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April 2018
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- Recipe: Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon (Chip Greathouse - Muhlenberg Mules)
- Wine with Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon(Tom Massengill - Florida Gators)
- Should You Invest in a Vacation Home?
- I am second: David Murphy
- 62 miles separate us from space
- It's a Dog's World, Thanks to Home Tech"
- Ask the Agent
- From Butcher to Bun: The History of the Hot Dog
- 5 Ways to Boost Your Home's OQ for Less
- Members Save 10% at online Store
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Each month a member has the opportunity to be our monthly meal advocate.
The meal advocate chooses from 3 blue apron meals as their favorite for the
month. Recommend someone from a not previously selected
university to be the next meal advocate. Email
meal@dorothy.com to recommend a meal advocate for your favorite team.
Serves 2
Calories: About
670 Per Serving
For this recipe, you’ll use flavorful, decadent black bean paste. But not the black beans you’re thinking of! This paste is made from soybeans that are salted and fermented then puréed with garlic. Black soybeans are one of the oldest known foods made from soybeans. Here, they form the base of a tangy, zesty glaze for salmon.
Tip of the month
Each month a member has the opportunity to be our monthly wine advocate. The wine advocate chooses one or two wines to go with the monthly menu item.
Recommend someone from a not previously selected university to be the next wine advocate.
Email wine@dorothy.com to recommend a wine advocate
for your favorite team.
Both of these wines are tasty and enjoyable, just right for the Ginger-Soy Glazed Salmon.
Many would say this recipe calls for a white wine. Priced reasonably at about $11.00, the North Coast California Vigilence Chardonnay is both rich and dry with a lively finish, just right for this dish.
But, for those of you who prefer a red wine, the Château Gigognan Côtes du Rhône 2013 is a wonderful choice. Priced around $14.00, this ruby red French wine boasts a medium body with an impressive spicy finish.
But, for those of you who prefer a red wine, the Château Gigognan Côtes du Rhône 2013 is a wonderful choice. Priced around $14.00, this ruby red French wine boasts a medium body with an impressive spicy finish.
By:
Dorothy.comSM
Published: April 2018
Many people dream of owning a vacation home, but wonder if it's a good investment. According to the real estate gurus, it may well be.
According to many experts, fall is a great time to consider buying a vacation home, as prices are often lower in the off-season. And, while you may
envision a summer hideaway or a
perfect winter retreat for you
and your family, you also could
consider raising additional
income by offering it as a
three- or even four-season
rental.
In a recent online article, the InvestorJunkie wrote: "We don't normally think of vacation properties as investments, but at certain times and under certain circumstances, they can be one of the best investments you can make."
RISMedia recently reported that, according to an annual survey of residential homebuyers by the National Association of Realtors: "Vacation home sales cooled off in 2015 but remained at the second-highest amount in nearly a decade." In addition, the median price of vacation homes increased in 2015.
As with any investment, there are risks; as InvestorJunkie notes, "Vacation property is luxury real estate, not the basic roof-over-your-head type. It's more discretionary than it is necessary, and that means the market for it can dry up much more quickly. When it does, prices can crash even when the general housing market is stable."
Nevertheless, CNBC contributor Shelly Schwartz says if you can afford it, do it. The title of her article is "The Time to Invest in a Second Home Is Now." www.Consumeraffairs.com recently published a list of home warranty companies. Check: Compare Reviews for Home Warranty Companies
In a recent online article, the InvestorJunkie wrote: "We don't normally think of vacation properties as investments, but at certain times and under certain circumstances, they can be one of the best investments you can make."
RISMedia recently reported that, according to an annual survey of residential homebuyers by the National Association of Realtors: "Vacation home sales cooled off in 2015 but remained at the second-highest amount in nearly a decade." In addition, the median price of vacation homes increased in 2015.
As with any investment, there are risks; as InvestorJunkie notes, "Vacation property is luxury real estate, not the basic roof-over-your-head type. It's more discretionary than it is necessary, and that means the market for it can dry up much more quickly. When it does, prices can crash even when the general housing market is stable."
