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September/October, 2008

Your Money . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 2Tips and advice on handling your money

Fashion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 3

Recipies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 4,12Recipes and healthy living

Home and Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 6Tips, news and advice

Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 7Pet tip of the month

Feature Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 5, 8 & 9

Parenting/Automotive . . . . . . . . . . . .page 10

Your Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 11Health issues and related articles

Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 13

Important Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 13

Month Market Reports . . . . . . . . . .page 13

Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 14Prepare for the Ultimate Vacation!

Kids Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 14Games, jokes and fascinating facts!

Out Of Town Properties . . . . . . . . . .page 15Selected homes across North America

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by Katharine SwamFor most people, it is merely

a blip on their radar: the homethat sells lightning-fast, despitethe media's dire predictions forthe housing market.

"In June, I placed a home onthe market and had a contractwithin a week," says MichaelBurke, a luxury real estate expertin Southwest Florida. Thesecases usually come and go soquickly that few people noticethe property was even for sale.Now, however, people arebeginning to sit up and takenotice -- wondering why somehomes, in a supposedly poorhousing market, are selling soquickly.

The truth is simpler than you

might think: These properties aresimply priced better than the restof those on the market. "In abuyer's market, the homes in thelower 20 percent of the pricingscheme are the ones that generatethe most interest," Burke says."The more showings, the betterthe odds that someone will makean offer."

By the same token, thehomes priced in the top tiers aretypically overlooked. Fewerinterest and fewer showingsmean that these homes take farlonger to sell. "These sellers areperceived as not being realistic,"Burke says.

One way to ensure that yourhome is priced competitively is,of course, to take a closer look at

the competition. Expertssuggest attending open housesand making appointments to seeother homes for sale in yourneighborhood and price range.Sellers should also review thedetails of closed sales withintheir community, whichindicates market value. This canhelp you decide whether your

home is truly priced to sell. In addition, seeing how your

home measures up against thecompetition can show you thestrengths of the property. "If youknow you have a better locationand upgrades, it usually helps inthe negotiation of an offer," saysBurke.

Cold, hard numbers alsoprovide a useful method forcomparing your house to thecompetition. Burke offers hisMonthly Market Report as areference point for sellers onwhere the housing market standsin their neighborhood. "I am afirm believer that numbers donot lie, so it helps the clients seethings in black and white," hesays.

Finally, a resource thatmany agents and sellers leaveuntapped is feedback frompotential buyers and their agents."Because the market sometimeschanges from month to month,we have to pay attention to thefeedback I receive fromprospective buyers and other realestate professionals," Burkesays. He has set up a system forgathering and organizing thisinformation: His Elite HomeFeedback System follows upwith potential buyers and theiragents after every showing,requesting comments andanswers to a short questionnairethat can provide valuableinformation regarding the

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It was the physicist Rosalyn S.Yalow who said, "Theexcitement of learning separatesyouth from old age. As long asyou're learning you're not old." The back-to-school movementfor older Americans is aninteresting one, but it goesbeyond purely financialconsiderations. It makes sense todiscuss your ideas with a taxprofessional and a financialexpert such as a CERTIFIEDFINANCIAL PLANNER™professional before you make amove:

Do you really need thedegree?

Depending on the field,many employers will look at anexperienced worker and taketheir particular work and life

accomplishments intoconsideration when hiring. AnMBA or other advanced degreemay be personally fulfilling, butyou have to consider whetheryour future plans really require itand whether the degree will payfor itself in the end in salary,opportunity or both.

Are you planning to attendschool while working or willyou take time off?

Going for an aggressivedegree program while workingfull-time can be financially,mentally and physicallydraining. Obviously, if you planto take a sabbatical and go toschool full-time, that's a morecomplex set of financial issuesyou need to consider well inadvance, and you should get helpplanning for it. Beyond finance,you need to be prepared for thedemands of school on your timewith family, friends and yourpersonal relaxation. Time is anopportunity cost you can't getback.

Check your qualificationsfor federal and state tax credits:

Both the federal HopeCredit and the Lifetime LearningCredit are among options youmay consider to help cushion the

tuition blow if you qualify -discuss these credits and otherways to afford college with yourtax expert as well as yourplanner.

How prepared are you totake on debt?

It would be wonderful topay cash for a college degree,and with time and planning youmight be able to do it. But if youneed to take out debt to pay foryour coursework, make sureyour credit cards and other debtare paid off first. You'll putyourself in the best position toafford any student debt you takeon.

Will your company pay? Take advantage of every

educational break you can takebefore you leave your company.If they require you to stay acertain amount of time afterattaining your degree, work thatinto your plan.

Check scholarships andgrants:

See if there are sources ofgrants and scholarships not onlyin your community, but alsowithin your industry. Go onlineand do a general search for suchaid.

How's your retirement and

health plan?It might seem like a good

idea to raid the retirement planor milk the home equity to goback to school; you need toresearch whether that makessense for you. Despite yourcurrent energy anddetermination, no one has aguarantee of perfect healththrough the last half or third oftheir lives. You can't foregoretirement or healthcareplanning simply because youneed the money for school.

Consider a functionaldegree.

All sorts of colleges - eventhe nation's most prestigiousschools - are consideringabbreviated graduate and post-graduate programs that givestudents exactly the amount ofeducation to upgrade their skillsand head back into theworkforce. If one year of collegewill do, why pay for three orfour?

Are your school choicesfriendly to older students?

It's your money. Make sureyou're attending an institutionthat considers its older studentsa valuable addition to its campusand makes you welcome.

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(NUI) - Americans across thecountry have noticed that whenit comes to groceries and gas,their money purchases less.

The amount of money thatused to purchase two gallons ofmilk now purchases one. Gasprices have almost doubled,

increasing costs for thoseworkers with long commutes.Americans find themselvesrebudgeting, though theirincome remains stable.

But with a little financialsavvy, Americans can stretchtheir dollars. Simple changes,

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cereals, clipping coupons orbuying dried goods in bulkcan save money at thegrocery store. Keeping tiresproperly inflated anddriving the speed limit canhelp increase vehicles'fuel efficiency, leading tolower costs at the gaspump.

The best way to make adollar more valuable?

Save it. In planning forretirement and future expenses,Americans can turn their dollarsinto considerable nest eggs.

Financial advisors andcolumnists agree saving smallamounts of money soonerresults in larger net yields thansaving more later in life. At age25, someone saving 2,500

dollars a year in an individualretirement account (IRA) with 6percent interest will save$437,376 by age 65. Someonestarting to save at age 35 willhave to put away $4,865 eachyear to make the same amountby age 65.

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Users specify the amount ofmoney they want to contributeto a regular account or RothIRA. Save252 automaticallywithdraws that amount fromusers' checking accounts, thentransfers the funds. Customersremain in complete control oftheir savings they can, at anytime, change the amount ofmoney they want to save, or theycan stop payments.

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(NUI) - High-heeled shoes canmake a woman feel beautiful,confident, sexy and powerful.They can also cause pain,deformities and a lifetime ofdamage to the feet.

Doctors with the AmericanCollege of Foot and AnkleSurgeons realize that mostwomen won't chuck their JimmyChoos for sensible sneakers. Butsurgeons say women can reducetheir risks for foot problems,including surgery, by followingthree recommendations: Avoidshoes with pointed toes, avoidheels taller than two inches andrecognize foot pain as a warningsign.

High-heeled shoes crowdtoes, force the body's weightonto the ball of the foot anddisrupt body alignment.Potential consequences:• Bunions. High heels do not

cause bunions. Most womenwho develop bunions can

blame their ancestors forpassing down a faulty footstructure. But over time,wearing pointed-toe highheels can make bunionsworse. Only surgery cancorrect this often painfuldeformity.

• Hammertoes. High-heeledshoes that crowd the toestogether can contribute tohammertoes. This deformityoccurs when smaller toesbecome bent, like a claw.This can cause constant shoefriction, leading to painfulcorns. Severe hammertoesmay require surgery torelieve pain.

• Corns. Corns usually formfrom repeated pressure on theskin. Women with footdeformities, such ashammertoes, often sufferfrom corns because the topsof the bent toes rub againstshoes.

• Haglund's deformity, or"pump bump." Pump-styleshoes often cause significantpain by irritating a bonydeformity some women haveon the back of their heel,called a "pump bump." Thisproblem is common in youngwomen who wear high heelsalmost every day. In manycases, it can lead to blisters,bursitis or Achillestendonitis.

• Neuromas. Pointed-toe andhigh-heeled shoes are theleading causes of painfulneuromas in women. High-heeled shoes may force toesinto the toe box, which cancompress and swell nerves inthe foot. Without treatment, aneuroma can lead topermanent nerve damage,making it difficult to walkwithout severe, shootingpain.

