The trappings of the holidays add to the festive air and the excitement of the season. However, the amount of post-holiday trash grows every year. Americans throw out 900,000 metric tons of garbage between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day each week! With a little planning, you can still enjoy the season without adding to the mounds of garbage heading to the landfills every January. A few ideas: 1. Invest in a Live Tree It takes from seven to ten years to grow a 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 >
Tips to Cut Costs While Entertaining in Style
By Good Neighbor Concierge
The holiday season is fast approaching. Friends and family will come together to converse, sample some tasty morsels and sip a few libations. The winter chill is quickly forgotten with the warmth of a crackling fireplace and good company. With all the joy that the season brings, one must also consider the financial implications of the holidays. Presents under the tree aren't the only expense. Throwing a great party can be a huge financial burden, but if you plan 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 >
6 Tips for Halloween Party Planning Success
By Good Neighbor Concierge
Planning a Halloween party this year? With a little imagination and lots of preparation, you can throw an unforgettable one. Here are six tips to make it so fun and “scary” your friends will ask you to plan next year’s party too! FOOD Halloween is about candy but you will probably want to feed your guests something besides sugar. Plus there are foods that are just calling out to be part of this holiday! Serve tomato soup, which you can offer as “blood soup.” Read More >
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