Achieving an Energy-Efficient Home: A Guide for Homeowners Welcome, December, with shorter days and cooler weather. I have a love-hate relationship at this time of year. Coming from the state of Illinois, I do appreciate colder weather. I enjoy sweaters, fires in the fireplace, hot chocolate, and

Thanksgiving: Celebrating Gratitude and Family As the leaves turn golden and the chill of late November sets in, a familiar warmth fills our hearts: the Thanksgiving season has arrived! This holiday has always been one of my favorites. As a child, I remember going around the table during Thanksgiv

FOOTBALL: AMERICA'S GAME The American Pastime: My Football Story The anticipation grows for the upcoming weekend. It's the second weekend of high school football and week one of college football. It's in my excitement that I write this Blog. For the record, I LOVE FOOTBALL!! Where did it start for