• Back pain. That old song,

"The leg bone's connected tothe thigh bone...The thighbone's connected to the hipbone..." tells the whole story.Wearing high heels disruptsankle, knee, hip and lowerback alignment.

Most foot surgery patientsare women. But not all high-heel foot problems requiresurgery. Successful non-surgicaltreatments can include changesin shoe wear, padding, orthoticsand pain medications.

In Women's Shoes, Pain Does Not Equal Gain

(NUI) - Have you heard theexpression, "There are notenough hours in the day?" Withminutes becoming increasinglymore precious with each day thatpasses, now is the perfectopportunity to consider time, andmore importantly, how you tellit. If you're like many people,you know the right watch is theultimate power accessory, andyou want a timepiece that showsthe world exactly what you'remade of.

According to a nationalsurvey, there are several keypoints to keep in mind whenbuying a luxury watch,including:• Swiss made:

Today, watches are producedin a myriad of countriesworldwide. However, whenyou invest in a timepiecefrom Switzerland, you'repurchasing a piece oftradition. The Swiss haveexcelled in the art ofwatchmaking for more than acentury, and Swiss-madewatches boast unparalleledcraftsmanship, quality and arich history.

• Versatility:Look for a timepiece thatcomplements your busylifestyle, and can transitionseamlessly from a morningrun to the boardroom to acasual weekend.

• Features:In this age of technology andinnovation, watches do morethan simply tell time. Manyhigh-end timepieces have asecond time zone, alarms,perpetual calendar and otheruseful functions.

A favorite of golf championTiger Woods, TAG Heuer'sAquaracer Chronotimer withmulti-functional digital andanalog time takes the luxurytimepiece to an elevated level.Accurate to oneone-hundredth of asecond, thechronograph has abacklit dial thatfeatures an analogtime display withcentral hour,minute and secondhands along with adigital read-outthat goes beyondjust gadgetry.

T h eC h r o n o t i m e r ' so v e r s i z e dc o u n t d o w nfunction enableswearers to timeeverything fromthe last fewseconds of aregatta to therhythm of a workout routine. Analarm and dual

time zone setting comes in handyduring business travel or drivingtrips, while a perpetual calendareliminates the need to constantlyre-set the date.

This oversized, elegantwatch is available on a stainlesssteel bracelet or black rubberstrap, both with a black or new,bright yellow dial. If you haveany questions about theAquaracer Chronotimer or otherTAG Heuer products, pleasevisit www.tagheuer.com.

Tips to Consider When Purchasing Your Next Timepiece


Chili Lime CodServes 2

1 8 to 12 oz Cod Fillet, about 1/2 in thick, cut in half or 2 6 oz Cod Tenderloins, about 1 in thick

2 tbsp Lime juice, freshly squeezed 2 tbsp Butter, melted 1/4 tsp Salt1 tbsp Parsley, chopped fresh 1 tsp Vegetable Oil

1/2 tsp Chili Powder 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder Pinch Cayenne Pepper (about 1/16 tsp)

Remove the stems from the mushrooms and finely chop. In a medium bowl, combinechopped stems, bread crumbs, mozzarella cheese, garlic, olives, tomatoes, artichokes,onion, mayonnaise and oregano; mix well. Brush oil on outside of mushroom caps.Spoon filling evenly into caps, mounding as necessary and place in shallow bakingpan. Sprinkle parmesan on top. Bake in 425°F oven for 15-20 minutes or untilmushrooms are heated through.

Serves 4 (or 8 appetizers)8 Large Jumbo or Stuffer fresh Mushrooms

1/2 cup Bread Crumbs, fresh 1/4 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded

2 Garlic Cloves, finely minced 4 Black Olives, finely chopped and pitted

2 tbsp Sun-dried Tomatoes in oil, finely chopped 2 tbsp Artichoke Hearts, finely chopped marinated 2 tbsp Green or Sweet Onion, finely chopped 2 tbsp Light Mayonnaise

1/2 tsp Dried Oregano or Basil 1/4 cup Olive Oil

1 tbsp Parmesan Cheese, grated

Italian Stuffed Mushrooms

In a small bowl prepare rub with the vegetable oil, chili powder, garlicpowder, salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Spoon the rub on top of cod, spreading evenly. If needed, tuck any thinparts of fillet underneath for even cooking.

Put prepared cod in a large Ziploc Zip `n Steam microwave steamcooking bag, placing thicker portions toward outer edge of bag. Seal bag andplace in microwave.

Cook on full power for 3 1/2 to 4 minutes or until cod is cooked throughand flakes easily. Use 3 1/2 minutes for 1/2 in thick pieces and 4 minutes for1 in thick pieces. If needed, continue microwaving at 30 second intervals untilcod is done.

Allow bag to stand 1 minute before handling. Carefully open bag. Usespatula to remove cod from bag.

Spoon 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice over cod. Garnish with 1 tbspchopped fresh parsley and serve with 2 tbsp melted butter, if desired.

Gingery Plum Tart with Potato PastryServes 8-10

Pastry:2 cups All-purpose Flour 3 tbsp Granulated Sugar

3/4 cup Butter, cubed 1/3 cup Potatoes, mashed and cooled

1 Egg, beaten

In large bowl, combine flour and sugar. Using pastry cutter or fingers cut in butter until coarse crumbs form.Add potato and mix until well combined. Drizzle egg over top and toss until moistened. Scrape onto well-floured surface and knead gently to form soft dough. Shape into disc and wrap with plastic wrap; refrigeratefor 30 minutes or until chilled.

Roll out dough on floured parchment paper into 14-inch circle. Place on cookie sheet or inverted baking sheet.

Filling: In bowl, combine sugar, flour and ginger. Spread half over bottom of pastry leaving 2-inch borderaround edge. Place plums cut side up over top and sprinkle with crystallized ginger and remaining sugarmixture. Fold up pastry to make border around plums. Brush pastry with butter and sprinkle with coarse sugar.Bake in 400°F oven 40 minutes or until pastry is golden and fruit is tender and bubbly. Let cool before serving.

Filling: 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar 1/4 cup All-purpose Flour 1/2 tsp Ground Ginger

1-1/2 lbs Ripe Black Plums (about 7), quartered 1/4 cup Ginger, chopped crystallized

1 tbsp Butter, melted 2 tsp Sugar, coarse

RecipesRecipesMore Recipes on Page 12More Recipes on Page 12

Competitive Pricing Encourages Stronger Sales in Real Estatecontinued from page 1

home's features and price."This has been an awesome tool that

helps me keep homes priced correctly,"Burke says. "It also helps me keep sellersin the communication loop in regards totheir showings."

Despite evidence that the mostcompetitively priced homes sell thefastest, many homes currently on themarket are priced far higher than theyshould be. Only part of this is due tosellers being unwilling to come down inprice - many real estate agents contributeto the problem by ignoring market trends,or permitting sellers to price their homestoo high regardless.

"Some Realtors need listings and will

take them at any price," Burke warns. Incontrast, he views the relationshipbetween him and his clients somewhatdifferently: "I provide a professionalservice that actually saves my clientsmoney in the long run. I help them bygiving my professional advice on how toprice their home."

According to Burke, value is the mostimportant thing to consider when pricinga home, as it instills buyer confidence. "Ifthe buyers feel like they are truly getting agood deal, they can feel good aboutmaking an offer," he says. For moreinformation, contact Michael Burke @239-777-0473 [email protected]

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Closing Up YourVacation Home

(NUI) - Smart homes - thoseself-monitoring homes that areattuned to their owners' personalpreferences are no longer onlyfor the mega-rich.

When Americans thinkabout smart homes, they mightthink about houses that speak totheir residents before brewingperfect cappuccinos andpreparing breakfast. While thesmart house as personal chef stillremains science fiction, newtechnologies create personalizedliving environments.

New smart homes can belinked with the Internet, sohomeowners can check theirhome online. Some homes cansend e-mails or text messages tohomeowners, letting them knowwhen doors are locked orunlocked, or when otherresidents open cabinets. Homeautomation means that whensomeone arrives home, the doorsunlock, lights go on and thethermostat adjusts.

As the price of thesetechnologies lowers, moremiddle-class homeowners haveembraced smart technologies. In2006, builders includedstructured wiring, which allowshigh-speed video transmission,in almost 50 percent of newhomes.

Americans might notconsider their homes especially

intelligent, but many peoplehave smart appliances, if notsmart homes. Motion-sensorlights, programmablethermostats and sound-controlsurround systems are all "smart"technologies.

