Author: Richard

The draw of Plano, Texas

Around 50 degrees plus sometimes into the high 30s is as poor as it gets Plano, Texas is where I have ended up, then i lived in colder states my entire life. I then decided that I wanted to experience college in a warmer location. I moved to Texas for what I thought would be […]

Preparing for power outages in Palm Beach

Palm Beach County ranks in the country’s top five most hurricane-vulnerable areas. Natural disasters, such as hurricanes and tropical storms, are the leading cause of power outages in Florida. Going without power during times of inclement weather is inconvenient, uncomfortable and can even lead to health and safety risks. When there’s no electricity, we can’t […]

Historical home in Orland Park

When my husband and I purchased a historical home in Orland Park, we were delighted by the hardwood floors, doors, molding and staircase. We looked forward to sitting on the wide back porch and enjoying the view of a pond with ducks. We didn’t realize some of the unique difficulties of a historical home. Our […]

Minnesota’s Chain of Lakes

Minnesota is often called the “Land of 10,000 Lakes.” It’s home of some of the most stunning landscapes in the country. The Chain of Lakes is stands out as a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and proof of Minnesota’s dedication to preserving its natural heritage. It is an interconnected system of five urban lakes. There is […]

Issues with air quality

The temperature in Lowell, Massachusetts, fluctuates throughout the year. Each season brings fresh issues with the weather. Heating and cooling are necessities and we switch between them with little downtime in-between. The combined cost of running the furnace and air conditioner adds up to about fifty percent of the home’s energy usage. In hopes of […]

Things to do in Lakeland

Often called the “City of Swans,” Lakeland, Florida, is an amazing place to live and wonderful destination for tourists. The community is situated ideally in-between Tampa and Orlanda. While often over-shadowed by those more famous cities, Lakeland has unique amenties to offer. From exciting adventures to peaceful relaxation, there is something for every preference. A […]