Level up is a video game term your kids likely know well, but it applies to your stone patio and walkways. If your foot catches on a stone, it might need leveled. You can pry it up, scoop out half an inch of soil, and add sand from the home store to relevel it. (The sand helps water drain faster!) Give it a try today!



Make impromptu trips to the park easier with a basket of summer necessities near the door. Sunscreen, shades, even insect repellant. No more looking, just grab and go! Have fun!


Tired of that squeaky gate? A little 3-in-1 oil (or motor oil, in a pinch) will settle your hinges down. Just wipe off the excess so it doesn't stain your bright, summer clothes when you walk through!


When did you last rotate your mattress?  Not only will it extend the life of your mattress, but also your back! Make it a team effort. Your spouse can help you, and the two of you can take time off to sit outside with a cool drink afterward!


Summer means water activities! Keep them outdoors by dedicating a spot where wet things stop before coming indoors. A row of hooks on a porch, a basket by the back door, even a water-resistant bench! Hang a sign that says, "Drop it here!" Problem solved (or at least made better)!