There was a garage sale at Highlands Storage in South Lakeland on Saturday. There were approximately seven units of merchandise for sale. These items included Residential merchandise and Office furniture.
Not alot was sold - probably due to the economy. Many people loved the idea of being able to come inside to shop the garage sales, instead of being out in the heat!
The talk was to have another one this weekend! A couple more people have requested units for so they can join in. So, it appears Highlands Storage will open it's doors again for another garage sale. Watch for the signs on 98S, they are located in the Parkway Center behind Barry Motorsports.
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Monday, September 29, 2008
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Prepare for Hurricane Season and MORE!
Many of us have weathered years of hurricane activity in Lakeland Florida and the surrounding areas of Bartow and Highland City. We find ourselves in the midst of another hurricane season (July – November), in which the forecasters are calling for an above average season! Just what we do not need!
I still have terrible memories of the year 3 Hurricanes crossed our path in a short amount of time! Seems like just as we began cleaning up from one – here came the next! I think many of us had become complacent with all the warnings and watches of previous years, that many people did not prepare at all.
This year I hope many people will heed the warnings and even prepare before any come our way. I have already had all our yard work and trees trimmed. The yard is cleared of unnecessary items. Yes, I did leave some basics out, of course. I am sure I will need the hose and trashcans in between now and a possible storm! The porch has been cleared of those items collected when you have children and just the basic furniture is left to deal with in an emergency situation.
Luckily, I have a garage to place the few items into when or if a storm heads towards Lakeland, Florida. Unfortunately, I have so much in my garage that my cars won’t fit! Not a good thing. So now comes the dilemma. “What can I do?” I have to determine what is in the best interest personally and financially.
I have cleaned out a lot of the “gunk” in the garage that has been collected by family members. There is still not enough room to protect my cars if a hurricane passes thru Lakeland. So the next question I have to ask myself is, “Do I really need all these things?” The mother in me says “NO!” “Now what do I do with the items I can part with?” If I lived in a subdivision that allowed garage sales – that would be my answer. But I don’t. I used to donate a majority of the items I wanted to get rid of – then again I look at the economy and another question forms. “Should I try to sell the items and get a little cash?” Ugh, that’s right can’t have a garage sale.
Back to the previous question then, “What do I do?” I guess the answer right now would be to move the items to a storage unit for safekeeping. Highlands Storage is right down the road and they provide inside climate controlled units and allow me access to my items 24/7. This will keep my items safe and yet I can go retrieve anything I need, anytime I want!
So, once I move the items to the storage unit, I will have space in my garage to park the cars and keep them safe during hurricane season. This will protect my cars from possible severe damage from flying debris if South Lakeland is in the path of another hurricane.
Another positive to moving the items to storage is the children will probably forget about a number of the items they just “HAVE” to keep! Out of sight out of mind may help me in the long run get rid of some more items. Unfortunately, it does not solve the “No Garage Sale” dilemma. Oh! But I have an idea, “what if” Highlands Storage had an inside Garage Sale one weekend? I think I found the answer. I cannot be the only person in all these subdivisions that wants to have a garage sale! Now, comes the organization of a new idea.
If you live in South Lakeland Florida and are interested in participating in an indoor garage sale – Highlands Storage in South Lakeland off 98 South, behind Barry Motor Sports and just down from the new Publix in Highland City, is going to start taking a list of persons interested so they can schedule a garage sale!! Yeah! You can contact them at 863-644-2391 or 863-644-2701 or email them info@highlandsstorage.com
I feel like I have accomplished a lot just sitting here and writing my blog today! I started with preparing for the 2008 Hurricane season to finding a place to have my garage sale! Today is going to be a good day.
I started this blog to go on my Inside Lakeland Florida Blog, but now I think it will be posted on about 3 blogs. Highlands Storage wants to include it in their tips blog and I think I will place it in my personal one too!
I still have terrible memories of the year 3 Hurricanes crossed our path in a short amount of time! Seems like just as we began cleaning up from one – here came the next! I think many of us had become complacent with all the warnings and watches of previous years, that many people did not prepare at all.
This year I hope many people will heed the warnings and even prepare before any come our way. I have already had all our yard work and trees trimmed. The yard is cleared of unnecessary items. Yes, I did leave some basics out, of course. I am sure I will need the hose and trashcans in between now and a possible storm! The porch has been cleared of those items collected when you have children and just the basic furniture is left to deal with in an emergency situation.
Luckily, I have a garage to place the few items into when or if a storm heads towards Lakeland, Florida. Unfortunately, I have so much in my garage that my cars won’t fit! Not a good thing. So now comes the dilemma. “What can I do?” I have to determine what is in the best interest personally and financially.
