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National Wear Red Day 2016

National Wear Red Day 2016

Today, February 5th, is National Wear Red Day. Today is a special day in which we bring awareness to women’s heart disease, stroke, and critical research to discover scientific understanding about cardiovascular health.

Heart disease and stroke cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year. Fortunately, 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented with awareness and lifestyle changes.

It is important for all women, to take care of their hearts. It is essential to know the signs of a heart attack and know how to further prevent this from effecting you and your loved ones.

When a heart attack strikes, it doesn’t always feel the same in women as it does in men. Women have more silent symptoms that can go unnoticed.

These six heart attack symptoms are the most common in women:
• Chest pain or discomfort.
• Pain in your arms, back, neck or jaw.
• Stomach pain such as heart burn or a stomach ulcer.
• Shortness of breath, nausea, or lightheadedness.
• Sweating or breaking out into a cold sweat.
• Fatigue.

If you experience one or more of these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.

The American Heart Association encourages everyone to wear red and take action to live longer and healthier lives.

For more information on women’s heart health and ways to keep your heart healthy in every age spectrum, visit https://www.goredforwomen.org/home/live-healthy/prevent-heart-disease/.

You can show off your red attire by posting a picture on all your social media profiles and use the hashtag #GoRed. It’s time to raise awareness and it all starts with you.

Show your support today!

Written by: Amanda Haase

The Legend of Groundhog Day

The Legend of Groundhog Day

Groundhog Day has been a popular tradition in the United States for as long as most of us can remember. It is the day that the Groundhog comes out of his hole to look for his shadow.

If he sees his shadow, he considers it a sign of six more weeks of winter, and returns to his hole. However, if he doesn’t see his shadow, we will expect beautiful spring days ahead.

The groundhog tradition comes from similar beliefs associated Candlemas. This old European theory believes that a sunny Candlemas day would lead the winter to last another six weeks.

Gradually these traditions became associated with other different folklores. The Germans added the belief of an animal (originally a hedgehog). If the hedgehog was frightened by his shadow on Candlemas day, this would predict winter to last another six weeks.

This belief was then brought to America during the 18th Century by German settlers. These settlers then adopted the groundhog as their weather predictor.

Now, each year on February 2nd, we gather for fun events, crafts, stories, and other Groundhog Day celebrations as we await for the weather predictions.

Be sure to visit Long Island’s favorite groundhogs, the Malverne Mel and the Holtsville Hal as they predict what the rest of winter 2016 will have in store for us.

For more Groundhog Day celebrations and events on Long Island, visit http://www.longisland.com/news/01-12-16/groundhog-day-2016-events.html

Written by: Amanda Haase

DIY Home Projects for Cold Winter Days

DIY Home Projects for Cold Winter Days

How have you been spending your winter days? Maybe you’re spending them curled up on the couch reading a book, or watching your favorite TV program? Having a lazy day once in awhile isn’t a bad thing, but if you’re stuck indoors because of the cold, why not turn your lazy day into a “go day”?

Here are some home DIY projects to tackle during these cold winter days:

Do some painting. Cold weather is ideal for drying paint. Redo the color scheme of your bathroom, or add dimension to your living room or bedroom. If you are feeling creative, grab some painter’s tape and create a pattern on your walls.

Change your light bulbs. It can be a bit of an investment, however, going around your home and swapping your old light bulbs with energy efficient bulbs will save you money! Energy Star qualified light bulbs will save you more than $40 in electricity costs over its lifetime.

Install a backsplash to your kitchen’s countertop. A backsplash is a perfect way to spice up the look of your kitchen. If your kitchen is in need of color and life, a flashy or textured tile can spice up a plain scheme. For a more chic look, go with a neutral colored tile.

Give your closet a makeover. If organization is on your list for 2016, start by tackling your closet. There are so many ways to personalize your closet for your needs. Install shelves or purchase an over the door shoe rack to help cut down on clutter. Go through your clothes and donate the items that you no longer wear. This is an excellent way to help others in need while achieving a personal goal.

Do a Home Inventory. Prepare a written list of all your valuable belongings. In the event of a homeowners claim or loss, this list will be at your fingertips and will help expedite the claim process. Aside from preparing a written list, be sure to take detailed pictures of all your items listed in your inventory.

For more information on home inventories, visit: http://www.rmiia.org/homeowners/Walking_Through_Your_Policy/Home_Inventory.asp

These are just a few ideas to help you focus on the inside of your home while the weather is cold. Once spring time rolls around, you can focus your time on the outside!

For more inspirational DIY home projects, visit: http://www.countryliving.com/remodeling-renovation/expert-advice/g997/diy-weekend-home-decor-projects/?slide=1

Written by: Amanda Haase

Tips To Getting Organized

Tips To Getting Organized

The start of a New Year means a start to a new you. If you are striving for a successful New Year along with personal growth, follow these simple and easy tips to help you get organized.

