April Newsletter

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The Buzz of Nashville

In Like a Lion... Out Like a Lamb

March weather can be wildly unpredictable... from snow to 70 degrees. But, one thing we can predict... is that spring is just around the corner! The number one indicator of spring in our business is household ants & termites. Yep... those little pesky colonies keep us busy all spring long and into the summer.

Ants and termites can surprise you with swarms. To tell the difference between a ant swarm & a termite swarm, take a look this diagram. A swarm isn't anything to fear... call today for preventative pest control or a free termite inspection.

Questions I get Asked:

Why doesn't Windex or other household cleaners get rid of my ants?

Ants in your kitchen (or any other area of your house for that matter) can be extremely frustrating and difficult to control. At first sight of ants, many people grab whatever household cleaner is at arms reach... unfortunately, this rarely does the job intended.

An ant colony may be under your house, in your yard, or a ways away from the house. The queen is in command and sending the workers out to find food sources to feed the colony. Attempting to control the ants you see with a household cleaner doesn't get to the root of the problem-- the queen & colony. When the ants you kill don't bring back food, the queen just summons a new batch of ants back to your kitchen to finish the work... and the problem continues.

News & Events

Lipscomb's Green Business & Living Summit & Expo

All-American is a Gold Sponsor for The Green Business and Living Summit and Expo. The Green Business and Living Summit and Expo will be held on the Lipscomb University campus, April 2-4, 2009. This event is hosted by Lipscomb's Institute for Sustainable Practice and focuses on growing green business opportunities in Tennessee such as green building, energy, transportation, home, office, electronics, waste elimination, and the environment.

There will be a 2 ½ day Green Expo showcasing green products and services for consumers as well as a one day Business Summit for business leaders interested in this rapidly growing market and in greening their business practices. Additional information is posted on the web site at www.greenbusinessandliving.net.

A Nashvillian You Should Know

My Mom! Barbara Foster

Have you ever dreamed of visiting the Great Barrier Reef? Ever imagined riding a camel to breakfast? Or what about hanging out with Tasmanian Devils? If you would like to create an experience of a lifetime, meet Barbara Foster, my wonderful Mom.

My mom has always taught our family that travel is important. We live in a pretty amazing world with so many places to visit and people to meet. Over 12 years ago, Barbara began helping others to plan their vacations to "remarkable destinations." Today, she specializes in the South Pacific which includes Australia, New Zealand, and Figi. She's traveled to Australia many times and has established great friendships and business relationship that help her to ensure a wonderful trip for each of her clients- this gives her clients great insight and benefits when planning their first, second or tenth trip to the down under.