Author: Paulina

Choosing a style of home in The Villages

When my husband and I decided to retire and purchase a home within The Villages in Florida, we considered several different styles. We wanted something a little larger, with plenty of living space but minimal outdoor upkeep. After touring a variety of homes for sale, we chose a Courtyard Valla. Our new home is right […]

Enjoying outdoor workouts

I’ve lived in Tampa, Florida, for almost five years. The transition from the northeastern part of the country to Florida was quite a change. I was accustomed to being trapped inside the house for the majority of the year due to temperatures in the negatives and snow. Even in the spring and fall, the weather […]

The many beaches of St. Petersburg

My favorite beach destination is St. Petersburg, Florida. The “Sunshine City” is a gorgeous spot on the Gulf Coast. It’s situated between Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico and features some of the most beautiful beaches in the state. Powdery white sands, blue waters and warm weather is ideal for both relaxation and adventure. […]

Looking forward to the spring flowers

One of my favorite aspects of living in Springfield, Missouri, is the aerial of spring. The local winters are especially long. The outdoor temperature drops into the forties as early as October. It’s possible to run the furnace and potentially shovel snow in April. After so many months bundling up in sweaters and keeping the […]

Moving to Sioux Falls is a big change

A little over three years ago, I accepted a promotion within my company that required me to relocate to Sioux Falls. I moved from the southeast to South Dakota during the summer. The weather was beautiful and the landscape stunning. It was a relief to get away from the excessive humidity and enjoy such cooler […]

Renovating a house before winter

When I moved to Sioux Falls a couple of years ago, I was working with a limited budget. I was reluctant to throw away money paying rent. I started house-hunting immediately. The area is beautiful and the properties for sale were quite expensive. I spent more than six months touring one house after another. My […]

House with hard water

Since moving to a new home in South Bend, Indiana, we’ve had a lot of plumbing problems. When my husband and I toured the home, we were delighted by the size and location of the property, two-car garage and recently rennovated bathrooms. I loved the big kitchen, many windows and gorgeous view of the wooded […]

Opportunities provided by the Black Warrior River

One of my favorite features of Tuscaloosa is the Black Warrior River. It provides a source of natural beauty and recreational activities. The river is named for the Native American Trive, the “Warrior” tribe, who once inhabited the area. The winds through the city and served as a transportation route for the coal and timber […]

Choosing a style of home in The Villages

When my husband plus I decided to retire plus purchase a home within The Villages in Florida, my great friend and I considered several unusual styles… My associate and I wanted something a little larger, with plenty of living space but minimal outdoor upkeep, and after touring a variety of homes for sale, my great […]

The several beaches of St, however petersburg

My number one beach endpoint is St. Petersburg, Florida; The “Sunshine City” is a gorgeous spot on the Gulf Coast, and it’s situated between Tampa Bay plus the Gulf of Mexico plus features some of the most charming beaches in the state. Powdery undoubtedly white sands, green waters plus moderate weather is ideal for both […]