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Explore the allure of wall mounted fireplaces: easy installation, aesthetic charm, low maintenance, & unmatched safety. Transform your space today

Most of us Dads (and even our dads) are closet tech nuts, excited over tech, pretty much any tech. 10 years ago, I could’ve cared less about controlling the temperature of my house through my phone, but 2 months ago as I was having a smart thermostat installed, I couldn’t wait. With little things like this in mind, here’s my take on some gadgets that interest me as a first time dad, and might provide you some inspiration for yours less than one week away from Christmas day.

There are simple and affordable ways to update your home with everything from decor pieces to accent walls.

  If you read the NY Times Bestseller Wild by Cheryl Strayed, then you will learn how not to pack as she did for her hike on the Pacific Coast Trail. If you haven’t read it, I would highly recommend this true story of her over 1,000 miles hike by herself to escape the loss of her mother and a broken marriage, all with no wilderness experience whatsoever. I don’t profess to be a wilderness expert although I have done a fair number of wilderness trips of at least one night, and usually more. The trick with overnight backcountry camping is not to take too much while making sure you have what you will need so you don’t get in trouble.

Surfing online one day, I stumbled across a site that suggested a ton of different ways to use appliances. I thought I had a trick or two up my sleeve until I read through, and I was blown away by the different, fun ways to use both the big and small appliances in my house. Try a few of these just for fun – some of them are so amazing you’ll probably make them part of your weekly routine.

Just because you have a spare bedroom and occasionally host overnight guests does not mean you have to provide hotel-like accommodation. That said, there is much more to being a good host than simply offering a bed in a cold, often unused room. Here are five easy style tips that will go a long way towards making your guests feel welcome and comfortable.

It’s almost Easter, and if you’re not quite ready for the festivities next week, here are a few great Easter sides and treats you can make for Easter this year.

Valentine's Day gift giving is easy when you know what they really love. Check out these ideas for all types of interests this Valentine's Day.

One of the easiest ways to decrease your carbon footprint is by switching from disposable to reusable water bottles and mugs. Here's why.

In the third part of this series about teaching kids well, we discuss ways kids can help with cleaning around the house.