Posts made by author 'Eileen Alexander'
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Making Your Home More Functional & Stylish
Making one's home both functional and stylish can help you live more comfortably. The main idea is to have "A place for everything and everything in its place." The quote, attributable to Benjamin Franklin, means that everything should have a dedicated spot where it is stored and should be returned to that place when not being used.
A house should reflect your personality. Buyers are advised to think about their lifestyle and prioritize how they want to use the space in their new home, including where they are going to place their furnishings, clothing, and other items. When viewing a potential home, imagine how your family can move through the rooms, and ways you can tweak it to make it work for you.
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These Entrepreneurs Chose to Locate in Northern New Hampshire to Grow Their Businesses
The mountain environment, outdoor recreational activities, and a slower pace of life were motivating factors in the decisions of a trio of entrepreneurs who have chosen northern New Hampshire as the place where they wanted to locate and grow their businesses. These enterprising business people strongly believe in supporting and improving the regional economy by hiring local people, participating in and giving back to their communities, and serving as an inspiration for other small companies to consider doing business at the northern end of the state.
White Mountains Canning Company - Littleton, NH
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Don't Let Chilly Winter Days Keep You from Enjoying the Season
The winter months offer terrific opportunities for people who enjoy active outdoor pursuits like skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, ice skating and winter hiking, but what about those who'd prefer to spend the long days between late November through March snuggled up by the woodstove and dreaming of summer?
Sitting around the fire sipping hot chocolate and binging your favorite series can make the winter months go by more quickly, but why not plan some non-sports activities that get you moving and enjoying time with family and friends, both indoors and outside?
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The Granite State Has Numerous Independent Booksellers
Any time of year is a good time to stop by an independent bookstore in your community or visit one when you are travelling.
And with winter just around the corner, it's time to stock up on books to carry you through the cold months ahead. Books make great Christmas gifts, too!
Every bookstore has its specialties, from the ambiance of the setting to the shelves stocked with best sellers, local authors, outdoor guides, and more. Many carry other items like magazines, audiobooks, toys, greeting cards, calendars, and various gift items. Most have a chair or two where you can relax while you peruse a few volumes. It's easy to while away an hour or more in the friendly atmosphere of a bookstore!
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Aging in Place: Prioritizing Your Needs as You Grow Older
Now that I'm of a certain age, I've been thinking of ways in which I can age in place, maintaining my independence, yet be able to call on a community of friends and family or an organization like Senior Meals if I need a helping hand.
Some individuals may want to downsize from a large home where they raised their families to something smaller and more manageable, while others will want to stay in the homes they've occupied for most of their adult lives. Still others will find transitional facilities that offer options for independent living, assisted...