Maybe it's time for a New Year's change of pace, maybe this year we should be a little more kind to ourselves, no more outrageous resolutions, no more unrealistic resolutions, maybe even no more resolutions at all. Of course it's good to set goals, to try to improve, to better oneself, but how many times have you chosen a New Year's Resolution and stressed yourself out more because of it? felt like you failed simply because you didn't complete or meet an expectation? Maybe it's time to put the improvement and bettering of oneself into perspective. We can change ourselves any day, any time, any way we want we don't need to wait until one calendar ends and a new one begins. Granted, the ending of one year and the start of another seems to trigger a sense of new beginnings but the fact is
every moment,
every day,
every time we wake up
is a new beginning.
That being said...
According to Statistic Brain (a web site of percentages, numbers, financials, and rankings) the Top Ten New Year's Resolutions are:

1. Lose Weight 2. Getting Organized 3. Spend Less, Save More 4. Enjoy Life to the Fullest 5. Staying Fit and Healthy 6. Learn Something Exciting 7. Quit Smoking 8. Help Others in Their Dreams 9. Fall in Love 10. Spend More Time with Family

Most of those are no surprise, and most of those are honorable resolutions, if you must make one. There are a couple that are puzzling however, #9 for example, if falling in love is the result of a New Year's Resolution is it really falling in love? And #8 is a bit puzzling as well, how? which dream? the one where they feel like they're falling?

Resolutions are fun, honorable, sometimes even successful, but the fact is only 8% of people claim success in achieving their New Year's Resolutions (Statistic Brain).

A dirty air filter can increase your energy costs and lead to early equipment failure. Clean or change the air filter in your heating and cooling system monthly. Some filters only need to be changed every 3 months. Also, have your equipment checked seasonally to make sure it's operating efficiently and safely, check-ups can identify problems early. Dirt and neglect are the #1 causes of system failure.

Hidden gaps and cracks in a home can add up to as much airflow as an open window. The more heat that escapes, the more cold air enters, causing your system to work harder and use more energy. Home Sealing can improve your home "envelope" the outer walls, ceiling, windows and floors, and can save up to 10 percent in energy costs. Start by sealing air leaks and adding insulation, pay special attention to your attic and basement, where the biggest gaps and cracks are often found. If replacing windows, choose ENERGY STAR qualified ones.

If you have a forced air furnace or heat pump, then a duct system is responsible for circulating warm air throughout your home. Leaky ducts can reduce your system's overall efficiency by 20 percent. Sealing your ducts can save up to $140 annually on energy bills and help you consistently heat every room.

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If your heating equipment has been poorly maintained and is 15 years or older, it's probably time for a more efficient replacement. Ask for an ENERGY STAR when buying the following equipment: Furnaces, Heat Pumps, Boilers and Programmable Thermostats.

And granted, that was during company time which no one else would get away with but as you can see he did get back to work when it suited him, which is acceptable around here since he is, you know, Wishbone, Boss, O Great One.

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There are so many reasons why we are excited to work with Big City Sportswear & Graphics. The company was established in 2008 and it's just amazing how large they are already, they currently occupy twenty thousand square feet! That just doesn't happen, it's a testament to how committed they are to quality, service and price, as a matter of fact they even state on their website that if they have any doubts in the quality of their work they will re-do it until it's perfect!

Big City Sportswear & Graphics, a family owned business located at 3861 Buffalo Rd in Rochester, specializes in screen printing, embroidery, digital printing and much more. They are direct retailers of quality clothing lines such as Carhartt, Columbia, Dickies, Nike, Adidas, and many others. They have the equipment for large production run jobs and in their print department they have a machine capable of printing five hundred garments per hour! There is no doubt about it, Big City is capable of any printing job you could ask for...and did that say CARHARTT?!

Don't think for a minute that clothing is all they do, they do it all! Window signs, banners, stickers, they state on their website that they can put your logo on over 500000 items! Maybe it's time to direct you to their website!! Big City Sportswear & Graphics

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