December 2009 .
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Ocala, Florida
Best buy in Laurel Run, 3 bedroom 2 bath with den. Over 1900 sq. ft. w/inside laundry. Big EIK
overlooking side garden. Living Room w/two walls of windows with view of
back garden and pool.
Very
private. Huge master bedroom with bath and
great
walk-in closet. Priced to go quickly.
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A Word from Carol The Importance Of A Home Inspection Never underestimate the importance of a home inspection when you are seriously considering a piece of real estate. Hiring a licensed home inspector will relieve you of much anxiety further down the road. Your inspector will alert you to any potential problems now, saving you from unexpected expenses later. He can help you gauge the future costs of maintaining the house. The inspector will provide a consummate survey from top to bottom. The report will cover all fundamental components of a structure including construction,
Around The Home - Photo Tips For The Holiday (by Rismedia) RISMEDIA, December 5, 2009—The holidays are fast approaching and that means family gatherings, holiday parties and plenty of precious memories in the making. Why not take some helpful hints from the experts and create visually appealing photos that everyone will love? General Imaging, the worldwide exclusive licensee for GE digital cameras, has prepared easy to implement tips that should make your holiday photos the center of attention. Get closer - Some of the best photos you can take are close-ups of friends and family. Try using the zoom lens to fill the frame with only the subject and any necessary context. By keeping the picture focused, your image will have greater impact, and not require a lot of explanation. To make sure you can get close, look for a camera with at least 3X optical zoom.
Can Your Cat Be Allergic To You We know that cats can spark allergy and asthma attacks in some humans. But can cats be allergic to people? Yes, they can, but it typically happens indirectly. Human dandruff can set off an attack in cats, but the more common culprits are household irritants such as dust, secondhand smoke, and kitty litters with a high dust content (especially when used with a covered litter box). All of these can trigger an asthma attack in cats that suffer from the condition or can put cats at greater risk of developing asthma in the first place. Cats with allergic rhinitis may also be sensitive to such allergens, which can heighten inflammation in a cat's upper airways. (Learn why smoking indoors also puts your cat at a four times greater risk of cancer.) How can feline asthma be prevented? Eliminating or minimizing possible household allergens is the first step to preventing the development of feline asthma or asthma attacks, which can be life threatening to your cat. (More)
Is Your Garden Eco - Friendly ? (by Home Depot) The small changes that each of us can make in reducing pollution, minimizing global warming and living a “greener” lifestyle add up when we all do our part. And many of these changes will also save you time and money. The Home Depot carries many new products, including organic pesticides, soils and fertilizers, that will help you maintain a beautiful home and garden economically and efficiently, and with less pollution and waste. Here’s a quick and easy way to test your eco-friendly knowledge and pick up a few new ideas. |
Christmas at Ocala Town Square electrical, plumbing, heating, and air conditioning systems, roofing, floors and foundation. A thorough inspection will alert you to the areas that need attention prior to the sale. Following a visual examination of the property, an inspector will identify both the strengths and weaknesses of the infrastructure. A professional inspector can interpret details that often go undetected by the current occupants. An independent inspection also provides the added advantage of professional objectivity and allows you to know exactly what you are getting into when purchasing a home.
Use the grid - The “Rule of Thirds” is a time-honored visual principle to help guide your viewer’s eye to what is important in a photo. The rule calls for placing the main object(s) of a photo either one-third from the bottom, the top, the left or the right. Check to see if your digital camera includes a 3X3 grid overlay feature that you can enable on the LCD screen. This grid can be instrumental in finding the right balance for your photo. Be aware of any distracting elements - Unless you are aiming for a shot where everyone gets a good laugh, be aware of what is happening in the background. For instance, watch that you don’t have a Christmas tree growing out of the top of your subject’s head. Buying a camera with a large LCD screen with an auto-adjust LCD brightness feature can help you better spot these types of distractions to avoid them completely. (More)
What To Do For Dogs With Allergies Pooch seem a bit sad and sniffly? Or a little extra itchy and scratchy? There's a good chance she has some allergies. Yep, dogs can have them, too.Here's what owners ought to know about allergies: Who gets 'em: Any dog can, really. But certain breeds, including pugs, setters, retrievers, and terriers seem more prone to developing them. What causes 'em: Many of the same substances that set off human sneezes, like grass, weeds, pollens, molds, dust mites, and dander are also known to cause canine allergies. Other culprits include common items such as perfumes, cleaning products, prescription drugs, flea remedies, and certain food ingredients. How to spot 'em: The telltale signs can vary from dog to dog, but sneezing, coughing, runny nose, and irritated eyes and skin are among the most (More)
Did you know? Based on studies in the 1980s and 1990s The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that up to two thirds of the fertilizers applied to lawns each year is wasted. It is lost to the air or runs off into streams and storm drains, where it contributes to water pollution. What can I do? Lawns require more nitrogen fertilizer than other garden plants to stay green and healthy. You can provide about 1/3 of the nitrogen your lawn needs simply by leaving grass clippings on the lawn after mowing. (More)
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Sudoku The New Addiction! Just in case you've never played before. The object of the game is to fit the numbers 1-9 in the correct orders. You need to fill a number from 1 to 9 in every blank cell. A number must appear only once in each row, column and 3x3 block. Sounds easy enough. Don't give up. Once you get the hang of it, its very fun and challenges your brain. (If you don't see the game on the left please try refreshing your screen. You can use F5 or your refresh button.) |
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Carol J. Van Wagner, GRI, E-Pro, AHS, CeMS |
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