We are here to give you the inside scoop on the construction industry; what’s up, what’s down, what’s hot and what’s not. We’ll share our thoughts, thinking and, of course, opinions on construction, remodeling, home prices, building permit numbers, construction pointers and give you hints on renovations that will give you a return on your investment and, as they say, “so much more.” There is plenty going on in the housing and construction industry and we want to share some fantastic, cool, … [Read more...] about Welcome to At Home With Tom and Sandy!
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Eight Trees That Attract More Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds are highly prized visitors in the garden. These inquisitive little birds zip around from flower to flower in search of nectar. This local list of trees is guaranteed to attract more hummingbirds. Provide a source of water for your hummingbirds, and use nothing but organic products in, on and around these fiery little creatures to keep them healthy. Crabapples - Each spring, crabapple trees burst into bloom in shades of white, red, pink and purple. As a bonus, … [Read more...] about Eight Trees That Attract More Hummingbirds
Meet Northern Arizona’s Only Expanding Wound Care Center
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) offers many programs that distinguish it from other health care providers, and Advanced Wound Care is no doubt among the top on that list. “We’re the only wound care program in Northern Arizona, and have been treating patients in Yavapai County since 2008,” said Cheryl Sofonia, MPH, program manager, Advanced Wound Care at YRMC. “Our program offers a medical specialty that meets a huge need for specialty wound care and hyperbaric medicine.” In 2016, … [Read more...] about Meet Northern Arizona’s Only Expanding Wound Care Center
Prescott Area Architect to the Rescue
Let me introduce you to Mr. Arch. Mr. Arch works in the Yavapai County/City area and has supernatural superpowers. If you live or own a home in the Yavapai County/City area and have an issue, a problem, a question, a need or a unique building question, he is the superhero that can and wants to help. Dear Mr. Arch, Hi Mr. Arch, we are considering building a new home in the Prescott area. However, we are not sure how to plan a budget for the loan for this project. We are … [Read more...] about Prescott Area Architect to the Rescue
Understanding Integrative Cancer Medicine
Integrative cancer medicine explores the importance of the milieu or biological terrain in which the cancer and the mutations that led to it are able to grow, in order the make our biological terrain less hospitable to cancer growth. Indeed, the general public often senses the truth of this approach. As a result, they are seeking out alternatives, and this is why many people are turning to integrative alternatives, including naturopathic medicine and acupuncture. It’s also why many health … [Read more...] about Understanding Integrative Cancer Medicine
Speech Understanding in Wind
Wind noise has been an ongoing issue since the beginning of hearing aid use. I remember 30 years ago talking to people about managing wind noise when they were wearing a body-worn hearing aid. I asked people to change the direction they were facing so their back was to the wind or stand sideways to the wind. I helped parents design headbands to be worn over the ear level hearing aids to protect the hearing aid on their child from wind exposure. I recommend that people wear baseball caps with … [Read more...] about Speech Understanding in Wind
Finding Your Happy and Healthy with The Emotion Code
Have you ever said “I feel like a train wreck,” or an “emotional basket case?” Most all of us have emotional baggage that we are carrying around. There is a way to dump this baggage. Think of it as an “attitude adjustment!” The Emotion Code was developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson (no relation) who realized that his patients’ aches and pains were more than just physically based. He coined the phrase “trapped emotions” – negative energies that become trapped in the body during intense emotional … [Read more...] about Finding Your Happy and Healthy with The Emotion Code
Cultivating STEM Interest Among Girls
One of the great rewards of working in education is finding students who are passionate about their chosen careers. Alaina Rowitsch is one such student. Through the Mountain Institute Joint Technical Education (MIJTED), she is an Applied Pre-Engineering student in Yavapai College’s Career and Technical Education (CTEC) program. Alaina is pursuing her Associate of Applied Science Degree with the skills and determination she needs to be a successful engineer. “I grew up in a family of … [Read more...] about Cultivating STEM Interest Among Girls
Heel Pain, Foot Pain, Plantar Fasciitis? Massage May be the Answer
Many people live in the Prescott area for the outdoor lifestyle it provides. The outdoor lifestyle typically involves movement – hiking with the kids and family dog through groves of oaks and pines, biking and running or jogging on trails and streets. Needless to say, the feet can put in some work. But a painful condition called plantar fasciitis, also known as “jogger’s heel,” can hamper those activities or even stop them all together. According to the sports medicine community, many … [Read more...] about Heel Pain, Foot Pain, Plantar Fasciitis? Massage May be the Answer
Seeking Support from the Governor
As the City of Prescott seeks to increase its ability to pay down the massive PSPRS liability that looms over our city, I have been reaching out to mayors in other jurisdictions, all of whom are greatly affected by PSPRS. In June, I sent a letter to Governor Doug Ducey, requesting his support at the State Legislature for PSPRS reform. The letter was signed by 18 mayors. Here are excerpts from that letter: Subject: Request for Executive Support at the State Legislature for PSPRS … [Read more...] about Seeking Support from the Governor