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Let Light in your living spaces.”

To connect to the natural world within your home, consider these ideas:

Foster Tranquility

Taking a stroll through the forest can summon feelings of tranquility. Capture this inner peace at home from the moment you step inside with a fiberglass woodgrain entry door. Those from ProVia provide authenticlooking woodgrain textures, such as oak, cherry, mahogany, knotty alder and fir, and can accommodate various door glass enhancements. Engineered for energy efficiency, they’re also a sustainable choice, helping you protect the natural world as you embrace its splendor. Other design choices, such as exposed rustic ceiling timbers, rich hardwood furniture, warm hardwood floors and vinyl woodgrain windows can help you carry the forest motif throughout the home, while imbuing interiors with richness and warmth.

“If you’re lacking natural light, it’s time to open those blinds and drapes and let the sunlight stream through your windows. It may also be time to consider a few enhancements that will help you enjoy more sunshine and observe your natural surroundings, even when you can’t be outdoors,” says Kline.

For kitchens and breakfast nooks, bathrooms and dens, consider vinyl garden windows, which invite more light into your space and include shelves ideal for housing indoor plants, such as fragrant herbs. Their threedimensional design helps give rooms an airy, spacious feel. Family rooms and bedrooms are great locations for vinyl picture windows, which let in large amounts of light while providing unobstructed views of outdoor scenery. Need inspiration? Visit ProVia’s Window Photo Gallery at www.provia.com/ windows.

To brighten your foyer, add an entry door with glass. Energy efficient sliding glass patio doors also let in sunlight, and give you the option to invite fresh air into your home or enjoy the melodies of singing birds on nice days. Skylights can flood small or closed-off spaces such as walk-in closets or bathrooms with light and give you views of blue skies.

Let it Grow

To give your home a welcoming, fresh feel, add various houseplants and indulge in fresh-cut flowers. A windowsill with small plants of varying shades of green can add texture, while larger potted plants near doorways help guests feel welcome. Fill dark, underutilized spaces with taller plants and place bright, lightly-scented garden flowers in such spots as the

Before You

WHEN REPLYING TO A LBYL AD BE SURE TO MAKE ALL CHECKS OUT TO THE VALLEY TRADER. EACH REPLY IS $4.00.

You must renew your ad every 2 issues for it to run in the next issue. And it MUST be written. Ads are not taken by phone.

Please note that no ads for alternative lifestyles will be placed anymore. Ads will be placed according to publisher’s discretion.

Must be 18 or over to use this column.

ATTENTION NOTICE

If you send us an ad to run in this section, you must include your real name and address or we will not be able to print your ad. No one ever knows who you are except for the person who handles the replies in my office. Thank you for understanding in this simple matter.

Did you meet someone or go further with your relationship? We want to know. Send us your testimonial.

Testimonials: (Looking for some new comments of success)

Fall 1991 and January 1992 Testimonials: My cousin and his new wife (both in their early 40’s) were visiting my mom, my sister, and I. My sister asks, “So, how did you meet?” They kind of giggled and asked each other, “Should we tell them?” They said they met through the LBYL column. My sister and I decided we would try our fare at meeting “Mr. Right”. (BTW, my cousin and his wife are still married and hopelessly in love.) My sister didn’t have much luck, but in January 1992, I saw this ad that kept drawing my attention. As described, he really wasn’t what I was looking for, but... We met later that month for the first time; got engaged in 1993 and married in 1994. We will celebrate our 25th anniversary this October and we have a 23-year-old daughter who lives out of state. Thank you, LBYL!

Mr. & Mrs. J.N. 4/4/17 Testimonial: I placed an ad 1/2/94 and met the love of my life. He has 3 boys and I have 3 girls. We were married 8/26/95 and now we’re the Brady Bunch. Thanks for helping us find each other. KP/DP

I will always be grateful to your paper Valley Trader. My husband DH wrote to me and we have been happily married almost 12 wonderful years. We’ve been through many trials and joys and so glad we found each other. K.W/ K.H.

“Thanks Again Valley Trader, Friends! Years ago I put an ad in your paper and we were married almost 20 years & then our lord called him home.”