I have cleaned out a lot of the “gunk” in the garage that has been collected by family members. There is still not enough room to protect my cars if a hurricane passes thru Lakeland. So the next question I have to ask myself is, “Do I really need all these things?” The mother in me says “NO!” “Now what do I do with the items I can part with?” If I lived in a subdivision that allowed garage sales – that would be my answer. But I don’t. I used to donate a majority of the items I wanted to get rid of – then again I look at the economy and another question forms. “Should I try to sell the items and get a little cash?” Ugh, that’s right can’t have a garage sale.
Back to the previous question then, “What do I do?” I guess the answer right now would be to move the items to a storage unit for safekeeping. Highlands Storage is right down the road and they provide inside climate controlled units and allow me access to my items 24/7. This will keep my items safe and yet I can go retrieve anything I need, anytime I want!
So, once I move the items to the storage unit, I will have space in my garage to park the cars and keep them safe during hurricane season. This will protect my cars from possible severe damage from flying debris if South Lakeland is in the path of another hurricane.
Another positive to moving the items to storage is the children will probably forget about a number of the items they just “HAVE” to keep! Out of sight out of mind may help me in the long run get rid of some more items. Unfortunately, it does not solve the “No Garage Sale” dilemma. Oh! But I have an idea, “what if” Highlands Storage had an inside Garage Sale one weekend? I think I found the answer. I cannot be the only person in all these subdivisions that wants to have a garage sale! Now, comes the organization of a new idea.
If you live in South Lakeland Florida and are interested in participating in an indoor garage sale – Highlands Storage in South Lakeland off 98 South, behind Barry Motor Sports and just down from the new Publix in Highland City, is going to start taking a list of persons interested so they can schedule a garage sale!! Yeah! You can contact them at 863-644-2391 or 863-644-2701 or email them info@highlandsstorage.com
I feel like I have accomplished a lot just sitting here and writing my blog today! I started with preparing for the 2008 Hurricane season to finding a place to have my garage sale! Today is going to be a good day.
I started this blog to go on my Inside Lakeland Florida Blog, but now I think it will be posted on about 3 blogs. Highlands Storage wants to include it in their tips blog and I think I will place it in my personal one too!
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Garage Sales in South Lakeland
I wish I had a million readers so maybe I would get numerous responses to my blogs that request information! LOL maybe one day all of Lakeland Florida and the surrounding areas like: Bartow, Highland City, Mulberry, and Winter Haven will be reading my blog! But for now those of you who do visit, I have a question.
I live in a subdivision that does not allow garage sales! Yes, I can understand the reasonings to a degree, but I have a bunch of things I would really like to sell. I tried the ebay thing once and it was not a great experience. The lady who lived across the country couldnt understand why she did not receive the item the next day! Of course she did not pay for over night deliver, that was beside the point! OMG people! Anyway, back to the question.
Do most subdivisions not allow garage sales in South Lakeland? If this is the case - should I start a flea market in South Lakeland??? Would have to find large piece of property and stuff, just wondering what other people in the area thought?
Or are there options out there in South Lakeland, Bartow, or Highland City that I am not aware of?
Thanks for your input!
I live in a subdivision that does not allow garage sales! Yes, I can understand the reasonings to a degree, but I have a bunch of things I would really like to sell. I tried the ebay thing once and it was not a great experience. The lady who lived across the country couldnt understand why she did not receive the item the next day! Of course she did not pay for over night deliver, that was beside the point! OMG people! Anyway, back to the question.
Do most subdivisions not allow garage sales in South Lakeland? If this is the case - should I start a flea market in South Lakeland??? Would have to find large piece of property and stuff, just wondering what other people in the area thought?
Or are there options out there in South Lakeland, Bartow, or Highland City that I am not aware of?
Thanks for your input!
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Home Scenting a Good Idea When Selling Your Home
Stop and smell your home!
Our senses become accustomed to the scent of our home whether good or bad. Therefore, we need to look at the options that are available to insure that the aroma is always pleasant to our family and friends.
Numerous products are offered for purchase to assist in providing your home a wonderful smell. Many scents are available; choose one that is pleasing to the entire family. You may like cinnamon, but your husband may have a major dislike to the scent. It is best to consider all members of the household before making the decision of which scent to use in your home.
Safety is a major factor in deciding how to scent your home. If children are included in the household, be careful as to the placement and type of products. Another couple of concerns may be allergies and breathing issues, such as asthma.
Ten Ideas and Products for scenting your home:
1. Potpourri is one of the oldest forms used to scent. It can be easily placed in a decorative bowls around your home, or hidden from view depending on your preference.
