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\u00a0Corporate Executive Reinvents Herself as Entrepreneur in Lightbulb Moment\u00a0bulbnest.com<\/a><\/h3>\n

“Lets Get Organised in 2018, I think we all deserve it” InTouch Rugby Organisation Editor.<\/p>\n

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Denver, CO (March 1, 2018)\u2014 After three decades of international and domestic business experience, it took an accident for financial expert Wendy Lemke to find her passion as an inventor and entrepreneur. Lemke was recovering from multiple surgeries and using a knee scooter when she reached for a light bulb on a shelf. It slipped and broke, leaving her surrounded by glass shards, and out a $20 bulb. \u201cThey say you\u2019ve got to think outside the box,\u201d says Lemke. \u201cI decided to reinvent one instead.\u201d<\/p>\n

With that, the bulbNEST\u00ae was born.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The bulbNEST\u00ae makes changing a light bulb as easy as it\u2019s supposed to be. Its design accounts for all the little aggravations that make replacing bulbs a chore. The bulbNEST\u00ae\u2019s patentpending design \u2018nests\u2019 each bulb securely, while its bright yellow lid and holes on the side make it easy to spot and grab from cluttered closets and high shelves.
\nWhile Lemke had run accounting and finance teams with organizations from small pre-IPO startups to Fortune 100 companies, she had never started a business herself, so she began by developing strategic partnerships with local businesses. She spent months working with the Denver-based 3D Printing Store to develop drawings and create the unique box design. Lemke also hand picked graphic designer Jen Honegger to develop the brand showcasing the concept of how a bulb \u2018nests\u2019 into place.<\/p>\n

\u201cI took everything I learned from helping other companies grow and applied it to my own business plan. I knew that it was more important to do things right than it was to do things quickly.\u201d She did the long, but slow work of filing for trademarks and patents, and finding quality strategic partners to rely on. It was nearly a year before she was ready to begin manufacturing. Even then, she took her time to make sure she was building the right product. \u201cI think my history and experience gives me a big-picture perspective that many entrepreneurs don\u2019t have. I have seen first-hand some of the pitfalls that businesses run into,\u201d Lemke says.<\/p>\n

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Even the name, Lynwood Creations, the parent company for the bulbNEST\u00ae and future products was meticulously created. The name is a legacy from her father\u2019s custom home building company. \u201cMy father had high standards for everything from education to work, and used to tell me that even if it was selling pencils on the side of the road, I better be doing my best,\u201d said Lemke. \u201cWell it\u2019s not quite pencils, but if I\u2019m going to create and sell something, it\u2019s going to live up to the standards I grew up with.\u201d For Lemke that means a sustainable product, and one that is Made in America. That\u2019s the baseline for the bulbNEST\u00ae and all future creations for Lemke.<\/p>\n

Planning and hard work paid off for Lemke as she launched her first commercial product in early 2017 on walmart.com, and her own web site bulbNEST.com. She is in development for a DIY version to launch this spring to be sold in brick and mortar locations, and in negotiations with several additional home improvement stores to take her creation to the next level.<\/p>\n

This is only the beginning of Lemke\u2019s new beginnings, however. She\u2019s taking everything she learned as an entrepreneur and applying it to new inventions and ideas as this inventor keeps reinventing herself<\/p>\n

About bulbNEST\u00ae (www.bulbNEST.com<\/a> ) The bulbNEST\u00ae is the inspiration of Denver business owner, Wendy Lemke who was dedicated to inventing a practical product that upheld her high standard of quality. She is the owner of Lynwood Creations, the parent company of bulbNEST\u00ae, and has more than 30 years of domestic and international business experience. bulbNEST\u00ae is a registered trademark and a patent-pending invention.<\/p>\n

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Here are a few tips for spring cleaning from “Chaos To Order”<\/p>\n

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Make a list: Write down every job you\u2019d like to accomplish, then prioritize. Don\u2019t forget about those easy-to-forget jobs that need to be done, like changing filters and vacuuming refrigerator coils to name a few.
\nSchedule time: It won\u2019t ever get done unless you carve out time to do it. The best way to ensure execution is to get it on the calendar\u2013with a reminder notification or two.
\nSimplify: How much do you really need? Before starting a decluttering project, think big-picture and how much you\u2019ll need to eliminate to optimize your space the way you want.
\nHere are a few blog posts that relate:<\/p>\n

