A new furnace can be a costly investment, sometimes upwards of $5,000. Furnaces have come a long way since the old days when 70 percent efficient units were considered “high efficiency.” Now, high tech condensing furnaces can be up to 97 percent efficient, which means for every dollar you spend on … [Read more...] about Leaking Ductwork Can Cost You Hundreds of Dollars a Year
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Understanding, Treating Rosacea
This is one of the more common skin diseases seen in light–skinned humans. It usually appears in early to late adult years as a facial rash. Manifestations include facial redness, easy or pronounced flushing, acne-like bumps and pustules, swelling and blunting of the fine curves of the nose, eye … [Read more...] about Understanding, Treating Rosacea
Why Mediation Helps Relationships
When conflict escalates, it can wreak havoc on personal and professional relationships, leaving more problems in its wake. Mediation can help. Mediation offers a way to work together on a solution that is mutually fair and sustainable. It helps you develop the skills necessary for maintaining … [Read more...] about Why Mediation Helps Relationships
Misophonia: Don’t Make That Sound
Misophonia is the term used for people who suffer from annoyance to specific sounds. As I write this, I looked back at my choice to use the word “suffer” and then decided based on my experience with people who have the disorder, suffer is the perfect word. The person suffers when hearing particular … [Read more...] about Misophonia: Don’t Make That Sound
Advances in Teeth Implants Improving Fit, Look, Time
In dentistry today, our options to replace teeth with implants have expanded greatly since the first implants, as we know them today, were placed 47 years ago. This type of implant, which is referred to as an endosteal implant, was intended to replace a single tooth, which is the most popular use of … [Read more...] about Advances in Teeth Implants Improving Fit, Look, Time
Balsamic Vinegar is Good for you
Originating in Italy, this condiment is an aromatic, thick, dark, syrup-like aged type of vinegar, prepared by the reduction of cooked grapes. Balsamic vinegar, though popularly referred to as wine vinegar, is not made from wine, but is prepared from grape pressings whose fermentation process has … [Read more...] about Balsamic Vinegar is Good for you
Time for an Insurance Check-Up
When was the last time you reviewed your insurance coverage? Just as getting an annual medical check-up is a sensible way to maintain your health, reviewing your insurance policies annually can provide peace of mind and may save you money. As you review your policies, here are some questions to keep … [Read more...] about Time for an Insurance Check-Up
‘Bee-neficial’: The Importance of Bees to Your Garden
Mellifera is the hardest working – if somewhat accidental – horticulturist in your garden. In her search for food, she will move from stamens to pistils, pollinating your plants and ensuring their survival. She is responsible for 70 percent of the world’s flowering botanicals and a large number … [Read more...] about ‘Bee-neficial’: The Importance of Bees to Your Garden
Embracing Impermanence
A few weeks ago, I came home from work and, much to my dismay, a house was being built on the lot next to us. When I left home that morning, the lot was, as always, vacant, with a magnificent, old tree smack in the middle of the space. Now the tree was gone, little more than a huge pulled stump and … [Read more...] about Embracing Impermanence
What You Need to Know to Gain Top Dollar for Your Home
It’s being called a “seller’s market” right now. Is it? Kind of. It’s also a buyer’s market right now, too, since there is more inventory. Are you paying a bit more than four years ago? Yes, but there is more to choose from and interest rates are good. No question about it, homes are selling … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know to Gain Top Dollar for Your Home