-HR

“My brother met his wife Bonnie through your column. They have a son named Jake! He’s our pride and joy!” –CW

L.B.Y.L. Readers: It would help a lot if you put your town location in your ad. Distance is important when replying to an ad.

Thanks. – The Valley Trader

PLEASE RESPOND

– We have had several people who have responded to personals in our column, and received no response in return. We would like to request that you send at least a post card to each and every response you receive, just out of courtesy to those taking the time to write you. Also, don’t forget to include either a phone number or address in your letter when responding to an ad.

IN ORDER TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN IC RESIDENTS AND OTHER RESIDENTS WE HAVE DECIDED TO PUT EACH IN THEIR OWN SECTION.

Tired of not meeting that special someone at work, at the bar, or wherever you have been looking? Look no further than Look Before You Leap men and woman our other supporting single services. We want to help you! What do you have to lose? Just your loneliness. So do it. Send in your ad or send in a response. See directions at beginning of section on how to be a part of the Look Before You Leap.

DO NOT SEND CASH IN YOUR LETTERS TO ANY IC. IT WON’T BE ACCEPTED AND LETTER WILL NOT BE DELIVERED.

Regular:

SWtM, lonely, depressed, 6’2”-185, short gray hair/blue eyes, 61. Tired of living alone, being alone. Looking to find my true soulmate. Looking for an Asian woman, 45-55, 5’ to 5’2”, 110 lbs, 36C-2234, waist length coal black hair, blue eyes, honest, loyal, faithful to her man. Non-smoker, non-drinker, non-druggie, no tatoo’s, no body piercings, no bluegreen-orange-yellow hair, no black goth. Must be a great cook. Must be able to prepare a full holiday meal. Incarcerated need not apply to ad. Tired of coming home each night to an empty apartment, empty bed. It’s nice to have someone to come home to.

RM26969 3/13

Looking for my Teddy Bear, I’ll be your kitten. This John 3:16 Christian Wt. Lady (70) has many interests: writing, art, nature, nutrition & cooking. Let me make your favorite meal! I’ll respect you and hopefully make you smile. Nonsmoker please. Kindness a must. Phone friend OK for now. Disabilities OK as well. KO26897 4/3 IC’s: for pen pals. First incarceration, not violent or drug related. An interesting story actually. “Robin Hood” offense.

SM26951IC

SWtFIC, looking for companionship. Just turned 50 & am in prison for life. Look forward to communicating with someone. KB26953IC FIC, blonde, blue eyes, 5’6”-135. Like to swim & hike. Love the outdoors, camping. I’m very loyal, honest, & hard working.

TP26954IC

SWtFIC, lonely, 58, looking for a companion, maybe more. I am willing to relocate for the right person. Please respond as I am looking forward to meeting somebody.

PS26955IC

SWtFIC, 48, blue eyes, brown hair, 5’3”, 140 lbs., looking for a fresh start with someone that I can build with whether that be friendship or companion. Don’t be afraid to pick up the pen & write because I’ll be waiting. TS26956IC SWtFIC, sexy, sweetheart, fun, loving, affectionate, patient, kind hearted, open minded, loyal. Seeking long term relationship. I’ll bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart.

HS26957IC FIC, Italian princess looking for her prince. Sexy, smart loves to laugh, love to have fun in many ways. Don’t be afraid. I won’t bite. JB26958IC FIC, 40, long dark black/ brown hair, eyes dark brown, 130 lbs. Mixed with Mexican & Irish & a few other races. Have 3 kids & a li’l dog. I love nature walks, camping, & being on or by the water. I’ve been locked up for 2 years. Looking for support, friendship, & a charming smile. Can’t wait to hear back.

RH26959IC SWtFIC, 58, brown hair, blue eyes, looking for a companion to share life with. Like to write & like to have fun. Young at heart & easy to get along with. PJ26960IC SWtFIC, 48, looking for a fresh start & to find someone that I can laugh with, talk to, become friends with & possibly more. I’ll be waiting to hear from you. TS26960IC SWtFIC, 48, looking for a fresh start & someone I can laugh with, talk to, become friends with, and possibly more. I’ll be waiting to hear from you.

TS26961IC

SWtFIC, 33, brown hair, brown eyes, athletic build, family oriented, generous, hard working. Looking for friend, companion, AM26962IC SFIC, sexy, Italian, looking for that man to have fun, laugh & that I can satisfy in every way. Let me be your one.

