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Doing More With Less Stuff: Living Simpler And Smaller With LifeEdited
Doing More With Less Stuff: Living Simpler And Smaller With LifeEdited

Doing More With Less Stuff: Living Simpler And Smaller With LifeEdited

Across the United States, people are choosing large cities over sprawling suburbs more than ever before—a fact that has been inescapable since the recession of 2008. In highly dense cities, the influx of people has caused an unprecedented surge in rent and real estate prices as the demand for adequate housing continues to climb—something that [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2016-06-20T20:03:25+00:00June 20th, 2016|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, bucket list, community, downsizing, lifestyle, living in smaller spaces, minimalism, Renting Trend, retirement, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life|Comments Off

EXPERIENCE: TINY LIVING IN A TINY HOME
EXPERIENCE: TINY LIVING IN A TINY HOME

EXPERIENCE: TINY LIVING IN A TINY HOME

First and foremost, I’ve been dying to try a tiny house out, and even have toyed with the idea of buying one to live in! I’m sure you’ve seen these either in person, HGTV or may have even seen one being towed… the phenomenon of tiny homes and living in small spaces that are eco-friendly, [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2016-06-20T19:13:21+00:00June 20th, 2016|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, bucket list, community, downsizing, lifestyle, living in smaller spaces, retirement, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life, travel|Comments Off

Eight tips for living well in small places
Eight tips for living well in small places

Eight tips for living well in small places

Ways to make the most of a tiny room or apartment from two small-space dwellers. Here are some tips from Abbey Slitor and Warren Weixler that will help you make the most of your small apartment. 1. Avoid table lamps. Use pendant lights, sconces and other wall-mounted lighting wherever possible. They take up less space. [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2016-06-15T20:07:00+00:00June 15th, 2016|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, bucket list, community, downsizing, lifestyle, living in smaller spaces, Renting Trend, retirement, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life|Comments Off

19 Ways to make your small space feel larger
19 Ways to make your small space feel larger

19 Ways to make your small space feel larger

1. PAINT OR WALLPAPER THE CEILING TO MAKE THE ROOM LOOK TALLER. Anything that draws the eye upwards makes a room feel bigger. 2. USE LIGHT COLORS ON THE WALLS AND THE FLOOR. While darker colors make a room seem cozy, they also absorb light instead of reflecting it, making the space feel smaller. Opt for lighter [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2016-06-15T17:16:03+00:00June 15th, 2016|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, bucket list, community, downsizing, lifestyle, living in smaller spaces, Renting Trend, retirement, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life|Comments Off

Small Homes In The News: The Anti-McMansion
Small Homes In The News: The Anti-McMansion

Small Homes In The News: The Anti-McMansion

The latest small home basking in the media spotlight is one that the New York Times has dubbed the “Anti-McMansion.” The one-room house in Putnam Valley, N.Y., is home to Takaaki and Christina Kawabata and their two children. And while the home’s 1,200 square feet is not incredibly small, what’s remarkable is its layout: There [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2016-06-15T17:04:33+00:00June 15th, 2016|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, bucket list, community, downsizing, lifestyle, living in smaller spaces, retirement, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life|Comments Off

6 Reasons to Embrace Minimalist Living
6 Reasons to Embrace Minimalist Living

6 Reasons to Embrace Minimalist Living

“Never underestimate the importance of abandoning crap you don’t need.” Eight years ago, I decided to embrace minimalist living. At first, the reasons were simple. I was spending too much of my life caring for possessions and I was wasting too much money on stuff I didn’t need. These possessions were not bringing me joy or [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2016-06-15T16:47:25+00:00June 15th, 2016|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, bucket list, community, downsizing, lifestyle, living in smaller spaces, Renting Trend, retirement, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life, travel|Comments Off

The 10 Commandments of Small Space Living

1. Thou shalt declutter your domicile — Especially in a small space, clutter can completely take over and make your home feel even smaller than it already is. Get it under control and take back your space, no excuses. → How To: Declutter Your Home 2. Thou shalt get a system to stay organized — [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2016-06-07T13:13:50+00:00June 7th, 2016|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, bucket list, community, downsizing, lifestyle, retirement, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life|Comments Off

Genius Kitchens: Space Saving Details for Small Kitchens
Genius Kitchens: Space Saving Details for Small Kitchens

Genius Kitchens: Space Saving Details for Small Kitchens

Kitchen storage space is always at a premium, and this is especially true in small kitchens. But fortunately, having a kitchen with a small footprint doesn't have to mean always struggling to fit things in. If you're remodeling, consider one of these 13 solutions that will help you get the most out of your small [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2016-06-06T20:16:06+00:00June 6th, 2016|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, community, downsizing, lifestyle, living in smaller spaces, Renting Trend, retirement, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life|Comments Off

12 Reasons Why You’ll Be Happier in a Smaller Home
12 Reasons Why You’ll Be Happier in a Smaller Home

12 Reasons Why You’ll Be Happier in a Smaller Home

Recently, my parents bought a smaller house. And this past week, while on vacation in South Dakota (yeah, I vacation in South Dakota), I got to see it for the first time. During our stay, I was surprised at how often my mother commented that “they just love their smaller house.” I wasn’t so much [...]

By Rita Wilkins|2016-06-06T19:38:38+00:00June 6th, 2016|A Peek into Your Good Life, Baby Boomers, bucket list, community, downsizing, lifestyle, living in smaller spaces, retirement, simplify your life, Start Your Good Life, Starting the Good Life, travel|Comments Off

Tight On Space, Big On Closet Design
Tight On Space, Big On Closet Design

Tight On Space, Big On Closet Design

Get ideas for making your closet user-friendly, a key design element in a small space. While closets are a great way to store clothing, linens and other home essentials, they can be a challenge in a small space. If you give some thought to how you can make the most out of the closet you [...]