But, while I was outside planting, I noticed our deck is looking kind of old and the wood in some areas is falling apart. This time our deck is going to be made out of resin composite wood.

Most of us look after our health these days; we try to exercise, eat well and make sure we get plenty of fresh air and sunlight, but when it comes to ensuring the health of our homes we are often woefully neglectful.

I live in a temperate climate which means that 9 – 10 months out of the year, I can hang out on my balcony and enjoy the weather. Since I’m maybe 2 years away from purchasing a house of my own, and knowing that it probably won’t be my “dream home” but instead rather on the small-ish side, I’ll have to make the most of every square foot, including the out doors.

I love the apartment that I currently live in; it’s spacious, fairly new, and I don’t have to pay for the repairs myself. However,…

The more things change, the more they stay the same. We’ve all heard that one before, and strange enough it’s often true. As things in my life shift, making it difficult to figure out where I’ll grow roots for many decades to come, I keep one goal in mind: to own a home of my own.