The newspapers, but not completely! Just while you are out of town. Nothing says "not home" like papers in your yard. Call up the paper and have your delivery stopped until you return! Home, safe home!



Are your children's grandparents having a hard time connecting with your children's busy lifestyles? Smartphones, apps, or Zoom can be overwhelming. Print out a set of basic instructions for your parents for each device your kids use. They will enjoy connecting with their grandchildren all summer long!


Your pets enjoy outside time, and your fence is there to keep them in and other animals out. Now is a good time to check for loose boards (wooden fences) or holes (if you have chain link). Safe pets make a happy family!


With summer's higher humidity, white tile grout needs a little extra care. Bleach applied with a small brush or liquid cleanser can help. If your tile needs more, a good grout renewer like Grout Refresh can work wonders! Bathrooms like new again! Whoop!


How's that summer planning going? Are you GOING ANYWHERE? Wait until you get home to post pics. You don't want anyone to decide to BREAK IN while you're enjoying the beach a hundred miles away!