Fun Friday: New Year, New You

New year means a new you.... Right?! Well im sure on Facebook this weekend everyone will post their new years resolution. Instead of taking something big like (working out everyday for 30 minutes) which Im sure everyone would love to do that but sometimes my schedule does not allow me to do such.  Just follow some simple tips to improve your health, body and skin! 

 

-Denea Duran

Grinding of the Greens Program

Now that Christmas is over, your Christmas Trees can have a second life through the Grinding of the Greens program.

Organizers with Keep the Midlands Beautiful help recycle the trees by grinding them down to mulch, which will be made available to the public for free in three weeks.

If you would like to donate your tree, organizers ask that you make sure to remove the tree from its stand and remove all ornaments and lights.

There are 16 drop-off locations in Lexington and Richland counties, and you can donate your tree until Jan. 13, 2012.

Drop-Off Locations:

--> City of Columbia Compost Facility -121 Humane Lane, Columbia. (Off Shop Road across from SPCA). M-F, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

--> Clemson Institute for Economic & Community Development -900 Clemson Rd

--> Crooked Creek Park - 1098 Old Lexington Highway, Chapin. (Next to Chapin Middle School). Daily 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM

--> Fort Jackson Recycling Center - Building #6568 on Lee Road, Fort Jackson.  (Enter the Fort through Gate 2 on Forest Drive.  After Burger King, turn left onto Lee Road.) M-F, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sat 8:30 - 3:30 PM

--> Friarsgate Park - 1712 Chadford Rd., Irmo. M-F 2-9 PM, Sat 9-8 PM, Sun 1-6 PM

--> Hollow Creek Tree Farm - 228 Windmill Road, Gilbert

--> Hopkins Park - 150 Hopkins Park Road, Hopkins. M-F 2 PM-9 PM, Sat. 9 AM-8PM

--> Lexington Co. C&D Landfill - 498 Landfill Lane, Lexington. M-Sat 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

--> Lexington Co. Sandhills Collection Center - 3241 Charleston Hwy., Cayce M-W-F, Sat 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sun 3:00 - 7:00 PM

--> Lexington Co. Southeast Collection Center - 538 Martin Neese Road, Swansea. M-W-F, Sat 7:00 AM -7:00 PM, Sun 3:00 - 7:00 PM

--> Meadowlake Park -600 Beckman Rd Columbia. M-F 2-9 PM, Sat 9-8 PM, Sun 1-6 PM

--> Polo Road Park - 730 Polo Road, Columbia. M-F 2-9 PM, Sat 9-8 PM, Sun 1-6 PM

--> Richland Co. C&D Landfill - 1070 Caughman Road, North (Off Monticello). M-F 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Sat 12:30 - 5:30 PM

--> Richland Co. Lower Richland Drop-off Center - 10531 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia. M-Sat 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sun 12:30-6:00 PM

--> Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church - 5508 Sunset Blvd. (Highway 378), Lexington

--> Seven Oaks Park - 200 Leisure Lane, Columbia. (Near the intersection of St. Andrews and Piney Grove Roads.)

Content Credit: http://www.wltx.com/news/story.aspx?storyid=165053

Photo Credit: Google Image

Before we say Happy Holidays .........

Before we are off to say Happy Holidays, remember we are still collecting for the the canned food and coat drive. If you have out grown your coats please donate them. Tis the season for giving~ 

MERRY CHRISTMAS! HAVE A FUN & SAFE HOLIDAY~

-Denea Duran 

Praying for Newton Connecticut

Holiday Mail for Heroes

We had a blast working with American Red Cross and Red Bank Elementary! Hope you enjoy!

-Denea Duran

Winter has finally made its BIG DEBUT.

Now that it is December it looks like winter has finally made its debut. The real question is-- are you ready? Well, in case you haven't done anything to get ready, here is a checklist to get you organized. 

Out and About

Will your home welcome winter visitors safely? Get ready for snow, ice or rain on walks and driveways with:

• Snow shovel
• De-icing compound
• Waterproof floor mats

The Inside Story

Household emergency supplies should include enough food, water and supplies to last four days without power or help. Check your home emergency kit against this basic checklist:

• Food that doesn't require heating or refrigeration, such as canned meats, soups and stews, cereal, and energy bars
• Manual can opener
• Paper plates, cups and plastic utensils
• 1 gallon of water per person per day (allow enough for four days)
• Flashlights and batteries
• Battery-powered radio
• Battery-powered clock
• Cellular phone
• First-aid kit (printable first-aid kit checklist)
• Four-day supply of prescription medicines
• Blanket and cold-weather clothing for each family member
• Pet food and additional water for household pets

On The Road:

Winter transportation can mean ice, snow, and hazardous roads. Road conditions can change in an instant. Before traveling, give cars a winter preparedness exam:

• Check antifreeze
• Check and replace older batteries
• Remember to keep the gas tank near full to avoid freezing water in the fuel line
• Check tires and spare tire for proper inflation

Make sure automobiles contain the following emergency supplies:

• Bag of sand, road salt or non-clumping cat litter. The bag's extra weight means better traction, and the contents can be spread under slipping tires.
• Ice scraper
• Jumper cables
• Small shovel (to dig snow away from wheels, or scatter sand on roadway)
• Tire chains (every driver should practice putting them on)
• Flares or reflective triangle to warn other motorists if you break down
• Blanket
• Flashlight and batteries
• Gallon jug of drinking water
• First aid kit 

When traveling by car, include emergency food and clothing for each traveler. Pack supplies in a backpack in case you need to abandon your car.

An emergency backpack should include:

• Jacket, hat, gloves and sturdy, snow-proof boots for each traveler
• Nonperishable food
• Cellular phone
• Money

Content Credit: http://organizedhome.com/seasonal-spin/winter-preparedness-checklist

Image: http://lifethroughtiaslens.blogspot.com/2010/02/rylynns-first-snow-day-feb-12th-10.html


-Denea Duran 

Here is a present from us to you!