We’ve all heard that COVID infection rates are surging, even with many of us getting booster shots. And there’s always the annual flu bug floating around. With that in mind, here’s a recipe for a cool and deliciously fruity treat to shield your body and nourish your soul!
A client who recently bought a single family home got a rude awakening when they found out the plumbing connecting their house to the sewer line had been impacted by tree roots and sprung a leak. The good news was they caught the leak before it spread into their home. We connected our client with a top-notch plumbing crew to clean up the mess, but it was still an unexpected cost, and the problem could just as easily have gone unnoticed until it was too late and our client was faced with a very stinky situation.
If you’re looking at a house that’s at least 50 years old, it likely has galvanized pipes that are in need of an upgrade. This is something that could easily evade an inspection, and if the plumbing hasn’t been used for a few months, there could be a backup brewing. In a competitive Bay Area market, it’s hard to expect a seller to invest in an expensive upgrade. That’s why it’s a good idea for a homebuyer to put some money aside in your budget to do the upgrade yourself after you acquire the property.
If you live in Mountain View, you’ve probably received a notice like this one. It’s hard to make sacrifices when it comes to basic comforts like water, but we all need to do our part. I just hope we don’t have to give up hot water showers and our jacuzzi!
Please share any similar notices you’ve received in your neighborhood.
I’m going simple with my resolutions for 2022. First, I’m going to drink a cup of water as soon as I wake up to get started on my daily hydration and give my gut a wash before the day begins. I’m also going to train myself to sit up straight when I’m working on my computer. I have a tendency to hunch over, and it’s not good for my back. Speaking of which, I’m also going to stretch every morning to work out all the kinks!
Sticking with the practical theme, I’m going to do my best to put my phone down while we’re eating dinner. Pearl and I are both guilty of this, and I’m sure a lot of you are, too! Quality time is one of the most important elements of a healthy marriage. So couples should take every opportunity to connect, even if it’s only for a few minutes each day. Just like any other resolution, once you get into the habit, it’s not that hard to keep up!
How about you? What’s your New Year’s resolution? Share it with us in an email, and we’ll send you a bag of our signature Chic ‘n’ the Geek holiday roast coffee beans!
Bora is ready for her close up!
Cheers!
