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Flagstaff can get downright cold during the winter, and already temperatures are dipping down into the 40s. Of course, while it is colder and the nights are longer, that doesn't mean you should stay inside all season long. Two amenities that residents of our Flagstaff apartments should really take advantage of during the winter are the outdoor fire pit and gas grill. How should they take advantage of them? By hosting a s'mores party, of course!
While entertaining friends as well as family members who come for a visit, you can make use of the cozy stone fire pit, which is the perfect place to relax, especially during those chilly afternoons. And having a bunch of tasty marshmallow and chocolate treats ready to enjoy makes this kind of gathering so much better. Take such a party to the next level with these ideas for hosting a s'mores party:
Tips for Hosting a Stellar S'mores Party
- Make sure to order the skewers. The biggest and yet easiest faux pas to make when planning and throwing a s'mores party is to forget the skewers. While last-minute searching for long twigs in the underbrush can lead to some decent alternatives, be a party pro and stock up on skewers beforehand. You can find the simple wooden ones at just about any grocery store, or you can get fancy and order these specialty telescoping marshmallow roasting sticks via Amazon.
- Consider raising the bar with these options. Graham crackers, marshmallows, and Hershey's chocolate bars are the obvious staples of s'more making. But why not consider taking it a step further and including a few extra component options like York peppermint patties, Reese's peanut butter cups, Butterfinger bars, and even Starburst candies.
- Napkins and drink dispensers. Make sure to have plenty of napkins on hand for your guests to wipe away any excess chocolate. And even if you go BYOB, consider grabbing a big water jug or something similar for those who forget or who otherwise need a fresh swing of water to wash down the s'mores.
Looking for an Apartment Loaded With Amenities? Your Search Has Ended
Woodlands Village is currently accepting new resident applications, so if you're on the hunt for apartments in Flagstaff with plenty of amenities, then contact us today!
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Need a mental health boost?
Maintaining good mental health is just as important as maintaining good physical health. Here are three tips for improving your mental health as soon as today!
3 Tips for Boosting Your Mental Health
1. Understand the relationship between emotions, thoughts, and actions.
All three — emotions, thoughts and actions — are connected. This means that if you feel an emotion like sadness, it will often spur certain thoughts. In the case of sadness, these thoughts are usually not good ones and may cause even more sadness.
Both difficult emotions and negative thoughts can then, in turn, cause actions that are not good for you — such as lying in bed all day doing nothing.
When you better understand the relationship between your emotions, thoughts, and actions, you can stop negative thoughts or actions from taking over. In the end, this can positively influence your emotions and boost your mental health.
2. Create things you look forward to doing.
Certainly, this tip won't be the end-all, be-all of your mental health goals, but it's something that can improve your day-to-day life and keep you motivated.
When we say create something to look forward to doing, we're talking about something like meeting a friend for coffee, giving yourself a manicure, seeing a movie, or treating yourself to an ice cream cone on a sunny day.
Especially when things get hard and you're feeling down, creating something in the future that you look forward to can improve your mentality and make your whole day better.
3. Be grateful.
Lastly, remember to keep all of the things you're grateful for in mind as often as possible. Some people make it a point to list the things they're grateful for every morning or each evening before going to bed.
Studies and research have proven that doing this simple action can boost positivity, reduce depression, and help you focus on what's truly important in life.
Sometimes, all it takes for a fresh mental health start is new surroundings. If you're looking for apartments in Flagstaff where you can have a fresh start for yourself, please contact our office at your convenience to find out what floor plans we still have available.
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Spring is finally here! If you are hosting a get-together with family or friends in the coming months, you may be looking for easy, festive appetizers to serve. Here are a few easy spring appetizers you can serve at the next event you are hosting.
Easy Spring Appetizers to Serve at Your Next Party
Roll-Ups
In spring, you want items that are light and comforting. Roll-ups are simple to make, easy to customize, filling and light, all at the same time. Grab a tortilla and add your favorite ingredients, such as avocado, hummus, turkey, ham, cheese and/or tomatoes. Roll the tortilla up and slice it up. If needed, grab a toothpick to hold it all together. Mix and match different ingredients to create a yummy snack for your guests.
Mini Caprese Bites
Caprese is a popular and yummy appetizer. It is perfect for spring and summer, as it is light and refreshing. To create a twist on this classic appetizer, use baby tomatoes and tiny mozzarella cubes. Cut a baby tomato in half. Place the top on a toothpick, followed by a mozzarella cube, followed by the bottom of the tomato. Drizzle with a mixture of olive oil, balsamic vinegar and salt to complete the appetizer.
Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are a springtime staple. You can stick to making these delicious treats in a traditional manner, or look online to find recipes that kick things up a notch. There are recipes that include throwing in peppers and jalapenos for a spicy kick to a traditional favorite, or recipes that include adding chicken or crab to up your protein intake.
