"Foreclosure Pets"

Distressed property owners are suffering as they are being forced to vacate their homes, BUT they aren't the only ones suffering........

A growing number of animals are too being left to fend for themselves! According to The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, over 1 million pets will be placed for adoption this year alone due to foreclosure. In addition, there are recent reports that show for one in every five foreclosed homes, there is at least one animal that is being left behind. It is a very sad problem. Leaving these "innocent victims of foreclosure" inside a property without food or water & in temperatures that are unbearable is cruel & the extreme weather of heat or cold can kill an animal very quickly. As we can all imagine a death like this is anything but painless.

If you or someone you know is in a situation like this, please do the right thing & make arrangements for your pet to be properly cared for....There are options!

Ex. www.foreclosurepets.org

A "Greener" Way To Live....

"Green" is a relatively new term for describing ideas that are environmentally sensitive, but the concept is timeless – particularly when it applies to the home.

Simple ways to live a "greener" life in your home include lowering the thermostat, use ceiling fans in the winter, use Energy Star rated appliances, fix any drippy faucets, install low flow faucets & shower heads, choose "green" flooring, & honor local guidelines for used paint can disposal. Obviously, these are just a few....but even with starting with one will help you to live a "greener" life.

Source: Paul J. Meyer, Author "Self Motivation For Winners"