Northern Poconos Real Estate News

What screams summer more than an ice cream cone? This season, decorate your door with a beloved sweet treat that you won’t have to worry about melting!

Materials

Chicken wire

12-inch foam half ball

Wire/zip ties

Wire cutters

Pliers

Hot glue gun

Hot glue

Burlap

Brown flowers

White flowers

Pink flowers

Red flowers

String

Directions:  

Summer is here, and with it, longer days and more time to spend outside enjoying the warm weather. Make the next three months memorable with these weeknight activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Stargaze for a few hours.

The clearer the sky, the better the view of the stars at night. Set up a blanket in the yard, get some snacks ready, and relax as you point out constellations with family and friends. Don’t forget the bug spray, or make these easy DIY bug repelling torches.

We’ve all heard the old adage that on particularly warm summer days, it could be hot enough to fry an egg right on the sidewalk. But sometimes it feels like we could do the same right on our car dashboards, too.

Depending on where you live and how long your car has been sitting, it’s internal temperature could skyrocket to more than 120°F, though with no air flow, feels even hotter than that!

Perfectly patriotic pancakes—red velvet pancakes topped with fresh blueberries and a homemade whipped maple cream.

Serves 4

Ingredients: For the pancakes

1 cup flour

3 teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon sugar

1 tablespoon cocoa powder

1 egg

1¼ cups buttermilk

2 tablespoons butter, melted

4 teaspoon red food coloring

Ingredients: For maple cream and topping

2 cups heavy cream

¼ cup maple syrup

1 cup blueberries

Ingredients:

You never get a second chance to make a great first impression. Nowhere does this saying strike a greater chord than in the real estate industry, where most buyers jump to a conclusion about a potential home after just one glance.

One way to make your home stand out is to consult with a professional home stager. The idea behind bringing in a stager is creating a positive and memorable first impression to prospective buyers.

Refreshing home brewed sweet tea flavored with summer peaches and fragrant lavender-all you need is a front porch and a rocking chair, southern summer bliss.

Serves 4

Ingredients: For the simple syrup

• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup water

Ingredients: For the tea

• 2 quarts water
• 1 quart peach juice
• 6 sprigs lavender
• 4 earl grey tea bags

Ingredients: For garnish

• Lavender sprigs
• Fresh peach slices

The 4^th of July is one of the most exciting holidays of the year, with picnics, fireworks, and plenty of delicious food. Though this beloved occasion is a blast for American’s, our pets might not find the loud noises associated with the day, quite as fun.

If your pet is one of many affected by the fireworks displays and firecrackers, follow these tips to keep them safe and content.

Test for the quietest area of your home.