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4 weeks ago | 
horseillustrated.com | Cynthia McFarland
Insurance. It’s a fact of life for most adults. We insure our vehicles, homes, businesses—even our smartphones. We buy life and health insurance. Horses can also be insured. Equine insurance coverage policies are available for almost any horse or pony, whether grade or registered. Unfortunately, much of what happens in life is out of our control. Insurance can’t prevent bad things from happening, but it offers a financial buffer when they do.
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1 month ago | 
lakeandsumterstyle.com | Cynthia McFarland
One of the most remarkable things about the world of real estate is how it draws people from extremely different backgrounds and areas of expertise. Individuals who didn’t originally plan on getting into the field often become some of the most successful agents. Carolyn M. Maimone is a perfect example. The broker associate with Fierce Realty was recently recognized as 2024 REALTOR® of the Year by the REALTORS® Association of Lake and Sumter Counties (RALSC).
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1 month ago | 
lakeandsumterstyle.com | Cynthia McFarland
To ensure a smooth transaction, both buyers and sellers should understand exactly how real estate agents are compensated for their work. Real estate agents are independent contractors who are typically paid by commission rather than salary. Commissions are deducted from sale proceeds and distributed by the escrow company handling the transaction. “Commissions can vary by state or company because commissions are, and always have been, negotiable.
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1 month ago | 
lakeandsumterstyle.com | Roxanne Brown |Gina Horan |Cynthia McFarland |Cindy Peterson
In today’s busy world, personalized retreats like she sheds and man caves are more popular than ever, and for good reason. Beyond being trendy, these spaces offer tangible psychological and lifestyle benefits which make them an essential part of modern home design and home improvement for many. She sheds and man caves are more than just cool places to chill.
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1 month ago | 
horseillustrated.com | Cynthia McFarland
The nurse mare industry has been a source of controversy over the years, but practices are changing—meaning a better outlook for orphan foals and mares alike. The arrival of a new foal is the culmination of planning, hopes and dreams—unless something goes wrong. Only about 5 percent of mares experience foaling difficulties, but it happens. Sometimes a mare dies during or shortly after foaling.
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1 month ago | 
horseillustrated.com | Cynthia McFarland
You may have wondered if you can take the edge off an anxious horse or add pep to a lazy mount by changing his feed. Can a horse’s temperament really be affected by a specific nutrition regiment?
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2 months ago | 
lakeandsumterstyle.com | Cynthia McFarland
Americans love to be inspired. Ever since the original home improvement show “This Old House” debuted in 1979, dozens of shows have focused on building, remodeling, renovation, real estate, decorating and design. Decades before people watched these episodes on television or online, they found ideas and inspiration in person at a Parade of Homes. The nation’s first home tour of this sort was held in 1946 by the Salt Lake Home Builders Association.
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2 months ago | 
lakeandsumterstyle.com | Cynthia McFarland
Gardening became a patriotic mission during World Wars I and II. As America’s farmers were tasked with supplying the troops, citizens were encouraged to do their part by growing produce at home. Posters urged people to “sow the seeds of victory” and “be a soldier of the soil.”Promoted as “victory,” “war” and “liberty” gardens, the campaign was successful in fighting food shortages. By 1944, an estimated 20 million victory gardens were credited with producing 40% of the produce grown in America.
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2 months ago | 
lakeandsumterstyle.com | Cynthia McFarland
Grocery receipts don’t lie. Prices for food and beverages are 22.33% higher than in 2020, which is one reason behind the increased popularity of community gardens. Simply put, your food dollar goes farther when you invest in a community garden. According to the USDA, community gardens yield approximately $6 worth of produce for every $1 invested. Just 11 square feet in an average community garden yields approximately 20.4 servings of fresh produce. And fresh fruits and vegetables are more flavorful.
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Dec 2, 2024 | 
lakeandsumterstyle.com | Cynthia McFarland
The hum and buzz of saws and other tools is music to the ears of the Plantation Woodworkers. The club, formed in The Plantation at Leesburg in 2009, averages 85 members — men and women. Members use their skills to make all manner of wood items from charcuterie boards to furniture, bowls and much more. “We try to help the community and have made signs and repaired benches. We also donate to various charities. We made cutout figures for the Camp Boggy Creek Gang and made doll cradles for Toys For Tots.
