For generations of families like mine, it is a tradition to “sweep away the old and usher in the new” by getting the house in order. Our annual ritual begins just before New Year's Eve. The home is a sacred place where love is shared and relationships are strengthened. After weeks of nonstop activity from Thanksgiving to Christmas, the house is a chaotic mess. Now that Christmas has come and gone and the dust has settled, I arm myself with a broom and dustpan to Read More >
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9 Tips for Staying Healthy and Safe During the Holidays
By Good Neighbor Concierge
The holiday season is brimming with crowds, festive parties and family gatherings, and an extra helping of stress. While you should always keep healthy and safe throughout the year, it is especially important to be vigilant this time of year. Add one more gift to your gift list this year: the gift of good health and safety for you and your loved ones. Food Intake & Activity Temptations are everywhere on the buffet table. Don’t let the holidays be an excuse for Read More >
A Time to Slow Down and Reflect
By Good Neighbor Concierge
It is so hard to let go of the news of the terrible elementary school tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut, and I am sure we all have our own thoughts about it. So many lives lost but in particular, the very young children who had their whole lives to look forward to. Gone in an instant. This is every parent’s worst nightmare. Totally senseless. As a parent, the worries never seem to stop. It used to be about getting enough to eat, warm clothes to ward off the cold, Read More >
10 Tips to Celebrate More and Stress Less This Holiday Season
By Good Neighbor Concierge
No other time of the year brings as much excitement and anticipation as the month of December. Holiday decorations are out in full display, the Christmas tree lights are lit, the malls are brimming with people, and the city comes alive with festivities. Indeed, it is the most wonderful time of year but also a time of major stress. Enjoy the spirit of the season by changing the way you approach stress-inducing situations. Set Priorities, but be Flexible. When life Read More >
10 Tips for Decorating a Small Living Room for Christmas
By Good Neighbor Concierge
Small space living in Boston requires creativity when it comes to staying organized and living comfortably. Decorating a small space for Christmas can be a challenge, but you do not need much to make a big impact. Because it is the central meeting place in many homes as well as apartments, the living room can be minimally decorated for the holidays and still dazzle. Read on for tips to help you deliver the Christmas cheer into your small living space. 1) Read More >
5 Things to be Thankful for in 2012
By Good Neighbor Concierge
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and like many people this time of year, we take a step back to reflect on the many blessings in our life and to express gratitude to those we cherish and love. Here are five things we picked that are worth being grateful for this year: 1. Good Health To us, staying in tip-top shape is a priority. That means adequate rest, lots of fresh air, healthy meals, lots of exercise, good stress management and effective ways to cope Read More >
Hurricane Sandy and Personal Storm Season Reflections
By Good Neighbor Concierge
I woke up to the sound of a monster whispering outside my door this morning. She’s never been to Boston before, but today will be the day she makes her presence known in a very profound way. Who is she? Right now, if you live and work on the eastern coast of the United States like I do, you probably know the ‘monster’ I’m referring to. Truth is, I’ve been anticipating Hurricane Sandy and her wrath for days now. I’d be lying if I weren’t anxious to some degree. She Read More >
10 Easy Tips for Securing Your Home While Vacationing
By Good Neighbor Concierge
Going away on vacation during the season of fall certainly has its perks: the crowds are less, the weather is more desirable, and discounts are everywhere and difficult to pass up. Planning the vacation is the easy part. Travel itinerary, hotel, transportation and packing are standard procedures. But have you put any thought into securing your home while away? With the average property loss per burglary estimated at more than $1300, taking a few steps to secure your Read More >
A Boston Personal Assistant’s Story: Transportation Services for Business Travelers
By Good Neighbor Concierge
A personal assistant's role is as varied as the work itself. While most services are hands-on in nature, the work has expanded to include providing transportation services to people and pets to a variety of settings. Lately, some corporate clients have secured transportation services for their employees who frequently travel on business. I had the honor of serving some of them this year. As I sit and write this, summer 2012 has officially ended and I bid farewell to a Read More >
House Sitting Services Cater To Absentee Homeowners’ Needs
By Good Neighbor Concierge
You're packed and ready to go on that extended trip finally, but you're nervous. You know that empty homes are more likely to be burglarized, and nothing says 'Please break and enter here' like a stack of newspapers in the front yard, lights that go on at predictable times, and wilting plants in the window sill. Your homeowner's insurance may not even cover you if you leave your home vacant, or you may be required to purchase costly additional insurance. Headaches are Read More >
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