Smart technologies canimprove resale value and helpprotect homes. Americanslooking to boost their properties'IQ should consider theirplumbing system.

One smart product, theFloLogic System(www.flologic.com), acts like acircuit breaker for the homeplumbing system and can befitted to any existing home.From the water main, the system

monitors all of the water flowinside of the home and can befitted to any existing home.

If the FloLogic Systemnotices a drop in water pressure,whether caused by a pinholeleak, a left-on hose, or a brokenpipe, it sounds an alarm at thecontrol pad and shuts off thewater. Homeowners can also linkthe FloLogic System with theirhome security alarm.

Shutting off the waterprevents costly water damagefrom floods. Many insuranceproviders offer discounts tohomeowners who install theFloLogic System, making it asmart way to save water andmoney.

Smart Homes Move to the Masses

(NUI) - When temperatures cool,many Americans leave theirsummer homes and return to theiroff-season lives. But beforereturning to the "real world,"second homeowners need tosecure their summer dwellings.

Here are some tips for peopleplanning a long absence from theirhomes:• Protect the furniture. Bring in

the outdoor furniture that won'tsurvive winter weather, likehammocks and wicker gardenchairs. Cover indoor furniturewith sheets to protect it fromdust and to prevent fading.

• Plan for winter weather. Ifyour summer home is an areawhere temperatures drop belowfreezing, don't turn off the heat.Leave it running at 58 degreesFahrenheit, warm enough toprevent plaster and pipes fromfreezing. You might also want todrain toilets, hot water tanks andpipes.While you are away, yourelectricity might go off, causingthe house to reach freezing. Ifthis happens, your pipes mightfreeze and break. You won'tdetect the problem until youreturn, turn on the water andcreate a flood.New products help protectagainst floods from leaks andbroken pipes. One product, TheFloLogic System(www.flologic.com), monitors ahome's water flow from thewater main. Like a circuitbreaker for the plumbingsystem, The FloLogic Systemsounds an alarm and shuts offthe water supply when it detectsa change in pressure from a

pinhole leak, flooding applianceor running faucet. Homeowners can discover leaksand broken pipes before floodshappen, helping to protecthomes from water damage.Many insurance companiesoffer reduced rates tohomeowners who install theFloLogic System.

• Close up the house. Lock upbikes, canoes and ATVs in agarage or shed, then securethem with a heavy lock. Movevaluables that you decide toleave behind, like televisions orcomputers, away fromwindows. Unplug everyelectronic device, from yourtoaster to your washingmachine, in case your houseexperiences an electrical surge.Before you leave, make sure tolock every window and doorand to close skylights andventilation shafts.

• Make sure your mail goes tothe right place. Change youraddress with the post office andmake sure that yourmaintenance bills will go toyour regular address.

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Meeting Pets' Needson a Budget

(NUI) - It is possible to care for,even pamper, your pet on abudget or fixed income. Byplanning carefully and makingsmart shopping decisions, youcan save money on food, toysand treats. • Save money on everyday

essentials, such as pet food,by shopping at deep discountstores. Forty percent of themoney Americans spend onpets is for food. You will findsavings on name-brand petfood at a deep discount storesuch as Dollar General.Remember that you can saveeven more by buying privatelabel food. Many privatelabel products are equivalentto the national brands.

• Find lower-cost medical care.Local humane societies oftensponsor free or reduced-priceclinics for routinevaccinations or spaying orneutering. Learn about clinicsoffered in your area, whichcan save you from expensivevet visits. And, you don'talways have to visit the vetfor some medical treatments.Dewormer, ear mitetreatment and othermedications are available

over-the-counter.• Enjoy the great outdoors with

your favorite animal whichdoesn't cost anything. Foroutdoor or indoor fun, yourpet will need a few basicaccessories like a leash,collar and water bowl. All ofthese inexpensive items areavailable at deep discountstores.

• Skip the pet day spa andgroom your animal at home.You can save a lot of moneyby bathing and groomingyour animal yourself. All youneed to set up your own petspa are shampoo, conditioner,a brush or comb, a hair dryerand nail clippers.

• Potty training andmaintenance for pets can alsobe affordable. Deep discountstores such as Dollar Generaloffer cat litter, litter pans,scoops and liners. Puppypads are available for puppiesthat are being trained.

While buying the basics foryour favorite animal, don'tforget to pick up a toy or treat.Dogs love toys, snacks orrawhide bones. Cats enjoyexercising on a scratching postor munching on catnip.

(ARA) – In the currentchallenging housing market,many homeowners are lookingto remodel their homes insteadof building or buying. But evenwith the increase inrenovations, construction workis still scarce, and manycontractors are finding it hardto stay afloat. Consumers needto protect themselves fromending up with a half-finishedproject and a contractor whoends up in bankruptcy court.

“Consumers would besurprised to know that so manybuilders and remodelers dotheir accounting out of ashoebox,” says Dianne Kaiel,product marketing manager forSage Software, makers of thepopular Peachtree Accounting,Sage Master Builder and SageTimberline Office software.“Using simple software helps

improve operationalefficiency and controlcosts.” Kaiel offers some tipsto help make sure yourcontractor will bearound for the long

run. • Interview the contractors

you’re considering andmake sure to checkreferences. Get the names,addresses and phone numbersof at least three clients whoused the contractor for jobssimilar to yours.

• Look for a well-establishedcompany and find out howlong they’ve been inbusiness. Check with theBetter Business Bureau andconsumer review sites to findout if the company has anycomplaints against them.

• Find out if the contractorhas all the proper licensingand registration necessaryfor your state. Make sure thelicense is current.

• Ask how they do theiraccounting. Larger and morereputable companies oftenuse Sage Master Builder orSage Timberline Office. If a

contractor has invested intools that make his or herbusiness more productive andefficient, it’s a good signthey’ll work to keep yourbottom line in mind as well.

• Ask if your project willrequire a permit. Cities andstates require permits formost building projects, so besuspicious if the contractorimmediately says no permitis required or asks you to getthe permits.

• Find out if subcontractorswill be used on your projectand, if the answer is yes, gettheir licensing andregistration information aswell.

• Get copies of insurancecertificates and make surethey’re current. If acontractor does not haveinsurance, you could be heldliable for any injuries ordamages that occur duringthe project.

For more information oninterviewing contractors, visitwww.ftc.gov. For moreinformation on the benefits ofSage accounting software, visitwww.SageSoftware.com.

From Blah To Ahh: Tips On Making Over Your Home

(NUI) - Giving your home amakeover doesn't just mean onthe inside. Often, the exteriorcan also be in desperate need,but is often overlooked.

While outside projectsmay seem daunting andexpensive, new online toolscan help consumers visualizethe home of their dreams.

CertainTeed Corporationoffers ColorView, an onlineinteractive exterior style andcolor selector, to helphomeowners explore options.Through its Web site,www.certainteed.com/colorview, homeowners can envisionhow high-end roofing, vinyland fiber cement siding, trim,fence, railing and deckproducts look on various homestyles.

Homeowners begin asession by entering their zipcodes to view color and brandavailability, then select thehome style that most resemblestheir current home. Theexterior is then customizablewith hundreds of differentcolors and styles of products.

In addition, the followingtips can also spruce up your

property and give your home agentle facelift: • Change the exterior colors

of your house. A fresh coatof paint can do wonders for ahome's exterior or considerre-siding your home withlow-maintenance vinyl orfiber cement siding, which isavailable in dozens of colorsfrom CertainTeed.

• Unclog those gutters.Nothing can seem moremundane then spending partof your weekend uncloggingthe gutters on your home;however, not only will it keepthe exterior of your homelooking tidy, it can alsoprevent potential problemsdown the road.

• Clean up the yard.Unsightly weeds, overgrownhedges and grass, and mulchstrewn about can give a homea disheveled appearance.Spend a weekend outsidetending to the property,planting flowers and pullingweeds. Look for vinylfencing, deck or railing for anadded extra touch to youroutdoor living areas such asCertainTeed's EverNew deckand railing or Chesterfieldvinyl fence with CertaStucco.

• Make it shine. Adding morelighting or just upgradingfixtures that are already inplace are easy and affordablesolutions when thinkingabout what to do to theoutside of your home.Consider putting in eithersolar-powered or electricwalkway lights, or if you'refeeling particularly creative,think about highlighting treesin your yard with small lightsor hanging paper lanternsfrom your front porch.

For more information oncolor options for your home,call 800-782-8777 or visitwww.certainteed.com.

