No neat definition for spring cleaning

While many are still debating if it is actually spring or not, the spring cleaning urge is setting in for me, even if I have to wear my parka to do it. That said, my spring cleaning isn’t the traditional cleaning frenzy. I think it’s fair to say that, especially as parents, most of us cringe at the number of …

Home is not belongings drop the s and it becomes clear

People say that “Home is where the heart is,” but I want to restate it to: “Home is where the fart is.” It’s a bit crude, but truthful. I got there after careful consideration and a greeting card-style poem. Home is a place: a physical structure that houses our belongings and lives. We look for a solid foundation to build …

Want to stimulate the economy? Grab a sledgehammer and get to work

COLUMN: Funding is available If the weather or economy is getting you down, perhaps it is time to rethink your vacation time and complete some home repairs. Not only could you be enjoying your living space more, but there are financial incentives to help make it happen. Recently I launched into massive renovations including taking down two walls, refinishing hardwood …