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A budget is one of the most important financial tools in your arsenal, but budgeting isn’t one size fits all. In order to be successful, your budget should reflect your income and spending, but also your desires and need to live a balanced life. Learn to build a realistic… Read More
As summer approaches, pools are great for play, exercise and therapy. However, it is critical that while enjoying ourselves, we take appropriate safety precautions. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 275 children nationwide under the age of 5 drown in swimming pools annually, and… Read More
Plan ahead for your weekend brunch with this Farmer’s Casserole . It packs a hearty combination of meat, cheese, eggs and a hint of spice from jalapenos. You can prepare this recipe the night before and let it chill overnight for a ready-to-serve dish that just needs to be… Read More
Plant parenthood among Millennials and Gen Z has been on the rise in recent years, and time spent at home throughout the pandemic has inspired even more people to start houseplant collections. In fact, over the past year, searches including “indoor plants,” “buy plants” and “plant delivery” spiked,… Read More
This week we discuss how spring cleaning should include the outside of your home too. Preparing your home for the warm summer months and for outdoor entertaining is just as important as tidying up inside. Susan Brewer Service First Real Estate (636)936-8600… Read More
How to infuse living spaces with color that feeds the soul From experiences to surroundings, the past year has brought a renewed focus on feeding the soul. In an era of overstimulation and information overload, many are finding a new appreciation for living life minimally but with maximum experiences. Read More
Few relationships are as special as a bond between a mother and her child. There is often so much laughter, so much love and so many good times spent around food and family over the years. From trying new foods together and cooking lessons at a young age to… Read More
Working from home doesn’t have to be work. Creating a functional space in your home (whether it is an entire room, a portion of a room, a closet or converted guest room when no one is visiting) can be as easy as a quick run to the hardware store or… Read More
When it comes to choosing beautiful, functional lighting, the selections can appear endless and may be leaving you with no idea where to start. If so, you’re not alone. Many homeowners mistakenly believe any fixture will do the same job, when in fact effective lighting design is something of… Read More
Fairly easy to construct and even easier to maintain, raised garden beds are a great way to raise plants and vegetables in the comfort and convenience of your backyard. In a recent episode of the Exmark Original Series, “Done-in-A-Weekend-Extreme,” landscape designer and show host, Doug Scott, spoke to organic… Read More