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The stereotypical vision of the Egyptian Pyramids arelarge mountain like brown piles of stone uprooting fromthe desert having a rough contour. Though when firstconstructed around 2500 BC. The pyramids were paperwhite and as smooth as glass, toping the pyramid was agolden capstone that gleamed in the desert sun. It was anamazing spectacle. The pyramids somewhat stayed in thisstate until the Arab invasion of Egypt around AD 500. TheArab invaders stripped the pyramid of it's smoothlimestone and built a huge section of Cairo. Many of theMosques and Palaces of Cairo consist of the Ancientstones of the pyramids.

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H.2168 3+Den, 3 bathMediterranean style great roomopen floor plan, with 2481 underair and 3282 total sq ft. Coffered,volume ceilings, gourmet kitchenwith granite counter-tops, andupgraded tile. Home offered at$539,000 with a beautiful lakeview located in a private gatedgolfing community


C.3664 Decorator ready luxuryresidence on the third floor, with 3Bed, 3 bath, 1766 sq. ft. under air& 2140 total sq. ft. Gourmetkitchen w/ granite counter tops,custom raised wood cabinets &state-of-the-art appliances. Thisunit offered at $549,000w/magnificent views of the golfcourse, lake & preserve from twobalconies w/desirable southernexposure.


C.4241 2 bed, 2.5 bath, 2125 underair, 2541 total sf. 12th floor directbeachfront residence w/ beautifulunobstructed southwest Gulf &sunset views. Expansive screenedlanai access from multiple rooms.Floor to ceiling windows, marbleflooring, poggenpohi cabinetry,crown molding, custom mirrors.Offered at $2,095,000.


H.2605 Valencia model with 4Bed+Den, 3 bath, with 2750 underair and 3673 total sq ft. Homeoffers beautiful views of the golfcourse, lake and water featurewith a desirable South Westexposure, located in a privategated golfing community. Thisbeautiful designer furnished homeis offered at $849,000 with built-in pool, spa and vaulted ceilings.


C.4399 - Second floor end unitGarden Home, 2 Bed+Den, 2 with1402 under air, 1516 total sq. ft,with lake view. Numerousupgrades. Plantation shutters,ceramic tile, beautiful custommural in kitchen and glass paneledcabinets. Offered Turnkey at$268,500.


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West Bay Club, Estero

H.3116 3 Bed+Den, 2.5 bath, 2822under air, 5491 total sq ft. Largegourmet kitchen, granite counters,tile backsplash, 42" cabinetw/crown molding. Family roomw/hardwood flooring, dining &Living room tray ceilings w/crownmolding & large sliders leadingout to the lanai's heated pool &outstanding views of large lake &golf course at $1,050,000.


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Lighthouse Bay at the Brooks,Bonita Springs

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Bonita Golf Club, Bonita Springs H.3518 3+Den, 2 bath, 2100 underair, 3226 total sf. Great family homeon a back street with no throughtraffic. Open floor plan w/tile &crown molding in main living areas,archways & high ceilingsthroughout. Kitchen w/breakfastnook, 42" cabinets w/crown moldingopening to the large greatroomw/sliders leading out to the lanaiw/built-in kitchen. Offered at$299,000.


Shadow Wood at the Brooks, Bonita Springs

H.WAVV101 3 Bed+Den, 3.5 Bath,3014 under air, 5693 total sfCourtyard home w/beautifulexpansive views of lake, golf course& woods. Numerous upgrades thru-out, crown molding, plantationshutters, tile, hardwood floors,custom built-ins, Bose surroundsound. Stunning gourmet kitchen,w/granite countertops, 42" cherrycabinets w/crown molding,decorative tile. Offered at $869,000.


Grandézza, EsteroC.4557 Beautifully furnished,designer decorated 3 Bed/2 bath,1727 sf. Numerous upgrades,stunning vaulted ceilings, decorativeniches & ledges throughout.Diagonal tile & accented mosaic tilein foyer & hallway, windowtreatments, decorative wall paper &paint. Kitchen cabinets w/crownmolding, breakfast bar & nookw/fantastic views of the lake.Offered at $299,000.

H.DMB1 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2910under air, 5887 total sf, side entry3-car garage. Numerous upgradesthru-out, 18x18 marble andBamboo hardwood flooring,custom built-in cabinets, surroundsound, built-in heated pool/spa.Fabulous gourmet kitchen,w/granite countertops andbacksplash, 42" custom cabinetsw/crown molding, paneled built-inappliances. Offered at $989,000.

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H.3112 3 Bed+Den, 2.5 bath, 2483under air, 4357 total sq ft. Ceramictile in main living areas, highceilings, archways throughout.Kitchen w/granite counters, raisedcabinets & crown molding, state-of-the- art stainless appliances,attractive curved breakfast baroverlooking Nook & Great Room.Lanai w/heated pool/spa, built-inflower beds w/private serene viewof wooded area at $569,000


C4121 2 Bed + Den, 2 bath, 2-carattached garage, 2060 under air,2790 total sf. Carriage homestylishly decorated w/ceramic tileon diagonal, solid surface countertops, tall kitchen cabinets, wet bar.Fantastic lake views from mostrooms. Offered at $418,500.


C.4252 3 bed, 3 bath, 2910 underair, 3530 total sf. 17th floordecorator ready residence w/ Gulf& Bay views. Exquisite granitecounter-tops, custom woodcabinets, marble baths, privateelevator, & stunning high ceilings.Located in an upscale private, gatedcommunity w/the finest amenities,included. Offered at $999,000


C.4522 - 2 Bed/2Bath, 1300 underair, 1424 total sf Condo in bundledgolf community. Tile/ carpetfloors, tray ceilings in dining &master bedroom. Living roomw/fantastic views of the large lake& golf course. 27-hole golf course,2 clubhouses, fitness center, tennis,resort pool, boat ramp w/use ofkayaks & canoes. Offered at$264,900.



H.2908 Spectacular open greatroom floor plan, with 3 Bed+Den,3 bath, 2939 under air, 3925 totalsq ft. Many added touches in thisdesigner decorated home for acasual lifestyle with customfeatures throughout. Enjoy thekitchen w/state-of-the-art built-inappliances, 42" wood cabinetry,granite counter tops. Offered at$1,199,000 w/custom poolw/views of a lake, golf course andwoods located in a private gatedcommunity.



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H.3414 Open floor plan 3 bed/2bath, 1638 under air, 2347 total sf.Dramatic high ceilings, plantationshutters, decorative niches,archways, tile on diagonal.Kitchen w/black appliances,striking black corian countertops,42" cabinets & crown molding,opens up to the great room w/largesliders leading out to the lanaiw/fantastic views of privatewooded area. Offered at $365,000


Savona, Estero

C.4598 Second floor 3 bed/2 bath,1402 under air, 1516 total sf endunit. Professionally decoratedw/tropical décor, plantationshutters, accented painted wallsand ledges thru-out. Upgraded tilein main living areas and lanai,upgraded lighting & ceiling fans.Kitchen w/built-in desk, nook &breakfast bar. Offered at $259,000.


Lighthouse Bay at the Brooks,Bonita Springs

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C.4356 Bed+Den, 4.5 bath, 4068under air, 4988 total sf. decoratorready residence in an exclusivecommunity w/panoramic views ofthe Gulf & Bay. Private elevator,vestibule, tray ceilings/crownmolding. Kitchen w/built-instainless appliances, granitecountertops, custom 42" cabinets.Master suite w/private entry toterrace & marble baths. Offeredat $1,265,000.00

C.4581 2 bed+Den/2 bath, 1727sf., furnished carriage home inprivate, gated golfing community.Vaulted ceilings, tile in main livingareas, carpet. Comfortable livingroom w/fantastic view of the lake& golf course. Centrally locatedcommunity, within minutes fromairport, FGCU, new shoppingcenters, fine & casual dining.Offered at $279,000 furnished.


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H.3298 4+Den, 4.5 bath, 3-car,5196, 8916 total sf, custom estatehome. Arches, columns, volumeceilings w/ triple trays, crownmolding, coffered ceilings.Gourmet kitchen w/ built-instainless appliances, decorativerange hood, granite counter-tops.Lanai w/columns, custom pool/spa, waterfalls, fountains, sunningshelf, gazebo w/fire pit & fireplaceOffered at $2,150,000.

Less TV,Fewer Videos

Help KeepWeight in

Check(NUI) – Every day, 8- to 18-year-olds spend, on average,nearly four hours watching TVor videos, more than an hour onthe computer and 50 minutesplaying video games. Thatamounts to nearly six hours aday in front of a screen.

But health experts warnthat too much screen timethrows off a person's energybalance, making it hard tomaintain a healthy weight.Energy balance is the balancebetween the amount of caloriesyou burn through physicalactivity (energy out) and theamount of calories youconsume (energy in). Too muchenergy in without enoughenergy out is a formula forweight gain.

