Is anyone ever ready for a natural disaster? Not even a natural disaster, what about a house fire? Do you have a fire plan and/or kit ready? With all this devastation with Oklahoma, now is the time to talk about it with your family and get prepared.

A year ago when my friend stayed with me, her and her daughter walked around and picked wildflowers and brought them in. They lasted a while in a glass on the table. It was so nice to walk into the kitchen and see color. I had forgotten all about that idea until this past week. With the rain we have been receiving, we have so many wildflowers growing throughout our 2 acres. I decided to get my mason jars and go on a wildflower hunt.

These looked so unique, I had to clip the whole set.  Don’t worry, I left another set growing.

The colorful Indian Blankets

Damianita. These have a wonderful scent on the rosemary-like foliage

Purple Horsemint. Funny name!

I had to search the names of these wildflowers because I had no clue what they were(except Indian Paintbrushes). I recommend you bringing beauty inside as well. They all make me smile when I walk into the room. Word of caution: rinse off with water, bugs like to hang out on them as well.

Coldwell Banker has been in business since 1906. That’s a long time. They were the first real estate brand to launch a national website, stream listing videos online, create social media and iPad applications, design mobile-friendly sites and more. This innovative company never stops moving forward. They have different home buying resources for first time homebuyers, second homes and vacation homes. They are listed in the U.S and internationally. The Jacksonville, NC, real estate office has made Coldwell Banker the leading sea coast real estate company in southeastern North Carolina, with a total of 9 offices. Having accomplished this, they ended 2011 and 2012 as the top firm and company among competitors in Jacksonville, NC!

With today’s mortgage rates, it’s time to start looking into buying your first home or a vacation home. What better place to get a vacation home then along the coast?

Doesn’t that word look funny? Mold. Wonder who came up with that? Mold is not a funny thing. It is lurking behind every leaking pipe, in the bathroom and in the kitchen.

Starting a small business can be fun and excting, but there is a lot of “behind the scenes” stuff you have to take care of.  Trademarks, copyrights and patent contracts are confusing, as well as what certifications or licenses you will need?  Are you hiring employee(s)? You will have to write up employment contracts as well. Contact an attorney* and see what all is involved before you jump right in with a new business. Discuss your current plans and future plans. You don’t want to be blindsided later on. Doing this first will pave the way for future growth.

*If you are in the North Carolina area, check out raleigh business startup lawyer, Larry McBennett.