Enjoy New Fragrances in Your Richmond Apartments

People in general tend to underestimate the power of smells around them when it comes to their mood. They focus on visually aesthetic things and forget that smell can actually be a powerful influence when it comes to one’s sense of well-being. That’s why I’m encouraging you that as summer transitions into fall, you invest in some nice fresh flowers to your apartments in Richmond to indulge yourself in the possibility of a better mood.

There is quite a bit of different flowers that you could go with, but the most easily attainable and sought-after ones are listed below. Perhaps you can find them at a nearby farmer’s market in Richmond. Here they are:

1. Gardenia
2. Lavender
3. Scented Geraniums
4. Indoor Citrus
5. Orchids

Depending on what effect you’re trying to provoke is what should ultimately make you choose the flower/fragrance. If you want a more calming environment because you’re prone to anxiety, get some lavender. If you want something more stimulating, then go with a more citrus plant/flower. You’ll be amazed at the effects the smell of these flowers will have on you as they waft through the air.

Also, it’s kind of nice to indulge yourself to a pretty sight like flowers- I mean, when was the last time you bought flowers from yourself? Every time you walk past them you’re going to remember that purchasing them was an act of self-love and an attempt to make your life in your Richmond apartments better. What’s better than that?
So do your research as the seasons transition and hit up your local farmer’s market to stock up on some flowers. Who knows, maybe this mini-investment will be the start of a whole new lifestyle attracting love and positivity for you. Make the most out of what Richmond has to offer!

Go Green in Your Richmond Apartments

Do you see yourself as perhaps changing the world? Do you consider yourself a champion of change? If so, consider going green in your Richmond apartments. It may seem like a big effort to change the environment, but it’s actually a lot easier than it seems. You just have to be savvy and cognizant of what you’re using and doing in your apartment. The good thing about going green in your Richmond apartments is that you get to save money on utilities as well. Read some of the tips below to find out more.
1. Try your best not to make so much trash. This means to use real dishware instead of paper and plastic plates, forks, and spoons. It means being cognizant of how much toilet paper and tissue paper you go through every day. It means using dishtowels you can rewash instead of paper towels to keep the house clean.
2. Another fun way to go green is to get some small pots and begin to grow your own herbs, seasoning, and veggies in your house. This is relatively easy- something you can simply do some research on online or in-person at Home Depot or Lowe’s for you to have these things ready on demand to reduce gas by driving to the store. It’s also just fun and promotes healthy eating.
3. Use less water if possible, even if you cut your shower time by two minutes.
4. Be mindful of how much electricity you use.
How will you do your best to be mindful of the environment by making little changes to your daily routine? If you need more tips, click here. This is a wonderful resource on how to be eco-friendly at home. Before you know it, you’ll be making a huge difference to the environment and saving money within a few months.

Summer Events Around Your Apartments in Richmond

Interested in escaping your normal routine and diving into something different? It can be easy to get stuck in a certain flow, but the great thing about summer is that there are so many opportunities you have that can add some fun to your life. it’s healthy to change up your routine every once in a while. Are you interested in some summer events around your apartments in Richmond? If so, check out the list below of ideas that can possibly enhance the quality of your life.

1. Celebrate summer at a local bar near your area and hang out with the locals. It’s a great way to decompress after work and enjoy networking opportunities around your city.
2. Check out your local farmer’s market. It can be absolutely refreshing to walk around, mingle with vendors, and of course, pick up some fresh produce. Some say going to a farmer’s market is a very grounding experience.
3. Relax at a spa in Richmond. This spa is particularly good if you’re interested in unwinding with a very soothing massage. Check out their website here to see what they have to offer.
4. Plan a camping trip alone or with some friends. This is a great way to enjoy summer and feel like you’re going on a mini-vacation.
5. Go see some live music. Eventbrite is a great site that lends itself to lots of ideas for concerts that are going on around you, which vary in their prices.

How will you make the most out of your summer in Richmond? Although it may be tempting to just stay indoors in your cozy apartments in Richmond, try to at least make it to one or two events so it doesn’t feel like your summer just went by.

Are you planning on attending any fun summer events around your apartments in Richmond? Drop a comment and let us know!

Summer Cooking in Richmond

Lisa Simpson once said, “you don’t make friends with salad,” and we couldn’t disagree more. Summer is salad season. Before you say yuck and disregard this blog post forever, salads have more to offer than most would think. When you think salad, do you think of a bag full of half-wilted greens? You shouldn’t, when done right, salads are robust and full of flavor. They can elevate a meal into the taste stratosphere. You’re also very lucky you live in Richmond. Califonia produce shines during the summer months. We’re sharing a simple and fun way to do some summer cooking in Richmond.

It’s true that some of California’s largest exports are fruits, vegetables, and nuts. We can’t help but brag on the food that comes from our state, and you should too. Especially when you can find the freshest produce at a local farmer’s market. Next Friday, take a stroll down to the Certified Richmond Farmer’s Market and see what you can find. During this time of year, you want to keep an eye out for arugula, carrots, beets, watercress, spinach, radishes, and kale. Don’t forget the classic California avocado. One of our favorite publications, Country Living, shares 30 of their favorite summer salad recipes. We’re sure you’ll find one that’ll be a hit.

Don’t fear, bring a hearty salad to your next cookout. If you use the fresh produce we outlined in this post, everyone will be coming back for salad seconds. You don’t hear that often, do you?

Are you planning on any summer cooking in Richmond? Drop a comment and let us know! Also, let us know if you really did make friends with salad.

Things to Do Around Your Richmond Apartments

What do you usually do for fun in Richmond? Have you done it so many times that it’s lost a bit of its flavor? If so, consider checking out many of the other activities you can do in and around. If you need a bit of inspiration, refer to this modest list below.