"To help your familymaintain a healthy weight, it'simportant to keep energybalance in mind," said Dr.Elizabeth G. Nabel, director ofthe National Heart, Lung, andBlood Institute, part of theNational Institutes of Health(NIH). "The Dietary Guidelinesfor Americans recommend thatchildren get at least 60 minutesof physical activity on mostdays. Cutting back onrecreational screen time makesit easier to meet this goal."

The NIH's "We Can!"(Ways to Enhance Children'sActivities and Nutrition)program provides the followingtips to reduce children's time infront of the screen:• Turn off Saturday morning

cartoons and take your childto a local recreational center,park or skating rink.

• Take the TV out of yourchild's bedroom. More thantwo-thirds of young childrenhave a TV in their bedroom.

• Make a family agreement tolimit recreational screen timeto less than two hours a day.

• Encourage every familymember to think of funactivities to keep moving,such as biking to schoolevents or training together fora charity walk.

"We Can!" is a publiceducation program designed toaid parents help childrenbetween the ages of 8 and 13stay at a healthy weight throughimproved food choices andincreased physical activity.

For more family-friendlytips and other tools, including arecreational screen time log anda daily activity log, visithttp://wecan.nhlbi.nih.gov orcall 866-35-WECAN.


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HIGH-TECH SAFETY FOR BABY(NUI) - Car seat? Check. Babymonitor? Check. Appropriateclothing, blankets and a safecrib? Check, check, check.

Before new parents bringtheir newborn home, they spendhours safety-proofing theirhomes and stocking up on infantessentials like diapers and babypowder.

But some equipment seemsso minor that parents can

overlook its importance.Rubberized rugs can preventparents from slipping whilecarrying their child. Brightly litareas are safer than dim ones, soparents should install bright,childproof lights.

Infants are especiallysensitive to fevers, temperaturechanges and heated surfaces.Baby skin is thinner than adultskin, so it burns at temperatures

adults barely feel.P a r e n t s

wouldn't buy a low-quality car seat.Neither should theypurchase low-qualitythermometers - theirinfants' safety depends

on accurate temperaturereadings.

One company, Kidz-Med,supplies a non-contact, infraredthermometer, the Thermofocus 5-in-1, that can test anything froman infant's body temperature tohis or her bath water.

The Thermofocus has nocontact with the child's skin.Regular thermometers take ear orrectal readings in infants. Butbabies' ear canals are too small toget accurate temperaturereadings, and rectalthermometers can disturb orupset fussy children.

With the Thermofocus,parents simply point a safe,infrared light in the middle oftheir infant's forehead, where thereading is most accurate, orarmpit, neck or naval, then pressa button for an accurate digitaltemperature reading. The childcan sleep through the quick, one-second process.

The infrared temperaturereading is as accurate as

temperatures taken with athermometer through the ear,mouth or armpit. The humanhead changes temperatures first,so parents can discover feversearly.

But thermometers helphealthy babies, too. Parents needto make sure that their babies'bath water is at or below the safe,recommended temperature of93.2 degrees fahrenheit. Whenheating up bottles for infants orfood for toddlers, parents can usethe infrared technology to keepformula or squash puree fromscalding young mouths.

The Thermofocus 5-in-1 cantake room temperature readings,too, making it a useful around-the-house tool. Parents can makesure that nurseries or car interiorsaren't too hot or cold for smallchildren.

Parents can find theThermofocus 5-in-1 at Walgreensstores. For more information,visit www.kidzmed.com orwww.Walgreens.com.

(NUI) – Today's top enginebuilders know how to get extrahorsepower from their carswithout spending extra money.

At the 2008 EngineMasters Challenge, enginebuilders will put theirengineering and mechanicalskills to the test, working tomake a normal, V-8 passengercar engine more powerful.

But you don't need engine-building skills to get extrahorsepower. These tips will helpcar owners looking to increasetheir horsepower withoutincreasing spending:• Upgrade your lubricants.

Friction and heat from theengine and the drive train robhorsepower, leading to poorerengine performance.Reducing the power lostproves easy - simply upgradeto one of the high-performance lubricants nowavailable. In a recent test byHorsepower TV, upgrading to

high-performance motor oilfreed up to eight horsepowerin a V8 engine.The test videocan be found online atwww.royalpurple.com.

• Replace or upgrade your airfilter. In the engine, dust and

other materials causeexcessive wear and operatingproblems. Air filters need tobe replaced regularly. Upgrading to a high-performance air filter, whichcosts little and only takes five

minutes to install, can free upan additional two to threehorsepower.

• Use higher octane gas or anoctane booster. Dependingon your vehicle, high-octanegasoline can increase itshorsepower. Some people might not mindspending extra pennies at thepump for increased power.But upgrading to high-octanegas won't always yieldnoticeable results.

For those who want a moremeasurable increase in power, aracing blend of gasoline willwork well. Octane boosters,another solution, can be boughtat auto parts stores.

Upgrading your gas,lubricants and air filter willincrease horsepower withoutrequiring an expert or becomingexpensive. Better yet,improving performance willextend the life of your engineand help prevent the need forexpensive repairs.

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(NUI) - Accidents happenevery day. A car runs a red lightand causes a crash. Someonefalls from a ladder. Anotherperson slips while walkingtheir dog.

Unconscious or dazedpatients cannot communicatebasic information, like drugallergies or the names of theirloved ones. Paramedics andhospitals cannot givepersonalized care. Forexample, an emergency roomtechnician might administerone drug, only to find that itconflicts with a patient's bloodpressure prescription.

To make life-savingdecisions during emergencies,medical personnel need easyaccess to patients' medicalinformation. Some companies,perceiving a need, havedeveloped new technologiesthat could improve emergencycare.

For example, My LifePlanHoldings, Inc. (MLPH), hascreated and tested afingerprint-based computersystem. The system allowsclients to store their healthinformation and wishes about

end-of-life care on a secureWeb site. Using a fingerprintscan, paramedics can identifytheir patient and view theirmedical history withinseconds.

"In the event you can'tspeak on your own behalf, yourfinger is put on a reader andpulls up your informationinstantly," said Ruth Skocic,My LifePlan Holdings, Inc.'sfounder and chief executiveofficer.

Clients can inputinformation about chronichealth conditions, prescriptionmedications, allergies tomedications and medicalhistories and contactinformation, helping ensuremore efficient healthcareduring emergencies. Clientscan also store their living willsand legal information in thesystem in a portable documentformat (PDF) file.

Past efforts to makemedical information easilyaccessible relied on ID cards orbracelets, but a fingerprint-based system wouldn't requirepatients to keep these extraobjects on hand. Although the

system now usesfingerprints, itcould also beadapted to identifypatients by theiririses (eye) orDNA.

To participate,enrollees simply fillout a packet orregister on the Web.The service willlikely cost between$20 and $29 peryear, though MyLifePlan Holdings,Inc. will offerdiscounts to seniorsand clientsparticipating insome social serviceagencies,

The MyLifePlan Holdings,Inc. system hasbeen tested in threeOhio fire stations.Chris Singleton,Ravenna, Ohio FireDepartment Lt. anda medic who hasused the systemcalls the plan "agreat idea."

The LittleAlarm That

Sounds Beforea Stroke

(NUI) - Many Americans wouldrather die than experience astroke, but a stroke isn't always adevastating blow. Today,millions of thriving, happystroke survivors lead fulfillinglives.

Early detection proves key.Amazingly, one sign of a strokeis a stroke. A Transient IschemicAttack (TIA), or mini-stroke,leaves no permanent disability.

TIAs produce only mildstroke symptoms, so many ofthe 250,000 to 350,000Americans who suffer TIAseach year dismiss theexperience. But patients shouldconsider TIAs a ringing alarmbell more than one-third of thepatients who have a TIA willlater stroke.

Doctors can determinepatient's stroke risk after a TIA.Dr. Clay Johnston of theUniversity of California, SanFrancisco, worked with theNational Stroke Association todevelop the ABCD2 tool, whichpredicts short-term stroke riskwithin two days of a TIA.

Patients should ask theirdoctors about the ABCD2 tool,which is available for freedownload from the NationalStroke Association Web site atwww.stroke.org/ABCD. Withthe tool, doctors use five factorsage, blood pressure, TIAsymptoms, TIA duration anddiabetes to assign their patient ascore. The higher the ABCD2score, the higher a patient's riskfor stroking two, seven, 30 or 90days after a TIA.

TIAs typically last less than24 hours. If patients experiencea TIA, they should seek furthermedical attention earlymeasures can prevent disabilityor death from stroke.

