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See How the Home Evolved from Midievil Times to Now

Posted on September 12, 2011 | Leave a comment

See how domestic spaces (homes)  evolved from Saxon times to the post-modern era.  An interactive website has been created so we can see how far we have come.

 

Pre 1100

Go to: http://www.guardian.co.uk/artanddesign/interactive/2011/sep/10/inside-home-architecture

 

Contemporary home

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Semi-Annual Sale Sept 24 – Habitat for Humanity Restore/Resale Outlet

Posted on September 10, 2011 | Leave a comment

 

The store in San Diego, CA is having their semi-annual sale with items 30 to 70% off already low prices.  Call your local HFH and find out when their sales is.

To find your local HFH restore shop: http://www.habitat.org/cd/env/restore.aspx

What is Habitat for Humanity Restore?

Habitat’s ReStore resale outlets sell reusable and surplus building materials to the public.  While every ReStore outlet is a little different, most focus on home improvement goods like furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances.

ReStore resale outlets accept donated goods which are sold to the general public at a fraction of the retail price. The proceeds help local Habitat affiliates fund the construction of Habitat homes within their communities.

Promoting reuse and recycling
ReStore resale outlets provide an environmentally and socially responsible way to keep good, reusable materials out of the waste stream while providing funding for Habitat’s community improvement work.

Although some donates goods are used in HFH built homes most of them sell via ReStore at pennies on the dollar. 

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What You Should Have In Your Emergency Kit

Posted on August 27, 2011 | 1 comment

 

Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit

Or go to:  http://www.ready.gov/america/_downloads/checklist.pdf

  • Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days,for drinking and sanitation
  • Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
  • Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • First aid kit
  • Whistle to signal for help
  • Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
  • Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
  • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
  • Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
  • Local maps
  • Cell phone and chargers

Additional Items to Consider Adding to an Emergency Supply Kit

  • Prescription medications and glasses
  • Infant formula and diapers
  • Pet food and extra water for your pet
  • Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container
  • Cash or traveler’s checks and change
  • Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov
  • Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.
  • Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.
  • Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper– When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.

  •  Fire Extinguisher

  • Matches in a waterproof container

  • Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items

  • Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels

  • Paper and pencil Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children

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