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May 2023
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"Insider Tips For Healthy, Wealthy & Happy Living..."
Pollution can harm our health and well-being, causing breathing problems like asthma, skin issues such as psoriasis, a weakened immune system, and high blood pressure. Pollution exposure has even been linked to cancer and heart disease.
While we can’t always escape exposure to pollutants, we may be able to help reduce its effects. Foods rich in antioxidants may help prevent and even reverse cell damage caused by contaminants. Try including these in your diet:
- Green tea: this excellent tea contains a chemical called polyphenol, which has been shown to counteract the effects of environmental pollutants like pesticides and smoke. Aim for 2-3 cups per day.
- Fruits and vegetables: kiwis, citrus, spinach, berries, broccoli, kale, and tomatoes are all packed with Vitamin C, which is excellent for boosting immunity, reducing the rate of cardiovascular disease, and improving asthma. Aim for 1 ½ to 2 cups of fruit and 2 to 3 cups of vegetables per day.
- Fish oil: fatty fish — like mackerel and salmon — contain Omega-3 fatty acids, which are not only great for your brain, lung, and heart health but also combat the effects of air pollution. Aim for 2-3 servings of fatty fish a week.
- High-fiber foods: cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, kale, brussels sprouts, bok choy, and cabbage are high in the compound sulforaphane, which supports the liver in detoxing harmful pollutants from your body. The fiber in these vegetables helps limit the body’s absorption of toxins and helps to expel them. Aim for 2 cups a day.
Aim to buy organic produce to limit exposure to synthetic chemicals like herbicides or fertilizer wherever possible.
Wash your produce with a fruit and vegetable wash before eating to rinse off lingering pesticides, as well as reducing bacteria picked up throughout the produce processing cycle. You can make your own rinse with 1 part white vinegar and 4 parts water.
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Word of the Month…
Studies have shown your income and wealth are directly related to the size and depth of your vocabulary. Here is this month’s word so that you can impress your friends (and maybe even fatten your wallet!)…
Northpaw (north-paw) noun
Meaning: A right-handed person, usually used to refer to an athlete.
Sample Sentence: That boxer has a sharp northpaw jab.
Have A Laugh
How would you like to hear a construction joke?
Sorry, I’m still working on it!
Homemade Fruit Fly Traps
Save yourself the cash and make your just-as-effective homemade fruit fly traps:
- Find an unused glass jar or plastic container, like an old water bottle.
- Add a few drops of dish soap, a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, and a tablespoon of sugar.
- If using a bottle, drill a few holes in the lid, or — if using a jar — add plastic wrap over the top of the jar and poke a few holes in the top with a pin.
- Watch those annoying flies collect in the bottom of the jar!
Quotes To Live By…
“Good health is not something we can buy. However, it can be an extremely valuable savings account.”
–Anne Wilson Schaef, Author
“At times, our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.”
–Albert Schweitzer, Doctor & Philosopher
“It isn’t enough to talk about peace. One must believe in it. One must work at it.” –Eleanor Roosevelt, the
longest-serving First Lady
First, what exactly IS credit monitoring? Monitoring your credit means keeping track of changes on your credit report (like new lines of credit or balances). The three leading credit agencies, TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax, monitor your credit, and you can get your credit report once per year for free from each of them at: annualcreditreport.com. However, if you want to check your report more than once per year, regular monitoring of your credit can help you discover problems earlier to prevent identity theft and work on improving your credit score. Websites like creditkarma.com or wallethub.com are free to join, and they can alert you to changes in your score when a new line of credit has been opened and may provide tips to help you improve your credit score.
So why would you pay to monitor your credit when you can access your credit report for free? Credit monitoring companies that charge monthly fees — like Identity Guard, IdentityIQ, or LifeLock, will usually provide more current information on any changes on your report, send you alerts by text or email when changes occur, and some companies may even investigate suspicious activity for you. They also usually don’t sell your data, like some of the free companies may. If privacy is important to you and you want to actively monitor your report, it might be worth it to pay for a service. Also, check with your credit card company–some offer free credit monitoring as a benefit.
Cyberbullying – bullying online or through social media apps —is becoming more prevalent. Here are some signs to watch out for and what to do if you think it’s happening with your kid(s):
- Look for warning signs such as increased device/social media use, hiding device use in your presence, emotional responses after using a device (sadness, anger), avoidance of social situations that they once enjoyed, and abrupt changes to their social media profiles.
- Tips to combat cyberbullying: keep device use limited to common areas of the home, talk with your kids about bullying and what it may look like on social media, provide support so they know they can come to you, don’t overreact or remove their device and instead talk through possible solutions to empower them, document the bullying by taking screenshots of the bullying and keeping a record of what happened, inform school administrators if bullying is coming from classmates, and if there is a potential threat to safety, take the documentation to law enforcement. Lastly, provide reassurance and support to your child while you navigate this challenge together.
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Brain Teaser…
When I am occupied, I can provide protection. But when I am empty, I cannot move on my own and protect no one. And I’m often ignored for months at a time. What am I?
(See page 4 for the answer.)