JB26963IC SWtFIC, fun, sexy, affectionate, romantic, loyal, kindhearted, understanding, adventurous. Seeking long term relationship, 50+. I’ll bring a smile to your face & a warmth to your heart.

CS26964IC

FIC, sexy, Italian princess. Loves to laugh. Willing to try new things. Willing to relocate. Looking for her prince to have fun.

JB26965IC

FIC, 40, blonde, getting out soon. Looking for someone to make my time fly by. Curves for days, green eyes, 5’7”, stacked up top & round bottom. Easy to talk to & an even better listener. Love music & movies. Can’t wait to be out & enjoy life again.

PM26966IC

SWtFIC, attractive, fun, loving, affectionate, loyal, patient, openminded, sense of humor, adventurous, educated, relocatible. For serious relationship, someone to live & enjoy life with.

HS26968IC SWtFIC, seeking M/F companionship. Enjoys outdoors, camping, art, animals, beach, ocean, cooking, sports, music, astrology. Athletic build, blue eyes, way above average girl next door.

CB26970IC

FIC, housewife seeking situation from kind, benevolent man. I love to travel & being real close. I need a great man who has pursued his goals & is happy & free. KE26971IC FIC, seeking friends with benefits. I am happy to please, submissive, attractive & enjoy amorous things. You must be generous & very employed. KE26972IC SWtFIC, seeking companionship, visits & friends to form lasting heartfelt, meaningful relationships. Am quiet, attractive, hard working & patient.

TD26974IC SWtFIC, 48, looking for someone that I can laugh with, talk to, become friends with & possibly more. Willing to re-locate. I’ll be waiting to hear from you.

TS26975IC FIC, sweet, hot, fun inmate, soon to be released. Searching for potential mate. Must be very generous, handsome, love dogs, music & making money.

KE26976IC

FIC, sexy Italian Princess loves to laugh, talk, try new things. Willing to relocate if need be. Looking for my prince that I’ll do anything for.

JB26977IC

SWtFIC, 33, easygoing, funny, genuine. Loves to work out, athletic build. Looking for friendship, someone I can talk to. Could lead into something more. I’m very loyal & open to meeting people. You will not regret reaching out to me. Picture will be enclosed when I hear from you.

AM26978IC kitchen island and coffee tables. Use earthen or wood-carved vases for additional warmth.

FIC, 47, long brown hair, hazel eyes, 120 lbs., outgoing & down to earth. Looking for an older gentelman to spend my time with & possibly my future. ST26979IC WE DO NOT RUN ANY IC-LBYL ADS WITHOUT YOUR IDENTIFYING NUMBER. THESE MAILINGS ARE RETURNED BACK TO US, NON DELIVERABLE. ALSO YOU MUST SIGN UP FOR MAIL FROM LBYL. Inmates, seems you may need to be on some kind of mailing list at the prison. Inquire at your place.

The Valley Trader would like to thank everyone who places an ad in this column and also the people who respond. The number of responses we have been receiving has been GREAT!!! If you meet that “special person” from communicating through our column, let us know. Did you marry? Are you dating? We would like to know! Write us a short note we can print. Of course, we’ll only print it with your initials.

ATTENTION: We have no control over where our Look Before You Leap ads arrive from, and being a free press, we will place them in our column.

Create Drama

From the warm brown tones of a picturesque southwestern mesa to the cool, earthy feel of quarried rock, manufactured stone veneer adds rugged texture, intriguing patterns and shapes, and a variety of hues straight from Earth’s natural color palette.

Whether you’re creating a focal point in a bedroom with an accent wall, adding character to your kitchen with a stone veneer backsplash, surrounding a tub with stone veneer for a spa-like bathroom, or highlighting your fireplace, different stone profiles and grout colors can help you customize the look. Experiment with combinations using ProVia’s visualizer tool found at provia.com/ stone/grout-visualizer.

