Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” This month, in light of everything going on with the coronavirus, Tom and I thought we would take a pause and enjoy a lunchbreak or for those of us who breakfunch – something which I do all day, eating small meals between breakfast and lunch and do not take a … [Read more...] about Removing Emotional Clutter; Remodeling from Within
At Home with Tom and Sandy
YCCA Boot Camp Teaching Young Adults Construction Skills
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” Here we are, Tom, speeding through 2020 already. Speaking of warp speed, yes Tom, I am exhausted, done-in, spent and dog-tired – and on the other end of the spectrum, exhilarated, ecstatic, delighted, joyful, overjoyed and euphoric. Tom: For some of our … [Read more...] about YCCA Boot Camp Teaching Young Adults Construction Skills
Finding that Special Place for Peace and Contemplation
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy.” Here we are, Tom, in a new year. As they say, how time flies. Speaking of time flying, fleeting and anything but coasting – we have been sharing our monthly column with the Quad Cities Business News readers for three years this March. Super cool, … [Read more...] about Finding that Special Place for Peace and Contemplation
Making Resolutions, Spreading Kindness
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy.” Happy New Year! It is never too late. Every day, people pass up opportunities to make a difference in our community. We can all do something and it doesn’t have to cost anything. So, start a daily habit of doing something. If you have the power to make … [Read more...] about Making Resolutions, Spreading Kindness
Rethinking the Laundry Room
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy.” Sit back, relax and enjoy. Here we are, readers, continuing to move at warp speed – whooshing, zooming and rocketing, as I like to say – with the New Year just a blink away. Sandy: Well, another month has passed, it is definitely colder and our holiday … [Read more...] about Rethinking the Laundry Room
Becoming More Energy Efficient
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy” and this month we are going to talk about energy. Yep, there is a certain amount of energy in our column. Sandy: Well here we are again, Tom, fall is in the air, and I believe I can smell Christmas! Tom: Definitely my favorite time of year. Sandy: The … [Read more...] about Becoming More Energy Efficient
Designing, Building, Protecting Decks
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy” We are here to give you the inside scoop on real estate, the construction industry; what’s up, what’s down, what’s hot, and what’s not. We’ll share real estate stats, home prices, building permit numbers, construction pointers and give you hints on renovations … [Read more...] about Designing, Building, Protecting Decks
Modifying the Home for Seniors
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy!” Sit back, relax and enjoy. Sandy:Here we are, Tom, moving at warp speed through the year. Whooshing, zooming and rocketing as I like to say. Hey Tom, the bust of the monsoon season played heck with your kayaking didn’t it? Our monsoon season this year … [Read more...] about Modifying the Home for Seniors
Finding Reputable Contractors
Welcome to “At Home with Tom and Sandy.” Sit back, relax and enjoy. Tom: Hello, Sandy, our community YCCA gal! As always, it is a joy to be with you again this month and to share our column with the community. As usual, I am holding on to see what we are going to chitchat about. Sandy: Hello … [Read more...] about Finding Reputable Contractors
Deciding Whether to Buy a New Home or Remodel
Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” Sit back, relax and enjoy. Tom: Hi Sandy, what are we going to talk about this month? Sandy: Well, I have had some calls recently from folks who want to know who they can turn to for help in deciding whether they should stay in their home and … [Read more...] about Deciding Whether to Buy a New Home or Remodel