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Volume 16 | Number 6

UNDER DECK STORAGE SOLUTIONS

If you find your deck is being overtaken with storage bins to hold toys, gardening tools, patio furniture cushions, etc., you might want to look under your deck for a solution. Decks that are anywhere from a few feet off of the ground to up to a whole story tall have empty space underneath that can be turned into storage areas. Whether you’re building a new deck or trying to make the most out of the one you already have, consider these ideas for additional outdoor storage. For a deck that is a few feet off the ground, build slide out drawers or even small cubby holes that can be easily accessed from the yard. Finish the ends off so the drawers match seamlessly with the rest of the deck skirting. Alternately, leave the underside of the deck unfinished so items can be stored safely but with less precision. Use rubber totes to keep items dry and free of pests. Multi-level decks can be built where the steps are hidden storage drawers that can be utilized for all sorts of smaller items that need a home. Consult a builder or your local hardware store on how to convert regular steps into storage steps. Finally, decks that are higher off the ground, like on a second story for instance, can become a roof to an entire storage shed area. Imagine a fully enclosed area for bikes, scooters, garden tools and extra lawn chairs. As long as you can keep water from draining into the storage area and pooling, your under the deck storage solution should be a great way to make your yard more enjoyable.

Courtesy of www.tasteofhome.com KEY LIME CREAM PIE

INGREDIENTS : 1 package (11.3 ounces) pecan shortbread cookies, crushed (about 2 cups) 1/3 cup butter, melted 4 cups heavy whipping cream 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar 1 teaspoon coconut extract 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup Key lime juice 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Optional: Maraschino cherries with stems and sliced Key limes

DIRECTIONS: 1. In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies and butter. Press onto bottom and up side of a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and extract; beat until stiff peaks form. In another large bowl, beat cream cheese, condensed milk and lime juice until blended. Fold in 2 cups whipped cream. Spoon into prepared crust. 2. Top with remaining whipped cream; sprinkle with toasted coconut. Refrigerate until serving, at least 4 hours. If desired, garnish with cherries and limes.

DON’T WASTE YOUR TIME IN ANGER, REGRETS, WORRIES, AND GRUDGES. LIFE IS TOO SHORT TO BE UNHAPPY.

Roy T. Bennett is the author of The Light in the Heart: Inspirational Thoughts for Living Your Best Life. His book on positive thoughts has helped countless people grow and live fulfilling lives.

- Roy T. Bennett

NOSTALGIC SUMMER ACTIVITIES Summer is here and so is the urge to head outside and explore the world. But if you’re like most Canadians, you have a budget to stick to. Thankfully, there are many activities you can do that won’t break the bank. If you have children, these ideas are sure to entertain them on those lazy summer days. Even if you don’t have children, you can get nostalgic and recreate the highlights of your summers spent as a child. 1. Head to a local field with a kite and spend time running around catching the perfect drift. 2. Set up a tent in the back yard and watch scary movies under the stars. 3. Grab a case of sidewalk chalk and let your imagination run wild – design your own hopscotch or obstacle course or just add your own art to a piece of cement. 4. Play hide and seek, tag, soccer or another of your favourite childhood games at the park. 5. Create your own bubble solution with dish soap, water and corn syrup and blow bubbles to your heart’s content. 6. After a rainfall, set toothpick ships sailing down the street, go splash in the puddles, or help worms make their way home. Regardless how you spend your summer days, making memories will be something you cherish for years to come.

COLOUR THEORY FOR DESIGN

Decorating relies heavily on colour and a basic knowledge of colour theory because some colours go well together while others simply don't. Knowing about colour theory can help you choose colours to incorporate into your design. The colour wheel includes every colour imaginable but they all fall into a few simple categories: primary, secondary and tertiary colours. The primary colours are red, blue and yellow. From there, mixed in equal parts you create secondary colours. Mix a primary and a secondary, or two secondary colours and you have tertiary colours. Download a colour wheel and then follow these colour schemes for your next design project: Monochromatic: Using the same colour, in various shades, throughout a room. Adding black or white to the main colour will create various shades. It's a difficult look to pull off, but does look fabulous when done correctly.

