My neighbors ask us to pick up their newspaper every when they go out of town (twice a month) - do I have to do their newspaper everyday or the day before they come back?
Good question - who still gets a newspaper delivered? For those neighbors that do, I recommend you pick it up every day. The neighborhood thief doesn't need to know they're away and a pile of newspapers could be a telling tale.
Neighbor Advice - get answers to your neighbor questions.
Monday, April 25, 2011
Friday, April 22, 2011
Borrowing your Neighbors Stuff
How to borrow your neighbors stuff (tools, car, books, cup of sugar, etc.)
A few simple rules of thumb,
1. Return it - if possible either ask when they need it back or suggest a time/date and ask if that's acceptable.
2. If you break it, replace it.
If you're thinking of borrowing something and it looks marginal to begin with, take a pass on borrowing it.
3. Always - Always return it in the same condition or better than you borrowed it.
4. Finally, say thank you :)
Simple guidelines to being good neighbors!
A few simple rules of thumb,
1. Return it - if possible either ask when they need it back or suggest a time/date and ask if that's acceptable.
2. If you break it, replace it.
If you're thinking of borrowing something and it looks marginal to begin with, take a pass on borrowing it.
3. Always - Always return it in the same condition or better than you borrowed it.
4. Finally, say thank you :)
Simple guidelines to being good neighbors!
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Greeting new neighbors
What's the best way to welcome new neighbors?
There are lots of ways to welcome new neighbors.
Here are a few reader suggestions,
1. Leave a small treat at their door (Champagne, flowers, card, etc.) with a welcoming neighbor note. Introduce your self and include your address.
2. A neighbor note in the mail box.
3. Bring over a baked pie. (Do people really do this anymore? - impressive)
I like the idea of leaving something at their door. When people are just getting settled in, it's easier to respond on their own time. No one likes getting caught off-guard. And, I'm sure new neighbors would like to make a good impression.
There are lots of ways to welcome new neighbors.
Here are a few reader suggestions,
1. Leave a small treat at their door (Champagne, flowers, card, etc.) with a welcoming neighbor note. Introduce your self and include your address.
2. A neighbor note in the mail box.
3. Bring over a baked pie. (Do people really do this anymore? - impressive)
I like the idea of leaving something at their door. When people are just getting settled in, it's easier to respond on their own time. No one likes getting caught off-guard. And, I'm sure new neighbors would like to make a good impression.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Neighbor advice
It's better to discuss problems with someone you know and respect. Introduce yourselves.
Friday, May 8, 2009
City of Hopkins, Minnesota neighborly tip
Here's a good neighbor-to-neighbor communication tip if an "issue" comes up -
found at City of Hopkins, Minnesota neighborly tip - Speak calmly and without accusation, allowing them a chance to respond in a similar fashion. Share your concerns—not your position. ("We're concerned about mosquitoes breeding in the tires in your backyard." vs. "Get those tires out of your yard!")
found at City of Hopkins, Minnesota neighborly tip - Speak calmly and without accusation, allowing them a chance to respond in a similar fashion. Share your concerns—not your position. ("We're concerned about mosquitoes breeding in the tires in your backyard." vs. "Get those tires out of your yard!")
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