The oldest civilizations on earth measured their months and years on lunar cycles, solar cycles, or both. So, though the Chinese adopted the Western, or…
amy.dixonJanuary 19, 2023
Best Washers & Dryers in 2025
Looking for a new washer and dryer in 2025? With so many options on the market, finding the perfect set can feel overwhelming. In this…
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Velvet is, has, and always will be an ultimate display of luxury in homes. And since humans love to display our sensibilities toward the better…
amy.dixonJanuary 12, 2023
The energy we expend in our homes adds up to a significant chunk of our monthly bills and, because inflation has hit us so hard…
amy.dixonJanuary 10, 2023
Baby, it’s cold outside! All that motivation for getting healthy in the new year is now facing deterrents like chilling temps, snow, and torrential rains.…
amy.dixonJanuary 5, 2023
It takes a lot of hearty meals to support an army, especially one that’s fighting a revolution. Fifes and drums just can’t boost morale over…
amy.dixonDecember 29, 2022
New Year’s Eve is the perfect transitional event to help your kids squeeze in that last little bit of holiday fun before their days go…
amy.dixonDecember 27, 2022
Remember salt dough? That plain white, playdough-like dough we all made crafts and tree ornaments with back in play school, kindergarten, or scouts? Salt dough…
amy.dixonDecember 23, 2022
The internet is the gift that keeps on giving… Especially when we need step-by-step instructions on how to wrap a present! These videos may get…
amy.dixonDecember 20, 2022
The great thing about chocolate is that is goes with almost everything. Then, if you get that chocolate all warm and melty, you can dip…
amy.dixonDecember 15, 2022
You have just about one week until Christmas! If you’re still shopping for gifts—or haven’t started shopping yet—you are not alone. So, don’t fret, there’s…
amy.dixonDecember 13, 2022
Faux Christmas trees are expensive! Live Christmas trees are messy. And both kinds can take up a pretty big footprint in your living room. Sometimes…
amy.dixonDecember 8, 2022
We all take microwave ovens for granted now. What was a newly affordable—and magical!—kitchen appliance for those of us who grew up in the '80s,…
amy.dixonDecember 6, 2022
Have you ever thought about really starting off a new year with intention, eager to get some aspect of your life in order without procrastinating…
amy.dixonNovember 29, 2022
You’ve watched the parade. You ate dinner. Everybody else is watching football… or basketball… or soccer… Or all three. You’ve eaten some leftovers. Now you’re…
amy.dixonNovember 24, 2022
It already feels like winter in much of the U.S.! And with the long Thanksgiving holiday weekend coming up, we already know there’s going to…
amy.dixonNovember 22, 2022
Fall holiday decorations are very budget-friendly because all the pumpkins we used for Halloween can be carried right over into November for Thanksgiving! But, even…
amy.dixonNovember 17, 2022
Prepping and cooking the Thanksgiving turkey and all the fixin’s gives many of us serious anxiety. Did we buy a turkey that’s big enough to…
amy.dixonNovember 15, 2022
It’s time to make space for holiday hosting season! Not make space as in preparing ourselves mentally, although that’s probably a good idea with in-laws…
amy.dixonNovember 11, 2022
Some families like to go ALL OUT for Thanksgiving dinner and serve a gourmet, multi-course menu that includes a whole bird, a whole ham, oyster…
amy.dixonNovember 8, 2022
