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Why Do We Observe St. Patrick's Day?

Why Do We Observe St. Patrick's Day?

Why Do We Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?   It’s okay, admit it. When you read the headline, you immediately thought, “So we have an excuse to gorge ourselves on red meat, potatoes, and enough Guinness to drown a water buffalo?” While that’s a perfectly acceptable way to celebrate, let’s take a moment to look a little deeper into the true origins of the suit

10 Home Maintenance Tips For Spring

10 Home Maintenance Tips For Spring

Daylight savings and the first day of spring are just days away! Finally, we can look forward to bright blooms, chirping birds and… um, you know, spring home maintenance. It may not smell as sweet or sound so pleasant, but preparing your home for the new season is important! If you’re ready to prepare your home for spring, but not sure where to get started, we’ve compiled jus

Decorating Trends That Are Making A Comeback This Year

Decorating Trends That Are Making A Comeback This Year

All interior design trends change, often in the opposite direction. After years of cool, grey minimalism, homeowners are turning toward the past for cozier inspirations.   Greens and Other Warm Neutrals Golds and avocado greens from the 1960s and 1970s revolutionized kitchen appliances and made complementary autumn colors like oranges, tans, and browns wildly popular. If you like the l

How To Keep Your House Plants Alive During The Winter

How To Keep Your House Plants Alive During The Winter

Ohio winters mean gray days and cold temperatures. The combination of these two things might have your houseplants longing for summer and warmer weather. Now that we are in the heart of winter, it's time to give your houseplants a little extra attention to help them survive the rest of the season. Check out our tips below on how to help your houseplants thrive this winter!   Move Pl

Stouffer Realty Holiday 2022 Gift Guide

Stouffer Realty Holiday 2022 Gift Guide

Do you have a hard-to-buy-for cousin or have no clue what to get your significant other for Christmas this year? We’ve got you covered! With the holidays right around the corner, our 2022 gift guide will help you score the best gifts without even leaving the comfort of your own home!   Bartesian Cocktail Machine Snow Blower Charcuterie Board Set Nespresso Always Pan M

How To Tidy Up Your Yard Before Cold Weather Hits

How To Tidy Up Your Yard Before Cold Weather Hits

It’s getting close to the season for hanging holiday lights, stringing garland, and filling your home with your favorite seasonal decorations. Before you go crazy decking your home’s exterior with holiday cheer, make sure you don’t forget about a few important maintenance must-dos that will protect your lawn long past the holiday season.   Get Rid of The Leaves If y

Tips and Tricks For A Clutter Free Laundry Room

Tips and Tricks For A Clutter Free Laundry Room

Love it or hate it, but doing laundry is unavoidable. While there are many tips and tricks to make the weekly chore less tedious, we may be overlooking one of the things that influences our laundering life more than anything: the laundry room itself. A laundry room that’s organized runs smoothly and is pleasant to work in, both things that may entice us to quit avoiding the chore. &nbs

Things To Do This Labor Day Weekend

Things To Do This Labor Day Weekend

With Labor Day weekend approaching fast, you may be wondering what you and your family can do to celebrate some extra time off. If you’re planning on spending the long weekend with your family, we’ve put together a few fun activities the entire family will be sure to love.    Take A Roadtrip The three-day weekend is the perfect time to drive somewhere new. Get the ki

A Parent’s Guide For Back To School Season

A Parent’s Guide For Back To School Season

Can you believe it is already that time of year again? Back to school! While your children may be overly excited or even a bit worried about new teachers, new subjects and meeting their friends, the days leading up to the first day back are always busy and stressful. The best way to prepare your children for the new school year is making an organized, well thought-out plan.    Here

Four Ways To Revamp Your Outdoor Grilling Space

Four Ways To Revamp Your Outdoor Grilling Space

A fully-equipped outdoor kitchen isn’t just great for backyard barbecues, It’s also convenient for anyone who likes to spend time outside! If you’re interested in making your own grilling station or simply having a place to set out food for guests, this is the season to make upgrades! Cooking should not just be limited to your kitchen, that’s why this summer, take advantage