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This month’s Mega Trivia Question:|
What hit television show went off the air 20 years ago in May?

1. A) Friends
2. B) All in the Family
3. C) Full House D) Seinfeld

HINT: You’ll ­ and the answer in the newsletter.

Inside this Issue you will discover: 

Cool trivia and quotes…

Remember: Special Days Ahead

What’s Making You Sick?

Healthy Talk … Start the day right

Stories, and quotes to get you inspired

Fun Facts and MORE …

In the United States, Mother’s Day was first suggested in 1872 by Julia Ward Howe (famous for writing the words to the “Battle Hymn of the Republic”). Anna Jarvis held a ceremony in 1907 in Grafton, West Virginia, to honor her mother, who had died two years earlier. Anna began a campaign to create a national holiday honoring mothers. She and her supporters wrote to ministers, businessmen and politicians, and they were successful in their efforts.

In 1910, West Virginia became the first state to recognize the new holiday, and the nation followed in 1914 when the Wilson administration declared the second Sunday in May to be Mother’s Day. Jarvis used white carnations as a symbol for mothers, because carnations represented sweetness, purity and the endurance of a mother’s love. (Today, white carnations represent a mother who has died, while red carnations represent a living mother.)

According to some accounts, the first Father’s Day was celebrated in Washington state on June 19, 1910. A woman by the name of Sonora Smart Dodd came up with the idea of honoring and celebrating her father while listening to a Mother’s Day sermon at church in 1909. She felt as though mothers were getting all the acclaim while fathers were equally deserving of a day of praise. In 1972, during the Nixon administration, Father’s Day was officially recognized as a national holiday.

From the Blueagle Family,
Happy Mother’s and Father’s Day!

 It’s our wish that all our Clients who are mothers or fathers will have a wonderful day as we all celebrate all that you mean to so many. BTW, we couldn’t have gotten here without you guys- literally!

Cool websites to
visit this month:

CELEBRATE PARENTS

Honor Mothers and Fathers by creating your own card. Draw or copy/paste pictures.

Tell him/her what you like best about them. Thank them for something speci¬fic they’ve done to make your life happier and safer.

Try these websites to ¬ and some great Mother’s and Father’s Day Ideas and a little humor too.

But, what Parents want most may be to simply relax enjoy their special day.

https://www.today.com/slideshow/mother-s-day-cartoons-30324381

https://www.shutterstock.com/search/fathers+day+cartoons

https://www.shutterstock.com/search/mothers+day+cartoons

Start The Day Right, Head Outside And See The Light!

If Monday morning finds you not too eager to start a new week, the good news is: You can ban blue Mondays and hazardous hump days for good.

It’s easier now because it’s spring. The early morning sunshine can make you feel energetic and can boost your mood say authorities at the Sleep and Mood Disorders Laboratory at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland.

Maybe you’ve noticed that you already feel more awake in the morning. It’s because the time when dawn begins affects the body’s circadian rhythm.

To get your rhythm reset even better, get outside as soon as you wake up. An early morning walk is ideal but stepping out on your apartment balcony can help. Stretch and loosen up. Face the sun and inhale deeply as you raise your arms. Imagine that you are pulling energy-boosting light into your body.  Remember, if you take that walk you’ll be brighter and smarter when you get to work.

 When you’re in pain…

Doctors at the Mayo Clinic say that when you are in pain, exercise is probably the last thing on your mind. But it could be more important than you think.  (Be sure to follow the advice of your doctor though.)

Regular exercise is a versatile weapon in the fight against chronic pain. It may seem difficult to start, but your body will thank you, say the Mayo people.

What’s Making You Sick?

You are about to discover something that is presenting a real health risk to you and your family, and the proactive steps you can take to minimize that risks. This is something that you can’t see, taste, or touch but it’s quickly becoming one of the biggest health threats to families. …it’s your indoor air quality. Uncover and prevent this hidden health threat today.

The reason indoor air is such a problem today is because we have become so energy efficient. Our homes are sealed up tight – saving us on energy, but at the same time setting the stage for an environment of indoor pollution. Now, we all know how dangerous polluted outdoor can be but according to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) indoor air is 2 to 5 times more polluted than outdoor air! And today we spend about 90% of our time in these sealed up tight homes – trapped with all that indoor air.  The adverse effects on our health can range from mild irritations to our eyes and throat…to lifelong allergies, asthma, or worse. According the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) there are 3 things you can do to combat the problem of unhealthy indoor air.  (www.epa.gov)

• Source Control. This simply means get to the source of the pollution and contain it or eliminate it.
• A second way to improve your indoor air quality is to bring some of the outdoor air inside.
• Air Cleaners. The EPA also had this to say, “Keep the house clean. House dust mites, pollens, animal dander, and other allergy-causing agents can be reduced, although not eliminated, through regular cleaning.” When choosing an air cleaner do your research! Most air cleaners will claim to remove the usual allergens, but the higher end ones will also remove bacteria, viruses, and VOC’s.  (Toxic off gasses.)

