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Walking in icy, snowy weather can be dangerous, but these tips from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration can help make your trek safer.

Dress in layers and wear boots with nonskid soles. Wear a bright scarf or hat or reflective gear so drivers can see you.
Walk on sidewalks if possible. If sidewalks are covered in snow and ice and you must walk in the street, walk against the flow of traffic and as close to the curb as you can.
Don’t wear a hat or scarf that blocks your vision or makes it hard for you to hear traffic.
When traveling with babies or small children, dress them in bright or reflective clothing. Always keep children–whether in a stroller or on foot–in front of you and as close to the curb as possible.
Before you step off the curb, make sure oncoming cars and trucks have come to a complete stop.

The Fall Season
Autumn one of the four temperate seasons

Bunches of mums are especially dramatic in the fall landscape

The fall planting months are September, October and November.

September did someone say back to school?

Indian Summer-name is believed to be derived by the Natives Americans meaning warm still weather in autumn. Also called “Old Wives Summer”(gotta read more on this one)

The pumpkin is a member of the gourd family, which is native to the Western Hemisphere. There is evidence to support that the natives of Mexico were eating gourds as early as 5500 BC. When the Colonists arrived in North America, the Native Americans were growing pumpkins. It was after learning about these pumpkins did the Pumpkin Pie tradition begin during the Fall.

Dates range from September 21st thru November 21st

October 2010 has five Mondays, five Fridays and five Saturdays only happens every 823 years oh and the 31st is always Halloween

Bobbing” for apples is of Roman origin

Thanksgiving is always on the fourth(4th) Thursday in November

The blend of pumpkin and gingerbread flavors not only gives a wonderful aroma to your kitchen, but will also make a memorable dessert for your family and friends this holiday season.

Some say hot cocoa is healthier than hot chocolate

What gives leaves their red color? Glucose trapped in the leaves. Brown comes from the waste trapped there
The red and purple color come from anthocyanin pigments formed in the dying leaves. Its the same pigment which is common in purple grapes, red apples and violets

Why is the season called “Fall”. What happens in the natural world during this season? The leaves on many trees die and fall to the ground. About five hundred (500) years ago, when Middle English was spoken, expressions like “fall of the leaf” and “fall of the year” were quite common, and the season name “Fall” comes from them.

Football season is up and running,running,running
Baseball season has ended(spring training not to far away)
Basketball season is coming or maybe already started??

by Squidoo

Landlords and Property Owners

Keeping ourselves in top shape and healthy is always important but do you realize that we should do the same for our investment property?  Armstrong Inspections would like to help keep your investment in top shape and avoid costly repairs.  By identifying potential problem areas they could help you save costly nightmare repairs.

Armstrong Inspections has master inspectors qualified and licensed to inspect your commercial or residential properties.  Regardless of the size of your property Armstrong Inspections is there for you.   After the inspection you will be provided with a complete report of their findings.   This includes those places most people do not check on a routine basis such as the crawl spaces and attics.  Finding out possible problem areas will allow you the property owner to determine when and how you will make the repairs rather than having to deal with an unexpected problem.  For more information on their services please visit their website www.armstronginspections.net

Biz-Net is one of Reno Rental Finders business partners. They provide us with expert computer support to help our business become more profitable, productive, and stress-free. Biz-Net delivers the necessary services to keep our computers running at their optimum level. With a stable, reliable network, we can concentrate on what we do best, running our business. They specialize in data protection and disaster recovery so we can rest easy and sleep well at night knowing that were taken care of.

We thought we were too small for an IT department, but after meeting Marco at Biz-Net he showed me I was wrong. I have no idea how we got along without Biz-Net. Kim/RRF

Whether you own or rent a home here are some tips to consider:

Besides recycling and water conservation, there are many other ways to live a little greener at home. We’ve put together 10 easy tips to help you get started today.

1) Take reusable bags with you when you shop. Most retailers sell their own reusable bags at checkout, but you can always bring your own. It’s a good idea to keep a few in your car for those spur-of-the-moment shopping trips. Think about how many plastic bags we’ll keep out of our landfills!

2) Buy in bulk. You’ll save on fuel and packaging material. Plus, you’ll spend less money in the long run.

3) Keep heating and air conditioning contained to the spaces you use daily. If you have rooms you only use for guests or storage, close off the vents and doors to help reduce costs and increase efficiency.

4) A programmable thermostat can make a big difference in your energy bill. They’re inexpensive and easy to install. You simply pre-program your ideal temperature settings for when you wake, leave and sleep. You’ll notice a difference in your bill the first month.

5) Does your computer or TV run 24/7? That’s unnecessary energy consumption for items that aren’t in use. Set your computer to sleep mode when you’re finished with the task at hand. If you need the comfort of the TV to fall asleep, you can set the sleep timer to automatically shut off.

6) Shower time. It’s a necessity, but to help conserve water and energy—install a low-flow showerhead. It’s highly efficient and affordable.

7) For less than $150, you can install ceiling fans in your living room and bedroom. You can reduce the thermostat temperature and the room will still feel cool with the fan on.

Painting is a quick and easy way to redecorate. When you start selecting colors, try to find low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) or no VOC paint. Avoid most latex and oil-based paints to eliminate toxins being released into the air.

9) Anytime you remodel or redecorate, try to find green furniture manufactured from recycled or reclaimed materials. The local thrift stores, antique shops and flea markets have great options, so you can recycle and save money at the same time.

10) At any given time there are at least 10 items in your home that require batteries, so why not switch to rechargeable? You’ll help keep all the remotes and gadgets going while keeping dead batteries out of our landfills.

The most common usage of spring cleaning refers to the yearly act of cleaning a house from top to bottom which would take place in the first warm days of the year, typically in spring. During the dark ages, spring cleaning was the one time of year when everything was washed and cleaned. Once the weather became warmer, the reeds covering the stone floors where no longer needed. They were removed from the house, along with the manure that had accumulated over the winter, as sheep and horses were often kept in the home. The dust and ashes were swept from the walls and rafters. Centuries later, particularly in the colder climates, people heated their homes with coal, oil and wood. They also used candles or oil lamps for light before the invention of electricity. With the arrival of spring, windows and doors were opened to let in the fresh air. Furniture and carpets were taken outside where they were beaten with brooms or sticks. The entire inside of the home would be scrubbed to get rid of the dust, dirt, and grime.

Spring cleaning in many countries occurs around the time of the March equinox which signifies the beginning of spring.