Check out some of these facts about ice cream that are relevant for this month:

1.       Since we are innately creative, we have found a way to come up with different kinds of ice creams. Sure, you may think of the traditional scoop on a cone, but there are more kinds of ice cream than that. There is frozen yogurt, sorbets, sherberts, and more. Use this month as an opportunity to explore what is out there. Fun fact:  Did you know that the most popular flavor is vanilla, then chocolate? Interesting, right?

2.       If you’re still practicing caution, you can just make ice cream inside the comforts of your Dallas apartments. You can either get the ingredients from a local market, or you can get them delivered to you using an app or shopping online. This may be a fun project to do, especially if you have roommates or little kids that you’re trying to entertain. Here’s a great website that will give you instructions.  

3.       Fortunately, Dallas has some places open that have ice cream. We recommend checking out Cauldron Ice Cream because it has good reviews and we know it’s ice cream is refreshing. It’s a good excuse to get out of the house and stretch your legs, too!

So how will you make the most out of National Ice Cream Month? There are many ways you can have fun with it, aside from the tips recommended above. Just google National Ice Cream Month and see what kinds of things you can do to make the most out of this occasion. We hope this brings you much-needed refreshment after all the seriousness that has been going on this year!

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Here are some tips on how you can make use of new décor for your apartment:

1.            Change the Vibe- It’s important to come up with a theme, or at least the ESSENCE of what you’d like your apartment to have. When you’re home, is your goal to feel relaxed, energized, or both? If you want to feel relaxed, use more earth tones, and get things like succulents and incense (if your building allows this) to feel as though you’re more grounded. If you want to feel more energized, bring in some color and use either a citrus-type or spicy kind of air diffuser so that your senses are awakened.

2.            Add Little Accents- People underestimate the power of little accessories in your home that can truly give it some character. If you’re drawing a blank on this one, think about getting the following things: a wall clock, a movie poster, a record player, a decorative candle, pillows for your couch, and more if you go to the home section of Amazon.com. It’s very important that you do all your shopping online!

3.            Consider New Furniture- Right now is a great time to shop for new furniture online or on different apps, like OfferUp, where people are trying to get rid of quality things in order to get more money. Add a new chair or desk to your apartment in order to accentuate the new vibe you’re going for.

This concludes how to redo your Dallas apartments. If you have additional tips, please share in the comments below.

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Here are some easy ways in which you can start going green in Dallas. 

Bike to work!

Over 10% of our Carbon Dioxide (CO2) gas emissions come from road traffic. If your commute is not significantly long, consider investing in a bicycle! You can start by biking a few days of the week. You can also combine public transportation and biking if you live a little further away from work. By using your car less, you will be significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions and saving money on gas!

Invest in a reusable water bottle.

One of the quickest ways of using less plastic is by avoiding the purchase of bottled water. Plastic bottles release chemicals that are bad for your health, plus not all of them get adequately recycled and only add to the waste that keeps getting collected in our oceans and lands. Use a water filter at home and refill your bottle every day. You will stay hydrated, and feel better by knowing you are not creating more waste. Here are some tips on how to choose a reusable water bottle.

Buy from your farmers’ market!

By buying from your local farmers’ market, not only you are supporting local business owners, but you are also helping to reduce your carbon footprint by purchasing vegetables and fruits that are in season and that have not traveled far to get to your city. Most of the food products in farmers’ markets are organic, and it is always fresher than the ones in grocery stores. Going to a farmers’ market is fun! Some of them have arts and crafts by local artists and live music. The Dal-Rich Towne Square Farmers’ Market happens on Saturdays and it’s only ten minutes away from Churchill on the Park! They have many vendors that sell tasty food. Don’t forget to bring your reusable bags!

Mind your energy usage.

Turn the AC off as you leave home. There’s no use in keeping it on if no one is there! About 11% of our greenhouse gas emissions come from the CO2 generated by buildings’ AC units. It is best to avoid it altogether. To keep your house fresh, you can leave the windows open, or shut down the blinds. If you have electric fans, consider using these instead when you are home. You will lower your energy bills and cut down on pollution!

Which of these tips do you already apply? At Churchill on the Park, we care about the environment and our community. What are some ways in which you participate in the eco-friendly movement? Share your tips with us in the comments!

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