As I mentioned on Instagram stories, the doors in our home (on the first floor) that lead outside have all been painted black. I did this early on after we moved in to give dimension to the inside of the…
How to Pot a Large Cactus
Cactus and plant lovers unite! I recently purchased my second Peruvian Apple Cactus. I love my first one so much, I *needed* a second! They are easy to take care of and grow quickly when put outside in the warmer…
How to Make Pie Iron Apple Pies Over the Campfire
We recently went on a tent camping trip with my parents and my sister and her kids. My parents are camping pros and do it often and they have all the gear! And my mom always comes with all the…
How to Choose a White Exterior Paint Color
Our home was built in late 2011, we moved in in early 2012, and we are the first and only owners of our home. After living here for 8.5 years, we have decided to have the exterior of our home…
How to Discover Iowa’s Beauty with the Iowa State Park Passport
It seems we are all trying to spend as much time as possible outside these days! It helps us clear our minds, spend time with our kids and families, relax, exercise, and find new adventures. There is something about being…
17 Ways to Use a Utility Cart
We purchased a utility cart on wheels for my daughter’s room last year. It provides so much storage in her small-ish room! I love to organize and have a place for everything in our home, and this seemed like a…