1. Check out a local bookstore and explore a completely different section than you normally would
2. Try a gym you haven’t tried by getting a visitor’s pass and seeing if it’s ideal for you
3. Treat your significant other to one of Richmond’s nice restaurants
4. Look up your city on Groupon to see what discounts you can get on fun deals in Richmond
5. Visit your local arcade to connect with your inner child
6. Work out by going on a hike or nice stroll outside
7. Do some community service
8. Join MeetUp to see what other singles in your area are doing to keep themselves entertained.

How will you make the most out of this upcoming spring? Improve your quality of life by expanding your horizons and seeing everything that your town has to offer. You’re bound to have an amazing time if you try everything on this list with a friend!

Creative Projects to Do in Your Apartments in Richmond

Do you find yourself feeling particularly artsy or creative this spring? Luckily, you don’t have to leave the confines of your cozy apartment in Richmond to indulge in that feeling. You can do an abundance of creative projects in your apartments. Just check out the list of suggested activities below:

1. Paint a picture. Go to the nearest art store in Richmond and load up on basic art supplies under $25 to create a picture of anything! If you need some inspiration, check out Society6, they’re fostering a community of independent artists, and great merch you can buy if you feel so inclined.

2. Write a screenplay. Download Celtx, a free app for your computer—and phone—that makes it easy to learn the basics of screenwriting. For inspiration, watch a movie like Off the Record to deconstruct and figure out how to write a solid beginning, middle, and end.

3. Decorate your house with customized stuff you can get lasered from Laser Gnomes. They’re a company that can personalize anything you have, from furniture to flower pots and coasters.

What kinds of creative projects will you indulge in this spring?

Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Apartments in Richmond

Looking for some way to make the most out of the transition between seasons? Don’t forget the old American tradition we call spring cleaning! Yes, it’s almost that time again, with March quickly approaching and spring just around the corner. It’s time to take a hard look at your apartments (and your life) and think about what must stay and what must go.

Here are some of the best spring cleaning tips you’ll find that will turn the inside of your living space into the clean little oasis you deserve. If you need to make a playlist to stay motivated while you’re spring cleaning, feel free to do so. Spring cleaning can take a day or two and although a bit tedious, its absolutely necessary, especially if you have allergies that could get triggered by the transition of seasons.

If you have a task that you simply don’t have the time or energy for, consider consulting the app Task Rabbit to see if a trusted member of your community can help. Sometimes the intention is there, but unless you book someone to do the job, the work never gets done.
What are some ideas or tips you have for spring cleaning? Be sure to share and comment below.

Enjoy the Big Game In or Around Your Apartments in Richmond

“Look at a football field. It looks like a big movie screen. This is theatre. Football combines the strategy of chess. It’s part ballet. It’s part battleground, part playground. We clarify, amplify and glorify the game with our footage, the narration and that music, and in the end create an inspirational piece of footage.” Steve Sabol

The Big Game is coming in just a few days, and if you haven’t made plans yet, then it’s certainly the time to start planning making them! You could either enjoy a beer while watching the game at one of Richmond’s many bars, or you could have a small get-together at your Richmomd apartments where you and your friends can root on your favorite team in a more intimate setting.

Who are you hoping to win this year? Are you looking forward to the halftime performance? In order to enhance the whole game watching experience, get some tips right here on the types of appetizers you can serve as a great host.

No matter how you decide to watch the game, the ultimate priorities are your level of comfort and obviously who wins! May the team you are rooting for win and make your whole week!

Winter Activites by Your Apartments in Richmond

“We cannot stop the winter or the summer from coming. We cannot stop the spring or the fall or make them other than they are. They are gifts from the universe that we cannot refuse. But we can choose what we will contribute to life when each arrives.” -Gary Zukav

There are lots of things you can do to enjoy winter this year in or around your apartments in Richmond. If you feel like being social, bundle up and check out Eventbrite to see what sorts of celebrations are happening around you. If you’re more interested in being cooped up in your fabulous apartments, consider doing a little writing while listening to some new music.

Perhaps you’ve always wanted to journal, write a book, put together a screenplay, or compose a song. Winter’s the perfect time to do so! If you need a little inspiration on how to get started, click here.

You see, if you stay inside and write while it’s cold and rainy outside, you’ll experience the once in a lifetime state called chrysalism. This is “the amniotic tranquility of being indoors during a thunderstorm, listening to waves of rain pattering against the roof like an argument upstairs, whose muffled words are unintelligible but whose crackling release of built-up tension you understand perfectly (according to the Oxford Dictionary).”

How will you make this winter the most memorable?

Celebrate NYE Near Your Apartments in Richmond

“Tonight’s December thirty-first,
Something is about to burst.
The clock is crouching, dark and small,
Like a time bomb in the hall.
Hark, it’s midnight, children dear.
Duck! Here comes another year!”
― Ogden Nash,

With the New Year approaching, it’s time to start thinking about possible goals for the upcoming year. At the top of your list, why not consider throwing an amazing party as your first priority for 2019! Share the love and celebration with your friends and family in your apartments in Richmond. Check out Pinterest for some wonderful ideas.

If you decide to enjoy the transition from 2018 to 2019 outside your apartments, there are plenty of things going on in Richmond. If you aren’t really sure where to look, Eventbrite is a great site that will help you find places to party on December 31.

Make sure you do the following this upcoming NYE:

-Take lots of pictures

-Share laughs

-Catch up on old times

-Toast bubbling champagne together

-Reassess what you’re going to do to better yourself for the New Year

What will you do to make the most out of the transition to the New Year? Set your upcoming goals and take the lessons you learned from 2018 into 2019.