Thursday, September 2nd 2010

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  • Say it with music

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right}Every other week, I play hostess to a group of muscians.  They are all good, long-time friends of mine with whom I worked while performing in my variety show Social Security Scandals.&n...
  • Rebate update

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=85|float=right}The Michigan Appliance Trade-Up program helps boost the local economy, save energy, and put spending dollars back into the hands of consumers.On July 30, the Michigan Department of Energy, La...
  • Wake up call: Pay attention!

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right}Last week I learned that one of my oldest friends had been in an accident.  She was with her cousin, also a friend of mine, and the two of them were on their way to a family gathering.&...
  • $aving green with greens

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=85|float=right}How does a garden save energy? Let me count the ways. There are so many advantages to having a vegetable garden that people may not realize what a conservative endeavor this can be.Of course ...
  • Yum, yum, yum!

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right}Do you remember that old adage, “You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream?” OK – probably not. You need to be somewhere between old age and advancing older age to possess that...
  • Ceiling fan savings

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=85|float=right}Question: Will running a ceiling fan reduce your air conditioner energy costs?Answer: Only if you turn off the air conditioner.Ceiling fans are great for moving air, but they do not cool the ...
  • What a shame

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right}Not long ago, I witnessed an incident that absolutely amazed me. After 20 years at it, my variety show had just completed its last performance. As usual, we had lots of fun, camaraderie, lau...
  • Energy 101

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=85|float=right}Energy 101: Energy and Renewables for Local Government is an upcoming program that should be of interest for our community. Scheduled from 9 a.m-noon on Aug. 3, the program has the following ...
  • Empty nest syndrome

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right}More than 20 years ago, my five “little birds” had flown from the nest. By now, I’m pretty well accustomed to being by myself, but I well remember, it took awhile. My oldest daughter L...
  • It’s a dog’s life

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right}Because I no longer live in a family neighborhood setting, I feel it is wise to not have the care and feeding of a furry friend. When I was a kid, my family didn’t have a pet either. My mo...
  • Make a clean sweep

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=85|float=right}Most of us open more doors in the summer. We open the front door, the back door, the kitchen door, and the garage door. This is great for letting a cool morning breeze through the house, but ...
  • Twist of luck

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right}The Fourth of July has come and gone, along with the parades, fireworks and picnics. How did that happen so quickly? I always think that summer is half over by that date. It really isn’t, ...
  • Running on the sun

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=85|float=right}NAPERVILLE, Illinois - Although many of us are not very close to activities related to development of solar energy design and engineering, there are many very active groups that keep forging ...
  • Old age ain’t for sissies

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right}Many years ago, when all five of my children were "itty-bitty," my life was busy, tiring, and sometimes frustrating. I'm sure that is not news to any parent, particularly stay-at-home moms. ...
  • What is the purpose of a public library?

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=70|float=right}HOLLY, Township - There is not such a cradle of democracy upon the earth as the Free Public Library, this republic of letters, where neither rank, office, nor wealth receives the slightest co...
  • Surprise! It’s the Granny Patrol

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right}My neighborhood is very nice, filled with condominiums owned by friendly folks. In our subdivision, there are duplexes as well as single units, beautifully maintained by the association fees...
  • Keep your cool

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=85|float=right}Basic air conditioner cleaning and maintenance is a seasonal chore that can really pay off in terms of comfort and in more efficient day-to-day operation.There are two main components to most...
  • Sing-a-long

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=70|float=right}My mom loved a sing-a-long. She used to tell me that when she was dating my dad in high school, nights spent out with “the gang” often ended with the group singing their favorite songs. T...
  • Mystery at the beauty salon

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=4|imageid=187|float=right} When I go to the beauty salon every Thursday, I am always warmly greeted by everyone, including other "Thursday regulars."  We always seem to have a lot to talk about, even though it ...
  • Community garden grows community spirit

    {phocagallery view=category|categoryid=2|imageid=554|float=right}HOLLY TOWNSHIP, Michigan - A garden can bring joy and sorrow accompanied by anticipation and excitement. A garden can provide exercise, relaxation or therapy. A garden can “do” and “be...

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