Decorate Apartment

Most people when decorating just copy existing styles without considering whether they even like a style of decorating or not. They follow a traditional pattern just because that’s what’s “traditional”; but it can be worth it to experiment with how you decorate because it can make a world of difference in how much or how little comfort you feel at home. You probably wouldn’t think to associate any discomfort you feel with your interior decor, but often without knowing it, factors like shape and color of walls, furniture and other decor items can significantly affect your mood for better or worse. Read more…

Who wouldn’t prefer to live in the lap of luxury? Well, there might be some people who’ve experienced both the lap of luxury and the various alternatives to the lap of luxury who might have a preference for an alternative to the lap of luxury; but most of us who have never experienced the lap of luxury are sure we’d prefer a large, spacious million-dollar home to a small two bedroom apartment.

But just because you don’t live in the home of your dreams, or even in a “starter home” isn’t a reason to punish yourself by not taking any interest in the home you do have. The concept of “home” does not apply to any specific type of physical structure; so if you’re one to think that only houses qualify as homes, or places you own as opposed to rent, you should consider modifying your thinking so that you can begin to appreciate that home is where you live.

I remember watching a program once that featured a group of homeless people who took that idea completely to heart. Home is where you live.

Read more…

Filth can be colorful and artistic at times. Take the dining area of my living room for example. I was working on some photo art and had the place in quite a mess for a few days, which just means a bigger mess than the usual mess. I had paintings, cloth, and props strewn all about the floor. The table was strewn with books and dishes and just about everything imaginable. [ Note: The paintings on the floor are some of my own; the yards of cloth are props I use to set up scenes to photograph for creating digital art work. ]

I decided today to use the opportunity for a before and after photo. Cleaning is something it takes me months to get around to doing, but I’m working on the depression that lies at the root of that so I plan on cleaning more frequently until such time as I can afford a maid…. Read more…