Between the shuffling of boxes and the moving van pulling up, going through a major move with kids of any age can present challenges logistically and emotionally. Summer is a popular time for families to move, as they have time to get settled into the new house before the school year starts in the fall.
As you prepare to list your current home and start the search for your next, talking to your kids about the upcoming process can help them feel engaged with the move- even if it feels scary and unknown to them.
If you’re preparing to move this summer, whether around the block or across the country, following these tips and tricks can be helpful to ensure everything goes smoothly and your children feel supported during the process.
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The cold weather has arrived, and with it
comes a slew of new opportunities to have fun indoors! If you’re looking for
ways to keep your family entertained during the winter months, look no further.
We’ve put together a list of some of the best
indoor activities for the whole family to enjoy. From playing games to watching
movies, there’s something for everyone on this list. So, bundle up and get
ready to have some fun!
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For many people, the idea of aging in place is appealing. The ability to stay in one’s own home as you age has numerous benefits. It can provide a sense of continuity and comfort, as well as increased independence and control over one’s environment. Plus, aging in place can often be less expensive than moving to a retirement community or long-term care facility. It also allows people to remain close to their family and friends, which can be especially beneficial as they age.
This style of living can allow people to age with dignity, in a setting that is familiar and comfortable to them. For all these reasons, aging in place is an attractive option for many seniors. As a result, we may find ourselves in the position of needing to make some changes to our homes to make them more accessible. This can be a challenge, but it’s important to do what we can to help our aging parents stay safe and independent. Here are a few tips on how to make your home more accessible for aging parents.
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If you’re looking for a fun
activity to bring your family closer together, consider making a family time
capsule. By creating one, you’ll not only spend quality time with your family,
but you’ll also learn valuable information depending on what your family
members put into it. The best part is that the rules for the time capsule can
be made up by the whole family so everyone has a say. Plus, you can take the
time and decorate your time capsule with your family and make it unique!
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Selling an inherited house is challenging on many levels. The first is
the emotional impact of dealing with the death of a loved one. Then there’s paperwork,
legal responsibilities, and financial considerations to take into account.
That’s why we compiled this guide to help you with the process of selling an
inherited house.
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We all love to live in a place that looks perfectly clean and welcoming. But are you aware that there are chemicals in almost everything? Yes, we are exposed to toxic chemicals at home without even being aware of it.
A healthy home involves a lot of cleaning chores, but the amount of chemical content that you are accidentally adding to your home by using cleaning products can be surprising. Creating a perfect world where you can simply rejuvenate sounds good, right? The catch lies in switching to toxin-free products that can help you design a non-toxic paradise.
So if a natural and toxin-free home is in your to-do list, here are a few ways to cut down the chemical invasion at your home:
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