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Alana LIGHT'S MAKE YOUR HOUSE A HOME, SHINING A *LIGHT* ON
GOOD PEOPLE, GOOD IDEAS FOR YOUR HOME & GOOD THINGS FOR YOUR LIFE. HEARD GLOBALLY ON WWW.SANTAFE.COM AND ON KVSF 101.5 FM, THE VOICE OF SANTA FE |
QUESTION: What really makes your house a home?
GOOD NEWS OF THE WEEK: Claudia & Leticia Claudia (L) returning the wallet to Leticia (R) on Airport Road in Santa Fe, NM
Leticia's daughter was so happy to be going to college for the first time in St. Louis. In all the excitement of moving from Santa Fe to St. Louis, she somehow dropped her wallet. Can you image the panic she felt?
Meanwhile back in Santa Fe, Claudia was driving her van and noticed something on the road. She stopped to pick it up, and sure enough, it was the missing wallet. Alana just so happened to be walking by when Claudia was returning the wallet to a very grateful Leticia. Yet another example of how there are good people doing good things all the time. PRO CORNER: David Jolly of Metzger's Do It Best
PROJECT HEAVEN ON EARTH: Martin Rutte
"Martin is a friend, a colleague, and a valued adviser with honest simplicity and keen insight. The power of spirit illuminates his work."
-Jack Canfield, New York Times Best Selling co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul
This week's music: Imagine by Pentatonix
Go out and BE A LIGHT.... at home, at work and in your own community.
Exciting changes are coming, so be sure to tune in for the announcement on next week's show.
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Our favorite Pluma Construction pals are back, with information about renovating your home. But first, the shocking good news of the week all the way from Bangkok.
GOOD NEWS OF THE WEEK: Compassion instead of force
PRO CORNER: Jose Lovato & Lisa Biby Jose Lovato and Lisa Biby before we went to air
Jose Lovato, foreman for Pluma Construction Systems is joined by Lisa Biby, master scheduler at Pluma to talk about renovation. Pluma is the premier veteran-owned contractor for NM, working on the NM Museum of Art, the NM Veteran's memorial grounds, and more. They're the #1 contractor for UPS stores all throughout NM and southern CO. The good news is that they also bring their team of experts to residential projects as well. Hear about their in-house custom cabinet maker. You'll also hear them sing the praises of their outstanding boss, Chris Pacheco, a man of integrity. Listen for tips on how to make your own home improvement project go smoothly. Call the folks at Pluma at 505.345.0755 and visit their website Plucys.com In over your head with a DIY project? Call Jose for his handyman services at 505.453.3941
Bonus: To hear previous podcasts of Jose Lovato & Pluma Construction Systems owner Chris Pacheco, listen to "When to Call a Pro" 21-Aug-2016 or "Ask a Pro"29-Jan-2017 show. HOME TIP: Renovating? Here's where to donate your construction extras.
So you're in the middle of redoing your kitchen and the old cabinets are just not "you" any more. But what do you do with them? If you watch home improvement shows you'll see the hosts gleefully smashing the old cabinets, but stop there just a minute. Someone could really use these. But what do you do with them? Listen for the 8 types of construction items you can donate, and where to take them. It's the ultimate in recycling. (segment begins at 31:24)
Go out and BE A LIGHT..... at home, at work, and in your own community.
This week's music - HOME by Jack Johnson.
Next week: A family-owned business that's celebrating 70 years! You'll also meet Mr. Heaven on Earth himself. Good News of the week and more. Come back next Sunday to hear their great stories.
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Model: Alecia Earle. Photo by www.facebook.com/SteeleStyleShots
We'd like you to get to know Alicia Montgomery and Alecia Earle - two super women! But first, this week's Be Your Own Designer tip, and the Good News of the Week.
Be Your Own Designer Tip of the Week: If it's out, make it lovely
Here is a tip shared at the recent De-stress De-junk De-clutter workshop Alana taught in TX. Whatever you use every single day can be out on the counters, but how do you make it look better? Listen to this week's tip on how to display what you use every day so it is practical as well as beautiful. You'll hear three ways to delightfully display your items used daily.
