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In sticking with the season, where memories are being made daily,

here are three great websites that all provide a really cool interface to create your own photo books.

These books are slick and professional and fun. All three of the companies seem to provide a great product and often run killer

specials.

You get dozens of styles to choose from and can customize

the book with captions and journal entries. Today, way too many

pictures are stored on computers and not displayed into photo books. Take the highlights of your pictures and immortalize them this year. You’ll never

regret investing in keepsakes like these.

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For wonderful handmade gifts that are unique and special check

out Etsy. Plus, you will be supporting talented small

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December 2014 - Volume XVIII, Issue 12

Don’t Let Your House Guests Stress You Out This Season…Here’s How You Can Get Ready Now!

‘Tis the season to entertain, and if you have a crowd of people soon invading your home then you have some work to do. Whether it is for a party or an extended stay there are basically 3 areas that you need to tackle before the fun commences.

#1 Clean. You have enough to worry about during the holidays than dealing with making sure the house is spic and span before the company arrives. But at the same time, you want your guests to enjoy your comfortable clean home. You have two choices; you can do it yourself or delegate. And sometimes a combination of both is the best answer. You can start cleaning a week before they arrive and chop your chores down into small tasks. For example, clean bathrooms on Monday, wash bedding on Tuesday, clean floors on Wednesday, clean the kitchen on Thursday, and empty the trash on Friday. It’s much easier to chunk down your chores so you don’t have to spend the whole day cleaning. Or, if it’s in the budget, you can treat yourself to a professional housecleaner the day before company arrives. Of course you’re going to want your carpets cleaned by a professional so everything is sparkling and fresh for the festivities, so be sure to give me a call early in the month.

#2 Stock. With company comes lots of fun and lots of food. It’s always nice to stock up on your guest’s favorite coffee brands and breakfast items. You can pre-bake goodies, and stock your freezer with some dishes you make ahead of time, so you have easy home cooked options. Of course, Costco can be your best friend when you are stocking up for a house full of guests. If you need some help with the extra grocery budget you can usually find great coupons for your favorite grocery stores by following them on Facebook or signing up for their email promotions.

#3 Gift. When the guests arrive it’s nice to greet them with a welcoming gift or a party favor. And this doesn’t have to be a gift that breaks the bank. A thoughtful handmade gift is always appreciated and often more special. You could spend a Saturday afternoon with your kids creating bracelets for your guests, perfecting a signature jam recipe, or decorating picture frames. And, of course, Pinterest.com will give you endless ideas on DIY gifts for your guests.

But the most important thing to remember is you don’t have to be perfect, no one expects you to be Martha Stewart. It’s okay to relax, and just

settle for “it’s good enough”. Enjoy your guests!

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Quotes For December “How did it get so late so soon? Its night before its

afternoon. December is here before its June. My

goodness how the time has flewn.” - Dr. Seuss renowned

author and illustrator of over 40 books for children

“God gave us memory so that we might have roses in

December.” – James M. Barrie, author and creator of

Peter Pan

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5 Easy And Healthy Winter Snack Ideas

Most people agree that it’s hard to keep their weight steady during the holiday season. After all, how can you turn down a second slice of Grandma’s famous “heaven on a plate”? You really don’t have to if you remember that you can keep your weight in

check by sneaking in a little extra exercise and by making healthy choices when you’re away from the holiday table.

1. Popcorn done right. It’s satisfying and packs a nice low calorie punch per cup. Pop it in a small amount of coconut oil and use the butter sparingly to keep it a healthy snack. 2. Waffles and peanut butter. Okay, that doesn’t sound healthy at first, but it can be. There are many whole grain or gluten free waffles on the market that are easy to pop in a toaster. Smear a waffle with a tablespoon of organic PB and you have a very satisfying snack that comes in at less than 200 calories. 3. Grab a bar. With so many delicious, whole food snack bars on the market your choices are almost endless. Brands like Kind and Lara are minimally processed and pack a lot of flavor into them. 4. Hummus with a crunch. A few tablespoons of hummus with a plate of carrots, tomatoes and cucumbers along with a serving of your favorite healthy crackers will keep hunger at bay without the risk of added pounds. 5. Fruit and dip. Take a plate of your favorite fruit and dip it into a serving of a mixture of peanut butter and Greek yogurt and you’ll have a snack that is a delightful treat that feeds the sweet tooth naturally.