It\u2019s Time To Spring Clean!
\nHow To Quickly Spring Clean Your Desk
\nSpring Cleaning: Things You Should Throw Away Now<\/p>\n

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Maple Holistics<\/h2>\n

by Caleb Backe<\/p>\n

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Spring cleaning time! Hooray! Well, the actual spring cleaning may be less fun at times, but there is nothing like the rewarding feeling you get after you\u2019ve cleaned your house and garden from top to bottom and inside out. Sitting back to reap the benefits is fun. Cleaning your home clears your mind. It\u2019s amazing how an atmosphere of calm and peace transcends once the house, garden and vehicle are freshly cleaned and organized.<\/p>\n

I always say, when it comes to spring cleaning, you\u2019re best off starting from the inside and working your way out \u2013 so, house first, garden and then vehicle. You may think that this theory makes zero sense, I mean, \u2018why waste time cleaning indoors when everybody will bring the mess with them from the vehicle and garden every time they step inside the house?\u2019 Was that your train of thought right now, am I right?<\/p>\n

Well, let me tell you a secret: no matter how much you clean, the house and the garden and the vehicle will get messed up again. \u2018Clean\u2019 is a fleeting state of being. I do not say this to discourage you, I am merely getting to the reason behind the \u2018inside \u2013 outside\u2019 theory. You see, if your house isn\u2019t clean, you\u2019ll be bringing mess out with you into your clean vehicle and garden. Now you must be thinking \u2018well, thank you very much, but there\u2019s a catch 22.\u2019<\/p>\n

Yes, I agree. But I also believe that people are going to try harder not to bring mess with them into a clean house than they are going to try not to take mess out with them into a clean vehicle and garden. After all, you do spend the most time indoors, (even if you are not a homebody and love the outdoors, don\u2019t forget you are home most of the night) so that should be the priority. If you start with the outdoors there will be no end to the cleaning. You\u2019ll be cleaning your garden, vehicle, house and then garden and vehicle again!<\/p>\n

Even more important is to apply this inside – outside theory inside your home as well. Organize cupboards and drawers first and then dust the furniture and find a space for any homeless objects lying around – and if the only reasonable space for them is in the dustbin, by all means, chuck them! I\u2019m all for getting rid of unnecessary items; that is the best way to keep you home neat and tidy for longer. Until the next round of junk accumulates\u2026we\u2019ll save that for next year\u2019s spring cleaning.<\/p>\n

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\nCaleb Backe is a Health and Wellness Expert for Maple Holistics.<\/p>\n

National Pest Management Association (NPMA) household tips for preparing the home\/buildings for spring, especially to protect against termites.<\/h3>\n

www.pestworld.org
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Termite infestations cause more than $5 billion in property damage in the U.S. every year \u2014 costs that are not typically covered by home insurance policies. Please feel free to share the below tips and credit the NPMA for your Outdoors \/ Indoors Spring Cleaning Essentials Feature!<\/p>\n

Here are NPMA\u2019s top 10 termite prevention tips:<\/p>\n

Eliminate or reduce moisture in and around the home, which termites need to thrive
\nRepair leaking faucets, water pipes and exterior AC units
\nRepair fascia, soffits and rotted roof shingles
\nReplace weather stripping and loose mortar around basement foundation and windows
\nDivert water away from the house through properly functioning downspouts, gutters and splash blocks
\nRoutinely inspect the foundation of a home for signs of mud tubes or wood that sounds hollow when tapped
\nMonitor all exterior areas of wood, including windows, doorframes and skirting boards for any noticeable changes
\nMaintain an 18-inch gap between soil and any wood portions of your home
\nStore firewood at least 20 feet away from the house
\nConsider scheduling a professional inspection annually, and if buying a home, don\u2019t bypass the wood destroying organism inspection<\/p>\n

POWER UP YOUR VAC \u2013 BRITAIN PREPARES TO GO CLEANING CRAZY FOR SPRING<\/h3>\n

Two-thirds of homeowners and renters planning a thorough spruce up
\nBizarre finds include secateurs and a wetsuit glove!
\nTips from Vorwerk ambassador and Channel 4\u2019s Lynsey \u2018Queen of Clean\u2019<\/p>\n

Over one in eight (13%) homeowners and renters are planning to spend more than a day spring cleaning this year, research for home appliance maker Vorwerk has revealed.<\/p>\n

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As evenings get lighter, two-thirds (67%) of households will be gearing up for their big clean \u2013 with 45% reaching for the vacuum cleaner as their first port of call to give their homes a fresher feel and a new look during the spring season.<\/p>\n

