August Newsletter

“The month of August had turned into a griddle where the days just lay there and sizzle.” Sue Monk Kid, The Secret Life of Bees. We’ve had our first taste of cooler weather after some scorching temps. Fall is coming, school will be starting, and soon we’ll be digging those sweaters out of storage. But until then, we still have some hot weather to enjoy. Take advantage of the pool while it’s still open. The Perseid meteor showers occur this month, a great way to enjoy the cooler hours of the day. Here are a few more ways to spend your time this month, if you find yourself needing something to do.

• Organize family photos – maybe create a book of photos from your summer vacation to give as a gift for Christmas

• Clean carpets & floors

• Get organized – think about what would help your days run smoother – extra coat hooks in the entry, a better work/study space, a better filing system

• Check emergency kits and first aid supplies

• Organize closets to make way for the wardrobe shift, get rid of anything you haven’t worn

• Clean and organize the garage

• Tidy up the perennials and prune dead wood

• Fit in some relaxation time

August marks the one-year anniversary of our move into our new home. If you haven’t stopped in to see the new place yet, stop by and say “hi”! If there’s a project we can help you with, this would be a great place to see options you would have.

Introducing Jadin Bulow, our newest Apprentice Carpenter. Jadin was born and raised in Nebraska, moved away, and has moved back to Nebraska recently with his wife and son. When not learning carpentry, in his off hours he enjoys guitar and music or playing disc golf.

Featured Project – Wilderness Hills Multi-Room Remodel

Design Corner

The basics of interior design include form or shape. Form refers to the physical shape and volume of your furniture and architectural features. This can include items like sofas and cabinets that are a basic geometric shape like a rectangle, square or circle. It can also include organic forms that are free-flowing, natural shapes like plants or sculptural furniture. Having a combination in a room can keep it from being either too stiff or too chaotic.

Fun Fact

More people mov in August than any other month. Whether from buying or selling a home or moving to a larger or smaller apartment, it’s easier to do so in August than during winter or after school starts.