Make it easy on yourself by stocking your fridge and pantry with some healthy snacking options that go beyond carrot sticks and celery. Disclaimer: These are just suggestions, I’m not a doctor or health specialist.

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Amber Chibuk said “I am very grateful for everything – the quality of work and professionalism. Everything looks great & the two technicians were wonderful! They were so professional – the best carpet cleaners I have ever had! An outstanding job! I’ll definitely recommend you to people. They went above & beyond and took their time with the cleaning – they also had great attitudes!” Kathi Chosa exclaimed “the cleaning was absolutely wonderful! I cannot thank you enough for coming on such short notice! The technician did a great job & I will only be calling Jensen’s for my carpet cleaning from now on!” Wanda Hansen emailed us to say “I am so pleased with the great job done in getting out the stain in the carpet – looks like new! Your technicians are just exceptional in their quality of work – above & beyond what I ever expected. They were professional and accomplished so much!”

Thank You For The Referrals!

A special thanks to all these fine folks who referred me…… Stephanie Wright, Molly Paider, Peter Platten, Goodletson Management, Barb Machon, Dennis Bushman, Ann & Mike Goevart, Deb Austin, Tom Nockerts, Kathy Olmsted, Kristina Reingier, Lynn Johnson, Jenny Streckenbach, Cindy Woitula, Kathy Glinski, Roger & Dorothy DeGuelle, Micoley & Co and Macco’s Floor Covering Center. Thank you for even more positive comments from… Debbie Lake, Anne Froelich, Ginger Micksch, Rick Wesoloski, Ruth Johnson, Larry Scray, Sam @ Bieck Management, Jamie @ Gallina Management, Curt Evans, Caroline Coots, Kim Conrad, Mike Gallagher, Jeff Morrow, Nick @ Fountain Park, Connie Mueller, Sandra Tilly, Jeff Hintz, Debbie Austin, Linda Jensen, Karen Sarkela, Dann Drews, Jenny VandenPlas, Steve Parmentier, Nicole & Brian Wettermann, Chantal Hammer, Bobbi Olp, Lisa LaPlant, Jeanne Thomas, Linda Boomsma, Lisa Van Remortel, Aaron Schruat, Patty Perrett, Mary Vander Logt, Edward Condit, Jill Cheney, Garnet, Kathy Heraly, Burt Milson, Shelly Brehmer, Richard Peal, Paul DeNoble, Diane Mitchelle, Wendy Hedlund, John DeVillers, Lorie Weeks, Dawn Esterling, Michelle Brown, Larry Phillips, Barbara Krause, Jamie Maus, Richard Nelson, Jessica Seyler, Shirley Bowman, Sharon Paitl, Patti Goin,

Jody Neta, Ruth Slang, and Randy Hoffman.

This is the perfect time of year to curl up on the couch with your family and a bowl of popcorn and watch your favorite movies. Here’s a list of 4 family-friendly movies you might want to add to your list:

My Fair Lady – Audrey Hepburn circa 1964, who can ever get enough of Audrey? You can’t go wrong with almost 3 hours of singing and dancing, gorgeous costumes and sets, lose yourself in an era gone by.

Freaky Friday – I’m talking the Disney flick from 1976. Your kids will love to see the

70’s styles and it’s fun to see a freckle faced Jodie Foster in her young teen years. Parent Trap – Not the 90’s remake, but the 1961 version starring Disney darling Hayley Mills. It’s a throw back to innocence, and the opening credits alone are worth the

watch. State Fair – This is Americana at it’s best.

