summer: Great Outdoors
- 06/16/15 01:07 PM
Spending time outside your home should be enjoyable. Here are a few tricks to maximize your outdoor enjoyment. Aural Treats If there are unpleasant ambient noises in your outdoor space consider drowning them out with the pleasant sounds of a water feature. Don't have the cash for a real water feature? Check out Ambient-mixer.com and stream ambient sounds for free online. Eye Candy Is the view less than perfect from your outdoor space? Consider planting a Sky Rocket Juniper. This tree grows quickly, and it is tall and thin, making it ideal for increasing privacy. It can even be grown in a container if you … (2 comments)
summer: A few simple tips for improving your personal health
- 06/10/15 02:28 AM
Summer is the time for family vacations and road trips, backyard barbecues, and days at the beach. But as the pace of life slows down after the hustle and bustle of winter and spring, it’s also a great time to make some small health-conscious changes that can make a big difference at the end of the day. Here are a few simple-but-effective tips for improving your personal health this summer.Eat more berries Eating a cup of mixed berries each day can have tremendous health benefits. Berries are rich with antioxidants, which help prevent tissue damage and lower the risk of age-related illnesses. … (5 comments)
summer: Five tips for staying energy efficient this summer
- 05/31/15 12:20 PM
The hot summer months can take a big toll on your utility bills if you’re not careful. Here are a few suggestions for staying cool while remaining energy-efficient. 1. Set your thermostat as high as you can while remaining comfortable. It is recommended that you keep the thermostat at 78 degrees while you are at home and 85 degrees while you are away. 2. Use appliances wisely. Try to refrain from using the stove, oven, clothes dryer, and dishwasher during the hot hours of the day. 3. Maximize shade. Keep shades and blinds closed during the day and open at night. Consider placing trees … (2 comments)
Spending time outside your home should be enjoyable. Here are a few tricks to maximize your outdoor enjoyment.
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