simple living for simpler times - Create, Renovate, Decorate
This is a friend of mine that used her own creative abilities to start her own business. Deborah loves what she does, so she does it well . In Deborah's own words... I’ve always loved to create things whether it’s sewing, cooking, decorating or scrapbooking. While working on a Christmas present for my son I found a cute piece of … Read More...
This project might be considered a teardown.... NO!!! Nothing is beyond saving, especially when a local city ordinance may require it to be moved over (in this case 3 ft) from the property line. That's right, always check with the city before tearing down a detached building or garage that is sitting close to the lot line. This is especially … Read More...
I am always on the hunt for articles and additional information to provide our readers that they may find helpful. This article from Money Magazine jumped off the page and I sure hope you all find it both helpful and informative. (MONEY Magazine) -- Lean times call for budgetary triage. But while you should clearly opt for orthodontics before … Read More...
I realize that we all think about our happiness, but what if we counted the percentage of time we weren't. I have a formula that has always worked for me, remember, we are just pondering my perspective. I strive for 75% of the time... I must be happy. I allow 25% for all the crap that I … [Read More...]
"I say getting old is a very cruel joke on people that are just trying to gain wisdom without the external side effects!" Stephen Spurling … [Read More...]
Halloween is fast approaching and if you are anything like us here at Southern Smarts, we love to get festive with our pumpkin carving. This is a great tip to keep your carved festive Jack O Lanterns fresh for weeks longer. After you carve and clean the inside of your pumpkin, dip it in a … [Read More...]