House Swap: Creative Financing Enables Couple to Retire on Smith Mountain Lake
“Our dream was always to get a house on the lake.”
That’s a common refrain in this region. Smith Mountain...
CATALOG IT!: How to Create a Home Inventory
After disaster strikes, the last thing homeowners want to worry about is trying to determine the worth...
Buckle Up, Tidy Up: Stay Organized While Living on the Go
Each spring, we get to go to a convention for my spouse’s job. It’s always held at an elegant hotel,...
Best In Brunch
In the spring there are plenty of occasions for brunch; Mother’s Day and Easter are the two that come...
Snow Day, Kitchen Play: Stock your Pantry for Easy Comfort Food
We all laugh at each other and ourselves each time snow is predicted. It seems to be a local covenant:...
Gifts for Pets: Give Them What They Really Want!
Buying a gift for your furry best friend shouldn’t be any different than shopping for
your other loved...
Gifts From the Kitchern: New Takes on Holiday Traditions
Picture the scene:
December 20-something in the afternoon, your doorbell rings. You rush to the door...
Using Good Scents: Incorporating Fragrance into Your Home's Design
When planning all the thoughtful details that put your personal stamp on your home, almost all of...
With Sugar On Top: Host a Gingerbread House-Making Party
Decorating a gingerbread house is a centuries-old holiday tradition. Edible, sugary creations topped...
Eating Lunch "al Desko"
There are all kinds of reasons why packing your lunch is a good idea: it’s cheaper than eating out,...
