A Reflection

Most of us are aware of the upcoming holidays. Easter and Passover both occur right around the same time frame, and there is plenty of preparation for both.

One thing both Easter and Passover have in common is new life (or rebirth). We can all reflect on new life – we experience life when a baby is born, watching the buds form on the trees outside, and seeing a flower bloom.

Spring also brings new life – we can see deer with their new fawns, baby rabbits in our backyards, baby birds in the trees, fresh grass growing in our yards, and of course those budding trees and blooming flowers.

This holiday season, I encourage you to experience a new life – whether you experience it from a religious standpoint or just by observing all the new beginnings occurring in your backyard. Spring is finally here and summer is not too far away– let’s all make the best of it!

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School Is Almost Out – Now What

School is almost out for the summer. Within the next couple of weeks, the ice cream trucks will be ringing their bells in neighborhoods across Bucks County, kids will be playing in each other’s yards, and the quietness you’ve experienced in your development will be temporary filled with laughter and the sounds of children playing.

Summer is wonderful. It’s filled with not only the sounds of children playing and laughing, but the scents of bbq’s each night, splashing in pools, the smell of freshly cut lawns, and the gorgeous colors of flowers in bloom.

It also means relaxation – summer is a time many of us get to enjoy time as a family, either for a vacation or just a quick getaway on the weekends. We are located so close to the Jersey shore, it’s very easy for all of us to enjoy some time on our local beaches. Bucks County is near the Pocono mountains, which are perfect for camping and hiking, not to mention many of the great amusement parks in our area such as Great Adventure and Hershey Park!

I hope you take the time this summer to enjoy some relaxation, take a well-deserved dip in the pool (especially after the winter we all experienced), and spend some time with your families and loved ones.

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Get Your Home Ready For Spring

It’s here! After all the snow, cold weather, snow, potholes, snow, ice storms – and snow. We have finally entered springtime! Congratulations Bucks County residents! We have survived!

Now that it’s getting warmer and warmer each day, it’s the perfect time to get our homes and yards ready for the spring and summer months. Of course, all of us know that it means bugs are on their way allergies will be on the rise. Our lawns will soon need to be cut.

To make your transition easier, here are some ways you can enjoy the warmer weather without having to spend your time indoors (we all had enough of that during the winter).

While the neighborhood kids are running around outside, enjoy the sounds of their laughter while cleaning out the flower beds removing any rotted plants and debris. Be sure to check your garden hoses for cracks and wear. Cut back overgrown shrubs and trees. Clean your grill for those well-deserved cookouts Walk around the perimeter of your home and search for ants or other insects that may have already started to make their way indoors. If any bugs have gotten inside already, be sure to spray or call a local exterminator before the infestation gets worse.

If you haven’t spent enough time inside your home yet, this is a great time of the year to renovate a room or two with a fresh color of paint.  You could dust ceiling fans and baseboards, wash windows, and shampoo your carpets. For fresh air it is nice to open the windows for a little while. It is a wonderful change after being snowed in!

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Day Trips Close To Yardley and Surrounding Areas

Living in Bucks County, many of us are aware that we are a “hop, skip and a jump” to many local attractions. However, if you have lived here for a while you may not be aware of the things you can do on a weekend excursion throughout Bucks County, Philadelphia County, or even Chester County. Here are some places you can visit for quick day trips during the week and on the weekends!

Nockamixon State Park is located in Quakertown, and borders both Bedminster and Haycock Townships. The park is a haven for boaters, fishermen, hikers, and those who enjoy mountain biking. There are picnic areas, horseback riding, and environmental education programs such as pontoon boat tours. Nockamixon also has camping facilities with the option to rent a cabin or stay in the Weisel Hostel. It is a wonderful state park for all ages and is home to many different types of wildlife.

If you love going to farmer’s markets, the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia is a great day trip your whole family will enjoy. Vendors include Amish specialties (not open on Sundays due to religious reasons), seafood, meats and poultry, fresh vegetables and fruits, homemade baked goods, and even fresh cut flowers, linens and kitchen accessories.

Visiting covered bridges throughout Chester and Bucks County is a relaxing and  enjoyable way to spend a Saturday. You can stop for a picnic alongside a back road while viewing gorgeous covered bridges traveled upon by our ancestors. Some covered bridges throughout our area are Harmony Hill located on Harmony Hill Road in West Chester Glen Hope located in Elk Township, Sheard’s Bridge in Perkasie and Uhlerstown Bridge in Tinicum.

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