Bringing Ease to Your Life
Bluegreen wants to help you by giving you some EXTRA help for FREE! When we come to your home for regular service, we not only want to make your floors sparkle, we want to bring ease to your life by lending an extra hand. Our team of technicians will give you a combined total of […]
The Truth About Spots and Stains
You may have seen some of the commercials on television showing a bottle of spot remover that can quickly and easily remove stains from carpet and upholstery like magic. Red wine, ketchup, coffee, fruit punch, spaghetti sauce, grass stains and more are removed in seconds with no rubbing or scrubbing. Just spray and blot! If […]
Window Safety
The windows in your home protect you from the elements, but you do need to take care when opening and closing them. Here are some basic precautions to take with the windows in your house. Do not push on the glass to open the window, as this can cause the glass to break and cut […]
Money Saving Tips Summer
Looking to save some cash? Summer is the perfect time to squeeze some extra savings out of your budget. Here are some ways to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket. Vacation closer to home. One of the most expensive parts of a vacation is the cost to travel to and from your […]
Trusting as We Age
Researchers at Northwestern University have published the results of two studies measuring trust as we age. The first study, conducted over 26 years, showed older people had higher levels of trust in others than younger people. Those study participants who had higher levels of interpersonal trust also reported higher levels of wellbeing. The second study […]
Lemony Steamed Fish
Ingredients:6 (6 ounce) halibut fillets1 tablespoon dried dill weed1 tablespoon onion powder2 teaspoons dried parsley1/4 teaspoon paprika1 pinch seasoned salt, or more to taste1 pinch lemon pepper1 pinch garlic powder2 tablespoons lemon juice Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cut 6 foil squares large enough for each fillet. Center fillets on […]
Chemicals, Cleaning and YOU
Chemicals. The very word makes some people nervous. For some it conjures images of toxic compounds that pollute and damage the environment. For others it may bring to mind unhealthy additives in our food and drink. Chemical can be a scary word. It makes sense to define what a chemical really is. One useful definition […]
Healthier Oven Roasted Potatoes
“This roasted potato side dish, made with less olive oil and more fresh herbs than the original recipe, is a healthy hit with everyone.” Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon minced garlic1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon salt4 large potatoes, peeled and […]
Increased Fiber = Diet Success
A recent study released by researchers at the University of Massachusetts has shown eating a fiber-rich diet is more successful for weight loss than one that restricts dieters from eating certain foods. Subjects in the study were asked to increase their fiber intake by at least 30 grams a day.
Eye Health as We Age
According to a survey by the Ocular Nutrition Society, four in five baby boomers ranked their vision as the most important sense. In fact, those same people said they worry about vision loss almost as much as contracting cancer or heart disease. But only fifty percent said they visit an eye doctor at least once […]