DO TIRES HAVE AN EXPIRATION DATE?

Have you ever wondered if tires have an expiration date? If you

have, and since it’s not really a regular conversation item; chances are that you have concluded that tires don’t have one. However, the truth is

that they do.

There comes a point when you should replace your car tires, even if

they don’t look worn out. Simply, because they have been around too

long and become unsafe.

If you aren’t sure how old your tires are or when they were

manufactured…take a glance at the side of the tire. You should see a

series of digits and alphabets. Just look at the last four digits. The first

two digits represent the week they were manufactured and the last two digits represent the year.

For an example: 2114 would mean that your tire was manufactured

in the 21st week of 2014. As a rule of thumb, experts have recommended

that you should think about replacing tires that were manufactured more

than 6 years ago. This will help to keep you and your loved ones safe

while traveling in your vehicle.

TIME FOR A LITTLE FUN IN THE SUN

While everyone is getting blasted by snow and blizzards, wishing

they were here; us Floridians can enjoy the many perks of living in

the sunshine state. Here are just a few ideas for having fun in the sun during the winter months:

1. Take a walk along the amazing beaches

2. Head to Universal Studios

3. Enjoy a fun filled day at Disney World

4. Watch the incredible sunrise and sunsets

5. Check out the Venetian Pool

Keeping Your Mind in Tip-Top Shape…Not Just Your Car!

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January 2015

January Events Jan 1: New Year’s Day

Jan 3: Festival of Sleep Day

Jan 6: Epiphany

Jan 8: Elvis’ Birthday

Jan 10: Houseplant Appreciation Day

Jan 14: Dress Up Your Pet Day

Jan 15: National Hat Day

Jan 19: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Jan 23: National Pie Day

Jan 29: National Puzzle Day

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The Funny Bone Those Darn Office Machines

A young executive was leaving

the office at 6 PM when he

found the CEO standing in

front of a shredder with a piece

of paper in his hand.

"Listen," said the CEO, "this is

a very sensitive and important

document, and my secretary

has left. Can you make this

thing work?"

"Certainly," said the young

executive. He turned the

machine on, inserted the paper,

and pressed the start button.

"Excellent, excellent!" said the

CEO as his paper disappeared

inside the machine. "I just need

one copy."

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Quick & Easy Goulash

This is a quick and easy meal. Serve it up with a salad and loaf of bread…delish!

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 onion, chopped

2 (29 ounce) cans tomato sauce, spaghetti sauce, or salsa

1 (16 ounce) package macaroni

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.

2. In a Dutch oven, brown ground beef over medium heat. Add chopped

onion, and cook until onion is soft. Add green pepper and tomato sauce;

cook until pepper is soft.

3. Serve sauce over pasta. Enjoy!

Kick it up a notch…add green chilies, garlic, your favorite spices, Tabasco sauce, and

sprinkle parmesan cheese on top. The sky is the limit…let your imagination soar!

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depends on the positive comments

and referrals from people just like

you. Every month we take a moment to thank the client who has sent us

the greatest number of referrals over

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Client of the Month Each month, we are thrilled to select one special client who has touched

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of us. Thank you to this month’s Client of the Month! Thank you for

your support of our business and we

look forward to seeing you soon! This month’s

Client of the Month is

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How To Get Rid of Your Christmas Tree? The holiday season is coming to a close, leaving you with a dried up, needle-

dropping, prickly mess. Check out these ideas…

Many communities have a Boy Scout troop that picks up trees for

donations. Give them a call.

Check with your local recycling facility to see if your community offers free pickups.

Turn it into mulch and make the holidays a wonderful addition to your

spring garden.

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Here is this month’s trivia question:

Which is NOT a way to stay active in winter?

A. Have a snowball fight B. Sign up for a new class or sport

C. Be a couch potato and use the remote

D. Be a kid and play

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Things To Purchase After The Holidays

So, you didn’t get what you wanted for the holidays. No worries, we have some very good news for you. There are many items that are best purchased

after the holidays and tend to be cheaper when you wait.

If owning the most up-to-date technology isn’t a top priority, then wait till

the Back-to-School season to purchase a laptop. Many retailers need to make room for their new inventory and will discount older models.

The biggest electronic trade shows of the year happen in January and

February. That will give way to older camera models being sold at discounts of 30% or more near President’s Day weekend.

Since it’s cold outside and the riding season dwindles down, bicycles are

ripe for discounts after the holiday rush and retailers typically will throw in

extra accessories to entice consumers’ business. If you’re interested in buying a used car…April will hold the best deals for

you. Dealers tend to buy the most cars at auction during this month. So,

not only will it give you a great price to shop, but the best selection as well.

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Helping Your Houseplants Survive the Winter

Plants growth rate is significantly slower during the winter months. Here

are a few suggestions to help them survive the cold, winter months:

They do not require as much water. Put your finger in the soil about

1 inch down. If it feels dry, give it a good soaking. Be sure to use

lukewarm water.

The angle of the sun changes during the winter months. You might

want to place your plants near a different window for the season and

rotate your plants regularly. This will help make sure they receive

light evenly on all sides.

Fertilization is not necessary during the winter. Withhold food until

next spring when the days are longer and the sun is stronger.

Use a damp cloth and wipe the leaves to get rid of any dust. This

will unclog the pores and allow them to absorb essential nutrients.

Frequently mist your plants. Houseplants prefer a level of 40-50%

humidity. During the winter, our heated homes tend to only be at

10-20%.

“The greatest good you can do for another is not just

share your riches, but reveal to them their own.”

~ Benjamin Disraeli

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IN THIS ISSUE

Do Tires Have An Expiration Date Time For A Little Fun In The Sun

Quick & Easy Goulash How To Get Rid of Your Christmas Tree

Helping Your Plants Survive Winter Things To Purchase After The Holidays

Win The Grand Prize January Events

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