Good News of the Week: Paying it Forward, one slice of pizza at a time
Rosa's Pizza customers pay it forward by prepaying $1 so someone in need can have a pizza slice. Every one of those post-it's is a prepaid slice. Almost 10,000 pizza slices have been given out to date. We love this. #BeTheChange #PayItForward #WhenYouGetGive #GoodNews
Alicia Montgomery: Barrel Racer and Beautiful Jewelry Creator
Meet Alicia Montgomery, a professional barrel racer, and breeder of adorable dachshunds. She's done so much, that we didn't even get to talk about her award-winning horses! Listen for how a silversmith class changed Alicia's life. Seven years ago she had an accident that left her blind in one eye. Shortly afterwards her beloved horse died, as well as her dear friend passed away all in the same time frame. To process her grief, she healed her heart by creating a necklace with everything that represented her loved ones. Thus, Memory Necklaces were born. Pretty soon her personalized necklaces were being sold at rodeos and elsewhere to people who found comfort and healing through the beautiful pieces. She really shows us how creativity heals.
Today you can order these gorgeous, personalized necklaces made with love for your friends, family and yourself. Mothers put their children's names on them. Dog lovers have their own necklace honoring their four footed friends. We're ordering the inspirational necklaces. See the latest & greatest designs on Alicia's Facebook page. You can also see her designs onEtsy shop or on her website. How often can you buy such beautiful, personalized pieces from such a talented, multi-faceted woman? We love her work, and we love her. Buy one for your friends andtwo for yourself. #PerfectGift #HorseLovers #BirthdayGift #MothersDay #MemoryNecklace #giftswithmeaning #doglovers #birthstone #personalizedgifts Alecia Earle: Public Defender's Office & Photographer Extraordinaire
How does a busy mom, and investigator for the CO Public Defender's Office find her creative niche? She takes exceptional photographs, that's how. Alecia's photos are consistently named among the best of the best by JPG Magazine (that's the one with 61K followers!)
Hear how you can take better photos of your kiddos. (Is it bribery or effective parenting?) Tips for taking better photos with your iPhone. You'll also hear about how she personalized their home with her photos and creative ideas we adore. (That hand-painted tree with bookshelves in the branches - love!) Hear about her legendary themed birthday party. Want to get together with girlfriends? Start a craft club with custom cocktails like Alecia & her friends did. Find A.E. Photography on Facebook by clicking here. You can also see her Pinterest feed here. See some of her gorgeous photos below. We couldn't decide so we created a slide show of several for you.
This week's music is by yet another Alicia - Alicia Keys, Superwoman. (see video below) Alicia M. and Alecia E. are both exactly that... super women! Shout-out to all you super women.
Go out an BE A LIGHT... at home, at work and in your own community. Tune in every Sunday at 2 as we help you make your house a home.
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Information on how to plan your next renovation, be your own designer tip, good news of the week and more.
Rob & Ron, two outstanding men who are doing great things.
GOOD NEWS OF THE WEEK: Street Symphony click for link
Every week we feature some good news, highlighting the best in humanity. This week, it's the Los Angeles Street Symphony, bringing the healing power of live music to those who need it most. Homeless, and incarcerated folks are transformed by the stunningly beautiful sounds of this sweet symphony.
BE YOUR OWN DESIGNER: You must fill your home with these three things
PRO CORNER: Rob Lochner of Habitat for Humanity of Santa Fe
GIVING BACK: Ron Hidalgo of Silver Horizons New Mexico Ron Hidalgo
What do you have in your wallet right now? $5? That five dollar bill would feed a low income NM senior for five weeks. You read that right... five weeks! This is possible due to the efforts of Ron Hidalgo. the Executive Director of Silver Horizons of New Mexico.
Every month Silver Horizons feeds seniors, provides utility assistance and offers help with home repairs. For information on how you can help, call Ron at 505.800.1400 or email him at Ron@SilverHorizons.org Between now and Father's Day next Sunday, Walgreens of NM is collecting donations for Silver Horizons. To learn more CLICK HERE to view brief video on this outstanding organization. Do you have an extra $5 to help? Get to your local NM Walgreens and say, "I care about seniors."
This week's music: Do Something (see below).
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Taken from catchy song "Can't Stop the Feeling", this week's theme is Sunshine in My Pocket. Follow the tip of the week, and you'll feel sunny. Volunteer in your area as Rose suggests, and you will feel brighter. Take on projects around your own home like Mark and you'll be beaming.
HOME TIP OF THE WEEK.... This one may surprise you
As an unexpected twist on the usual Be Your Own Designer tip, Alana talks about the importance of gratitude (yes gratitude!) Before you get overwhelmed with all the things that you have to change about your home or obsess over the things that you just hate, it's important to cultivate gratitude for what is good about your home. Then you can go about making changes with a balanced perspective. If the inevitable mishaps occur (and they will!) you won't have a melt-down when the tile is delayed 3 weeks, or the roofer steps through your son's bedroom ceiling. Plus, it's proven to be good for you overall, as outlined in this NY Times article. For more inspiration our friend filmmaker Louie Schwartzberg's Gratitude Revealed project is Oprah and Pope Francis-approved. (Click here to listen to our interview.)
