The Direction of DIY

The interest rate spikes have taken a toll on the home buyer’s market, making it more difficult for buyers to afford mortgages with higher rates. High rates have also slowed the home equity loan market, a popular source of funding for home renovation projects. Now that loans are less attractive, homeowners are choosing to do projects they can afford to … Continue reading “The Direction of DIY”

Toxic Power Dynamics in Relationships and how to Avoid Them

Relationships are built on trust, mutual respect, and a healthy power dynamic. However, sometimes these foundations can be shaken by toxic power dynamics.

Toxic power dynamics can manifest in many different ways, but they all involve an imbalance of power between two people in a relationship. This can be due to a difference in status, age, or even just … Continue reading “Toxic Power Dynamics in Relationships and how to Avoid Them”

Only by Air: Alaska’s Extremely Remote Tundra Villages

Ever since our youngest, The Boy, took a job as a pilot in Alaska we have been intrigued by the unique corner of Alaska that his small airline serves.

He flies to about two dozen little native villages that are only accessible by air – there are no roads in or out of the harsh tundra.

These are some of the most remote settlements anywhere in the United StatesCONTINUE READING >>

Ever since our youngest, The Boy, took a job as a pilot in Alaska we have been intrigued by the unique corner of Alaska that his small airline serves.

He flies to about two dozen little native villages that are only accessible by air – there are no roads in or out of the harsh tundra.

These are some of the most remote settlements anywhere in the United StatesCONTINUE READING >>