“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected and handed on for them to do the same.” ~Ronald Reagan

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Take my Trivia Challenge and Win…

This is one of my favorite parts of the newsletter! Each month, I’ll give you a new trivia question. The first 4 people who call my office with the correct answer will win a $25 gift card good at your favorite restaurant. Enjoy a night out on me with someone special in your life! Take your best guess, and call me at (803) 554-3514.

This month’s Mega Trivia Question:

What does a diamond symbolizes?
A) Commitment
B) Eternity
B) Royalty
D) Innocence
HINT: You’ll find the answer in the newsletter.

“April Fun Facts”

In the Southern Hemisphere, April is the same as October in the Northern Hemisphere
The April Birthstone is a diamond, which symbolizes innocence.
The Daisy and the Sweet Pea are the Flowers of April
April is National Pet Month
Apple Computer Company was formed on April 1, 1976 by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak.
April 10-16 is recognized as National Volunteer Week
April 28th is National Pay it Forward Day
Queen Elizabeth’s Birthday is April 21, but the actual celebration of her birthday takes place on a Saturday in June
The Boston Marathon is always held in April.
In April 1955, Ray Kroc opened the first McDonald’s in Des Plaines, IL charging 15-cents for a hamburger, 10-cents for fries.

35th Anniversary of Washington’s
Cherry Blossom Festival

The cherry trees that ring the Tidal Basin and abound on the Washington Monument Grounds in the nation’s capital blossom every spring in a glorious display of pink and white. The famous trees were a goodwill gesture from Japan in 1912. Two of the 3,020 trees were planted by First Lady Helen Taft and Viscountess Chinda, the wife of the Japanese ambassador. The trees are still standing and can be seen just to the west of the John Paul Jones statue on the north bank of the Tidal Basin. Today, there are more than 3,700 trees of several varieties on view. The earliest blooming date was recorded on March 15, 1990; the latest, April 18, 1958. The Cherry Blossom Festival features a parade that begins on Constitution Avenue. More than 700,000 people visit the capital to see the blossoms.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

St. Patrick’s Day is March 17th. Did you know there are 34.7 million U.S. residents with Irish ancestry? The city of Boston has the highest percentage of US cities with 20.1% Irish. Amazingly, this number is more than seven times the population of Ireland itself. Here are some St. Patrick’s Day facts: Corned beef and cabbage is a traditional St. Patrick’s Day dish. Roughly 26.1 billion pounds of beef and 2.3 billion pounds of cabbage are produced in the United States. Irish soda bread gets its name and distinctive character from the use of baking soda rather than yeast as a leavening agent. Lime green chrysanthemums are often requested.

Healthy Talk
Fish: It’s good for your brain!

You may already know that fish is good for your heart. But now there’s evidence that it is also good for your mental health. That’s because the brain is largely made of fat and water, and it craves polyunsaturated fats, especially the much-heralded omega-3 fatty acids found in fish. This may explain why people who have the highest fish consumption, like those who live in Japan and Finland, have lower rates of depression. —Adapted from the UC Berkeley Wellness Letter.

Get the most from cardio machines

Most health experts say that a good workout should have an intensive cardiovascular component. That’s why such gym equipment like treadmills and stationary cycles are so popular. Here are a few tips on making the most of your time on the machines:

1. Choose equipment that provides a weight-bearing exercise. You get both a cardio workout as well as the necessary effort that helps keep your bones healthy. The best options are treadmills, elliptical trainers, and stair climbers.

2. Look for heart rate technology. Some cardio equipment allows you to monitor your heart rate, so you know how hard you are working (or need to work) in order to get maximum benefit.

3. Use the programs to help you reach health goals. Check out the different programs that are preset on many machines. They’re helpful in getting you in shape for whatever goal you may have, be it losing weight or training for a hill run.