Clean and organize your desk: Go through file cabinets and throw out any torn files and replace them with new ones. Color coordinate your files with different colored folders. (Ex. green for financial papers, purple for clients, red for bills, etc.)

Be like Santa every day of the week: Make your list and check it twice. One of the keys to organization is a to-do list. Make a list every night of all the things you need to accomplish the next day. Do this every night, including the weekends. There is nothing more satisfying than checking off items on your list and revealing what you have accomplished.

Use only one calendar: Avoid using multiple calendars. This will only cause you to forget appointments and important dates. If you’re maintaining more than one person’s schedule, like your children’s, or spouse, use different colored inks to record information for each family member.

Get rid of any office supplies you haven’t used in the past year: It can be hard, but getting rid of clutter and “dust collectors” on your desk will help you not only feel better but it will make your desk look neat. If you are in need of new supplies, donate the old ones and bring in the new ones. Keeping old supplies will only take up valuable space in your work area.

Update your rolodex or address book: Take the time to go through your contact information. Clear out all the cards or names of people you never called last year. Most importantly, make sure that all numbers and emails you have listed are correct.

Get the New Year started off right, and start thinking “out with the old and in with the new”.

This goes for your insurance as well. Maybe you have some concerns about your rates or the way your business is being handled? At C.H. Edwards, Inc., our management and staff take pride in the services we offer our clients. We offer you the best rates and coverage available along with our quality customer service.

So, put shopping for your insurance with C.H. Edwards, Inc., on your to do list. Give us a call at (516) 249-5200 or visit our website at www.chedwards.net.

Written by: Amanda Haase

National Popcorn Day

National Popcorn Day

Many years before movies were around, there was popcorn! Archeologist have made us believe that popcorn is actually a “stone age snack”.

Researchers found 80,000-year-old corn pollen below Mexico City. These corn pollens are exactly the same as modern corn pollen, meaning cave people most likely had popcorn.

The oldest corn pollen ever found was discovered in the “Bat Cave” of central New Mexico. This pollen is believed to be 5,600 years old. Archaeologists have found prehistoric kernels of popcorn that are so well preserved that they can still pop!

In fact, popcorn only became popular to Americans in the 19th century. It became a well-known snack food which is why you can now find it in parks, movie theaters, at sporting events, and even street vendors.

During World War II, when sugar was rationed, Americans were forced to change their snacking habits. Americans were now eating three times as much popcorn as they had before compared to other sugary treats.

Today, the perfect place to eat popcorn is at the movies. Back in the 1930’s and 1940’s, it was the exact same scenario. However, when television took off in the 1950s, popcorn sales dropped for a while.

Americans now consume more popcorn than could fill the Empire State Building. That is more than fifty popped quarts per person, per year. That’s a lot of popcorn!

Celebrate National Popcorn Day, today, and get popping.

Written By: Amanda Haase

This Summer Stay Cool in a Safe Way !

Summer is vastly approaching and the temperature outside is rising. The pool can be a refreshing way to cool down in the heat. Before jumping in, make sure everyone is aware of conscious pool safety:

  • Installation of self-gating/latching gates and appropriate barriers around the pool.
  • Adult supervision is needed when children of a young age are in the pool.
  • Make sure no one swims alone.
  • Have life-saving equipment easy accessible and nearby.
  • Check pool’s anti-entrapment drain covers
  • Maintain proper chemical levels, circulation, and filtration.
  • Test and adjust PH levels as needed to minimize the risk of earaches, rashes, and other serious diseases.
  • Enforce around the pool rules: “No Diving”, “No Running”, and “Swim with a buddy”.
  • Keep pool area clear of glass bottles, toys or potential accident hazards.
  • Enroll children into Safety Swim Programs with appropriate age group.
  • Keep all electrical devices away from the pool.

About 43,000 people are injured in and around a swimming pool and more than 600 people drown in home pools due to the lack of supervision that is needed. Beat the heat and stay cool the safe way.

Your friends at C.H. Edwards, Inc. wish you a safe and happy summer swimming season !

 

Memorial Day Weekend BBQ Safety

Memorial Day Weekend BBQ Safety

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Memorial Day represents the traditional start of the outdoor cooking season. This is the time of year that sends thousands of people to the store for charcoal, filling propane tanks and dreaming of a great cookout. But, a grill placed too close to anything that could potentially catch on fire is a hazard.

Follow a few of these simple tips and you will be on the way to safe grilling this weekend!

  • Keep your grill clean by removing grease or fat buildup from the grill and the tray below the grill
  • Never leave your grill unattended. Keep children and pets at least three feet away from the grill area.
  • Food Safety: make sure meat is cooked and stored properly.
  • Keep your grill placed away from the home, deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging branches.
  • Never leave your grill unattended
  • If using charcoal, let the coals cool down completely before disposing them in a metal container.
  • If using propane, check the gas tank hose for leaks before using it for the first time each year
  • If you smell gas while cooking, immediately get away from the grill.
  • If the flames go out, turn the grill and gas off and wait at least 15 minutes before re-lighting it.