This isn't our normal post for The Tub Connection, but this is an issue that is hitting close to home. As a military wife, and more relevantly a mom of military children, the news of the government trying to close down our base libraries is truly breaking my heart. When my husband deploys this is a free source of entertainment for my children and me. Most people don't understand the difference … [Read more...]
Interesting Facts about Showers and Bathing.
via: BobVila.com Bathing is a personal task, just like the way we eat, or the way we sit, we all have our unique way of taking a bath or shower. As the Senior Research & Development Manager for Delta Faucet, Paul Patton conducts frequent surveys and studies to better understand the needs of his customers. Through this research, Patton has observed an intriguing phenomenon: Although … [Read more...]
Bargaining For Beginners
My Granddaddy, a car salesman at one time, always bargained for a better deal. "Set price" signs translated to him as "here's a real challenge". He was the one who took me to buy my first car, as a learning experience. He told me that that one trip would teach me everything I needed to know about haggling. He was very close to being right. Now, since my lessons were watch and learn, I have … [Read more...]
Hilarious Missing Cat Posters
A missing cat isn't funny, but this man's response to one is. If you need a good giggle, keep scrolling and find out what happened when this secretary asked a designer in her office to help her make a poster for her missing cat. The back and forth is hilarious and the final product is even better. I can only hope to be this funny one day. What do you think? Is he being mean or funny? Share … [Read more...]
Does Your Pet Need Behavior Therapy?
Apparently most people who own a pet think their pets have behavior issues. Maybe you have thought of enrolling your pet in a training class or behavior therapy. But how do you know if you need it? One behavior specialist says that if your pet's behavior puts you or others in danger, then you should look up your local behavior specialist. WebMD.com has more: “Any time the safety or well-being … [Read more...]
Industrial Chic: Using Metal Shelving Inside
Metals shelving isn't just for the garage anymore. Bob Vila is going to give us some ideas of how to dress up these normally outside storage units and bring them inside. Better yet, he's going to show us how to make them look good. Kitchen Supplies First dress up your metal shelves with a coat of paint in an accent color that complements your kitchen decor. Then arrange your cooking … [Read more...]
I'll Do It Tomorrow: Why You Procrastinate
We all procrastinate on some level, some worse than others. WebMD has outlined in this article not only why we procrastinate but how we can fix it. WebMD.com By Paula Spencer Scott WebMD Feature Procrastination is a long word for this quick idea: later. It's telling yourself you'll do things "tomorrow" or "when I feel more like it." When is putting things off a problem? Everyone delays or … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning: Spots You May Be Missing!
Mr. Sthole and I spent the day outside cleaning up our yard. Mowing the lawn, cleaning up after the kids (and dog) and flipping over all our patio cushions. Spring is in the air, and who knows, maybe eventually it will work it's way inside the house. If you're planning on doing some cleaning of your own, here are some places that you may be overlooking and helpful tips to get them squeaky … [Read more...]
Choosing New Cabinets: Things To Know
Choosing new cabinets sounds like it would be difficult. I have never built a home, or picked out anything big for a home, or even thought about it. But one day I'll be glad I posted this. There will be a day where Mr. Sthole will start on our retirement home and I will have to make all the decisions on what goes where, which one I want and in what color. That's where articles like this come … [Read more...]
Thrifting Tips
Who doesn't need some good thrifting tips? We have posted on here many times upcycles, repurposing and recycles. Sometimes you can't find the things around your home, so you have to pay a visit to the local thrift store, but if you're not used to going things can get a little tricky. Here are some awesome tips from House of Hawthornes to help make your thrifting more productive and … [Read more...]
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