• Mountain Living & Emerging Green

    Mountain Living Gardening Shoes

    Life on our little mountain has some great perks! Mountain living is AWESOME! Ahhhh the view! I promise you I never get tired of staring out over the trees. It is amazing!We have amazing wildlife right outside the door!I have beautiful flowers that pop up every year, lots of lavender and even wild raspberries! Of course, I can’t leave out Miss Bear! She is 110 pounds of Mountain dog! I am one blessed woman. I try not to take my amazing home for granted.  I want my kids and Granddaughter to enjoy living here long after I am gone. Buying items that are biodegradable are import to me. I found a wonderful company that believes the same!           SUSTAIN ABILITY STARTS HERE! We are a small family run business that is based in Singapore. Presently 75% of our products are made of biodegradable and sustainable source. Emerging Green is a wonderful company with some great products! When Emerging Green approached me to review one of there products I shopped the entire sight and drooled over several items.I finally settled on a pair of green gardening clogs. Let me tell you these gardening clogs are exactly what you want in the…

  • Patio Ideas on A Budget: Which Materials are the Best, Stone, Brick, or Concrete?

    above ground pool

    I have patio ideas to share today, renovating an aging patio is something on many homeowners’ agendas. From replacing old doors with Renewal by Andersen Patio Doors. to repaving the floor with a trendy and modern paving design. However, several of these paving designs can get expensive. But you don’t have to empty your wallet if you use the right materials and stick to your budget. Are you looking to create an amazing patio on a budget but unsure which materials to use? It maybe you’re needing new high quality patio doors or a simple touch-up of paint. From concrete patios to deck materials this post covers everything you may need to know. Let’s start with the three most popular construction materials for your deck; stone, brick, and concrete, to help you know what will work best in different circumstances. Building Your Patio with Good Materials For a dream patio on a budget, you need a mix of creativity and ingenious ideas that will give your backyard a new look.  We had the chance to ask a Lake Forest Concrete Pros in their opinion, what the best options are.  So, let’s get started. Shall we?   Natural Stone Pavers Natural materials…

  • What are the Best Trees for Privacy?

    The exterior of a red brick house with beautifully kept landscaping including well-shaped bushes, trees, and potted flowers.

    Trees are beautiful. They are amazing! Ever wondered how the world would be without trees? It’s inconceivable. We all want privacy at some point, regardless of the size of the yard. And not even palatial homeowners can concentrate when the thoughts of insecurity keep lingering on their minds. What if I told you that planting a live fence is one of the easiest ways to ensure your privacy?  Maybe your nosey neighbors are quickly becoming a nuisance. Or you are just looking for a way to ascertain your privacy at home. Whatever reason it may be, a living fence is easily one of the best ways to isolate yourself from annoying neighbors. After speaking with Folsom Tree Service, and hearing about all the different trees people will plant, we’re confident in our analysis.  Consider A Tree for More Privacy The question is, which are the best trees to plant for privacy? Should you go for traditional options that are conventionally accepted? Should you prioritize beauty when choosing a tree for privacy? How about the maintenance cost? This guide will suggest how you can bring new life to your existing yard by planting some of the best privacy trees.  Before looking…

  • Trail Cam Friday August 7th 2020

    Trail Cam photo

    Finally, a few pictures worthy of Trail Cam Friday! Check out the baby!!! How cute is this fawn! Spots and all!! I also caught a little make out session! Kissy kissy! Of course my favorite!! Two different bears. All black and one with a white nose. Note. One decided to lick the camera!! Next week I will be adding pictures from a new trail camera! I put this new one down on the animal trail so hopefully we will see some new ‘action’ type pictures Which picture is your favorite?