Southwestern Chopped Salad with Cilantro Dressing Salad Ingredients: Large head of romaine lettuce 15 oz. can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 large orange bell pepper 1 pint cherry tomatoes 2 cups corn 5 green onions Directions: Finely chop romaine, bell pepper, tomatoes, and green onions. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and mix to combine. Toss with desired dressing. Creamy Cilantro-Lime Dressing: 1 cup loosely packed cilantro, stems removed and chopped ½ of an avocado or ½ cup Greek yogurt 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice (about ½ a lime) 1-2 cloves of garlic ¼ cup olive oil 1½ tsp. white vinegar 1/8 tsp. salt Directions: Puree all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Relieve the Itch! The hot days and warm evenings of summertime mean not only more time spent outside, but also more chances of getting bitten by those pesky mosquitos that thrive in the warmth. The following are all natural remedies to relieve the itch and avoid the possible infections that can come from scratching what itches. Cold tea bags – a cold wet tea bag placed on the bite will reduce the itch and redness. Onion – place a slice of onion on the affected area for a few minutes to reduce swelling Toothpaste – Dab a small amount of toothpaste on the bite for quick relief. Aspirin – Aspirin has anti-inflammatory properties and contains salicylic acid that helps reduce redness, sting and itching. Crush the tablet in an ounce of water and swab on the area. Witch Hazel or Alcohol – A small amount dabbed on the site will calm inflamed skin and reduce itchiness. Lavender essential oil – Dabbing a small amount on the affected area can relieve itching quickly. Salt – Simply moisten the bitten area then rub table salt on it to get itch relief. Basil – Crush fresh basil and apply the paste on the bite. Leave on for a few minutes and then rinse. Baking Soda – Make a thick paste with water and apply to the bites for 10 minute. Baking soda contains alkaline compound which will neutralize the pH of skin which can help ease inflammation and calm the irritation. Milk – For a soothing compress, soak a wash cloth in warm milk and apply to the skin. Aloe – Rub a small amount of aloe vera gel and let it dry before rinsing off to relieve itching. Apple Cider Vinegar – Soak a cotton ball in apple cider vinegar and place it on the bite and leave it there for 5-10 minutes to stop the pain and itch. Banana Peel – Rub the inside of a banana peel on the bit to reduce inflammation and itch. Honey –Honey is full of anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties which will soothe the bite. Lemon or Lime Juice – These juices contain anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties and can help to prevent infection and reduce itchiness. Tea Tree Oil – The natural anti-inflammatory properties of this oil will help reduce swelling and prevent infection. Ice – To reduce swelling and numb the itch away, use an ice pack. Or just rub an ice cube over the bite to soothe the itch. For this and other all-natural remedies go to www.realbeautyspot.com
Gramercy Villas’ August Newsletter TAKE PART IN THE 117TH WESTERN IDAHO FAIR The Western Idaho Fair at Expo Idaho is one of the few fairs in the Northwest that can boast about having this annual event in three different centuries! The first was in 1897 and we will be celebrating the 117th Western Idaho Fair this month. Featuring the best of Idaho’s livestock, along with agricultural exhibitions in the Ag Pavilion, concerts, rides, and over 250 exhibitions, this year’s event is sure to have something for everyone to enjoy. Performers this year are to include Pat Benatar, Jerrod Neiman, Theory of Deadman, and Gary Allan. This ten day event runs from August 21August 30. Be sure to head on over to Expo Idaho to take part in this annual fun.
Reminder! Schools with a traditional calendar schedule in the West Ada School District will resume on August 24, 2015. Students who attend a school with a modified calendar will resume on August 10, 2015. Be sure to go to the district website at www.westada.org to get information about registration and individual school and grade supply lists. New students may register online. School supplies are on sale now, so be sure to stock up for the year!
Property Manager Sue Dominiak Maintenance Eric Salle Nate McFain Porter Chase Borchardt
Gramercy Leasing Office Hours Monday through Friday 12 pm – 6 pm
The Storage Bonus One of the benefits of apartment living is that you don’t have as much storage as you would in a single family dwelling. Now you might ask how that is a benefit. Well, simply said, knowing that you won’t have as much storage will help you to be more conscientious when you go to acquire new items. When you go to purchase the item, you will want to visually decide where and if it will fit. It may even keep you from purchasing items that are not really necessities or real desires. This will allow you showcase the items you really love and avoid making your space cluttered. With this in mind, making the most of the space you do have is essential. Some ideas for additional storage in your apartment: 1. Use the shoe racks on the back of all of the doors in your apartment. These are not good just for holding shoes, but also cleaning supplies, office supplies, and additional pantry items. On the back of cabinet doors you can use “over the door racks (shown below) to store items, as well. 2. Use all of the cabinet space. Be sure to stack items whenever possible taking advantage of taller cabinets. Two tiered lazy-susan’s also help to make the most of the space. 3. Use counter top space to your advantage. By adding, tiered organizers (as shown below) you are able to maximize areas of the countertop you don’t use for food prep. or countertop appliances. These are also great to use in the bathroom areas. 4. Look for stand-alone storage units (see below) which are easy to assemble, and often times can provide additional space on top as well. Looking for more great ideas, check out Pinterest, Amazon, and Bed, Bath, and Beyond for super organizing and storage ideas.
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