4. Dennis and I recently got a Whole-Body Vibrator “WBV”, recommended by our Chiropractor. He said that 10 minutes on it is equal to an hour in the gym and it is cardio equipped. Our home model cost under $300 compared to $10,000 for sturdy gym use. We love ours. Check it out on www.walmart.com.

“The Invention of Band-aids”

The Band-aid was invented in 1920 by Earle Dickson, a cotton buyer at the Johnson & Johnson Co. Dickson’s wife, Josephine, was prone to cutting her fingers in the kitchen. She would dress the cuts with gauze and adhesive tape, but the bandages kept falling off. To solve her problem, Dickson placed small squares of gauze at intervals along an adhesive strip and covered them with crinoline. Josephine could simply cut off a length of tape and wrap it around her finger. Johnson & Johnson was so delighted with the idea they made Dickson a company vice president.

The Benefits of A Foot Massage

If you want to ease tension at various points all over your body, focus on your feet. Pressing pressure points in the feet triggers a relaxing response elsewhere, says foot specialist Dwight Byers. Here are his tips on how to give a good foot massage – either to yourself or a loved one:

• To reduce stress in the neck and shoulders. Press firmly up and down on the underside of the toes.

• To relax the body’s midsection. Work the tip of your thumb across the ball of the foot where the skin changes color adjacent to the arch. Using your other hand, push firmly to flex toes back and forth.

• To ease back pain. Place your thumbs on the heel of one foot (if you’re massaging your own feet, put one foot on your knee for proper positioning). Apply thumb pressure to the underside of the foot, starting at the bottom and gliding your thumbs toward the toes. Massage the entire heel, including the sides, with your thumbs.

A Special Thanks To Our Clients

Thanks to YOU, the word is spreading! Thanks to all our wonderful clients who graciously refer Blueagle to their friends, relatives, associates and neighbors! Our family business runs on the positive comments and referrals from people just like you. We couldn’t do this without you! And remember that for every referral that follows your advice and orders our services, you will have Blueagle Bucks placed on your account. By referring us to your FRANS, you may never have to pay for cleaning services again. If you need to know more about Blueagle Bucks, See our website: www.BlueagleCleaning.com.

A Special Thanks To All These Fine Folks Who Referred
Us The Last Couple Months And Who Now Have
Blueagle Bucks In Their Account.

Amanda Hemphill, Bob & Rosie Schrum, Michelle Clark, Wayne & Jackie Willet, Jessica Gaul, Evelyn Fray, Lee Hamilton, Andre Carelock, Angela Mitchell, Nate Mallard, Meg Bradley, Renee Hodges, Scott Rapp, Joanne Edwards, Angie Kelly, and Dora Bowman.

A Kind Review

“Your staff was on time & even 10 minutes early! They were very polite and quick to get started. They weren’t even half finished and already my beat-up carpet looked fantastic!” ~Beverly V., Rock Hill

Outstanding Business of the Month!

Meet David Fowler of Palmetto Tire and Service. 803.327.2031

Every issue we highlight a special Business. It’s our way of acknowledging good friends and saying “thanks” to local businesses who offer good services and support us with referrals and repeat business. Watch for your business friends here in an upcoming issue! YOU might be my next Business of the Month! Watch for your name here in an upcoming issue!

5 Easy Tips For Keeping Your Carpet Looking Like New!

1. Vacuum frequently and thoroughly. Dirt is the number one cause of wear and tear to your carpet. Be sure that you are vacuuming thoroughly at least once per week to keep the dry soils to a minimum and maximize the life of your carpet.

2. Clean up spots and spills swiftly and properly. To properly remove a spot, use a clean absorbent towel (preferably a white one to avoid color transfer) and hot tap water in a spray bottle. Using rubber gloves, massage a little spot out from the free Spot Out we provided for you. Lightly spray hot tap water to keep the area wet. Next, alternate blotting and spraying the area, DO NOT over wet the spot.
You can even place a dry absorbent towel under something heavy like a book to completely remove moisture from the carpet. Most spots can be removed if they are caught early. Of course, the exceptions are, if a spill contains a dye, (i.e. red juice) or a bleaching agent, then the spot is usually
permanent.