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Did You Know?
The fastest gust of wind ever recorded reached a whopping 253 miles an hour. A weather station measured the gust during a tropical cyclone named Olivia that hit Barrow Island, Australia, in 1996.
Top AI Websites
AI (artificial intelligence) is the latest technology trend that is supposed to help minimize our time on tasks, research, and even writing! Check out:
openai.com – uses an interactive AI model that answers questions, admits when it’s wrong, and has boundaries for inappropriate requests. Ask questions like, “When do I need a new hot water tank” or “Summarize the book XYZ.”
letsenhance.io – automatically enhances images, improving their resolution, tone, and texture, no matter how old the image is. It also can generate AI art.
thing-translator.appspot.com – This website allows you to photograph an item and translate it into the local language where you are traveling. Take a photo of bread and ask the translator to give you the French word next time you're in France!
How To Write A Great
Thank-You Note
Whether you’re sending an email follow-up for a job interview or thanking a relative for a Christmas gift, there’s an art to the thank-you note. It shows that you’ve gone out of your way to show appreciation. In an age where communication is instantaneous, it can be challenging to know when to send an email, text, or make an effort to write a handwritten card and what to say. Here are some general guidelines:
- Emails: it’s most appropriate to send an email in a professional scenario —such as sending a note following a job interview —to remind them of your interest and to thank the interviewer for their time. It shows you are interested and that you follow through. However, if you attended a formal event, it may be worth making the extra effort to thank the hosts in writing.
- Text messages: sending a text is for informal situations, like thanking friends and family for visiting or for suggestions they’ve provided. Also, a text when you’re using a gift, maybe with a photo attached, is a great way to show the sender that you appreciate their gift and are getting use out of it (think a picture of the baby in the new clothes Grandma sent).
- Writing a handwritten note: thank-you cards these days are more commonly sent as a follow-up to a wedding; to thank friends and family for their thoughtful gifts; to the host of a charity event or dinner; after someone has written a letter of recommendation on your behalf; to thank friends for hosting a dinner party; or to mark a significant life-change or anniversary.
- What to say in your note: if writing a handwritten note, bear in mind it doesn’t need to be an essay but do be specific and mail it promptly. Tell them what you are thanking them for — if it was for a gift, mention how you plan to use it — how it made you feel, and how much you appreciate their efforts. If marking a significant life change, your note can offer support and encouragement while at the same time acknowledging the transition or change they are experiencing. In an age when we’re all busy, sending a note shows kindness and appreciation for your relationship.
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Brain Teaser Answer:
A glove
Seasonal Maintenance
Stick this checklist to your fridge:
Fall: clear leaves and debris from yard/gutters, check the fireplace for cracks, service furnace, seal caulking on windows, and inspect the roof for damage.
Winter: Clean and store outdoor furniture; remove your snow blower or shovel. Add faucet covers to your outdoor faucets to protect them from frost; turn off the outdoor water supply to prevent damage to your pipes.
Spring: clean windows, power wash deck, and walkways, have the dryer vent checked for lint, check the windows for rot and caulking, service your water heater, and fertilize outdoor plants and lawn.
Summer: refinish the deck, maintain the garden, fix paving, and replace outdoor faucets if needed.
THANK YOU for reading Rudy Perkins Realty, my
newsletter. I wanted to produce a newsletter with great content that is fun and valuable to you. Your constructive feedback is always welcome.
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RUDOLPH PERKINS
Rudy Perkins Realty
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Disclaimer: The information contained in this letter is intended for informational purposes. It should not substitute as legal, accounting, investment, medical or other professional services advice. Always seek a competent professional for answers to your specific questions. This letter is not intended to solicit real estate properties currently for sale.
Q: What are the top three things I must do to sell my home?
A: Here’s a list of essential things you’ll need to do:
- Set a realistic price. Over-priced homes can linger on the market for months, while homes priced correctly usually sell faster and for the most money possible. Look at recent listings in your area and their actual sales prices, and visit homes for sale in the neighborhood before deciding on a price.
- Get your home ready to show. Clear out the clutter, freshen the paint, and clean up landscaping. Remember, buyers notice everything!
- Review the promotional plan of a Home Marketing Expert. An experienced REALTOR® can help you sell quickly by advertising your home in more ways than simply creating an MLS description. Plus, they can help you avoid costly mistakes on contracts and disclosures required by law to sell real estate.
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A $50.00 Gift Certificate?"
Then be the first person to answer this month's Trivia Question correctly.
Last month's trivia question and answer.
What award-winning actress was nominated for a "Worst New Star" Golden Raspberry for her first feature film role?
a) Helen Mirren b) Kristin Scott Thomas c)
Maggie Smith d) Judy Dench?
The answer is b) Kristin Scott Thomas. She was cast as the romantic lead in Prince's 1986 film, "Under the Cherry Moon," at age 26. The film flopped with critics, winning five Golden Raspberry Awards in 1986. So let's move on to this month's trivia question.
What is the smallest country in the world?
a) Ireland b) Vatican City c) The Maldives d) Saint Kitts and Nevis
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