The symptoms for a TIAand a stroke are the same. If apatient experiences, or a lovedone notices, any strokesymptoms, they shouldimmediately call 9-1-1.

Communicating WhenYour Voice is Gone

EXPERTS BELIEVE IN ADULT STEM CELLS(NUI) - In America, theterm "stem cells" isautomatically associatedwith "embryonic stemcells," the cells thatscientists can onlyextract by destroying ahuman embryo.

But while Americanpoliticians, scientistsand religious leadersdebate moral issues, therest of the world usesadult stem cells to treatand heal patients.

Adult stem cells existin every human being'stissues, where they helpregrow skin, muscle andnerve cells. Scientistscan extract adult stemcells from patients, thenmultiply the cells inlabs. When the cells areinjected back into apatient, they help growhealthy tissues.

In countries includingthe U.K., Thailand,China, Israel and

Argentina, adult stem cellshave successfully treatedpatients with everything fromHodgkin's lymphoma to brokenbones.

Don Margolis created theWorldwide Center for AdultStem Cell Education LLC(WCASCE) to help Americanslocate and use adult stem celltreatment centers. ThroughMargolis's Web site,http://donmargolis.com/treatment.php, people can search alist of treatment centers forover 100 different diseases.

Margolis writes on his Website, "Americans need to knowthat that they can receiveimmediate, life-changingtreatments for congestive heartfailure, sickle-cell anemia,multiple sclerosis, spinal cordinjury and many other diseasesas long as they search outsideof the U.S."

Adult stem cell treatmentscan be very beneficial. TheWCASCE's ScientificAdvisory Board contains

expert physicians who haveused adult stem cell treatments.Its Chairman, KittipanVisudarom, M.D., co-foundedthe Minneapolis Heart Institutebefore going to Thailand,where he treated over 100 end-stage heart patients with adultstem cells.

Carlos Lima, M.D., is ag r o u n d - b r e a k i n gneuropathologist whodeveloped an adult stem celltreatment that helps regrownerves in parapalegics. Heworks in Portugal.

Zannos G. Grekos, M.D.,uses adult stem cells to treatpeople with heart andperipheral vascular diseases inthe Dominican Republic.

"The adult stem cellresearch and medicaltreatments have been done."says Margolis. "Americanssimply need to access the sametechnologies that already savelives across the globe."

For more information, visitwww.adultstemcelleducation.com.

In a large bowl, toss blueberries,mangos and pina colada mix. Intofour martini glasses or dessert dishes,spoon fruit mixture, dividing evenly.Garnish with blueberries, mangoslices and thin lime slices threadedonto long toothpicks, if desired.

Blueberry-Mango Colada Salad

Serves 42 cups Fresh Blueberries

2 Mangos, peeled, seeded and chopped (about 1-3/4 cups)

1/4 cup Frozen Pina Colada Mix, thawed

Vegetable, Egg and Noodle Stir-Fry

Serves 31 pkg (6 oz.) Uncooked Chow Mein Stir-fry Noodles (soba noodles)

2 tsp Cooking Oil 1 cup Asparagus spears, diagonally sliced (about 4 oz.)2 tsp Sesame Seeds

1 1/2 cups Trimmed Enoki or Trimmed and Sliced Oyster Mushrooms (about 3.5 oz. pkg)3 Eggs

1/4 cup Skim or Low-fat MilkStir-fry, Teriyaki or Hoisin Sauce, optional

Herb Grilled Vegetables

Serves 6

1/2 cup Chicken Broth 1/2 teaspoon Dried Thyme Leaves, crushed 1/8 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper

1 large Red Onion, thickly sliced (about 1 cup) 1 large Red or Green Pepper, cut into wide strips (about 2 cups)

1 medium Zucchini or Yellow Squash, thickly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups) 2 cups Large Mushrooms

Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Set aside. In 10- to 12-inch omelet pan, skillet or wok over medium heat, heatoil until just hot enough to sizzle a drop of water. Add asparagus and seeds. Cook, stirring occasionally, until asparagus is tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add mushrooms. Cook,stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are lightly browned, about 1 minute. Add reserved noodles. Cook, stirring occasionally, until noodles are heated through, about 1 to 2minutes.

In small bowl, beat together eggs and milk until blended. Pour over asparagus/noodle mixture. As egg mixture begins to set, gently stir. Continue cooking until eggs arethickened and no visible liquid egg remains. Do not stir constantly. Serve topped with sauce, if desired.

Microwave: On range-top, cook noodles according to package directions. Drain. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Set aside. In pie plate, stir together oil, asparagusand sesame seeds. Cover with plastic wrap. Cook on full power until asparagus is tender, about 2 minutes. Add mushrooms. Cover. Cook on full power until slightly soft, about30 seconds. In small bowl, beat together eggs and milk until blended. Pour over asparagus mixture. Cook on full power, uncovered, 1 minute. Stir. Cook on full power, stirringevery 30 seconds, until almost set, about 1 1/2 minutes. If necessary, let stand until eggs are thickened and no visible liquid egg remains, about 1 minute. Stir into reservednoodles. Serve topped with sauce, if desired.

Stir the broth, thyme and black pepper in a small bowl. Brush thevegetables with the broth mixture.

Lightly oil the grill rack and heat the grill to medium. Grill the vegetablesfor 10 minutes or until they are tender-crisp, turning over once during cookingand brushing often with the broth mixture.

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To view more closed details visit www.CoconutPointRealty.com and click on Market ReportsThis report and data is based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Bonita Springs-Estero, Inc. These properties were not all listed or sold by John R. Wood Realtors Inc. and were listed or sold by various MLS participating offices. Website owned and maintained by Michael Burke of John R. Wood REALTORS, Bonita Springs, FL 34134

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Bed Full Half Living Year Private Private List Selling Cost/ % of ClosedCommunity Address Rooms Bath Bath Area Built Pool Spa Price Price Sq. Ft. Asking Date DOMCOPPERLEAF AT THE BROOKSJasmine Lake 23740 Jasmine Lake Drive 2+Den 2 0 1750 2002 Yes Yes $474,900 $445,000 $254 93.70% 08/12/08 106Cinnamon Ridge 23931 Copperleaf Blvd. 3+Den 3 0 2090 2001 Yes Yes $550,000 $530,000 $254 96.36% 07/30/08 241LIGHTHOUSE BAY AT THE BROOKSLighthouse Bay 10900 Santa Margherita Road, #202 2+Den 2 0 1446 2002 No No $199,500 $187,000 $129 93.73% 08/08/08 164Lighthouse Bay 23810 Marbella Bay Road, #204 2+Den 2 0 1402 2004 No No $249,900 $225,000 $160 90.04% 07/28/08 203SHADOW WOOD AT THE BROOKSIdlewilde 10189 Idle Pine Lane 5+Den 3 1 3633 2003 Yes Yes $1,325,000 $1,275,000 $351 96.23% 08/01/08 323Woodmont 10710 Wintercress Drive 3+Den 3 0 2405 2004 Yes Yes $699,000 $675,000 $281 96.57% 07/25/08 561Banyan Cove 22330 Banyan Hideaway Drive 4+Den 4 0 3017 2002 Yes Yes $1,195,000 $1,025,000 $340 85.77% 07/16/08 88Lake Forest 9430 Lakebend Preserve Court 4+Den 4 2 5531 2006 Yes Yes $2,275,000 $2,025,000 $366 89.01% 07/15/08 62SPRING RUN AT THE BROOKSWhisper Creek 23724 Creek Branch Lane 2+Den 2 0 1750 1999 Yes No $499,900 $450,000 $257 90.02% 07/25/08 140Hidden Lakes 23790 Clear Spring Court, #1605 2+Den 2 0 1513 2001 No No $279,777 $250,000 $165 89.36% 07/25/08 190GRANDEZZASavona 12579 Grandézza Circle 3 Bed 3 0 1878 2005 Yes No $499,000 $425,000 $226 85.17% 07/17/08 68Villa Grande 20078 Markward 3+Den 3 0 2655 2006 Yes Yes $549,000 $525,000 $198 95.63% 07/16/08 248Savona 12506 Grandézza Circle 3 Bed 2 0 2225 2004 Yes Yes $599,000 $500,000 $225 83.47% 07/15/08Sabal Palm 20100 Seagraove Street, #2202 3 Bed 2 0 1627 2003 No No $241,900 $217,500 $134 89.91% 07/15/08 145PELICAN LANDINGPelican Landing 25141 Pennyroyal Drive 3+Den 2 1 3000 1990 Yes Yes $799,900 $650,000 $217 81.26% 08/08/08 229Pelican Landing 25033 Ridge Oak Drive 4+Den 3 0 2745 1998 Yes No $875,000 $760,000 $277 86.86% 08/01/08 166Capri 24756 Hollybrier Lane 3 Bed 2 0 2067 1996 Yes Yes $585,000 $575,000 $278 98.29% 07/29/08 174THE COLONYTreviso at the Colongy 23750 Via Trevi Way, #1802 3+Den 3 0 2709 2004 Yes Yes $995,000 $895,000 $330 89.95% 08/08/08 557La Scala at the Colony 5051 Pelican Colony Blvd., #604 3+Den 4 1 4260 2003 No No $1,695,000 $1,450,000 $340 85.55% 07/21/08 168Florencia 23850 Via Italia Circle, #106 1 Bed 1 1 1375 2007 No No $445,000 $380,000 $276 85.39% 07/16/08 223Florencia 23850 Via Italia Circle, #2106 3 Bed 3 0 2661 2007 No No $1,295,000 $1,164,000 $437 89.88% 07/15/08 223MEDITERRALucarno 16614 Cortona Lane 2+Den 2 1 3000 2006 Yes No $1,599,000 $1,425,000 $475 89.12% 08/01/08 805

