Decluttering and cleaning bathrooms are two things that people usually would rather not do. Here are a few tips to help with each of these unpopular tasks. Remember that chair in your bedroom you thought you’d use in the evenings to read, but now it seems to have been replaced by a pile of laundry and Amazon boxes? We could all use a little decluttering in our lives, even if it just means cleaning out that one drawer in your desk. Prescott Maid to Order has some tips on how to get a handle on … [Read more...] about Quick Tips from Prescott Maid to Order
Remodeling Manufactured Homes
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop and tips on everything A to Z for your home – and we love talking about the construction industry. Settle in, enjoy and have fun reading our column. We sure do enjoy sharing our words with you. Thanks for being such loyal and great readers. Sandy: Summertime, summertime. Ah, Tom, summer. You have got to love it. The sun comes out, the temperatures go up, and everyone heads outside to enjoy their favorite warm … [Read more...] about Remodeling Manufactured Homes
Memorable Camp Meals
It’s summer and time to get your camping on. The North Central corridor of Arizona becomes a destination for families, friends, church groups and community organizations to enjoy the tall pines as they experience camping under the stars. I have great memories of camping with my family as a young girl. I was able to experience family camping at Lake Shafer and Twin Mills Campground in Indiana as well as many hidden spots in Arizona. Firepits, lakes, creeks, hiking trails and boating are my … [Read more...] about Memorable Camp Meals
Understanding the Real Cost of Insider Attacks, How to Prevent Them
Someone working for you right now is also working alongside some of the world’s most successful cyber criminals. A double agent. And before long, they’re going to take down your business from the inside. They’ll put your sensitive business data in the hands of your number one enemy. It sounds like the plot from a movie, doesn’t it? While it could make a great edge-of-your-seat thriller, sadly, this is a very real threat to you and your business. And it can happen for three key … [Read more...] about Understanding the Real Cost of Insider Attacks, How to Prevent Them
Easing the Stress of the Times with Massage
The current events of our time – from politics to health concerns – can be stressful and exhausting. One of the best ways to quiet the mind and relax the body is through massage. Research shows that massage has numerous health benefits – and not just our physical health, but also our mental and emotional health as well. If we feel refreshed, we are able to function better in all of our roles. Massage Styles & Techniques Massage is not one-size-fits-all; rather, it is a personalized … [Read more...] about Easing the Stress of the Times with Massage
Business Line of Credit: How It Works, When It is Useful
Need help managing cash flow? A business line of credit may be the right option for you. A business owner can borrow, as needed, up to the limit of the approved credit line, which can range from $10,000 to $1,000,000, depending on the type of business. Business lines of credit with lower credit limits are usually unsecured. This means collateral such as real estate or inventory is not required. How Does a Line of Credit Work? A line of credit works much like a credit card. You can draw … [Read more...] about Business Line of Credit: How It Works, When It is Useful
Looking Beneath Behavior
Conditions such as ADHD and anxiety can have a huge impact on the quality of life of not only the person affected, but also of the family members who struggle to help their loved one achieve a measure of calm and emotional self-regulation in their lives. There are numerous factors that impact brain health and our ability to function optimally in our daily lives. The foods we eat, the amount of water we consume, and the quality of our sleep can have a profound impact on mood and overall … [Read more...] about Looking Beneath Behavior
Insurance Tips
Why do you need insurance? Insurance is how you manage risk. Essentially, you transfer the risk to the insurance company. When you buy insurance, you buy peace of mind against something bad happening. Listed below are three types of insurance that will protect you and your family. We’ll also discuss how to save money. Homeowners/Renters Insurance This is essential, in that they both will protect you against loss. If there is a fire, you will be protected. If someone breaks into your … [Read more...] about Insurance Tips
Essential July Garden To-Do List
July is the ideal month to add a shade or fruit tree, a berry plant, summer flowering shrubs and perennials to your landscape. Plants root quickly in the warm summer soil. With the arrival of monsoon rains, plants thrive even more. The increased humidity and shade from a cloud floating overhead are a relief to you and your plants. Heat Loving Perennial This is the best time to add summer-blooming perennials to garden containers and flowerbeds. Perennials are those flowers that come back … [Read more...] about Essential July Garden To-Do List
Miniature But Mighty
We are all likely familiar with the saying “Enjoy the little things.” Olsen’s Grain employee Michelle Whan is no stranger to the fact that good things come in small packages – namely, her miniature horses. Whan has been involved with miniature horses for a very long time and shared some of the amazing things she has done with minis in order to enrich the lives of others. You have probably heard of therapy dogs. But what about therapy miniature horses? Whan, alongside Horses With Heart, a … [Read more...] about Miniature But Mighty