Category: Attitude

REAL 2019 Halloween Inspiration – 13 Scary Home Photos

Here’s to a first annual Halloween inspired post of scary home photos–some REAL 2019 Halloween inspiration my husband and I have captured this year. These are not all in our home, but they are...

How is this Blog Thing Going? Stats, SEO and Monetizing

In the past few months I’ve had a few questions on how blogging works…how the blog is doing, search engine optimization (SEO) and if I’m an affiliate marketer. So how HAS this blog been...

Make Sure You Buy or Design a House for Real People

How often do you want to hug a toilet? Unless you are beyond sick, your answer should be never. Well, with two kiddos I’m beyond friendly with the toilet in this bathroom. In the...

This $hit is About to Get Real

Last week I was a software engineer with a blog called JustNeedsPaint on the side. This week I’m a full time mom, business owner, and blogger–because that’s what I want to do, not because...

The Luxury of Patience During a Remodel

What’s your personality based on the following question: Does waiting to replace a broken faucet drive you crazy or do you pass it off as no big deal? Before you cheer about your need...

Need A Home Workout Plan? Try DIY Home Renovations!

Either the house can look good or I can look good. What if I told you you can have both!?! Many times a remodel is more than just updating the look of a room....

Tips for Rebuilding After a Flood: Ready for the Next One

Rebuilding after a flood* SUCKS! You didn’t want this, you don’t want to go through the mess, and you wouldn’t wish it on your worst enemy. It is one of the toughest experiences you...

99% Done is not a Finished Project

You know when you almost finish a project and its 99% of the way done? Sometimes you get pulled away or distracted by another more pressing project and you forget about getting back to...

The Home Depot Bathroom is Better than Any Showroom Floor!

Yes, the Home Depot bathroom is better than a Floor and Decor, Ferguson or any local fancy showroom floor. Any Home Depot bathroom is better than those found in Saks Fifth Avenue, a penthouse...

No One Else Will Care About Your Home as Much as You

A wise man (my brother) once said something along the lines of the following, “no one else will care about your home as much as you.” I can’t remember the conversation surrounding that nugget...