The other day I was out in my neighborhood helping hand out garage sale fliers for our subdivision's upcoming community yard sale. I had a great time talking with people and meeting more of my neighbors. But the one thing that has stayed with me all week is a simple note that was affixed to the
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04/29/2010
The other day I was out in my neighborhood helping hand out garage sale flyers for our subdivision's upcoming community yard sale. I had a great time talking with people and meeting more of my neighbors. But the one thing that has stayed with me all week is a simple note that was affixed to the
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04/29/2010
While I respect the fact that some sellers would prefer to sell their home on their own, it is important to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families. Here are a few tips that are worth their weight in gold. For your own safety, never set an appointment with anyone
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04/27/2010
Yesterday I had the privilege of volunteering at the Plainfield Interfaith Food Pantry. As I helped stock the shelves I was overwhelmed by what the current volunteers are facing. While people in Plainfield and surrounding areas are generous in their donations (both in food and much needed prod
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04/26/2010
In an effort to support Naperville home purchases the City of Naperville is now participating in two home buyer incentive programs. The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has partnered with Naperville to qualify first time buyers with a dollar-for-dollar reduction in their annual feder
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04/23/2010
Making little lifestyle changes will do a lot to enhance sustainability for the planet--and make every day Earth Day. It's a great feeling every Earth Day to bike to work and show your love of the planet. But sustainable practices-managing how you use resources to ensure that there will enough fo
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04/23/2010
For the City of Aurora The Sierra Club has partnered with the City of Aurora and is asking for volunteers to help clean up the banks of the Fox River and plant native wetland plantings. For more information please visit http://illinois.sierraclub.org/vof/ For the City of Naperville Residents ar
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04/21/2010
Do you or your family suffer with asthma? Persistent sinus infections? Flu-like symptoms that won't go away? If you answered yes to any of these items than you might just be exposed to mold. Some people have more prominent symptoms than other people. Each person reacts to this deadly toxin di
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04/21/2010
It's garage sale season and we are starting off with a bang! Come on down to the Heritage Meadows Subdivision located off of Heritage Meadows Drive and 119th Street in Plainfield (West of Kohls and Plainfield Delight Pancake House). As a professional stager and design consultant, I know what b
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04/20/2010
So you listed your house, had it staged, organized the clutter and spruced up the landscaping. The front door is freshly painted and there is a beautiful wreath welcoming you as you enter. In a perfect world your home is ready to be shown! However, you still have to live, eat, breathe, work, pl
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04/19/2010
