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The Dream on the Enchanting Lagoon
In a field surrounded by wildflowers and butterflies, is a charming, picturesque cottage that is big enough for two. Old stone bricks make up the structure, with vibrant vines caressing its exterior. Smoke is always gently flowing from the chimney and a soft glow of golden light shines through the windows at night, while the crickets sing and the bullfrogs chirp in a nearby creek. Inside, a warm fire is crackling within the fireplace and the smell of cinnamon wafts through the intimate space as the kettle begins its loud whistle. A round, distressed, white, table with matching chairs occupies most of the space, with knitted, turquoise placemats in front of the chairs; a yellow, porcelain vase holds fresh flowers from the garden in the back yard. Beside the fire is a worn, but entirely too comfortable, wing chair, with a stack of books resting on the side table to its left. Beautiful paintings of meadows and willow trees decorate the walls. Up the wooded stairs is a...Wait. I’m describing Miss Honey’s cottage from Matilda, aren’t I? Sorry! Let me start again.
By Adrianna 6 years ago in Lifehack
The cabin of my dreams
Nestled between rolling green hills and a sparkling lake full of color and life, surrounded by trees and natural light, my dream would be a small wooden cabin there. Sitting several meters in the back yard a garden full of vegetables and fruit trees would bring tonight's dinner. A small patio provides the perfect spot to sit and drink a hot cup of coffee or Indian chai. The organic sounds of nature flowing around me bring peace to my home, soul, and mind.
By RMcKittrick6 years ago in Lifehack
Tips on Being Frugal: How to Save Money on Family Expenses
Rent, utilities, WiFi, groceries — the cost of living has skyrocketed over the years. For low-income families, dental care, or a trip to the convenience store can put a dent in savings. If you think this is a threat to your financial security, you’re not alone. Since nearly half of the United States has the same opinion, your best option is to live within your means.
By Carlos Fox6 years ago in Lifehack
Tips to Make a Good Impression
When there are a lot of homes on the market, it can be hard for buyers to choose which ones they want to look at closer. Many drive by and look at the outside to see whether or not they want to schedule a showing to look inside. Therefore, how the outside of the home looks should be very important for you; a good impression is necessary. Here are some tips to help.
By Shelley Wenger6 years ago in Lifehack
6 SIGNS YOU HAVE A WATER
Water leak. Those are two words no homeowner ever wants to hear. But leaks happen and they must be dealt with quickly. Otherwise, you could end up in a world of hurt.
By Farwa Ramzan6 years ago in Lifehack
My Dream House Explained.
We all have dream houses. Its a given that anyone of us has the perfect house in our minds. Ask any person about their dream house and instantly the details are explained. People will always start with the type of house they want. A farm house, an English manor, a castle, a palace...always something big, never small. Then, one hears about the fancy rooms inside their dream house. Usually something akin to a library, a bar, a game room...the list goes on. Finally, the location of their dream house is always somewhere exotic. Most choices are an island, the mountains, or a forest.
By Halden Mile6 years ago in Lifehack
My Dream Home
I have imagined my dream home for years. I grew up in a world full of design plans (Architects and Engineers in my family) rolled up on our dining room table and imagined how someday maybe I would design my own home. There are two kinds of homes that have come to mind lately. Of course, both would be environmentally friendly! Have you read my blog on Global Warming? We now have available the best in cutting-edge technology to harness the powers of natural reusable energy sources when we design Earth friendly homes. Wired and wireless security (SimpliSafe is one wireless security system) features that run throughout homes are available, so all we have to do is tap our cellphones and...VOILA! instant access to locking and unlocking doors, shutting down lights, and we can even check to view real-time video inside our houses while we are away. These features windup paying for themselves over the long run. The proper building materials can ensure the home will last for generations of peaceful, green living!
By Lady Sunday6 years ago in Lifehack
The House That Dreams Of Being My Home
A babbling creek steadily rushes into a calm river. A river that gets disturbed by the feet of ducklings, mom and pop duck, and little fish fins as they brush across the surface.
By Jax Wolf6 years ago in Lifehack
Eye-catching Color Ideas for Your Home
Do you know that communicating without words is possible? Colors are everywhere and there are approximately 10 million colors in existence. In fact, they play a vital role in our lives as they form a visually powerful international language.
By Holly Schaeffer6 years ago in Lifehack
All You Need To Know About Tenancy Cleaning
Envision this. You have newly moved in into a home as a tenant and are taking a look around. Almost everything is the way you like, but the house isn’t clean enough. The biggest turn off for potential tenants is an unclean house. This is the primary reason why one should have the apartment deep cleaned when they decide to bid farewell to their temporary home.
By Nishant Kumar6 years ago in Lifehack
Tips for Buying the Right Mattress
Buying a mattress, especially a really good one, can be expensive. Though you may not want to spend that much, with the right care, your mattress can last for years.
By Shelley Wenger6 years ago in Lifehack
The Home of My Dreams
My vision of a dream home shifted over the years. As a child, I was envious of the mansions and luxurious homes my friends lived in (though our four bedroom and two and a half bath was nothing to sneeze at). After college, I returned home, yet dreamed of the city life—some modern apartment in the financial district of New York, or a brownstone near Greenwich Village.
By Kristi Jacobsen6 years ago in Lifehack