If you're feeling stressed out over your home's renovation, take a deep breath and list what you're grateful for. Ahhh. That's better. Gratitude is an essential component in your home's interior design. Who knew! GIVING BACK / PAYING IT FORWARD: Rose Thompson
PRO CORNER: Mark Clement
GOOD NEWS OF THE WEEK
This week’s music is our producer Geno's favorite song: Can’t Stop the Feeling We bet you'll be singing it all week too.
Go out and BE A LIGHT… at home, at work and in your own community. When this show first aired, we had over 17K views on FB
For Memorial Day weekend show, we're talking to Kevin of the Veterans Community Project. Veterans helping Veterans, ending homelessness. We'll also hear from Marcos Zubia and find out what's been happening at Esperanza. Tune in next Sunday at 2 (MT). #tinyhouse #solutions
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  We're always better together! Shout-out to growing audience around the world, and to the outstanding team on the Santa Fe Habitat for Humanity Women Build event this week. (pictured) Today's guests talk about handmade furniture... and how one hour a week will change someone's life (and yours!) But first, this week's tip for your own home... BE YOUR OWN DESIGNER TIP: Less 'Stuff' is Better
GOOD NEWS OF THE WEEKCity worker that rescheduled entire project to allow resident to heal from cancer surgery. One small act of kindness can make all the difference to someone. Email us your good news stories. PRO CORNER: Scott White | White Design
GIVING BACK / PAYING IT FORWARD: Keri PowellTX Big Sister of the Year, Keri Powell talks about the joys of being a Big Sister. Hear what happened 11 years ago the first time she and sweet little Kiana went to McDonald's. Melted our hearts! Today, Kiana is not only a beautiful young woman, she is part of the family. You too can get involved with just with just an hour a week's commitment. You don't have to be a parent in order to make a difference in someone's life. To find out more, visit www.BBBS.org. Thanks for inspiring us, Keri & Kiana! This week's music: Better Together by Jack Johnson. Go out and BE A LIGHT... at home, at work, and in your own community. 
 Women and power tools - it's a beautiful thing! But first, the good news of the week..... Good News of the Week: Dante Wilson & Nick Bayer CEO hires Philadelphia homeless teenager Dante Wilson, and changed Dante's life. CEO Nick said, "Kids surrounded by bad circumstances see no hope - now I can do something about that.... I don't want to do the easy thing - I want to do the RIGHT thing." He did the right thing indeed. Dante not only succeeded at his new job, he quickly moved up in the organization and now is a mentor to other homeless youth. Great story! For full story click here. Upcoming DRAB 2 FAB Workshop: Having the home decor of your dreams does not have to cost much at all. Come to Alana's DRAB 2 FAB workshop and learn hundreds of budget-friendly ideas for every room in your home. Most things you can do to improve your home's decor cost less than $300! Sign up today. Saturday May 6th 1-4 pm. $40 at Fuller Lodge Art Center. Preregistration required: 505.662.1635 Pro Corner:Leah Bolden (pictured) of See Jane Drill. Having been a journeyman and trades instructor, she is uniquely qualified to demystify the ins and outs of DIY. Hear her top 5 tools that every DIY'er should have. After watching her videos, you'll say, "I can do this!" Giving Back:
To join Alana's Santa Fe team Friday 5/12 email us. If you're not in Santa Fe, Grab a friend and sign up to help someone have a home in your own community. This week's music, Aretha Franklin's R.E.S.P.E.C.T Go out and BE A LIGHT.... at home, at work, and in your community. Let's make your house a home every Sunday at 2 (MT). When this show aired, we had over 14K views on FB  Next Sunday 30-April-2017 we're talking with International Folk Art Alliance CEO Jeff Snell. Hear why the IFAM is Alana Light's all-time favorite festival / market in Santa Fe, and what the USA Today has to say about IFAM! Tickets on sale now. You'll also meet another women who is comfortable with power tools, Diana Clements.
  GOOD NEWS OF THE WEEK: We've all been on overcrowded flights, where even the carry-on luggage have to be checked. This mother of twin babies, was about to be kicked off the airplane, until a stranger stepped up to lend a hand. We love this true story of compassion in action. Wait till you hear what the stranger told her own daughter. With Easter coming up & people traveling, it's good to be reminded about the impact of a random act of kindness. For the full story, click here.