This 1945 classic will transport you to a generation where gorgeous dresses and

manners ruled the day, and you might even wish your hair could bounce like Jeanne

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December Is National Impaired Driving Month! 5 Tips To Save Lives

Impaired driving goes beyond drunk driving, it’s an umbrella that also covers people who are driving drugged. Impaired driving is a problem that is on the rise. According to www.StopDruggedDriving.com a conservative estimate is 20% of traffic accidents are caused by drugged driving.

December is a great month to raise awareness for impaired driving because of all the holiday parties and road trips. Its the perfect time to remind everyone you love to be on the lookout for impaired drivers and to be sure they don’t ever get behind the wheel impaired.

Here’s how you can support National Impaired Driving month…

#1. Designate a driver. This is something we have heard many times, it’s not a new concept to anyone. But the reason we hear it again and again is, it works. Always designate a driver who will stay sober and drug free.

#2. Support safe driving. Support your loved ones by letting them know they have access to a safe ride when they need it. Drunk, drugged, or both, people need to know they can get a ride and not have to drive.

#3. Report unsafe drivers. If you see an erratic driver or suspect an impaired driver call 911 immediately. Your call could save lives.

#4. Spread the word. Share your support of National Impaired Driving month with all your followers through social media. The more people who you reach, the more people who have the subject at the top of their awareness and the better chances of minimizing the 100% preventable tragedies that impaired driving brings.

#5. Reach out to a victim or a victim’s family. Find a local family who are victims of an impaired driver and see if they need a meal or just send them an encouraging message. You can usually find victims to help and support on www.GoFundMe.com

Have a safe and fun holiday season! For more information and ways to support awareness about impaired driving check out www.MADD.org

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This month’s Mega Trivia Question:

Approximately how many children’s books did Dr. Seuss illustrate and write?

A) Approx. 100 B) Around 20 C) Over 40 D) About 60

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Your new DECEMBER issue has arrived

Time is running out…

There Are Only A Few Appointments Left In Our Schedule Before The Holidays...

Don’t Miss Out On A Pre-Holiday Cleaning...Call Now!

Dear Friend, Hi, it’s Jensen’s Carpet Care & Restoration, your carpet cleaner, reminding you…the countdown has begun. Many of our clients have responded to our reminders about calling us early for pre-holiday carpet cleaning, but if you are one of those people who still need to grab an appointment, waiting much longer can be…

A Real Bummer!

It happens every year, like clockwork. At the eleventh hour we get a desperate phone call from a dear client who has let “clean the carpets before the holiday guests arrive” slip to the bottom of their “to-do list.” Unfortunately, when they call we’re usually already booked solid. That’s when the begging and pleading begins. If only they would have called us sooner, by the time their holiday guests and parties arrived their carpet would have looked…

Brand Spanking New!

Instead of sparkling, healthy, clean carpets before the holidays, this client often finds themselves on our “cancellation list” with their fingers crossed. Please don’t let that be you this year. Don’t worry, at this point, you can still have clean carpets before your guests, parties and festivities commence. You can still have your tired carpets transformed into fluffy, clean carpet. You can still have all your spots and spills removed. (The ones that have been bugging you since last Christmas.) Because…

It’s NOT Too Late Yet.

You still have a little bit of time to call us and grab a pre-holiday cleaning appointment, but only if you call now! So, if you want your carpets to shine for your guests, parties and celebrations please don’t wait one more day….grab your phone right now and call at 920-393-4062 or contact us by e-mail: info@jensenscarpetcare.com Just say or write in the subject line “Pre-Holiday Cleaning Now!”

Before we forget… If you hear of any friends having holiday guests this month please be sure to call and we will give them a FREE room of carpet cleaning in your name! (Up to 200 sq. ft. of carpet. New clients only.) Thanks! P.S. We will send you a $10 Gift Certificate for your referral...so thanks in advance!

You Can Still Grab A Pre-Holiday Cleaning Appointment By Calling Now!

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