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Lighting the Way: Lighthouses of the Southern Coast
When you picture the coast, do sandy toes, salty air, and sea shells come to mind? These are all generic icons we associate with being near the ocean. But there are other landmarks that define the coastline: lighthouses.
Read MoreGreat Gift Ideas for Mom on Mother’s Day
With Mother’s Day this weekend, children of all ages are running around trying to figure out the perfect gift for Mom. Mothers hold a special place in our hearts. There’s something magical about them that can fix anything, from nightmares to skinned knees to broken hearts. With just one hug from our mothers, everything in the world is made all right again. So, it is no wonder we all want to try and find the best gift for our special Mom.
Read MoreAre We There Yet? Adventures on the Road
Are We There Yet? Adventures on the Road Everyone remembers going on a road trip once in their life, whether with friends or family. They all start out the same; no one wants to sit in the middle of the back seat, the car is overflowing with luggage, and there are always a few elbows…
Read MoreIron Man 3 & Other Well Known Movies Made in the South
Here is a list of some other movies and TV shows that have been filmed all around the South.
Read MoreAiken’s Affordable Southern Charm
Aiken’s Affordable Southern Charm | ideal-LIVING’s City overview Often described as a city with Southern charm and a cosmopolitan flair, Aiken is a laid-back, charming community located near the mid-point of South Carolina’s long border with Georgia. With low-cost housing and taxes as well as a mild four-season climate, it’s easy to see why Aiken…
Read MoreThe Occasional Gardener: Heat and Drought Tolerant Plants
A picture perfect garden doesn’t have to take a lot of time or effort. The secret lies in choosing plants that thrive on neglect. Plant them in the…
Read MoreInternational Living: Retire to Paradise
As you rise in the morning to the sound of a tropical breeze blowing through the trees, grab a cup of coffee, go to your balcony and listen to the Holler monkeys in the distance at play. Look out to the awe-inspiring clouds above the rainforest.
Read MoreBiowalls – The Vertical Garden
Biowalls – The Vertical Garden Green walls (also known as biowalls, vertical gardens or vertical vegetated complex walls) are wall structures partly composed of or filled in with growing plant matter. More than just easy on the eyes, green walls work like green roofs by filtering air and water, soaking up carbon dioxide and helping…
Read MoreThe Importance of Preparing for Long Term Care
The reality is, the longer you live, the greater the likelihood that you may require long term care. The costs associated with long term care are significant. While it can take decades to accumulate the assets you need to comfortably retire, just a couple of years paying for long term care may threaten a lifetime of savings.
Read MoreTennessee Lake Living
Crystal clear water and miles of shoreline at some of the finest lakes in the nation attract many people looking for retirement destinations at or near the water’s edge. Tennessee lake living offers tranquility, a relaxing environment and innumerable outdoor recreational activities.
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