Nevertheless, CNBC contributor Shelly Schwartz says if you can afford it, do it. The title of her article is "The Time to Invest in a Second Home Is Now." www.Consumeraffairs.com recently published a list of home warranty companies. Check: Compare Reviews for Home Warranty Companies
By:
I am Second
Published: April 2018
Having played college baseball at Baylor, David Murphy was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in 2003 and spent the next three plus years with six different minor league teams before being called up for his major league debut at Fenway Park. He hit safely in his first at bat, beginning an everyday battle of balancing a high-profile, performance-based career with his personal identity.
A subsequent trade to the Texas Rangers gave Murphy the opportunity for more playing time, drawing even more attention as the Rangers captured the 2010 American League Championship and advanced to baseball's biggest stage—the World Series.
How does David handle the balance between his work and his identity? What keeps him from being defined by those pressure-packed moments of a career instead of who he is? In the battle against living a life of confidence or being fearful of the pressure, David has picked confidence, but not in himself. Rather a faith that sustains him better than clutch performance.
History: The Coca Cola History
By:
Docu Share
Published: April 2018
It was 1886, and in New York Harbour, workers were constructing the Statue of Liberty. Eight hundred miles away, another great American symbol was about to be unveiled.
Like many people who change history, John Pemberton, an Atlanta pharmacist, was inspired by simple curiosity. One afternoon, he stirred up a fragrant, caramel-coloured liquid and, when it was done, he carried it a few doors down to Jacobs' Pharmacy. Here, the mixture was combined with carbonated water and sampled by customers who all agreed - this new drink was something special. So Jacobs' Pharmacy put it on sale for five cents (about 3p) a glass.
By:
Dorothy.comSM
Published: April 2018
It's not only humans who benefit from the boom in home technology. As a recent article from RISMedia suggests, pets are reaping the rewards, too.
Smart thermostats allow
homeowners to monitor
temperature in each room and
adjust for weather conditions
from their smartphones or
tablets. This can be a lifesaver
for pets, who often suffer when
owners are away and temperatures
dip or rise drastically.
Owners also can control remotely when their pet's food will be dispensed, and even be notified if supplies are running low.
And for owners who have to leave their dogs alone for the day, there are "smart doggy doors" that use radio frequencies to communicate with a tag on the dog's collar and let puppy in and out.
These days, it truly is a dog's world!
Owners also can control remotely when their pet's food will be dispensed, and even be notified if supplies are running low.
And for owners who have to leave their dogs alone for the day, there are "smart doggy doors" that use radio frequencies to communicate with a tag on the dog's collar and let puppy in and out.
These days, it truly is a dog's world!
By:
Dorothy.comSM
Published: April 2018
I live in a condo complex. How can I feel secure in my new home?
The good news is, you don't need to hire Biff the bouncer from the nightclub downtown. Instead try these simple tips:
Lock 'em out: It can be tempting to leave your entrance unloced while getting the mail or visiting a neighbor. Take a few extra seconds to lock up behind you. Check to make sure the door in your apartment condo (as well as the garage door) closes behind you. In townhouses, don't hide your key. As convenient as it is for you, it's convenient for burglars too.
Light 'em up: Common areas such as entrances, hallways, and walkways should be well lit. If you notice any burned-out bulbs, contact your building manager right away.
Shut 'em down: If your building requires buzz-in, make sure everyone uses it. It may feel rude, but don't hold doors to let in strangers. If they belong there, they will either have a key or know someone who buzz them in.
Lock 'em out: It can be tempting to leave your entrance unloced while getting the mail or visiting a neighbor. Take a few extra seconds to lock up behind you. Check to make sure the door in your apartment condo (as well as the garage door) closes behind you. In townhouses, don't hide your key. As convenient as it is for you, it's convenient for burglars too.
Light 'em up: Common areas such as entrances, hallways, and walkways should be well lit. If you notice any burned-out bulbs, contact your building manager right away.
Shut 'em down: If your building requires buzz-in, make sure everyone uses it. It may feel rude, but don't hold doors to let in strangers. If they belong there, they will either have a key or know someone who buzz them in.
By:
Dorothy.comSM
Published: April 2018
Along with nice weather, summer brings together two important pastimes: grilling and baseball. These popular activities share a common culinary theme: hot dogs.
