Seven Tips for a Better Move
- Pack your belongings--the smart way.
- Avoid overloading boxes.
- Keep important papers handy.
- Inspect your new place for damages before moving in.
- Unpack first things first.
- While unpacking, put frequently used items in accessible places.
- Gather the right moving supplies.
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After the Disaster: Now What?
by Ashley Evanson
There’s a lot to be done
and a lot to cope with
after a natural disaster
has hit. It’s a stressful
time, and a lot of people
don’t even know where
to start. If you ever find
yourself in a traumatic
situation like this, let the
following be a guide to
help you deal with the
disaster.
Read more >
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Under Lock and Key: Your Guide to Burglary Prevention
by LDS Living Staff
According the FBI, the majority of burglaries occur in July and August while millions of Americans are on vacation. People tend to think “It won’t happen to me,” but with a burglary occurring every fifteen seconds in the U.S., your chances of being robbed are higher than you think. There’s a lot you can do to tighten the security of your house, so consider these easy-to-do tips as essential to your home’s safety. Read more >
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Garage Sale Success
by Kim Grant
If you’re like most people, you have
a basement full of items that once
served a purpose, but now have worn
out their welcome. A garage sale is
a great way to clear out the clutter.
Here are a few steps to make yours
a success. Read more >
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My Great Idea: Home Exchange Vacations
by Molly Smith
My family wanted a Temple Square vacation, but I knew we couldn’t afford it all—the hotel, airfare, car rental, eating out. There are just so many expenses. I’d heard of home exchanges, and when a friend of mine told me she’d used it, I decided to check it out. What I found has changed the way my family looks at vacation, probably forever. Read more >
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A House of Order: Spring Cleaning and Organizing Tips
by LDS Living Staff
Spring is the season to pull out your broom and dustpan, and get rid of the clutter. Spring cleaning can be an overwhelming job if you try to tackle it all at once, so we’ve compiled a few tips and starters to get you going on organizing your home. Read more >
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The Time/Value of Money
by By Peter Jeppson, Lds Living Magazine, Sep/Oct Issue
I have found, from over thirty-five years of financial coaching, that one of the most important concepts a person needs to grasp when it comes to getting their debt under control is that time has a monetary value attached to it. Holding money accountable over a period of time to keep score on what it has (and has not) accomplished is called the “time/value of money.” Read more >
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Why You Need a Food Storage Program Now
by Jim Rodgers
As I started down the stairs leading to our basement on November 30, 2005, life was going well. I had retired recently from the military and had a great civilian job, a wonderful wife, five good kids, and two grandchildren! I had some health problems—including a history of serious back pain—but I was mostly okay. Read more >
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Seven Major Mistakes in Food Storage
by Vicki Tate
“Considering conditions in the world,” a woman once told me, “my husband and I decided to put away some food storage. I bought twenty bags of wheat, some 60-pound cans of honey, and now all we have to do is get a couple of cases of dehydrated milk.” Read more >
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The Rule of Five
by Josi Kilpack
Do you ever feel crowded and overwhelmed by housework? Finding the motivation to tackle any task is as easy as counting to five. Read more >
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Spring Cleaning
by Jordan Marie Green
Flowers are pushing their heads through the thawing soil and everywhere you look, you see cut outs of baby animals and advertisements for allergy medicine. The sun is showing hints of an extended stay and March 20th was technically the first day of spring. All you want to do is head outdoors with a picnic lunch and cozy blanket, but there’s one thing standing in your way: spring cleaning. Read more >
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By and Large, the Dishes Come First
by Jaroldeen Edwards, Celebration! Ten Principles of More Joyous Living.
"Work is much more fun than fun," declared Noel Coward in a moment of enthusiasm. Of course, we know that is not always true—but it is true that fun itself is more fun when our work is under control. So, although it may seem odd to start out talking about celebration by talking about work, it is necessary to do so. Work—basic order—is the foundation of all celebration. Read more >
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Curing the "I Don’t Cook" Syndrome
by Janet Peterson
How many times have you heard someone say "I don’t cook" and really mean it? Whether newlyweds, young families, families with busy teenagers, empty nesters, or singles living alone or with roommates, a home-cooked dinner with the family is as rare as mom-and-pop grocery stores. Read more >
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Natural, Healthy Cleaning
by Kim Grant
On the wall of my grandmother’s kitchen, there’s a plaque that reads "My house is clean enough to be healthy. Dirty enough to be happy." She lived during a simpler time. There were no grocery store aisles completely devoted to household cleaning. Clean meant no visible dirt. Read more >
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When Good Food Turns Bad
by Kim Grant
You’ve put it off as long as you could. Now, standing in front of your food storage, you’re confronted with never-ending rows of dark turkey chunks, pinto beans, and the eighty cans of dried milk that seemed like a good investment when you signed up to work at the cannery. Read more >
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Preparing for an Emergency
by Jordan Marie Williams
Church members around the world know well the time in which we live. It is evident, no matter where you live, that yesterday was the time to prepare for natural disasters. Read more >
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An Organized Kitchen
by Jessica Forsyth
The kitchen is probably the most popular room in your home. It seems to be the easiest place to gather everyone in the family. However, because of its popularity, it can often become the most disorganized. Read more >
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The Six D's of Delegation
Nagging, yelling, and giving chores often feel synonymous. If we’re not careful, work can become a curse instead of a blessing. Delegating household responsibilities is a great way to bring your family closer together as well as teach your children how to work. Read more >
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Spring into Cleaning
by Emily Shoemaker
Springtime: tulips emerge, birds begin to tweet, the sun shines a bit brighter—and families across the world get out the mops, brooms, and dustrags. It’s time for spring-cleaning! Read more >
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Decorating on a Budget
You don’t need to break your bank to give your home a little personality. Use a little creativity and turn your home into a reflection of you! Read more >
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Life's Messy, Clean it up
by Lori Bulloch
I recently took a break from the daily "pick-it-up, wipe-it-off, make-it-work, or throw-it-out grind" and attended Women’s Conference at BYU. I enjoyed the entire day immensely, but my favorite moment occurred at the evening concert. A singer with the group Providence introduced a song with an anecdote of her morning at home with three kids under five. Read more >
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Defending the Family
by Colleen Down
I've found the answer to many questions in the Book of Mormon. Captain Moroni prepared the minds of the people to be faithful, and then fortified their weakest places. As a soldier defending home and family, I need to follow the same, strategic plan. Read more >
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