Keeping your mind in tip-top shape...not just your car!

1. DO TIRES HAVE AN EXPIRATION DATE?
Have you ever wondered if tires have an expiration date? If you
have, and since it’s not really a regular conversation item; chances are
that you have concluded that tires don’t have one. However, the truth is
that they do.
There comes a point when you should replace your car tires, even if
they don’t look worn out. Simply, because they have been around too
long and become unsafe.
If you aren’t sure how old your tires are or when they were
manufactured…take a glance at the side of the tire. You should see a
series of digits and alphabets. Just look at the last four digits. The first
two digits represent the week they were manufactured and the last two
digits represent the year.
For an example: 2114 would mean that your tire was manufactured
in the 21st
week of 2014. As a rule of thumb, experts have recommended
that you should think about replacing tires that were manufactured more
than 6 years ago. This will help to keep you and your loved ones safe
while traveling in your vehicle.
TIME FOR A LITTLE FUN IN THE SUN
While everyone is getting blasted by snow and blizzards, wishing
they were here; us Floridians can enjoy the many perks of living in
the sunshine state. Here are just a few ideas for having fun in the
sun during the winter months:
1. Take a walk along the amazing beaches
2. Head to Universal Studios
3. Enjoy a fun filled day at Disney World
4. Watch the incredible sunrise and sunsets
5. Check out the Venetian Pool
Keeping Your Mind in Tip-Top Shape…Not Just Your Car!
This free issue of Braking News is
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January 2015
January Events
Jan 1: New Year’s Day
Jan 3: Festival of Sleep Day
Jan 6: Epiphany
Jan 8: Elvis’ Birthday
Jan 10: Houseplant Appreciation Day
Jan 14: Dress Up Your Pet Day
Jan 15: National Hat Day
Jan 19: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Jan 23: National Pie Day
Jan 29: National Puzzle Day
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The Funny Bone
Those Darn Office Machines
A young executive was leaving
the office at 6 PM when he
found the CEO standing in
front of a shredder with a piece
of paper in his hand.
"Listen," said the CEO, "this is
a very sensitive and important
document, and my secretary
has left. Can you make this
thing work?"
"Certainly," said the young
executive. He turned the
machine on, inserted the paper,
and pressed the start button.
"Excellent, excellent!" said the
CEO as his paper disappeared
inside the machine. "I just need
one copy."
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Quick & Easy Goulash
This is a quick and easy meal. Serve it up with a salad and loaf of bread…delish!
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 (29 ounce) cans tomato sauce, spaghetti sauce, or salsa
1 (16 ounce) package macaroni
1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.
2. In a Dutch oven, brown ground beef over medium heat. Add chopped
onion, and cook until onion is soft. Add green pepper and tomato sauce;
cook until pepper is soft.
3. Serve sauce over pasta. Enjoy!
Kick it up a notch…add green chilies, garlic, your favorite spices, Tabasco sauce, and
sprinkle parmesan cheese on top. The sky is the limit…let your imagination soar!
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Thank you to all of our amazing
clients that have referred us business
time after time. Our business
depends on the positive comments
and referrals from people just like
you. Every month we take a moment
to thank the client who has sent us
the greatest number of referrals over
the past month!
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Martha Schultz
Client of the Month
Each month, we are thrilled to select
one special client who has touched
our hearts and brought a smile to all
of us. Thank you to this month’s
Client of the Month! Thank you for
your support of our business and we
look forward to seeing you soon!
This month’s
Client of the Month is
Stan Szarski
How To Get Rid of Your Christmas Tree?
The holiday season is coming to a close, leaving you with a dried up, needle-
dropping, prickly mess. Check out these ideas…
 Many communities have a Boy Scout troop that picks up trees for
donations. Give them a call.
 Check with your local recycling facility to see if your community offers
free pickups.
 Turn it into mulch and make the holidays a wonderful addition to your
spring garden.
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Here is this month’s trivia question:
Which is NOT a way to stay active in winter?
A. Have a snowball fight
B. Sign up for a new class or sport
C. Be a couch potato and use the remote
D. Be a kid and play
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Things To Purchase After The Holidays
So, you didn’t get what you wanted for the holidays. No worries, we have
some very good news for you. There are many items that are best purchased
after the holidays and tend to be cheaper when you wait.
 If owning the most up-to-date technology isn’t a top priority, then wait till
the Back-to-School season to purchase a laptop. Many retailers need to
make room for their new inventory and will discount older models.
 The biggest electronic trade shows of the year happen in January and
February. That will give way to older camera models being sold at
discounts of 30% or more near President’s Day weekend.
 Since it’s cold outside and the riding season dwindles down, bicycles are
ripe for discounts after the holiday rush and retailers typically will throw in
extra accessories to entice consumers’ business.
 If you’re interested in buying a used car…April will hold the best deals for
you. Dealers tend to buy the most cars at auction during this month. So,
not only will it give you a great price to shop, but the best selection as
well.
Happy Shopping!
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Helping Your Houseplants Survive the Winter
Plants growth rate is significantly slower during the winter months. Here
are a few suggestions to help them survive the cold, winter months:
 They do not require as much water. Put your finger in the soil about
1 inch down. If it feels dry, give it a good soaking. Be sure to use
lukewarm water.
 The angle of the sun changes during the winter months. You might
want to place your plants near a different window for the season and
rotate your plants regularly. This will help make sure they receive
light evenly on all sides.
 Fertilization is not necessary during the winter. Withhold food until
next spring when the days are longer and the sun is stronger.
 Use a damp cloth and wipe the leaves to get rid of any dust. This
will unclog the pores and allow them to absorb essential nutrients.
 Frequently mist your plants. Houseplants prefer a level of 40-50%
humidity. During the winter, our heated homes tend to only be at
10-20%.
“The greatest good you can do for another is not just
share your riches, but reveal to them their own.”
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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4. IN THIS ISSUE
Do Tires Have An Expiration Date
Time For A Little Fun In The Sun
Quick & Easy Goulash
How To Get Rid of Your Christmas Tree
Helping Your Plants Survive Winter
Things To Purchase After The Holidays
Win The Grand Prize
January Events
Money Saving Offers
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