Of the remaining third who will be side-stepping a spring clean, 25% say they are \u2018too lazy\u2019, according to the findings for Vorwerk \u2013 the creators of the iconic Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner.<\/p>\n

However, deep cleaning has certainly paid off for 24% of households who have pocketed missing money during the housework. Others have also found a bizarre range of items including a pair of secateurs and wetsuit glove!<\/p>\n

UK\u2019s cleanest quarters<\/p>\n

Northern Ireland homes are preparing to be the cleanest in the UK \u2013 with 77% planning on making their homes spotless this spring, closely followed by 71% in the North West, and 70% in the West Midlands and North East respectively.<\/p>\n

Yorkshire adults are the biggest culprits in the UK for shunning the domestic chores \u2013 with 20% saying they have never done a spring clean, ahead of 18% in the East Midlands and 16% of South West households.<\/p>\n

Women lead the charge for committing to a spring clean this year \u2013 with one in 10 more females (71%) planning on making their homes spick and span compared to 63% of their male counterparts.<\/p>\n

Spring cleaning is deemed a high priority across the generations too \u2013 particularly for nearly three-quarters of 45-54-year-olds (71%) and 63% of 18-24-year-olds.<\/p>\n

However, more than a fifth (22%) of 18-24-year-olds admit they have shirked it altogether, and a further 37% say will be \u2018too lazy\u2019 to commit to a deep clean this year.<\/p>\n

Hygiene, home haven and a whole new look<\/p>\n

Figures suggest that a clean house gives off a certain impression too, with 37% saying they would think the host was lazy if they lived in a state. Meanwhile, 28% say they judge the homeowner negatively and 13% would want to offer a helping hand to clean.<\/p>\n

Top five biggest turn-offs in the home
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Dirty toilet
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Strong smells
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Messy kitchen
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Unkempt bathroom
\n49%<\/p>\n

Pet hair all over
\n43%<\/p>\n

Home horrors<\/p>\n

There\u2019s also 46% who would not even accept a drink in a messy home, nearly half (44%) would refuse food and 37% would avoid the bathroom. A third (33%) even wash their hands immediately as soon as they get home and 30% admit to cutting their visits short.<\/p>\n

Speaking about the findings, Vorwerk cleaning expert Thomas Henningsson, said: \u201cIt\u2019s refreshing to see that people still put value in a good, intensive spring clean to give their homes a new look following the unforgiving winter months.<\/p>\n

\u201cA clean home can provide a welcoming haven for friends and family and our research has found that a thorough clean gives off a good impression. It certainly pays off to go that extra mile too \u2013 as we\u2019ve seen with people finding all kinds of items whilst cleaning.\u201d<\/p>\n

Get organised<\/p>\n

Vorwerk ambassador and Channel 4 star, Lynsey \u2018Queen of Clean\u2019 Crombie, added: \u201cA good plan goes a long way towards your spring clean and it can seem less daunting if you organise your routine into manageable chunks. You should take things room by room so it\u2019s achievable and doesn\u2019t seem like a chore.<\/p>\n

\u201cPeople do judge you on your homes so it\u2019s great to see that many of us are planning a spring clean this year. I like that people do it because they are house proud \u2013 that\u2019s something I can relate to and will be spending the time to make sure my home is spick and span for guests and my family to enjoy.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lynsey\u2019s 5 Spring Cleaning shortcuts<\/p>\n

To deep clean your sinks, sprinkle some bicarbonate of soda over the plug hole, and then pour down some white wine vinegar. Follow this with some boiling water to flush out your drain and leave it smelling fresh<\/p>\n

To get rid of those stubborn water marks on shower doors and tiles, cut a lemon in half and rub it directly onto the marks<\/p>\n

If your glassware has stubborn water stains, gently rub over them with potato skins to remove the grime and rinse as normal. They will come up as good as new<\/p>\n

Gently rub a tennis ball over marks on paintwork and watch them disappear<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve got watermark rings on your table, place some fabric on top of the mark and iron the surface on a low heat.<\/p>\n

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After a long winter of hibernating by the fire, it\u2019s essential to add \u201cFireplace\u201d to your spring cleaning list! Use the Pine Mountain Creosote Buster Firelog to reduce dangerous creosote buildup, which is the second leading cause of home fires!<\/h3>\n

From\u00a0www.pinemountainfire.com<\/a><\/h3>\n