AG-486 - Brackenbrook Apartments - Issue: 01/01/13
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Darby Times
Brackenbrook Apartments
4775 Apart ment Boulevard
January 2013
Your Staff
Property Manager
Lisa Shuey
Assistant Manager
Amanda Hallman
Maintenance
Supervisor
Terry McCray
Maintenance Tech
Robert Smalls
Important Numbers
Office
(843) 552-1901
Fax
(843) 552-7699
Emergency Maintenance:
(Weekday)
(843) 863-2362
(Weekend)
(843) 863-2105
North Charleston Police
Nonemergency
(843) 554-5700
Website
www.brackenbrook.com
Fire, Police, Emergency
911
Office Hours
Monday–Friday
8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday
Closed
Recycle Old Bulbs
Compact fluorescent light bulbs can
reduce energy costs—saving you
money in the long term. When one
burns out, however, you should not
throw it in the trash because the bulbs
contain mercury. Visit www.EPA.gov/cfl
to learn more CFL facts and to find a
recycler near you.
Happy New Year to You
As the new year starts, many
people make resolutions to change
their lives in some way. Others simply
resolve to enjoy what life has to offer.
Whatever your outlook, we wish you a
wonderful new year.
Handy Bag Storage
Use an empty paper towel tube to
store plastic bags that you want to
reuse. The tube keeps the bags tidy
and easily fits in a drawer or under
a cabinet.
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Dinner Table Talk
Mealtimes are ideal times for
families and friends to catch up on
conversation and bond over shared
opinions or interests. If you have a
table of timid talkers, try this technique
to break the ice. Write discussion
questions on slips of paper and put
them in a jar. The questions can be
silly, like “If you could be an animal,
what would you be?” or serious,
such as “What qualities make
a good friend?” When dinner
conversation starts to stall, simply pull
out a question to get the chatter
going again.
Seasonal Selections
In winter, root veggies make a
showing at markets across the
country. Let leeks, parsnips, sweet
potatoes or turnips add a seasonal
side to your meal.
On the Side
When ordering a meal, ask for
salad dressings on the side. That way
you can add as little or as much as
you want.
Deal of the Month
In January 1878, Wanamaker’s
Department Store in Philadelphia
discounted bed linens as a way to
increase sales. The tradition holds
today, and each January, consumers
will find deals on “whites” (the only
color in which linens were available) in
stores across the country.
Fitness Tip:
Save the Best for Last
We often need motivation to
exercise. A smart way to stay
encouraged during your workout is to
start with your least favorite activity
and work your way to something fun.
This way, the challenging stuff is over
quickly and you can look forward to
finishing your routine on a high note.
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A Solemn Oath
Inauguration Day, held on Jan. 20
every four years, marks the moment
when the newly elected president of
the United States formally takes office.
Activities include the swearing-in
ceremony, the president’s inaugural
address, a parade and one or more
inaugural balls.
Here are some facts about this
longstanding American tradition:
• Until 1937, Inauguration Day was
March 4, the last day of the
congressional session. The
20th Amendment to the
Constitution changed the date
to Jan. 20.
• On March 4, 1801, Thomas
Jefferson became the first
president to be inaugurated in
Washington, D.C.
• The shortest inaugural address
was given by George
Washington at his second
inauguration. It contained only
135 words.
• Many famous presidential
phrases came from inaugural
speeches, including Franklin D.
Roosevelt’s “The only thing we
have to fear is fear itself” and
John F. Kennedy’s “Ask not
what your country can do for
you—ask what you can do for
your country.”
• If Jan. 20 is on a Sunday, the
president takes the oath of office
in a private ceremony on that
day, followed by a public
ceremony the next day.
• Harry S. Truman’s inauguration
was the first to be televised.
Truman also reinstated the
official Inaugural Ball in 1949.
• The Chief Justice of the
Supreme Court traditionally
administers the oath, although
there have been exceptions.
Prime Time for Indoor Fun
Long winter days of staying indoors
can make anyone a little antsy, but the
extra downtime can be a golden
opportunity for self-enrichment. Are
there any books you’ve been meaning
to read? Movies you’ve always
wanted to watch? Games you love but
haven’t played in years? Old or new
hobbies you’d like to take up? Use
your time inside to improve your mind
while reaching out to others—and
make some wonderful winter
memories.
Make a Money Plan
This year, begin your journey to
financial freedom with these
helpful tips:
Save what you can. It can be
overwhelming to try to save a certain
percentage of income. Instead of
focusing on a set number each month,
simply put away a little at a time. You
might find that seeing your savings
account grow encourages you to add
more next month.
Invest in a Roth IRA. Most funds
require a minimum initial investment of
$1,000 or more, according to
Kiplinger.com. It might sound like a
lot, but the money can be used
tax-free after retirement. Aim to save
$125 each month this year; next year,
use that money to open a fund for
your future.
Cut expenses. Grab your last three
months of bank and credit card
statements. List everything you spend
money on, down to daily coffee or
lunch out. This will open your eyes to
where the money goes and, more
importantly, can show you areas to cut
back. If coffee costs $5 each day and
lunch is $7, you could save more
than $3,000 a year by cutting out
these expenses.
Get automated. If your employer
offers auto paycheck deposit, use it to
avoid the temptation of cashing your
check. Set up an investment fund
through your bank account, so each
month a certain amount is deposited.
If the cash is making money
elsewhere and not available for you to
spend, you’ll be ahead of the game.
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Wit & Wisdom
“I think in terms of the day’s
resolutions, not the year’s.”
—Henry Moore
“The big secret in life is that there is
no big secret. Whatever your goal,
you can get there if you’re
willing to work.”
—Oprah Winfrey
“Achievable goals are the first step
to self-improvement.”
—J. K. Rowling
“When it is obvious that the goals
cannot be reached, don’t adjust the
goals, adjust the action steps.”
—Confucius
“My current goal is to place
a moratorium on goals.”
—Jessica Savitch
“Every minute you spend in your life
is either spent bringing you closer
to your goals or moving you away
from your goals.”
—Bo Bennett
“You have to find out what’s right for
you, so it’s trial and error. You are
going to be all right if you accept
realistic goals for yourself.”
—Teri Garr
“It is always during a passing state
of mind that we make
lasting resolutions.”
—Marcel Proust
“A goal without a plan is just a wish.”
—Antoine de Saint-Exupery
“People are not lazy. They simply
have impotent goals—that is, goals
that do not inspire them.”
—Tony Robbins
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January 2013
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New Year’s Day
Rent Is Due
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Don’t Miss It! Last
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Before Late Fees
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Rent Late
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Magistrate Action
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Don’t Say Good-bye!
Stop by Today to
Renew Your Lease
Martin Luther King
Jr. Day
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Pest Control
Bldgs C, D, E, F
Because We Care
An Important Message from Your Community Staff
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community, service and value to you. There is only
one way for us to tell how well we are performing ...
by getting your candid input. So that we can learn
how satisfied you are, the community has contracted
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You will receive a notice by email (if we have your
current email address; if you do not think we have it,
or if it has changed, please contact the staff and
provide the address so that we can communicate
with you by email if you prefer). Note that you will
have the option to have your name included with
your ratings and comments in the survey, or you can
complete the survey anonymously. By participating,
you will be entered into a gift drawing.
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