Add a Splash to Your Kitchen with Colorful Small Appliances

Have you ever walked into your kitchen and thought “Wow I could use just a little more color” but really don’t want to paint, or do you live in an apartment where painting your kitchen is not an option? Well, … Read More

Harvest Decor: Fresh Ways to Decorate Your Table for Thanksgiving

At this time of year, as the weather cools and the leaves change color, many people start daydreaming about delicious holiday meals. The question is, are they daydreaming about hosting the holiday meals or eating them? I am guessing most … Read More

Playstation 4 VR Review: The Next Level of Gaming Is Here

Hello Game fans and welcome to a special edition of the GameChanger.  Last week a huge innovation in gaming was released, when Sony delivered the much anticipated Playstation VR.  My impressions prior to launch, were that this would be a … Read More

Movies with Julio: 5 New Indie Movies Worth a Watch

I wake up early on a Sunday morning, throw the pork shoulder in the smoker, mow the lawn, and get all the other chores done so that during the afternoon I can sit around and watch an endless amount of … Read More

Brewing a Perfect Storm: What Makes a Great Cup of Coffee

In September, we celebrated National Coffee Day by taking a look at the history of coffee.  If that was an ode, then this is my medium-roast-fueled soliloquy.  It is coffee week and to celebrate this occasion we’re going to delve … Read More

How to Pick the Perfect Sofa for Your Living Room

My husband and I bought a new home last year to make room for our growing family. As our kids grew bigger (and more of their hungry friends started coming over) our old house seemed to shrink, so we were … Read More

A Closer Look at the Samsung Flex Duo Slide-In Range

The Samsung Flex Duo™ Range with Dual Door gives you the ultimate cooking flexibility, with two independent temperature controls and convection systems, and a removable Smart Divider, so you can cook multiple dishes simultaneously with little to no mixing of … Read More

Movies with Julio: Scary Flicks for Halloween

Since the last time I was here a lot has happened, Fall is here in full effect just look at my driveway, New Girl is back on TV, (I love Zoey) and I was given my own blog segment! Someone … Read More

The Best New Release Blu-ray & DVD Movies for October

With the stresses of day to day life everyone needs to find their pocket of relaxation. For some that is going to concerts. For others it’s a night in with a blanket and Netflix. For me, it’s going to see … Read More

No Budget? No Problem! How I’d Build My Dream Kitchen

Now let’s start of by saying that this is not a sponsored blog, it was a coincidence when I was told to imagine building my own kitchen without a budget. The GE Monogram series called my name from a mile … Read More

An Ode to National Coffee Day

September 29th is National Coffee Day.  I don’t know about you, but for me Every Single Day is National Coffee Day. In my house, we refer to coffee as life—and that is only half in jest.  If you’re anything like … Read More

The Best Home-Theater-in-a-Box: An Easy Way to Get True Surround Sound

With it comes to watching movies, I’m sure you want the perfect sound to match up with that beautiful TV of yours. Most of the flat panel TVs out there deliver an incredible visual experience, but their tiny speakers leave a lot … Read More

The Best in Baby Gear: 5 Items Worth Their Weight in Diapers

Newborns come with a lot of new gear. I’ve noticed that our ever-expanding nursery has quickly spilled over into the rest of the house. There are a couple of things that definitely make life with a little one a lot … Read More

Movies with Julio: A Stroll Down Romantic Comedy Avenue

I want to thank my editor for allowing me to talk about movies with you again. This time it is going to be a little different, let’s talk about five of my favorite movies that I have to watch as punishment … Read More

Apple iPhone 7: Top 5 Things You Need to Know

I’m just going to put it out there, I am an Android user. I have been since I was a young pup. Before that I had a Blackberry Curve. That keyboard was fantastic. So beautiful. But, then the Motorola Droid … Read More

August Home Turns Your Front Door Into a Mobile Command Center

At August Home we are all about Smart Home Access. With our products and services you can securely manage your front door from anywhere right from your smartphone. Our August Smart Lock, Smart Keypad and Doorbell Cam together with the … Read More

How Juicers & Blenders Can Help Boost Your Veggie Intake

One of my recent goals has been to eat more fruits and vegetables. So far, I’ve discovered that I like beets and Napa cabbage, and I am starting to warm up to watermelon, especially since I found out about all … Read More

Get In the Game with Madden 17

Football is back so, Let the Madden-ess Begin! There are so many new features to Madden 17, I don’t know where to begin!

Overall, I really enjoyed the gameplay and the graphics are really sharp. Most of the controls and … Read More

How to Find a Phone Case That Fits Your Style

Nearly two-thirds of Americans currently own a smartphone of some kind.  For some, these devices are their only tool to access the wealth of information, online services, and entertainment that the online world provides.  Our population has moved to a … Read More

Treat Yourself with 5 Things You Didn’t Expect to Find at NFM

The older I get, the more I feel like a kid in a candy store walking through our showroom (cheesy grin included).  Working at the Mart takes that to a whole new level. It allows me to really get a … Read More