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Are you already feeling stress and anxiety at the mere thought of hosting the holidays at your place this year? Don’t worry. A little preparation can go a very long way. Before friends and family barge their way in, here are a few things you can do in the coming weeks to make sure everything…
Nov
01
2019
At Pangea, we care about the communities we manage and want to do our part to give back to our residents and neighbors. Since 2007, the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) has partnered with the nonprofit Operation Warm to provide thousands of winter coats to children in public housing. This year Operation Warm donated 7,500 coats…
Oct
25
2019
With every passing season comes new trends. With home decoration, it’s about what’s new and what no longer works, what’s exciting, and what lost its luster. Father time is ushering in the autumn and with it, all the trendy new ways to decorate your home! So what are you waiting for? Read on to find…
Oct
17
2019
Lower your expectations It’s likely taken a while for your apartment to get to the level of messy that it’s currently at. Therefore, don’t expect to fix it all with the snap of a finger. The mess took time to make, so it will take time to clean up. Your best bet is to start…
Oct
10
2019
(Picture Courtesy of Chef Sara's Cafe Facebook Page) It’s no secret that Chicago has a thriving food scene. No matter what type of cuisine you’re looking for, or what neighborhood you’re in, you’re guaranteed to find something to satisfy your taste buds and fill your stomach. The South Shore neighborhood is no different, with delicious…
Oct
01
2019
Choosing how to decorate your home can be a trying experience. It’s difficult to hone the look and feel of your dwellings to suit exactly what you want. You may take hours planning, deciding whether or not your planned decorations accurately reflect who you are. You may also spend time scouring the internet for home decoration…
Sep
24
2019
Not all apartments are equipped with central air. And even if you have been blessed with the feature of air conditioning, you may not always want to rely on it. So, how else can you possibly keep your apartment cool and comfortable as summertime temperatures creep in? Turn off the lights According to the U.S.…
Sep
20
2019
How you decorate your home can put smiles on your guests faces every time they walk in the door. Or, it can cause your guests to question your happiness and wellbeing. Even if you are not much of an entertainer, decorating your home should bring you joy, not anxiety. You should look forward to walking…
Aug
20
2019
The practice of saging or smudging has become quite popular recently. If you are not familiar with saging, it is the practice of burning natural plants or wood–like dried sage–to help purify the aura of one's home. It’s an ancient spiritual ritual with roots in Native American tradition. It was and still is believed that…
Jul
31
2019
If you reside in or even near a large metropolitan area, chances are that you have a pretty lengthy commute to and from work each day. Have you ever stopped to think about how that commute could be affecting your overall life? Research shows that a long, stressful commute could have a negative impact on…