When walking on solid surface flooring, the dust, dander, and dust mite body parts are kicked back into the air; whereas, your carpet and rugs are like big filters that traps pollutants. The American Lung Assoc. says, “Carpets may trap pollutants like dust mites, pet dander…particle pollution, lead, mold spores, pesticides, dirt, and dust.” (lung.org). When carpet becomes full or overloaded with pollutants they are redistributed back into the air with every step you take. Airborne particulates not only land on your furniture, but you and your children breath those pollutants into your lungs which may be causing an allergic reaction. The best action is regular carpet and rug cleaning maintenance.

Has the quality of your indoor air become an issue? We have been a dealer for an Indoor Air Filter System for over a decade that’s proven to provide relief to allergy suffers from pollutants, VOC’s and biological threats. Remember, carpet to a “filter” that gets full and needs to be cleaned. Is your carpet full? If it’s been 6-12 months since you had your carpets professionally cleaned, then the answer is “Yes!”

Fun Facts:

• 20 Years Ago (5/14/98): Last episode of Seinfeld on NBC.
• 65 Years Ago (5/4/53): Pulitzer Prize awarded to Ernest Hemingway (Old Man & The Sea).
• 65 Years Ago (5/29/53): Edmund P. Hillary & Tensing Norkay are 1st to reach summit of Mount Everest.
• 70 Years Ago (5/14/48): PM David Ben-Gurion establishes State of Israel.
• 90 Years Ago (5/15/28): Mickey Mouse made his 1st appearance.
• 95 Years Ago (5/4/23): New York State revokes Prohibition law.
• 110 Years Ago (5/10/1908): 1st Mother’s Day observed (Philadelphia).
• 130 Years Ago (5/7/1888): George Eastman patents “Kodak box camera.”
• 135 Years Ago (5/1/1883): “Buffalo Bill” Cody put on his 1st Wild West Show.
• 185 Years Ago (5/5/1833): John Deere makes 1st steel plow.
• 290 Years Ago (5/15/1718): James Puckle, a London lawyer, patents world’s 1st machine gun.

Cool Quotes:

“Only a virtuous people are capable of freedom. As nations become more corrupt and vicious, they have more need of masters.”  ~Benjamin Franklin

“I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.” ~Stephen Covey

Quotes of Devotion About Mothers and Fathers:

“Only a virtuous people are capable of freedom. As nations become more corrupt and vicious, they have more need of masters.”  ~Benjamin Franklin

“My mother had a great deal of trouble with me, but I think she enjoyed it.” ~Mark Twain

“A mother’s arms are more comforting than anyone else’s.” ~Princess Diana

“My heroes were and are my parents. I can’t see having anyone else as my heroes.”  ~Michael Jordan

“My dad was my best friend and greatest role model. He was an amazing dad, coach, mentor, soldier, husband and friend.”  ~Tiger Woods

Thank You!

 Thanks to YOU, the word is spreading! Thanks to all our wonderful clients who graciously refer Blueagle to their friends, relatives, associates and neighbors! Our family business runs on the positive comments and referrals from people just like you. We couldn’t do this without you! A special thanks to all these fine folks who referred us last couple months…

Andrea Carelock, Keith Sandman, Linda Jenkins, Jason & Janice Bordo, James & Carrie Broom, Alice Harris, Melanie Adams, Frankie Pitmon, Maggie Ellis, Ashley Childress, Sean Nelson, Randy Lindsey, Penny Sheppard, Martha Elliott, Doug & Claire Addison, Wendy Thomas, Carol Ostendorf, Vanessa Arlund, Lynn Haire, Linda Shenton, Brian & Jenny Musgrave.

Thanks for all the Kind Words!

I have used Blueagle for years for all of my carpet needs!  This local, small business never falls short of my expectations.  Don’t get lured in by coupons from national cleaning companies! Support this family owned business and you WILL NOT be disappointed. Dennis & Denise are wonderful & their crew is fantastic. I am always pleased with their prompt & professional service.  Denise always follows up with a courtesy call to check on customers after services. From toddler chairs to whole house cleaning, they are my #1 referral when people ask about carpet, rug, hard floor surfaces or upholstery cleaning & they also clean exteriors.  Sarah G.  Rock Hill

Outstanding Business of the Month:

Meet Matt Ashe, Owner/Operator of Metrolina Computer (803.329.1919)

Every issue we highlight a special Business. It’s our way of acknowledging good friends and saying “thanks” to local businesses who offer good services and support us with referrals and repeat business. Watch for your business friends here in an upcoming issue!

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