2. Incense are available in a wide variety of fragrant aromas. Consider the fact that these items burn and should not be placed near flammable material or in the reach of children. (Not only due to the heat, but the stick incense could end up being swords! You don't want any eyes poked out.)
3. Diffusers use the placement of absorbing sticks into bottles of essential or fragrance oils. Definitely situate these out of reach of animals and children. The bottles of oil can be easily knocked over by a child or the waging tail of one of your furry friends. The ingestion of some of the oils can also be very harmful.
4. Lamp rings with oil in them are placed around the light bulb. When the light heats up the aroma is spread around the room. This is a neat concept because it is not visible to the person visiting your home, yet produces a wonderful fragrance.
5. Air fresheners now come in a wide variety of options. Depending on the area you are trying to freshen up, there are plug-ins, sprays, and table top items available.
6. Baking cookies, cake, or cinnamon rolls are a wonderful way to make your home smell fresh and homey. The only draw back to this is someone has to eat them!
7. Placing cut-up citrus fruit on your kitchen counter can be a delicious aroma. Not only do you have a fragrant kitchen, but an afternoon snack!
8. Fresh flowers always give your home a wonderful bouquet. They are a great addition not only aroma wise but visually too.
9. Choose a spice you like from your cabinet and try boiling to see if you like the aroma.
10. Place white vinegar in a cup or a box of baking soda in the area you would like to have that just cleaned smell. You may want to take a small amount of bleach or pine cleaner and place in your bathroom to give that area the clean aroma. (Your friends and family will think you just took hours cleaning the bathroom just for their visit.)
Now that you have some ideas and products to consider when scenting your home, enjoy the process and try a number of them. You may find that a combination of products and ideas are suitable for your home. Even though you may like many fragrances try not to have too many within your home at one time, your sinuses may get confused!
Our senses become accustomed to the scent of our home whether good or bad. Therefore, we need to look at the options that are available to insure that the aroma is always pleasant to our family and friends.
Numerous products are offered for purchase to assist in providing your home a wonderful smell. Many scents are available; choose one that is pleasing to the entire family. You may like cinnamon, but your husband may have a major dislike to the scent. It is best to consider all members of the household before making the decision of which scent to use in your home.
Safety is a major factor in deciding how to scent your home. If children are included in the household, be careful as to the placement and type of products. Another couple of concerns may be allergies and breathing issues, such as asthma.
Ten Ideas and Products for scenting your home:
1. Potpourri is one of the oldest forms used to scent. It can be easily placed in a decorative bowls around your home, or hidden from view depending on your preference.
2. Incense are available in a wide variety of fragrant aromas. Consider the fact that these items burn and should not be placed near flammable material or in the reach of children. (Not only due to the heat, but the stick incense could end up being swords! You don't want any eyes poked out.)
3. Diffusers use the placement of absorbing sticks into bottles of essential or fragrance oils. Definitely situate these out of reach of animals and children. The bottles of oil can be easily knocked over by a child or the waging tail of one of your furry friends. The ingestion of some of the oils can also be very harmful.
4. Lamp rings with oil in them are placed around the light bulb. When the light heats up the aroma is spread around the room. This is a neat concept because it is not visible to the person visiting your home, yet produces a wonderful fragrance.
5. Air fresheners now come in a wide variety of options. Depending on the area you are trying to freshen up, there are plug-ins, sprays, and table top items available.
6. Baking cookies, cake, or cinnamon rolls are a wonderful way to make your home smell fresh and homey. The only draw back to this is someone has to eat them!
7. Placing cut-up citrus fruit on your kitchen counter can be a delicious aroma. Not only do you have a fragrant kitchen, but an afternoon snack!
8. Fresh flowers always give your home a wonderful bouquet. They are a great addition not only aroma wise but visually too.
9. Choose a spice you like from your cabinet and try boiling to see if you like the aroma.
10. Place white vinegar in a cup or a box of baking soda in the area you would like to have that just cleaned smell. You may want to take a small amount of bleach or pine cleaner and place in your bathroom to give that area the clean aroma. (Your friends and family will think you just took hours cleaning the bathroom just for their visit.)
Now that you have some ideas and products to consider when scenting your home, enjoy the process and try a number of them. You may find that a combination of products and ideas are suitable for your home. Even though you may like many fragrances try not to have too many within your home at one time, your sinuses may get confused!
Friday, May 2, 2008
Highlands Storage Under New Management
I stopped by Highlands Storage in South Lakeland yesterday, they are under New Management! The place looks great! Wow they are really showing that customer service is top priority. The ladies are putting forth a wonderful effort to insure that every customer receives the service they deserve.
The customer areas have been scrubbed and cleaned giving the aroma of cleanliness! I was very impressed by the diligence of the ladies.
