Month: December 2016

Tips for a NZ/Aussie Summer Holiday

During the holiday season we’re more social; visiting family and friends and entertaining in return. The following suggestions, whether you’re at home or in your own tent or camper will ensure your guests enjoy their visits: * Be genuinely happy to welcome them to your patch. Your energy, though unseen, is felt by people arriving Read More …

Hard Floors

The older we become the more likely we are to suffer from falls and broken bones. We have a responsibility to do everything possible to avoid falling onto hard floors. Tips: * Do not drape extension cords across the floor. It could be a disaster for the occupant and the electrical appliance. * Avoid little Read More …

Maximising the living room

Here are some suggestions for getting more usage from the living room. The space already functions for sitting, eating, reading, television viewing, socialising and more. If your budget can run to a sofa bed the room will have an additional purpose. Consider two settings; one to suit your summertime activities and a cosier layout for Read More …