Moving or downsizing as a senior citizen isn’t like any other move. It’s a transition that requires much more planning and help than a move completed in your twenties or thirties. You often have to worry about moving not just a few years of stuff, but a whole lifetime’s worth–not to mention items that belong … Read more
You never know how much stuff you have until you need to pack it up. Packing for a move, even if you have minimal stuff, is a time-consuming journey. It’s a task that may inspire you to do a deep declutter, or by going through your memorabilia, send you on a slow trip down memory … Read more
Moving to a new city is exhilarating: you have endless opportunities, millions of new people to meet, and endless enthusiasm. Until, that is, the nerves set in. Yes, moving to a new city is exciting, but it’s also terrifying if you don’t know anyone. Even if you’ve been relocated for work or have a job … Read more
Home gyms have come a long way from the era of Jane Fonda Workout tapes and leg warmers in the living room. Today, the ideal home gym caters to a variety of fitness needs – whether it’s for early morning yoga, five-minute workouts, or full-body strength and conditioning. Plus, the perks of being able to exercise … Read more
Ah, dogs: our slobbery, shedding, absolutely crazy best friends. We can’t help but love dogs – even when they eat our favorite pair of sneakers – so it’s no wonder National Dog Day on August 26th feels like anything but the dog days of summer. But there’s one day when you don’t want to have … Read more
When it comes to stressful life situations, moving is ranked somewhere between “trouble with the boss” and “trouble with the in-laws.” And while we’d gladly take packing boxes over spats with our supervisor or S.O.’s mom, there’s no doubting moving is stressful – especially moving on a budget. One major reason for this? Money: Moving … Read more