House & Home

Home is where the heart is right? Your home is a sanctuary during these trying times. We’ll show you ways to make it as fun of a place to relax as if you were traveling do a distant tropical location.

We cover everything from coffee makers and chocolate subscriptions to photo albums, clothing subscriptions, and for those that savor the outdoors grilling and swing sets.

Clues on table: What are Escape Rooms?

What Are Escape Rooms & Did We Escape?

The Exploring Life’s Mysteries team has done multiple escape rooms. We quickly learned that these were not only addicting but a great way for us to bond as a team. In addition to team building, escape rooms also offer a great experiential activity for family fun, a friend hangout or even a first date…

Kids playing on swing set (caption: Best Swing Sets)

Best Swing Sets For Every Budget Plus Other Backyard Toys

Have a dire need to get your kids out of the house to play outdoors? You’re not alone, especially when you have a posse of neighborhood kids over. A backyard play or swing set can save your sanity. You might also consider some alternative outdoor play options. We review the best sets by price point, with pros, cons, features and more…

KiwiCo box with toys (caption: Best Activity Subscription Boxes For Kids)

Best Subscription Boxes For Kids: Little Passports vs KiwiCo vs Amazon STEM vs MEL Science & More

With kids out of school for the COVID-19 crisis (and even home during the summer), it’s important to keep their curious minds engaged in fun and educational activities. Getting a monthly subscription box delivered right to your door is an excellent choice as we’re trying to avoid crowds and socially isolate. Which ones are the best? And what kinds of activities do they include? We’ve done our homework so you don’t have to…

Photo book open close up (caption: Best Photo Books Online)

Best Photo Books Online: Lulu vs Blurb vs Artifact Uprising vs Shutterfly & More

Gone are the days of dropping off your roll of 35mm film at One Hour photo developers. Thanks to the digital world, photography is instantaneous, and you don’t have to wait to see how your photos turned out. But are your photos just collecting dust in the cloud? Why not preserve your memories into a beautiful keepsake book that you’ll look at for years to come?

The Great Courses Plus on iPad on desk

Wondrium Review 2021: Cost, Coupon Code, App, & More

Do you want to have a better understanding of the universe, learn the secrets of great mystery and suspense fiction, or master Tai Chi? What if you could do all these things without leaving the comfort of your home? Instead of binge watching TV shows, put your mind (and body) to good use binge learning thanks to The Great Courses. You’ll have access to courses that you can view anytime, taught by some of the world’s top professors in their field, for around the same cost as a Netflix membership. So sit back, relax, and find out why you might want to try this great learning adventure…

Best Nespresso Machines side by side (caption: Best Nespresso Machines Comparison)

The Best Nespresso Machines Compared

After you have a cup of Nespresso coffee, you won’t be able to go back to your gas station’s coffee. Nespresso coffee machines aren’t your average Joes! We’ve reviewed the best Nespresso machines for every palate…

Person flying drone

Best Drone Insurance: Don’t Be A Casualty Of A Drone Crash

Recreational and commercial drone sales are skyrocketing, as many affordable unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have hit the market over the last couple of years. Owning and operating a UAV, however, comes with certain risks that could crush your personal finances or your business…

Hot coffee being poured into a mug with the caption (Best Single Cup Coffee Maker)

Best Single Cup Coffee Maker: Nespresso vs Keurig vs Tassimo vs Ninja Coffee Bar vs Cuisinart

Is it the caffeine that keeps you drinking that cup of coffee every morning, or is it the ritual of starting your day with the bold flavor? Personally, I like the ritual of sipping on a yummy beverage as I check my emails and get started on my work. Whether you and your family (or roommates) enjoy differing brews or you just don’t want to waste an entire pot of coffee, this article will help you find the perfect coffee pot for your single cup needs…

Kids in halloween costumes

Trick or Treat: The True Origin of Halloween

The yearly holiday of Halloween is one of the most anticipated holidays of the year for children worldwide; however, this candy filled holiday was not always the holiday it is today. It was not always that children dressed like demons and posed the well known question “trick or treat”, it was not always that houses displayed decorations and families came together to walk through neighborhoods. The holiday we know as Halloween today did not begin with any of the commonly known traditions of today’s celebrations, in fact the holiday had much more peculiar and mixed beginnings…

Scroll to Top