Enjoyed in thousands of backyards each year, and by sports fans in stadiums across the country, the hot dog has become a summer staple. But where did the idea originate to grill a tube of meat, insert it in a bun, and load it with toppings?
In fact, both Austrians and Germans lay claim to the honor. Germans claim the "frankfurter" was created in Frankfurt, where Germans made thick, fatty sausages and coined the term "franks." But the Viennese point out that the name given to the first hot dogs was "wienerwurst." In the Austrian language (which is slightly different from standard German), "Wein" means Vienna, and "wurst" means sausage, so clearly they were Austrian sausages first!
Either way, we can thank German immigrants for bringing their native sausages with them to the New World, where they first sold hot dogs from pushcarts in New York City in the 1860s. Some stories claim the bun (or roll) was added simply so customers wouldn't burn their hands on the hot sausages.
As for the moniker "hot dog," legend has it the term was coined in 1902 at a New York Giants baseball game. The cold weather prompted one vendor to switch from supplying ice cream and sodas to hot sausages as a particularly apropos alternative. The call went out: "Get your dachshund sausages, red hot!" and the hot "dog" was born.
In fact, both Austrians and Germans lay claim to the honor. Germans claim the "frankfurter" was created in Frankfurt, where Germans made thick, fatty sausages and coined the term "franks." But the Viennese point out that the name given to the first hot dogs was "wienerwurst." In the Austrian language (which is slightly different from standard German), "Wein" means Vienna, and "wurst" means sausage, so clearly they were Austrian sausages first!
Either way, we can thank German immigrants for bringing their native sausages with them to the New World, where they first sold hot dogs from pushcarts in New York City in the 1860s. Some stories claim the bun (or roll) was added simply so customers wouldn't burn their hands on the hot sausages.
As for the moniker "hot dog," legend has it the term was coined in 1902 at a New York Giants baseball game. The cold weather prompted one vendor to switch from supplying ice cream and sodas to hot sausages as a particularly apropos alternative. The call went out: "Get your dachshund sausages, red hot!" and the hot "dog" was born.
By:
Dorothy.comSM
Published: April 2018
Many people dream of owning a vacation home, but wonder if it's a good investment. According to the real estate gurus, it may well be.
According to many experts, fall is a great time to consider buying a vacation home, as prices are often lower in the off-season. And, while you may
envision a summer hideaway or a
perfect winter retreat for you
and your family, you also could
consider raising additional
income by offering it as a
three- or even four-season
rental.
In a recent online article, the InvestorJunkie wrote: "We don't normally think of vacation properties as investments, but at certain times and under certain circumstances, they can be one of the best investments you can make."
RISMedia recently reported that, according to an annual survey of residential homebuyers by the National Association of Realtors: "Vacation home sales cooled off in 2015 but remained at the second-highest amount in nearly a decade." In addition, the median price of vacation homes increased in 2015.
As with any investment, there are risks; as InvestorJunkie notes, "Vacation property is luxury real estate, not the basic roof-over-your-head type. It's more discretionary than it is necessary, and that means the market for it can dry up much more quickly. When it does, prices can crash even when the general housing market is stable."
Nevertheless, CNBC contributor Shelly Schwartz says if you can afford it, do it. The title of her article is "The Time to Invest in a Second Home Is Now." www.Consumeraffairs.com recently published a list of home warranty companies. Check: Compare Reviews for Home Warranty Companies
In a recent online article, the InvestorJunkie wrote: "We don't normally think of vacation properties as investments, but at certain times and under certain circumstances, they can be one of the best investments you can make."
RISMedia recently reported that, according to an annual survey of residential homebuyers by the National Association of Realtors: "Vacation home sales cooled off in 2015 but remained at the second-highest amount in nearly a decade." In addition, the median price of vacation homes increased in 2015.
As with any investment, there are risks; as InvestorJunkie notes, "Vacation property is luxury real estate, not the basic roof-over-your-head type. It's more discretionary than it is necessary, and that means the market for it can dry up much more quickly. When it does, prices can crash even when the general housing market is stable."
Nevertheless, CNBC contributor Shelly Schwartz says if you can afford it, do it. The title of her article is "The Time to Invest in a Second Home Is Now." www.Consumeraffairs.com recently published a list of home warranty companies. Check: Compare Reviews for Home Warranty Companies
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