March Holidays and events
Brain Injury Awareness Month
National Caffeine Awareness Month
Poison Prevention Awareness Month.
March 2 – National Read Across America Day
March 4 – National Sons Day
March 6 – Employee Appreciation Day
March 6 – National Oreo Cookie Day
March 7 – National Cereal Day
March 8– Daylight saving time starts.
March 9 – National Napping Day.
March 13 – K-9 Veterans Day
March 14 – National Pi Day
March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day
March 18 – National Sloppy Joe Day
March 19 – Red Nose Day – an annual fundraiser with the mission to end child poverty.
March 20 – Spring Equinox – start of Spring.
March 22 – Lori Knapp’s Birthday
March 22-30 – National Tsunami Awareness Week
March 31 – Cesar Chavez Day
April 3 – Good Friday – we are closed
Defensible Space! Do you have it around your home?? You need it!!
Insurance companies have long mandated defensible space, but inspections were rarely conducted. Now, they are inspecting properties and may decline to renew policies if there isn’t enough defensible space. Typically, if your defensible space is insufficient, they give a short window to improve it before refusing renewal. Staying proactive is therefore essential. This rule applies nationwide, regardless of your location.
Defensible space is vital for home fire safety, serving as a buffer zone around your property. It helps slow or stop fire spread and shields your home from embers, flames, or heat. Additionally, it provides firefighters with a safer area to defend your property.
For optimal protection, the first 5 feet next to your house should be free of any flammable materials. This includes avoiding grass, plants, shrubs, trees, and decaying materials such as leaves, mulch, bark, wood fences, and firewood.
Below, find information about what defensible space is and our recommendations.
https://www.fire.ca.gov/dspace
https://www.readyforwildfire.org/prepare-for-wildfire/defensible-space/
How to Do Your Spring Cleaning Safely
As the days grow warmer and longer, you and your home may be ready for some spring cleaning. But while this traditional task may seem routine and even relaxing, responsible homeowners must recognize possible risks. During this year’s spring cleaning, remember these safety tips:
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Keep clear walkways. Make sure high-traffic areas like hallways and stairways are clear of clutter and lingering moisture to prevent slips, trips, and falls.
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Select appropriate products. Limit your use of particularly harsh cleaning products and disinfectants, such as bleach and ammonia. Make sure you read all labels and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Wear proper gear. When working with chemicals, make sure you use appropriate personal protective equipment, such as rubber gloves and a face mask.
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Use the right tools. You don’t have to do everything by hand. Mops and other equipment can help you work more safely and efficiently, potentially reducing the need to be on your hands and knees or to stretch in ways that might lead to strains and other injuries.
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Prioritize ladder safety. If you need to clear your gutters, trim tree limbs, or otherwise work off the ground, make sure your ladder is in good condition and set up on a flat, dry, and stable surface.
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Store products safely. Whether you’re between tasks or finished for the season, make sure you store cleaning materials and chemicals out of the reach of children and pets. Flammable liquids should be kept in dark, cool areas, away from direct sunlight and any potential ignition sources.
Tips for Driving Safely in the Spring
Spring driving conditions can be hazardous, and drivers should avoid a false sense of confidence that conditions are safer than they were during the winter months. You must know plenty of potential risks when getting behind the wheel during this part of the year.
Consider the following tips to maximize safety and minimize the chance of being involved in an accident this Spring:
Check the weather. The rainfall and storms of Spring can create dangerous driving conditions. Monitor the forecast before heading out and reschedule trips if needed.
Avoid flooded roads. Melting snow and rain may leave standing water along your route. Be careful when driving in these areas, as hydroplaning and loss of traction can occur.
Watch for potholes. Salt, sand, snowplow blades, and changing temperatures can all erode pavement, leaving dangerous cracks and holes in the road that could damage your vehicle and lead to accidents.
Be aware of foot traffic and wildlife. As the weather warms, you must watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and wildlife.
Vehicle Safety Recalls Week
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recognizes Vehicle Safety Recalls week from March 2-8, 2026.
Millions of vehicles are recalled every year for safety issues. While a recall doesn’t always mean your vehicle is immediately unsafe to drive, the defect requires attention to help prevent future problems.
Checking your vehicle for recalls and scheduling repairs promptly can help prevent accidents and injuries.