Do you love to entertain but don't love the space you currently entertain in? Finding a new place to live may be in order. If you are looking for apartments for rent in Flagstaff, Arizona, be sure to check out Woodlands Village Apartment Homes. We offer beautiful apartments that you will be proud to host your next event in. Contact us today to inquire about pricing and availability.
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Getting regular physical activity is an essential part of making sure you stay healthy and fit. You don’t have to join a local gym or venture outdoors during the summer heat to work out. If you prefer exercising in the comfort of your home, there are many kinds of workouts you can do.
Simple At Home Workouts
Weightlifting
Lifting weights helps tone your arms and build up your muscles. You don’t need a home gym with a weightlifting bench to do this type of exercise. Instead, you can get a few pairs of free weights in different pounds to give your arms a workout. Hold a free weight in each hand, and alternate lifting them up. You can do this while walking around your apartment to give your legs a workout as well or while watching something on TV.
Yoga
Yoga is a great way to improve your flexibility and calm your mind. You don’t need a lot of space or equipment to do yoga in your home. All you need is a yoga mat and some workout clothes. If you’re unfamiliar with yoga, you can find instructional videos online to follow. Whether you’re a beginner or a more advanced yoga practitioner, this form of exercise is an easy one to do right in your living room.
Lunges, Kicks and Crunches
Jumping jacks and some other types of cardio exercises are out of the question since they could disturb your neighbors. For a good cardio workout that’s also quiet, focus on doing a routine that includes lunges, kicks and crunches. These types of exercises can get your heart pumping while also strengthening your muscles and improving your range of motion.
When you want to get out of your apartment to work out, our community has a 24-hour fitness center, swimming pool and outdoor fitness course. Contact us to get more details about our apartments in Flagstaff, Arizona.
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There’s no denying that the seasons can powerfully affect our moods, and drab décor and dim lighting may sharply accentuate the gloom of the winter months.
But nearly everyone feels an upsurge in well-being and energy during the summer months, making this the ideal season to brighten up your apartment.
And a few simple changes made now will help carry the joy of summer into the fall and beyond.
How to Brighten Up Your Apartment
Let There Be Light
Spring and summer are the seasons of mood-lifting light, and you will want to make the most of it even when you’re indoors.
Whites, creams and pastel-colored walls create the most internal light, but if you’re more adventurous you can also decorate with sunny yellows and golds.
Enhance the feeling of light and space in your apartment by using large mirrors on the walls.
Get rid of dark-colored floor coverings, at least temporarily, and use bright-colored rugs and mats instead. Similarly, colored throws can also brighten up dark furniture and fittings.
Bring in Plants and Flowers
There’s nothing better than the look and fragrance of fresh-cut flowers for bringing a real touch of summer to the indoors. Locally grown seasonal blooms should be relatively inexpensive, and with a little care can last for a surprising time.
Suitable indoor plants also look great, will last longer and can be a real source of joy in the months to come.
Liven Up Bare Walls With Summer Pictures
You don’t need to be a deep-pocketed connoisseur to make use of art in your apartment. Quality framed prints can be surprisingly inexpensive, and just a couple of beach scenes, seascapes or views of the Mediterranean or tropical gardens will bring a wonderful blaze of summer color and atmosphere to your home.
The Arizona sun is glorious, but many residents of the Woodlands Village apartments in Flagstaff have found that if ever the heat gets a bit too much, they can always bring the summer indoors with these simple tips.
Contact us today to schedule a viewing or for details of our available floor plans.
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Feel groggy and achy whenever you wake up in the morning? Get rid of those feelings by having a gentler morning routine. Yoga is the perfect answer. The following two simple yoga poses will get your blood flowing and your body ready for the day, hopefully making each morning a little easier to bear from here on out.
The Cat and Cow
Here is a simple one that definitely helps your back get a chance to move around and prepare itself for the day. After all, your back handles most of your movements whenever you walk, sit, stand, or really, do anything!
Start by getting on all fours on the floor. Make sure that your hips are straight above your knees and that your shoulders are straight above your elbows and wrists.
Now, breathe in slowly and arch your spine like a cow, lifting your head and pulling it back. Roll your shoulders back too. Next, round your spine like cat as you exhale. Put your head down and relax. Repeat.
Simple Twisting
You wouldn’t think that this is actually a yoga pose, but it truly is. Simply sit with your legs crossed on the floor and your back straight. Put your right hand on your left knee and left hand behind you on the ground. Slowly turn back toward your left side, gently turning your head back and toward the left as well. Hold for five seconds, then repeat on the other side.
Wake Up to Your Own Beautiful Apartment Every Morning
Looking for Flagstaff apartments where you can live the yoga dream every morning? Woodlands Village Apartment Homes could be what you’ve been looking for! Whether you’re staying in Flagstaff, AZ for 10 years or 10 months, we welcome you to tour our floor plans and see for yourself what we have to offer!
Call today to see which floor plans we have available now!
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Don't Fall for These Apartment Cleaning Myths
We’ve all heard of housekeeping hacks and fool-proof methods that are “guaranteed” to keep our West Flagstaff apartments spic-and-span. Be careful, though—you can’t always believe what you hear! Sometimes these cleaning myths can cause more harm than good.