EMERGENCY - Police, Fire, Medical: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911Lee County Ambulance (Non Emergency) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335-1600

Lee County Sheriff (Non Emergency) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .477-1200

Lee County Emergency Management (Weather & Disaster Spills) . . .477-3600Poison Control Center . . . .800-282-3171 Hospitals:North Collier Hospital . . . . . . .513-7000Health Park Hospital . . . . . . . .433-7799Chamber of Commerce (Local Area):Bonita Springs Area . . . . . . . . .992-2943Estero Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .948-7990Library (Local Area):Bonita Public Library . . . . . . .992-1043Estero South County Regional Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390-3200

License (Lee County):Animal License . . . . . . . . . . . .432-2083Boat Registration/Fishing License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339-6000

Drivers License . . . . . . . . . . . .278-7192Vehicle Registration - Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339-6000

Voters Registration . . . . . . . . .339-6300Medical (Lee & Collier Counties):Gulf Coast Hospital - Ft. Myers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .768-5000

Lee Memorial Hospital - Ft. Myers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332-1111

North Collier Hospital (NCH) - Downtown Naples . . . . . . . . .552-7000North Collier Hospital (NCH) - North Naples . . . . . . . . . . . . .436-5000Poison Control Center . . . .800-282-3171Newspaper:Bonita Banner . . . . . . . . . . . . .765-0110Coconut Point Press . . . . . . . . .777-0473Ft. Myers News Press . . . . . . .335-0233Naples Daily News . . . . . . . . .992-3609Public Schools (Lee County):

Edison Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-749-2322Florida Gulf Coast University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-590-3428School District of Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334-1102

Real Estate Services:Michael Burke P.A., John R. Wood Realtors . . . . . .777-0473Homestead Exemption - Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339-6120

Property Appraiser - Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339-6100

Social Security . . . . . . . . 800-772-1213Southwest Florida Int'l Airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .590-4800

Transportation:Airport Shuttle Service . . . . . .216-7777Greyhound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334-1011Lee County Bus Transit . . . . . .533-8726U.S. Postal Service (Lee & Collier Counties) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-275-8777Utilities (Lee County):Embarq . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .866-304-6820Electric - Florida Power and Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-262-1322Florida Recycling & Waste . . .332-8500Gas Service - Teco (Peoples Gas) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .877-932-6747Solid Waste - Lee County . . . .338-3302Telephone - Sprint (Bonita) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-699-0728Telephone - Sprint (Lee County) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-339-1811TV Cable - Comcast . . . . .800-432-4770TV Cable - Time Warner . . . . .574-2020Water/Sewer - Bonita Springs .992-0711Water/Sewer - Unincorporated Lee County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-485-0214VeterinariansFlorida Veterinary 24-Hour Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239-992-8878

Important "239" NumbersAnnual 2D/3D Exhibition:(Bonita Springs)Thru Sept 18. Art League ofBonita Springs. Paintings,fused glass, wooden vessels,clay work. Mon-Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 1-5pm. Free. (239)495-8989.

Jazz Jams: (Bonita Springs)Oct 26, 1-4pm. Enjoy smoothsounds of jazz in the centercourtyard of The Promenade.

Germain Arena: (Estero)(239) 948-7825 or visitwww.GermainArena.com fortickets and other shows.

Country Folk Art CraftShows: (Ft Myers)Oct 3-5, Fri 5-9pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. LeeCivic Center, 11831 BayshoreRd. (239) 543-8368.

Broadway Palm DinnerTheater: (Ft. Myers)Located at 1380 ColonialBlvd. For more info andshows visit www.broadwaypalm.com/home.htm or call

(239) 278-4422Barbara B. Mann Theatre:(Ft. Myers)For more info and listing ofshows, visit, www.bbmannpah.com/index.php or call (239)481-4849 or 800-440-7469.

Village Nights: (Naples)Sept 4/Oct 2, 6-9pm. Locatedat The Village on Venetian Bayfor live music, dining,shopping thru-out.

2nd Annual Craft Festival:(Naples)Sept 6-7, 10am-5pm. Locatedalong Fifth Ave. Photography,jewelry and all fine craftsinbetween. Free.

Historic Old Naples WalkingTours: (Naples)Sept 3/Oct 1, 9am at PalmCottage 137 12th Ave. South,261-8164 (reservationsrequired)

Historic Palm Cottage &Norris Gardens: (Naples)

Sept 6-27/Oct 1-29, open Wed& Sat 1-4pm. (239) 261-8164.Third Thursday on Third:(Naples)Sept 18, 7-10pm/Oct 16, 6-9pm. Enjoy music & otherentertainment.

Swamp BuggyParade/Races: (Naples)Oct 25-26. Oct 25 parade,10am, US 41 South ofCoastland Mall to DowntownNaples. Trials 12:30pm atFlorida Sports Park. Oct 26race begins 12:30pm FloridaSports Park. More info visitwww.swampbuggy.com

Naples Trolley Tours:(Naples)1010 Sixth Ave. S, 262-7300.See the town & shop fromquaint trolleys.

Philharmonic Center:(Naples) Located at 5833Pelican Bay. For more infoand current shows visitwww.philtickets.org/tickets/index.aspx or call (239) 597-1900 or (800) 597-1900

Sept/Oct Events 2008 Bonita Springs, Estero, Ft. Myers, Naples


(NUI) – These days, most peopleunderstand that "going green" doesn'tmean you're eating more vegetables orthat you're taking a trip to Ireland, butrather you're driving a Prius instead of aSUV, you're recycling bottles and cansrather than throwing them away or you'redoing your part to help the loggerhead seaturtles who are on the verge of extinction.

There are many ways to go green.And they don't just start and end at home.

The travel industry is now offeringvacationers, or ecotourists, a new way ofexploring the world. In contrast to theircamera-toting counterparts of a few yearsago, ecotourists, it is now said in theindustry, "Leave nothing but footprintsand take nothing but memories."

If your goal is to be moreenvironmentally conscious - either to savethe creatures around your home or theturtles in the sea - these tips can help youtreat the planet in a kinder, gentlerfashion:• Skip the rental. Instead of renting a

car, use hotel vans, buses andsubways to reduce pollution.

• Do your research. Plenty ofbusinesses are now on board withprotecting the environment byrecycling and reusing everythingfrom auto glass (one Wisconsin B&Binstalled a blue tile floor using thismethod) to stained tablecloths. Spendyour travel dollars supporting

establishments like these. • Be sensitive to the ecosystem.

Leaving a lighter footprint whereveryou go includes doing so on both landand sea. While most people mayconsider themselves environmentallyand culturally sensitive whentraveling, some activities can still beharmful to creatures that call theocean their home, says Oceana, anenvironmental advocacy group. Consider this: Of the seven species ofsea turtles worldwide, all but one callAmerican waters home. However,environmental threats from humansduring the last few decades havecontributed to the aquatic reptile'srapidly dwindling numbers. Frompollution to vehicles driving onhidden nesting sites, to the massdestruction of the species as a resultof commercial fishing, many humanactivities threaten sea turtlepopulations around the world.

• Do some research. Look for ways tohelp the environmental efforts thatare being taken. Certain plants andanimals, like the sea turtle, are beingthreatened with extinction. Look forgroups like Oceana, and ask what youcan do to help.For more information on reducing

pollution and preventing the irreversiblecollapse of sea life, visitwww.Oceana.org.

Saving the Earth While Traveling It

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MISSISSAUGA, ONRare 2 bdrm plus den layout ! Lovely sundeck view! 1

bus to Subway and Sq 1. Steps to shops, school and park.1 year old Mattamy!