3. Never scrub or rub spots. The correct method to remove a spill is to scrape the spot towards the middle and then blot with a white towel or cloth. Scrubbing or rubbing the spot will fray the carpet fibers and permanently damages the area.

4. Clean your carpets professionally every 6-12 months. Carpet manufactures recommend cleaning your carpets professionally every 6-12 months with a low moisture, fast drying system. In this way you will extend the life of your carpet and have a healthier, cleaner home.

5. Re-apply “Carpet Protector” every other cleaning. Carpet protector “seals” the fibers of your carpets and makes them resistant to most household stains. It also makes your vacuuming more efficient. The effectiveness of carpet protector is reduced about 30-35% with each cleaning. But, by re-applying at least every other cleaning you will continue to protect your carpet from stains and everyday wear and tear, giving your carpet the longest life possible.
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Residential and Commercial
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You will feel like the exterior of your home was freshly painted
with our Low-Pressure, Wash and Rinse Cleaning System, or it’s Absolutely Free!

We really mean it, if you do not feel your exterior cleaning was your best experience ever then simply give us a call and we will come back to make things right. If that doesn’t make you 100% happy, we will fully refund your money and you can keep the nice clean home! I would offer to pay someone else to clean it over if you are not happy but, honestly, I don’t know of anyone who can do anything comparable to the Blueagle Cleaning System.

Unlike traditional pressure washing which removes dirt, algae, and mold with pressure, our system works with a “Wash and Rinse” method using low pressure and it’s environmentally safe for your house, landscape and shrubbery. The painted areas and vinyl surfaces will look new or freshly painted; your windows will dry sparkling clean and streak free! The look and feel of your freshly cleaned home will be a delight to you and your neighbors.

Consider what your neighbors are saying about a Blueagle exterior cleaning.

We just recently used your service for our Home’s Exterior Cleaning. Our brick, vinyl, deck, windows, gutters, and walk ways turned out great. The screened in porch was cleaned so well I did not have to repaint as I thought I would. You saved me a fair amount of money with the service your guys did, and we are very appreciative for that.

In Addition, we were very pleased with the results we received when we had Blueagle to clean our carpets. My wife and I are happy with the service and professionalism your company offers. You deserve to be recognized because too often home services are not at the level or standard which you and your staff offer. We will use your service again. I will be happy to refer your company to my clients, friends, and family.
Larry Shumpert Sr., York, SC

As a Real Estate Agent, I have referred Blueagle to several of my clients and they have always thanked me for referring your services to them. You always go the extra mile to please your customers and that is so important in a service – oriented business. The Blueagle Team Definitely Aims to Please.
Sharon Hammitt

On behalf of the Atherton Place Homeowners Board and residents, we would like to thank you for the excellent work your exterior cleaning team did on our townhomes, which included the pool house and entranceway to the development. Everything looks wonderful! Your staff was efficient, careful, and patient and even finished ahead of schedule. Atherton Place would be happy to provide references to any of your future clients who might ask for same. We look forward to
working with you in the future.
Jeff Broadbent, Rock Hill, SC

Blueagle has been Power Washing homes for 15 years, is fully insured and bonded. For more information, reviews and videos, visit us at, www.BlueagleExteriorCleanng.com.

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I know you will be thrilled with our work, proudly show off your beautiful home to friends and neighbors and become a customer for life. Therefore, I am glad to make available these value packed bonuses just to get you to try our exterior cleaning system for your home. Refer your friends and earn Blueagle Bucks.

Bonus #1. When we clean your siding, we will clean the windows and apply glass Perma – Guard at no additional cost to you.

Bonus #2. In addition, we will pressure wash your front steps (up to 10 steps) at no additional charge.

Bonus #3. Plus, we will perform a light cleaning of your deck or patio up to 200 sf. P.S. We only have a few openings per week and will be booked up soon!