining an organized study plan can make a substantial difference in achieving your academic goals and ensuring you are well-prepared for college. Let’s explore how structured study plans can help you excel in high school and set the stage for college success.

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12 Tips to Help Moms Balance it ALL this School Year (and Giveaway)

Having it all can be exhausting, am I right moms? As a lone parent to three teens, graduate student, teacher, and homeowner I know that if I do not manage stress it will manage me in the form of burnout and ultimately negatively impact my immune system, and then I am out of commission. The last thing a mom can be is out of commission, don’t get me wrong we would gladly welcome a week in bed but this week in bed would come with a heavy price of trying to play catchup for the next month. Therefore, it’s in our best interest to get in front of the matter sooner rather than later.

I’m sharing tips to help you balance or at least find harmony with all the plates you are juggling mommas! What’s more, these tips will help you give yourself grace for breaks and carve out time to rest and rejuvenate so that you can recharge and stick to your new routine. These tips will help make your life better and more rewarding this school year. Additionally, to give you a jump start on learning how to give yourself grace breaks I’m giving away one $50 gift card to Target to be used however that momma (or parent) pleases! Read on for tips and to enter the giveaway!

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Back To School: Tips for Keeping Your Kids Healthy

Ah, the back-to-school season is in full swing. After the dog days of summer, many students have returned to the classroom to take on a new academic year of learning and unlock a fresh world of possibilities. This period of change and transition is an ideal time for parents to focus on the health of their kiddos. Providing the greatest opportunities to sustain their wellness and soundness is of the essence in the months ahead.

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