Debbie Jean (DJ) Artrip's (debbiejean) Blog

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With Northern Michigan in sub-zero tempatures, please don't forget to make sure your outside pets are properly cared for. Make sure their straw is fresh Make sure you check their water at least twice a day-It wouldn't hurt to invest in a heated water bowl. Make sure their paws aren't bleeding Giv...

Traveling the winter roads in N. Michigan can be a bit treacherous, to say the least. Be Prepared with the following items in the back of your vehicle. A collapsible shovel A bag of Cat Litter Warm gloves or Mittens A Flash light, with good batteries A small votive candle, matches & a empty tin c...

We all need to remember to treat ourselves, daily. Here's just a couple ideas.  What are yours? Take a few minutes each day to sit quietly and just reflect Buy a bouquet of flowers Read a good book Turn off the TV Ask your "significant other" to rub your feet with lotion...you reciprocate Allow y...

Buyers Beware~ When thinking of buying a Short Sale, if there's a HOA (Home Onwers Association), check for the following: What the HOA's dues are Are there any delinquent dues What are the HOA's restrictions If you purchase a home in a HOA and the dues are delinquent,  YOU will be responsible for...

While constantly trying to improve my websites presence, I've decided to use the resources Flex-MLS has to offer.  They have an awesome "search criteria" page.  I hope this new search system will be very beneficial to all my site users. Just click on the red LISTINGS tab from my home site.  www.S...

Congratualtions to Art Van's awesome Grand Opening.  While in NE Michigan, stop into our communities newest retailer.  They have everything you'll need to furnish your lake cabin or cottage. 

Friday, January 21st, 2011, Art Van Furniture will be having their "Grand Opening" in Onaway, Michigan.  The event kicks off at 10:00 am, offering refreshments, music and door prizes.  At 12:00 pm, they will be having their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.  Best Wishes to Art Van and thanks for coming to...

Gas and energy prices are rising again, and that means Americans must tighten their belts even further. You don't need to dread hot summer temps and high air conditioning bills when you have ceiling fans in your home. If you already have fans in place, check to see whether they are Energy Star qu...

I'm all for the government stepping in and helping those families that truly need a "helping hand"... I, for one, would like to see the requirements for those families to rewrite their notes first.  If dad or mom lost their jobs and they have been faithful on their financial obligations up to tha...