How to Check for Recalls
If your car is subject to a recall, the manufacturer is obligated to notify you. However, you can still proactively check your vehicle’s recall status yourself.
Vehicle owners can enter their vehicle identification number (VIN) on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website to see if the vehicle has an open recall.
If you find an open recall that applies to your vehicle, contact the nearest authorized dealership to schedule a free repair.
How to Get Your Motorhome or Camper Ready for Travel
Many recreational vehicle (RV) owners store their motorhomes, campers, and trailers for the winter, but with Spring on its way, your next adventure may be just around the corner. Still, it’s crucial to make sure your vehicle is properly prepared before hitting the road. Remember these tips:
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Check your tires to make sure their tread and pressure are adequate.
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Flush antifreeze from any water lines and sanitize the system to ensure plumbing is safe.
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Clear your vehicle’s roof of any debris that may have accumulated over the offseason.
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Check your heating, cooling, and electrical systems. Batteries may need to be replaced or charged.
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Inspect your RV for any signs of pests, as rodents and other wildlife may have used it as a refuge during the winter.
In addition to making sure your vehicle is in good working order, this time of year may also be a good time to reassess your RV insurance, as your circumstances or rates may have changed. Contact us today to learn more.
Build Healthy Habits With “Wellness Stacking”
Building healthy habits doesn’t have to mean overhauling your entire lifestyle. In fact, small, meaningful changes are often the most sustainable. That’s the idea behind wellness stacking, a method that helps you build better routines by pairing new habits with behaviors you already do every day.
By linking a new action to an existing routine, you create a simple structure that makes healthier choices easier and more automatic.
Wellness stacking works because your brain thrives on predictable patterns. Existing habits, such as brushing your teeth or making your morning coffee, act as “anchors.” When you attach a small wellness habit to one of these anchors, your brain begins to connect the two behaviors. Over time, the new habit requires less effort because it becomes part of an established routine. This reduces the mental load of having to remember to be healthy and makes consistency feel natural rather than forced.
Getting started with wellness stacking is simple. First, identify your daily anchor habits—the things you do without thinking. These might include waking up, sitting down at your desk, eating lunch, or winding down at night. Next, choose a small wellness habit that aligns with your goals, such as drinking a glass of water, stretching for one minute, taking a brief walk, or practicing a few deep breaths. Attach the new habit to the existing one using a clear structure. Then, keep the new behavior small, easy, and repeatable to help it stick. Here are some examples of habit stacks:
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After I wake up, I will drink a full glass of water.
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While my coffee brews, I will do one minute of light stretching.
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When I sit down at my desk, I will take five deep breaths.
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After lunch, I will take a five-minute walk.
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Before brushing my teeth at night, I will write down one thing I’m grateful for.
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After I turn off the TV, I will prepare water or snacks for tomorrow.
By connecting tiny wellness habits to moments already built into your day, you can create sustainable changes.
Goat Milk Soap Recipe:
**I freeze my goat milk in 18 oz containers, so I have the right amount when ready to make soap.
18 oz mostly frozen goat milk (I just buy it at the grocery store)
6 oz cool water
6 oz lye (I buy this on Amazon)
9 oz olive oil
10 oz coconut oil
24 oz vegetable shortening or lard. (I prefer lard)
You will need a candy thermometer or cooking thermometer to test the temperature of the lye mixture and the oils mixture
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Mix the lye with water. Be careful not to splash, it will burn you. Set it aside to cool. I mix this mixture in a large Pyrex pitcher.
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Heat the coconut oil and lard until just melted. Add the olive oil. Set aside to cool.
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Cool both the lye mixture and the oil mixture to 100 degrees. This is important because if you add the goat milk too soon, it will curdle.
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Once both mixtures are at 100 degrees, add the lye mixture to the oil mixture, stir, and then add the frozen goat milk. You want the goat milk thawed just enough to get it out of the container. Mix the goat milk in. **Tip: I bought a stick mixer just for making soap. I don’t use it for anything else. Use a stick mixer to mix all the ingredients until they come to a trace*.
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Once your soap is at trace, you can put it in your molds. Leave it in the molds overnight. The next day, take it out, cut it into bars, and put it on a drying rack to cure for about a week. Note: Store the soap in a cardboard box, not a plastic container. It will mold in a plastic container.
*Trace is when the ingredients won’t separate. The mixture looks kind of like pudding. Plain soap is the best for skin issues.
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