“Incorporating biophilic elements into your interior design can transform your home into a warm respite from your busy life,” says Kline

THEME: BOARD GAMES

ACROSS

1. G in mg

5. Medicinal amt.

8. Say no

11. Popular Scotch mixer

12. Country dance formation

13. List of candidates

15. Certain battery component

16. Exclamation of sorrow

17. *”The Game of Unspeakable Fun”

18. *”Fascinating two-handed strategy game”

20. Dutch cheese

21. Not quite right

22. *”I thee ____”

23. Cr譥 de ____

26. Where Japan is

30. Part of circumference

31. Threatened Asian or African odd-toed ungulate

34. Ready for picking

35. Reasons to sue

37. Romanian money

38. English county

39. Popular Arabic name

40. Lemon, in Paris

42. Latissimus dorsi, for short

43. Angola’s southern neighbor

45. Dairy farm glands

47. Relax, or ____ out

48. Brooke or John Jacob, of New York

50. USPS delivery

52. *Cards against what?

55. Medicinal plant with purple berries

56. Bug-eyed

57. Tiny bottle

59. a.k.a. jumping bone

60. Plucked string instrument

61. Makes a mistake

62. *”____ Day,” desirable square in The Game of Life

63. Bard’s before

64. Rip apart

DOWN

1. Govt. property org.

2. Fabled fliers

3. Mine passage

4. India’s Chennai, pre-1996

5. Flooring choice, pl.

6. Hose woes

7. 100 centavos in Mexico

8. Rum cake

9. Particle in A-bomb

10. What’s-old-is-new-again prefix

12. Somewhat late

13. Be at the helm

14. *Not chutes

19. #39 Across, pl.

22. Is no longer

23. *Trade, build, settle this island

24. Oenophile’s concern

25. Curtain fabric

26. *Connect how many?

27. Theater passage

28. Asparagus unit

29. Written works

32. Hipbones

33. Butterfly catcher

36. *Like pursuit of no vital importance

38. “____ ____ a high note”

40. A Camel, for short

41. Result of equipment failure

44. The beauty of the ball?

46. Morgan Freeman in “Driving Miss Daisy,” e.g.

48. Sign of bad news

49. Inflict a blow

50. Supernatural life force

51. Drunkard, slangily

52. Exhibiting good health

53. Swing seat, sometimes

54. Knitter’s supply

55. Tree fluid

58. Dropped drug, acr.

How well do you know your home’s HVAC system?

(BPT) - How well do you know your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, or HVAC, system? Like any product, you want to keep it in working order, and being HVAC savvy will help you keep this vital equipment working more efficiently regardless of the temperatures outside.

Here are some important aspects of your HVAC system you should know:

The Average Lifespan of HVAC

Generally, with proper maintenance most residential HVAC systems have a typical lifespan between 10 to 20 years. For instance, an increase in dust on surfaces in your home could be a signal to replace the furnace filter, which should be done monthly for optimal performance. Loud noises from the HVAC or inconsistent room temperature can also indicate the need for maintenance or an upgrade.

Although an HVAC may continue to provide comfort during this timeframe, the average homeowner may still seek to replace an HVAC system during this period for a variety of reasons, such as rising energy bills which could also be a signal that the HVAC is not operating as efficiently as newer models.

State-of-theart HVAC Technology

While most people are familiar with central HVAC systems, some homeowners might not know about “mini-split” systems. A “mini- split” system, typically ductless, both heats and cools. There is an indoor and outdoor unit; the outdoor unit does most of the work while the indoor unit distributes the heating or cooling.

Mini-Split HVAC units with inverter technology, like those from LG Electronics, provide zoned heating or cooling where you need it, all while providing you with an opportunity to reduce your reliance on fossil fuel. This ductless system allows you to select comfort settings for each zone or room in your home and then control the temperature, volume, and direction of airflow, all according to your preference. ENERGY STAR® certified models are available and, in addition to being more eco-friendly than a traditional HVAC system, can help cut your cooling costs by up to 30 percent.

Know the SEER Rating

The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating of your air conditioner is a measurement of the product’s cooling output in comparison to the total electric energy input. The SEER rating, which can range from 13 to over 30, represents the heat pump cooling and air conditioning efficiency.

You’ll want to know the rating to help you understand the efficiency of your unit when it works at its maximum potential. In general, the higher the rating, the better. For example, your air conditioner should have a SEER rating of at least 14.5 to qualify as an ENERGY STAR product.

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