Hello World! Welcome Friends! How has your week been? Life here at The Dedicated House has been busy as usual. Chloe stayed home on Monday with just the touch of a cold. The poor child thought she was going to get to play on her tablet all day while she was sick. Not so, said this mama! By Tuesday, she begged me to let her go to school even if she had a ... Read More about Anything Blue Friday – Week 125
5 Ways to Cool Your House While Saving on Utilities
Hello World! Welcome Friends! Everyone loves summer! Sunny days, warm nights, and outdoor fun. The perfect time of year. But that perfection comes at a price, mostly paid on your utility bill. Yes, some of the enjoyment of summer comes from a cool retreat into your air conditioned house where you can shed the heat of the sun in comfort. Too keep the bite on your wallet to a minimum, ... Read More about 5 Ways to Cool Your House While Saving on Utilities
Organization Monthly Party – March 2018
Hello World! Welcome Friends! Well, I don't have an organizational post to show you, but I have been working away organizing the Playroom and my Office. Chloe has decided she is finished with all of her Barbies. This has opened up a ton of space in the Playroom...the child had a ton of Barbies, clothes, dream house, vacation house and camper. But, I did want to show ... Read More about Organization Monthly Party – March 2018
Before & After Wednesday – Week 89
Hello World! Welcome Friends! It's time for our fun Before & After party! Looking forward to seeing all of your transformations! But first, the Star Feature! Welcome to Week 89 of: Star Feature Purple Hues and Me updated a plain thrift store planter to the Spring beauty you see here. Pay her a visit to pick up her source list and tutorial. Gail, grab your ... Read More about Before & After Wednesday – Week 89
10 Spring Cleaning Tips to Prevent Spring Bugs & Pests
Hello World! Welcome Friends! The tradition of spring cleaning probably came from a few different sources. The Jews were told to perform a cleaning ritual with Passover, a holiday celebrated in the Spring. However, when homes were heated by fireplace, the home would be closed all winter. When the temperatures of spring came, it was time to clean the walls and windows that were covered ... Read More about 10 Spring Cleaning Tips to Prevent Spring Bugs & Pests