The beginning of the month is glorious – the wallet is brimming with crisp notes, the smiles are wide, and the long shopping list is ready. After paying dozens of bills and splurging, the smiles melt into furrowed brows and sullen expressions.
My home is my haven – the place where I can just be myself, carefree and complete. It is tidy with neatly stacked pillows, dusted shelves, and spotless windows. When I am out on a hot, sultry summer day full of chaotic traffic
If you decide to give me a surprise visit one day, you will most probably find me with my hair tied up in a messy bun, a mop in one hand and a washcloth in the other. I love to clean and organize things. My day often begins with cleaning up after my infant son […]
As a child, I was fascinated by Sci-Fi movies and futuristic world that the Jetsons lived in. The 1962 cartoon was set exactly one hundred years into the future. The family had a very utopian lifestyle; living around an orbit, holograms, flying vehicles and the best of all, Rosie the Robot Maid.
I have been battling acne almost all my life. From seeing dozens of dermatologists to spending my hard-earned money on useless skincare products, nothing worked out for me in the long run. I even tried changing my whole lifestyle – I ate healthier, I worked out regularly and indulged
It has been almost three decades and I am still unable to find a perfect shampoo that doesn’t dry out my hair. I have spent hundreds of dollars on fancy bottles of shampoos and conditioners that merely end up on my
Downsizing isn’t easy especially when you have to find storage for all your things but here are eight amazing storage ideas to make sure that you have all the room you need for your things. Don’t get me wrong, I am all for decluttering and throwing out what you don’t need but
The other day I made a long-delayed trip to the supermarket. While running errands, thirst got the better of me and I bought myself a bottled water. After gulping down the whole bottle, I threw it in the recycle bin.
Move over kettle, make way for the hot water dispenser! While a kettle would traditionally count as a kitchen essential, these days, there are options beyond the standard kettle. The alternatives are both more efficient and quicker
The season of Spring brings with itself blossoming flowers, rays of sunshine, warm breeze, and unfathomable joy. The new blooms and fresh green grass can lift anyone’s mood after a depressing winter. Almost everyone welcomes spring with open arms and a wide smile.
We’ve all been there, when the weather’s tremendously bad outside, and the kids have been stuck indoors for far too long. They’re bouncing of the walls, getting under your feet and generally need to work off some pent-up energy. You could head out to a jungle gym or indoor play area, but you’ve got work […]
Have you been ignoring your patio? Does your backyard house useless pieces of old furniture and broken pots? Is your garden overtaken by weed and mosquitoes? Well… Summer is here, and it is time to host barbecues and garden parties under the sky.
At some point in all of our lives, we may have felt like giving up the luxuries and worries of contemporary lifestyle to adopt a simpler and more intentional manner of living. I mean, I have often fantasised about quitting my current job, abandoning my well-maintained home, and moving to a small English cottage with […]
The best outdoor hot tubs come handy in a number of different ways. From improving blood circulation in your body to getting rid of the back pain, they can help your muscles feel relaxed after a hard day at the office. We look at what to consider when you are in the market for one […]
When it comes to the best outdoor garden gazebos, they are a must-have item for all those homeowners who want to make the most of their home’s outer living space. You can use them for outdoor celebrations, as they provide decent shelter for pools, hot tubs or even grills, and you can also use them […]
After a long, busy, and tiring day, it feels divine to fall into bed and immediately slip into a deep, sound, slumber. Sadly, not all of us have it that easy.
You might not know this, but if humidity exceeds beyond a certain level inside your house, it can trigger a rapid growth of allergens and bacterial organisms. An atmosphere which is prone to humidity serves as an ideal breeding ground for mildew and dust mites and all of them won’t be doing your health and […]
It’s time to cure that dead spot in your house, the one where you couldn’t get a good signal to browse the Internet or to continue streaming your favourite TV show.
A hardwood floor can be an attractive addition to any home. Its rich appearance will attract you and your guests and it will definitely add value to your home. You can install hardwood flooring in your bedrooms, living rooms or even kitchens which makes it quite a versatile home improvement technique.
Have you ever wondered why most of us can’t get enough of shopping, luxury items and clothes? Well, there is actually science behind it. Scientists have even recently come up with a new term ‘Enclothed Cognition‘. It describes the psychological effect clothes and jewellery have on the wearer. So, it’s easy to see the appeal […]