If you’re gearing up for spring cleaning and are on the lookout for some reliable housekeeping tips to keep your beautiful Woodlands Village apartment in Flagstaff, AZ clean and tidy, be sure not to fall for these apartment cleaning myths that won’t get the job done!
5 Apartment Cleaning Tips (That Failed)
- Toothpaste Cleans Silver – It’s best to avoid toothpaste when cleaning your silver. It is very abrasive compared to silver polishes, and over time it can damage your pieces.
- Hairspray Removes Ink – Years ago, hairspray had a higher alcohol content and did help remove ink stains. Today, however, hairspray is made with “stiffeners” that will make the spot worse. Plain rubbing alcohol works best.
- Tea Cleans Wooden Furniture – Although rumored that teabags work well for cleaning wooden furniture, this is definitely not the case. Anytime wood is exposed to water, there is a chance for stain damage to the natural wood.
- Bleach is the Best Cleaner – False. Bleach does not clean. It will kill bacteria and lighten stains, but it does not remove dirt or stains like soap.
- Dryer Sheets for Dusting Furniture– This is actually partially true. Fresh, new laundry sheets contain oils that can stain surfaces. The used dryer sheets work well though, as the oils were dispersed in the dryer.
Another tip for tidier looking apartments in Flagstaff, is to start with a great floor plan! Woodlands Village offers a selection of studio, one- or two-bedroom apartment homes to fit every lifestyle. We invite you to stop by today (or invite a friend) to experience these quality and luxury apartments in West Flagstaff.
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Watching Reality TV shows about hoarding can be entertaining and enlightening. That’s because we all have a little packrat inside us we need to rein in. Here are some decluttering ideas for our Woodlands Village community members in Flagstaff, Arizona, to consider.
Toss The DVD Collection
It’s time to come to grips with the reality of your video collection: It’s all streamable and rarely does popping in a DVD make sense. If you haven’t already, sign up for Netflix, Hulu, Amazon or another inexpensive service and open up some drawer or shelf space.
CDs Make Better Coasters
Like DVDs, music CDs have gone the way of the dinosaur. Whether you subscribe to SIRIUS radio, enjoy a Pandora, Spotify or another targeted music subscription, the tunes you crave are one touch away. Even if you prefer the old school creativity of a full album, that is more likely to be downloaded to a device. CDs still make a decent coffee table coaster, but why clutter your space with dozens or hundreds of discs?
Hard Copy Calendars Are Unrealistic
Every year, calendars seem like a terrific holiday gift idea. Many are themed and enjoy wonderful artwork. But other than looking nice, most people keep electronic appointment calendars in their phone or other devices. When you need to know the day and date, no one runs to a wall calendar. It’s time to eliminate the wall calendar.
Take-Out Menus Are Unattractive
Paper menus stuck to your refrigerator or piled in drawer are not the best way to organize food options. The vast majority of restaurants have a menu on their website and many offer online ordering options as well. Take-out can be much more easily done on a phone or other device. Remember to recycle those antiquated folded pieces of paper.
Filing Cabinets Are Too Bulky
That home office filing cabinet once gave off an air of organization. Now, it makes you appear behind the times. It also takes up a lot of space that could be put to better use. And, removing it could open up the room. It’s time to backup your financial records on a mini storage drive and do away with cumbersome filing cabinets.
We hope these decluttering suggestions help our Woodlands Village community members improve your personal space. If you or a friend would like more information about our Flagstaff apartments, call us today.
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Messes are a natural part of life. However, with very little effort you can make your apartment seem cleaner than it actually is. Now you won't have to worry about your friends or anyone else dropping by unexpectedly. Here are a few tips to keep your place looking much cleaner than it really is:
Decoration Tips to Make Your Apartment Look Cleaner
- Simplify the color scheme: Try to avoid a lot of different colors. When you keep to several shades of the same color, your place will seem more put-together and spacious.
- Keep heights of furniture uniform: When you have mismatched chairs of different heights, it creates a visual distraction, making your place seem a little more chaotic. Keep the majority of your furniture around the same height to create a continuous visual line that is pleasing to the eye.
- Don't mix and match styles: It's okay to have a couple different styles that complement each other in a natural way, especially if they share a common element, such as color or time period. Too many styles, however, can be very distracting and busy, making your place seem messier than it really is.
- Large pieces of art: It can be hard to get the look right with multiple pieces of art or photography hung in different frames. As much fun as it is to have a gallery on your wall, one large piece of artwork draws the eye in and leaves room for contemplation.
- Aim for symmetry: Symmetry is an easy way to create a sense of order, purpose, and calm in your apartment. Face chairs against couches, separated by a coffee table. Have a mirror on one wall facing a work of art on an opposite wall. Just don't overdo it, or it will seem unnatural.
A great floor plan can really help your place look tidier and more spacious. If you are searching for apartments in Flagstaff, give us a call to see how our floor plans can really make a difference.
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