It's possible to make smart use of a small space and simultaneously visually expand it with some simple projects, tips and tricks. Whether you are considering a small closet, room, home or apartment, the same rules apply. First, start with the basics of the space: color. White and other light colors expand space and il… read more

Who hasn't dreamed of having a second home in beautiful New Zealand? It seems that you are not alone, as the New Zealand housing market is booming with a 50% increase since March of 2011 on the number of new homes being built. Most of the action is taking place on the North Island, with growth in Auckland, Wellington a… read more

In the latest of a multitude of ironies, the commercial food industry is now working to make their commercial food products look more natural and less processed and “perfect.” The billion dollar commercial food industry now wants to perfect the art of imperfection. For example, now that Domino's Pizza sells “arti… read more

It's the end of school and time to say thank you to your child's teacher for all his or her hard work. It's not unusual to take the time to select a gift that shows your gratitude. The thing is that teachers receive a variety of gifts and often they are the same tacky education-themed mugs or pencil sharpeners. It does… read more

Today, with all the technology and advances regarding infertility, we are socially very aware and sensitive to a parent's age. Whatever ones choices regarding not having children previously, a pregnancy later in life is nothing to feel bad about and there are certain perks to being an older parent as well. Is there now… read more