Home & Gardening

Unfortunately, citronella candles and bug spray can be smelly and packed with harmful chemicals. I hate feeling sticky from the sprays or breathing in the smoke from candles so here are some natural alternatives to keep the mosquitoes away.

I like to think I'm a 'Do It Yourself' (DIY) kind of guy, but every time I step off into a new project I find out just how much I don't know.

Mr. Greenthumb I am not, but I would like to be. Have you ever heard of creating an above ground garden using bales of straw?

Hydrogen peroxide is a non-toxic cleaner and can be used for many areas of your home. Gather some baking soda, vinegar, castile soap (olive oil based soap) and hydrogen peroxide then hit the dirt.

I am allergic to their stings. I am afraid of their buzz. I hate being chased by them so how can I keep wasps away from my house and property?

I don't care what the official PR machine in Washington D. C. or the mainstream media tries to get you to believe, you and I know that everything is getting more expensive.

Home is where the heart is. It is also where we are supposed to get sanctuary, rest, relaxation and rejuvenate for the next day. Home is the place where we spend time with our families. It should be comfortable and easy to spend time at home. According to a story on Uncoached.com, since we spend so much time in our homes, it's easy to get into habits and patterns of behavior that aren't the health

What is this pretty flower? It looks like something that would grow in a tropical climate but it is growing in my yard. It is on top of a pile of dirt that I had hauled in a couple of years ago. Check out the fruit that is also growing on this vine.

Every rose sends a different message. The color you choose can make a big difference.  Mixing colors doesn't get you off the hook of their meaning either.  A mixture of certain colors also sends a specific message.  Ask your florist for assistance but if you insist on going it alone, read on for colors and meanings.

Google has an app for Android and iPhone for comparison shopping while you are out and about. It's called Google Shopper. It allows you to scan the bar code of an item and Google will find prices at nearby stores and online.