PUGWASH, NSOceanfront 3 bedroom furnished cottage, private warmsalt water sandy beach, detached bunkie with fridge thatsleeps 4. Mature treed private lot near end of road.

For in for mat ion on any of these l ist ings or other proper t ies in these areas , cal l 1 -800-330-5709

NAPLES, FLFantastic newly built home. Long water views to thenorth and west. Great docking. Wonderful outdoor livingarea with summer kitchen, large pool and spa. Customcabinetry, great crown molding, stainless appliances andbeautiful Canterra Iron front doors. Many upgrades incl.whole house generator. Great family neighborhood.

WOODBRIDGE, ONAwesome 4 bedroom 2153 Sqf Semi with double car garage.The designer colours add to the wood floors and neutralceramics. This home boasts Formal Sitting Room as well asa Family Room with Gas Fireplace. Gorgeous Eat-inKitchen with W/O to private yard and Garden Shed.

KINCARDINE, ONYear round home or cottage.This home has just beenmoved to this location and features a brand newfoundation and septic system. Total open concept mainfloor with kitchen, dining and living room. Large privatelot close to the beach

PICKERING, ONAbsolutely Spectacular Home In Prestigious 'FoxHollow' Community. Shows To Perfection! Many RecentUpgrades Including All Windows, Furnace And RoofReshingled.Extensive Hardwood Flooring. BasementNeeds Only Carpet To Be Finished. Open ConceptKitchen And Family Room.

BELLINGHAM, WAOne of the finest views in Bellingham can be enjoyedfrom the wrap-around deck of this 3 BD, 2.5 BANorthwestern contemporary home. Interior featuresinclude soaring ceilings, a dramatic stone fireplace, andcedar accents.

BONITA SPRINGS, FL.3 Bed+Den, 3.5 Bath, 3014 under air, 5693 total sf Courtyardhome w/beautiful expansive views of lake, golf course &woods. Numerous upgrades thru-out, crown molding,plantation shutters, tile, hardwood floors, custom built-ins,Bose surround sound. Stunning gourmet kitchen, w/granitecountertops, 42" cherry cabinets w/crown molding,decorative tile.

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• Adjacent to Public Parking Lot • Spacious OfficeSpace with Boardroom with Kitchenette • CompletelyRenovated 2nd Floor 2 Bdrm Apt. • Great Location!!

BRAMPTON, ON• 5 bedrooms • 3 washrooms • 2 bedroom basementapartment • Separate entrance • 2 car garage with 2parking spaces • Gas fire place in family rm • Potentialbasement income rental • All Appliance Included

TORONTO, ON.Dundas St. W & Quebec Ave • Fabulous Family Home •5 + 1 Bedrooms • 4 Washrooms • Basement Apt. withSep. Entrance • Eat In Kitchen with Solarium •WalkingDistance to Bloor West & High Park JunctionArea

MESA, AZ5 Bedrooms plus 20x19 Bonus Room, HUGE insidelaundry room with storage galore, balcony off Masterwith city & mnt views, heated pool & spa

CALGARY, ABFABULOUS, UPDATED Home in WONDERFULLocation! This home has had many major RENOVATIONSover the past few years. Refinished HARDWOOD inLiving Room, Hallway and Bedrooms. SPACIOUSCountry Kitchen features CERAMIC Floor, White Cabinets,Pantry and Built-In COMPUTER Desk. Two FullBathrooms have been renovated. Call for more information

WASAGA BEACH, ONSuccessful Year-Round Hotel. Nestled in the heart oftourism. 27 unit hotel and cottage court with futurepotential. Three ac corner property. Fourteen suites in11,000sf hotel incl. full kitchen, living/dining area &jacuzzi tubs. Ten cottages, outdoor heated pools, 2 hottubs & more.

WOODBRIDGE, ON4 Bedroom Family Home (2767Sq Ft) Thousands $$Spent On Upgrades! 9 Ft Ceilings. Cherry ColourHardwood Floors Oak Stairways. Upgraded KitchenWith Extended Cherry Colour Cabinets. BacksplashCalifornia Shutters. Two Master Bedrooms. Every RoomAttached To Washroom With W/I Closet. Great Layout!

PUGWASH, NS2 storey brick home has hardwood floors, fireplace,apartment, garage, & much more.

BANCROFT, ONBaptiste Village

Year round home gorgeous sunset view. Public launch just aminute away. Home features level lot, wrap around deck, 3bedrooms, 2 bathrms, open concept living area, lg rec room,feildstone bar, W/O basement

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MESA, AZ2 Master Suites, both rooms have backyard access, greatroom floorplan, fireplace, formal dining plus breakfastbar, patio and gazebo in backyard

BELLINGHAM, WAImmaculate 3 BD, 2.5 BA craftsman style home, boastingvaulted ceilings and a fireplace to enjoy on crisp autumnevenings. Open kitchen with eating bar looks out ontoflat fenced back yard perfect for late summer bbqs andcroquet. Enjoy this safe, serene home just minutes awayfrom city amenities.

WASAGA BEACH, ONStunning custom built home. 4 bdrms, vaulted ceilings,custom wrought-iron railings, hardwood flrs thru-out,spacious gourmet kit. w/black cherry cabinets, island, &great rm w/2-sided F/P. Lrg mstr bdrm w/ensuite &Jacuzzi. Finished lower level.

CHESTERMERE, ABState of the art plumbing, heating, construction andfinishing. Built in 2005 with LOGIX insulated concreteforms to be stronger, quieter, warmer, dryer and more fireresistant. This 2,685 sq. ft. custom designed bungalowhas 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. Heated floors finishedwith hickory with tile in the baths & carpet in thebedrooms. Master en suite w/steam shower and a n air-mass tub. 80' wide lot with 1/2 mile of lake between you& the other shore. The yard is landscaped with waterfalls, ponds, rock paths & intimate areas for entertaining.

CALGARY, AB.Beautiful Home, Great Floorplan, Excellent Location onquiet street! Wonderful Open Concept home is Elegantand Inviting. This Jayman "Kennedy" home gleams withrich, dark hardwood through most of the main level.Gorgeous Kitchen with Maple Cabinets, breakfast bar,black appliances, large nook, rounded drywall corners.Call for more information

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NAPLES, FLOVER $100,000 in luxurious upgrades, add to the OldWorld charm of this 2 story Mediterranean style home, 24'marble travertine floors, 10' coffered ceilings, crownmoldings, granite countertops and bar with upgradedappliances in the kitchen, recessed Plasma TV and a laserfireplace in the great room. The private pool with the lakein the background gives total privacy. The master bedroomsuite has beautiful wooden floors.

SAN DIEGO, CA2bd/1bth 1002 esf. Spanish Style home with all newhardwood floors,dual pane windows,granitecounters,stainless steel appliances. Master suite opens tobackyard. Decorative Fireplace w/builtins.

KINGSTON, ON4 bedrooms, 2½ baths, eat-in kitchen, family room w/fireplace and over 20 foot ceilings, separate dining room,hardwood, ceramic, central air, lovely wrap around verada,spacious foyer, second level laundry, professionallydecorated, main floor office, lovely corner lot directlyacross from the park. Clost to CFB, city and 401

MISSISSAUGA, ONLovely 4 bdrm detached home! Prof finished basement!Upgrd cabinets, kitchen island & great breakfast area!Close to parks, golf courses, shopping & CommunityCentre!

BANCROFT, ONJeffrey Lake

Fabulous waterfront home 1700` shoreline, 34 acres,landscaped yard, 3 bedrms, granite counters, custommaple cupboards, pine cathedral ceiling, ceramic floors,& floor to ceiling stone fireplace.

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BRAMPTON, ON.***Power of Sale***Great for first time Buyers !! 3bedroom semi detached located in Brampton. Homefeatures 2 washrooms, 2 kitchens, finished basement andprivate driveway. Basement has wet bar and fireplace.Don't miss out on this great deal!!

BONITA SPRINGS, FLFor the avid golfer must see this 2 bed/2 bath, 1333 sf.Condo w/bundled golf. Vaulted ceilings, carpet mainliving areas, large eat-in kitchen & great views of the golfcourse and lake. Includes membership to commons clubw/fitness center, enrichment center, beach club & RosieSpoonbills restaurant.

SAN DIEGO, CA2 bd/1bth, 1002 esf. Head to Toe remodel! ClassicSpanish style bungalow with all new hardwood floors,dual pane vinyl windows, granite counters, stainless steelappliances,custom kitchen cabinets, designerfixtures,and more!Lrg Master suite opens to backyard.Decorative fireplace w/built-ins throughout.Extralaundry room with added storage

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