Home &
Family Newsletter
June 2019
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In This Issue:
International Picnic Day
Windows: Energy & Maintenance
First Aid In Your Home... Are You
Prepared?
Recipe: Sicilian Potato Salad
Read on and don't forget to
share with your friends and family.
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Summer is the season of
outdoor dining and family picnics at the park, but did you
know that June 18th is International Picnic Day? If you
haven’t had a chance to sit down and have a meal with family
or friends lately, Picnic Day is the perfect opportunity to
do so. While you may be starting to picture the traditional
checkered blanket and food basket in the park, there are many
different ways to enjoy this fun tradition. Here are a few
new ones to try:
The
Low-Effort Picnic
Let’s face it: picnics involve
a lot of planning. From deciding on the perfect meal to
prepping and packing, a picnic can end up taking up more of
your evening or weekend than you’d prefer. However, it
doesn’t have to be this way! Sometimes the perfect date can
be picking up a pizza and heading to outdoor setting that is
the least-buggy area nearby. Just remember to grab a few
napkins.
The
Indoor Picnic
Sometimes the weather turns
unexpected, or plans get postponed until it’s too dark for
the perfect picnic. If the setting isn’t right, don’t cancel
your plans – you can still enjoy this holiday indoors. The
“indoor picnic” is open to your interpretation, but make sure
you stray away from your usual scene. Choose picnic foods and
place plants around your dining table for the outdoor
experience, or clear your living room furniture and eat your
meal seated on a blanket or cushions on the floor.
The
Scenic Picnic
June 18th falls on a weekday,
and may just be the perfect excuse to take the day off and
get away for a bit. Another picnic option is to visit
somewhere scenic you haven’t been before - a hike with a
mountaintop view, a local boat tour or even a shady spot in
your city’s botanical garden.
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Summer is here, and to the
homeowner, the new season means more than just a week off for
vacation time. The arrival of hot weather and high humidity
signifies the beginning of “it’s too hot in here” complaints
from family members. As you continue to pump air conditioning
through your home, you’ll notice energy bills rising –
especially if your windows are older.
If your home hasn’t been
outfitted with newer dual pane windows, it’s likely that
you’re feeling the effects of outside conditions a bit more
than you’d like, and paying for it. Thankfully, there are a
couple of options when it comes to your windows and improving
energy efficiency. Here are a few:
Window
Replacement
The easiest way to ensure your
windows are helping instead of hurting is to replace them
with newer energy efficient options. You can look
specifically for ENERGY STAR qualified options, or talk with
a professional about what has worked best for their clients.
Small
Repairs and Improvements
If you aren’t ready to commit
to a full window replacement, there may be smaller changes
you can make to improve them. First, check for drafts using a
flashlight, candle or infrared thermometer. If you find any
air leaks, sealing them can make a big difference. You can
also choose to upgrade the frames rather than the entire
window. If you just want another layer of insulation, quality
window treatments can help with cold glass in the winter and
keep rooms cool by blocking UV rays in the summer.
Upgrade
Glass
If your home is 100+ years old
with original windows, you don’t have to get rid of them!
Keeping the original windows on historic homes looks great
and in some cities can even be required. One option is to add
another pane or insert for extra insulation. Another is to
just upgrade and replace the glass panes.
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Accidents are never
anticipated, and being prepared beforehand is the best way to
handle an injury when it happens. For major situations, this
means having emergency numbers available, emergency contacts
in place and a plan of action ready. For minor injuries like
cuts and scrapes, being prepared means having a first aid kit
handy for immediate treatment to the injury, speeding up the
healing process and often helping keep children calm.
In most drugstores or
supermarkets, you can find ready-to-go first aid kits with
almost everything you might need for minor injuries. These
kits are great options if you’re prone to buying larger packs
of bandages that go unused or even for keeping in your
vehicle.
Another option is to build
your own first aid kit. If you don’t know what you are
looking for, the selection of products in a drugstore can
become overwhelming. Take the time to do your research
beforehand and shop with a well-thought out list. Keep the
needs of your household in mind when browsing the selection –
will cartoon-branded band-aids calm your little one for
scrapes and bruises? Or what about a simple pair of tweezers
specifically for thorns or tick removal after yard
work?
If you already have a first
aid kit in your home, look inside and make sure everything is
up-to-date. Many ointments, antihistamines and other
over-the-counter medications have expiration dates, and may
need to be tossed out and replaced.
Remember:
first aid kits can’t solve every injury. Know how to use each
product currently, and when to consult professional medical
assistance.
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This month we'd like to thank the people listed
below for referring
their friends and families to our care and
service:
Joshua
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Joe
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Recipe Courtesy of: Taste of Home
Ingredients
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10
small russet potatoes, unpeeled
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1-1/2
teaspoons salt, divided
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1/2
pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
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1/4
teaspoon pepper
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2
medium cucumbers, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch
slices
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1/2
pound cherry tomatoes, halved
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1
large red onion, halved and thinly sliced
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1 cup
thinly sliced fresh basil leaves, divided
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1/2
cup olive oil
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4
tablespoons cider vinegar
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3
garlic cloves, minced
Directions
Place potatoes and 1/2
teaspoon salt in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a
boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 12-15
minutes. Drain; rinse with cold water. Pat dry.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan,
bring 1 cup water to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, just
until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Drain; immediately drop into
ice water. Drain and pat dry.
Peel and cube potatoes;
sprinkle with remaining salt and the pepper. Transfer to a
serving bowl. Add beans, cucumbers, tomatoes, onion and 3/4
cup basil leaves. Whisk together oil, vinegar and garlic.
Drizzle over vegetables; toss to coat. Sprinkle with
remaining basil.
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