Analogous: Using colours found beside each other on the colour wheel, for instance purple, blue and green. One colour should be used as a base colour with accents appearing in the analogous hues. This is a common design trend and you'll find it easy to design around once you determine your colours. Complementary: Colours found on opposing sides of the colour wheel are used in this design scheme. For instance, blue and orange or green and purple. The complementing colours should be used equally to create the most pleasing design. Triadic: Three colours that are found evenly spaced out on the colour wheel are used in a triadic colour scheme. Blue, pink and orange or yellow, blue and red are some examples. Again, choose a main colour and accent with the others to create a vividly coloured room.

JOKES: SUMMER VACATION

Question: What did the bread do on summer break? Answer: It loafed around.

Question: Why did the robot go on summer vacation? Answer: He needed to recharge his batteries.

Question: Where do ants go for summer vacation? Answer: Frants.

Question: Where do eggs go on summer vacation? Answer: New Yolk City.

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ANT HEAPS (8) EMANATE (7) ONE PIG (6) OWL LAWS (7) COP OUTS (7) IS TORCH (7) RAPT HEN (7) WAR PROS (7) A DEN SIR (7)

ANAGRAM

SEA LION PARAKEET RHINOCEROS

Can you work out the name of each animal, mammal, reptile, fish, bird or insect from the following anagrams? Word lengths are shown in brackets.

BALD EAGLE CATERPILLAR BIRD OF PARADISE CHAMELEON

Solution: PHEASANT MANATEE PIGEON SWALLOW OCTOPUS OSTRICH PANTHER SPARROW SARDINE

BAGEL DEAL (4,5) TRAIL PLACER (11) PAID FOR AIR BEDS (4,2,8) CLEAN HOME (9)

IS ALONE (3,4) KEEP A RAT (8) CHOIR SNORE (10)

Courtesy of www.puzzlechoice.com

Residential MLS ® Sales for May Show Signs of Progress

$266,845 condo

$333,630 attached

$407,982 detached

1,066

2,042

525

223

AVERAGE SALE PRICES

266

112

single family detached condo

attached

single family detached condo

attached

SOLD LISTINGS

ACTIVE LISTINGS

Winnipeg, June 2023 – MLS ® sales in May grew again over the previous month and made gains on the 5-year average. Meanwhile, active listings grew over last month, substantially over last year and inched up slightly over the 5-year average. “While MLS ® sales were still below the record May results of 2021 and 2022, residential resale performance for May 2023 showed signs of progress,” said Rena Prefontaine, 2023-2024 President of the Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board. “This is the first month of 2023 that MLS ® sales have risen to a single digit percentage range below the 5-year average. MLS ® sales performed at a respectable level.” MLS ® sales in May were 14% higher than April. Of the 1,066 residential detached MLS ® sales across our market region, 699 were in Winnipeg while the remaining 367 occurred in the rural areas outside Winnipeg.

Of the 2,042 residential detached active MLS ® listings, 987 were in Winnipeg while 1,055 were in the rural areas outside Winnipeg. Of the 223 total MLS ® condominium sales across our market region in May, 180 were in Winnipeg and the remaining 43 occurred in the rural area outside Winnipeg. Of the 525 active listings for condominiums, 390 were in Winnipeg and 135 were in the rural area outside Winnipeg. Of the 112 total MLS ® residential attached home sales across our market region in May, 79 were in Winnipeg and the remaining 33 occurred in the rural area outside Winnipeg. Of the 266 active listings for residential attached homes, 163 were in Winnipeg and 103 were in the rural area outside Winnipeg. Statistics reflect market activity in May 2023 | Source: WRREB ® The Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board | Market values stated are of the average of Winnipeg and surrounding region. Individual home market values will vary and are affected by factors such as location, size, interior and exterior condition. Please call to get an up-to-date evaluation of your home.

GARY MORWICK PROFESSIONAL REALTOR ®

Cell: 204.227.1019 gmorwick@shaw.ca

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