We just moved to a brand-new community in Lewes, Delaware, and we genuinely want to be good neighbors. Perhaps you also want a great relationship with your neighbors. Or maybe you’re just wondering what a good neighbor really is, or why some neighbors seem harder to get along with than others. All good questions. Here’s … Read more
“Black ice” – I had never even heard of this term before moving from sunny LA to Delaware. But it’s definitely a phenomenon in winter climes, and it apparently injures over 135,000 people a year. That’s pretty serious business. So how exactly do you know if you are driving in black ice conditions? The biggest indication … Read more
For the first time in my life, I woke up to a snowed-in driveway. It was going to be hard to pull the car out of the garage. How, I wondered, do experienced east-coasters handle this situation? From what I have observed, in my tiny neighborhood, most people do the following: They shovel the snow … Read more
You know the laundry is piling up, last night dinner dishes are ready to be washed, and those dirty toilets need some scrubbing. This needs to be done! The guilt is killing you, but you need help. How do you stay motivated to do chores? You can start by getting rid of all the things … Read more
If you live somewhere on the east coast of the US, chances are you have heard of Rehoboth Beach. It is not only a beach; it’s a city and a popular vacation destination. How popular, you ask. It’s hot: the town shows a population per the 2010 census of about 1,300 people and reaches over … Read more
In this day and age, our homes are full of technical stuff and many wires that come with it. Of course, nobody wants to look at them in a nicely decorated room. One of the biggest problems is TV cables because a TV is often the center of the room. Homeowners need to know the … Read more