If you are considering renting a storage unit in the South Lakeland Florida area, you need to go check them out in person and visit their website, www.highlandsstorage.com. They have also added to the website. They are now offering Internet Specials!
The customer areas have been scrubbed and cleaned giving the aroma of cleanliness! I was very impressed by the diligence of the ladies.
If you are considering renting a storage unit in the South Lakeland Florida area, you need to go check them out in person and visit their website, www.highlandsstorage.com. They have also added to the website. They are now offering Internet Specials!
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Organizing my Storage Unit in Lakeland Florida
My storage unit at http://www.highlandsstorage.com/ is starting to get filled with items I need to sell! I have decided that I need to organize my unit as if it were a store; not really a store so to speak, more like a warehouse. Years ago I managed a national mail order company with a large warehouse. When items are organized it is easier to process the orders. Therefore, I believe I should organize the unit to be able to sell my items more efficiently.
I am going to purchase a number of shelving units to place in my storage unit. My items can then be sorted into certain categories for ease in finding. A work table can then be placed along one side with the boxes and paperwork I will need to ship the items. I will make my storage unit at http://www.highlandsstorage.com/ into a mini mail order warehouse! Wow, sometimes I even amaze myself. I know there are probably a million people out there who have already done this, but it’s a new idea for me.
This way all the items are out of my house! I can set up a spot on my work table to take the pictures I need, keep my packing supplies, and room to process the order. This way the only thing I need in my house for this business venture, is my computer! I am so excited about the possibilities.
I am going to purchase a number of shelving units to place in my storage unit. My items can then be sorted into certain categories for ease in finding. A work table can then be placed along one side with the boxes and paperwork I will need to ship the items. I will make my storage unit at http://www.highlandsstorage.com/ into a mini mail order warehouse! Wow, sometimes I even amaze myself. I know there are probably a million people out there who have already done this, but it’s a new idea for me.
This way all the items are out of my house! I can set up a spot on my work table to take the pictures I need, keep my packing supplies, and room to process the order. This way the only thing I need in my house for this business venture, is my computer! I am so excited about the possibilities.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Spring Cleaning in Lakeland Florida
I started my spring cleaning in February! Well, since I live in sunny Lakeland, Florida, why not? The only problem is it is now March and I am still trying to clear my house of unwanted or unnecessary items, along with trying to deep clean. Guess I am not as motivated as I should be.
I decided to move all the items that we have not used recently or have outgrown, into my garage! Now I can’t fit the cars in there. I need to decide which items in the garage, I need to keep and which to try and sell. Unfortunately, I am afraid to walk into my garage for fear of getting lost or hurt.
I think I have a solution to my problem. I am going to go out my front door and walk around to my garage, it’s safer that way, trust me. I will take the first item that I can safely reach that needs to be sold, and place it in the trunk of my car. I live in a subdivision that does not allow garage sales, so that makes selling the items more difficult. Then, I am going to place as many items in my trunk that I want to sell and head to Highlands Storage. I am going to rent a storage unit for the items, until I can place the items on one of those auction sites or classified ad sites online.
Luckily, Highlands Storage is only a couple minutes from my house. Once I move all the items I am going to sell, I will be able to go thru the other items and see what to donate, keep in the attic (if heat won’t damage them), or rent another air conditioned unit at Highlands Storage for items I want to keep, but don’t actually have to be at my house. Like the holiday decorations that we use once a year. I can access my storage unit 24/7, so if I really need something, it’s a couple minutes away.
Wish me luck, after I post this I am planning on walking out my front door.
I decided to move all the items that we have not used recently or have outgrown, into my garage! Now I can’t fit the cars in there. I need to decide which items in the garage, I need to keep and which to try and sell. Unfortunately, I am afraid to walk into my garage for fear of getting lost or hurt.
I think I have a solution to my problem. I am going to go out my front door and walk around to my garage, it’s safer that way, trust me. I will take the first item that I can safely reach that needs to be sold, and place it in the trunk of my car. I live in a subdivision that does not allow garage sales, so that makes selling the items more difficult. Then, I am going to place as many items in my trunk that I want to sell and head to Highlands Storage. I am going to rent a storage unit for the items, until I can place the items on one of those auction sites or classified ad sites online.
Luckily, Highlands Storage is only a couple minutes from my house. Once I move all the items I am going to sell, I will be able to go thru the other items and see what to donate, keep in the attic (if heat won’t damage them), or rent another air conditioned unit at Highlands Storage for items I want to keep, but don’t actually have to be at my house. Like the holiday decorations that we use once a year. I can access my storage unit 24/7, so if I really need something, it’s a couple minutes away.
Wish me luck, after I post this I am planning on walking out my front door.
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