 GIVING BACK / PRO CORNER: Ned Jacobs has spent a lifetime helping others wherever he has lived. He is constantly making communities better. Having too much energy to retire, he now runs Quezada Jacobs Family Allstate in Santa Fe and is heavily involved in numerous non-profits. We chatted about insurance matters, including health insurance for micro businesses. Upcoming event in Santa Fe. Need insurance? You're in good hands with Ned Jacobs.  PRO CORNER: Agiola Bejko of HOMEWISE, a Santa Fe nonprofit that empowers would-be homeowners to be mortgage ready. Free classes for financial fitness checkups, and so much more more. Think you can’t afford a home in Santa Fe? Think again! With as little as 2% down and no PMI, Homewise is making home ownership accessible to all. Perhaps you want a second home in Santa Fe; talk to the folks at Homewise about affordable options. If you’d like to bring this style non-profit to your own community, contact Neighbor Works America. This week's song, Home by Phillip Phillips Go out and BE A LIGHT…. at home, at work and in your community. Let’s make your house a home, every Sunday at 2 (MT)
 Image from Marni Jameson. What is important in your life? BE YOUR OWN DESIGNER TIP: Rethink / reuse / re-purpose your furniture. Last week we heard fro Kassidy who turned the changing table into a BBQ station. This week's suggestions include a buffet piece in the play room. Transforming an old table. Night stands into a coffee table. TV armoire into a wet bar. Go ahead, shop your home!  Marni and her beautiful mother  PRO CORNER: Acclaimed author and nationally syndicated home design consultant, Marni Jameson. Her books are highly recommended: House of Havoc, The House Always Wins, and her newest Downsizing the Family Home: What to Keep and What to Let Go. How to help your loved ones let go of their stuff, with love and compassion. "When everything's important, then nothing's important." What she said to her 89 yr. old mother about hanging onto maternity clothes. And what you can let go of, for your own kids' sake. Find At Home with Marni Jameson in major newspapers around the country every week. Who knew that there are more storage facilities than Starbucks?!? We eagerly await Marni's followup Downsizing workbook, helping you to keep what's most important. Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to join us!  GOOD NEWS OF THE WEEK: Baltimore Maryland's Andres (Andy) Gonzales and his friends Ali & Atman started Holistic Life Foundation. They bring meditation into schools and it’s replaced detention! Over 7K students per week learn to center in, and forgo violence. “Mindful Moment Room”, the oasis in a school. Results speak for themselves... three years with zero suspensions. The kids are growing up through the program and returning to help the younger generation. Kudos to Andy, Ali & Atman – you are indeed the A team. The publisher of Mindful Magazine wrote this week, “Andy, Atman and Ali’s work should be a model for communities across the country.” Amen. How can you implement this in your city? Would you like to begin a program in your area? Contact Andy, Ali & Atman by CLICKING HERE. Be the change you wish to see in your community. It's up to each one of us, and this "A Team" is showing the way. Watch Andy, Ali & Atman's TEDx talk. Be sure to watch the little boy at right lead the entire audience in a meditation on sending love. All we can say is wow, oh wow. We need this in every school. Go out and BE A LIGHT.... at home, at work and in your own community!  Next Sunday 9-April-2017 Alana will be talking with Ned Jacobs about insurance and philanthropy. She'll also be talking to HOMEWISE, whose programs make home ownership achievable no matter what your income. Tune in next Sunday at 2 pm (MT).
This week's guests and stories have to do with DOING SOMETHING. This anonymous woman did something that cost $749 for a complete stranger. Ron is feeding our hungry seniors. Andy is keeping old fashioned customer service alive. And this week's be your own designer tip will tell you what order to decorate. Enjoy!
GOOD NEWS OF THE WEEK:
This woman's picture paying for an airline ticket has gone viral last week. Why? She stepped up to pay the airline ticket for a complete stranger. This woman's kind gesture restores your faith in humanity. Full story here.
 Ron Hidalgo serves as a tribute to his parents
GIVING BACK AND PAYING IT FORWARD:
Ron Hidalgo, Exec. Director of Silver Horizons took a fledgling nonprofit and expanded it to include much of NM from Belen to Santa Fe. He feeds very low income seniors who have worked their whole lives, never dreaming they’d need assistance in their 80's. Pensions fold, a spouse's illness wipes out savings, and life happens. Many are living on $500-$700/month and are raising their grandchildren on that. Two years ago the organization fed 70 seniors a month, and today under Ron's leadership they feed almost 2000 a month. Silver Horizons provides a shopping type experience in their food pantries. Fresh fruits and vegetables along with quality meats are given at no cost to seniors. Ron does all this for $2 = 2 weeks' food. Last year 1,080,000 lbs. of food was distributed throughout NM, the second most needy state in the U.S. Silver Horizons also provides utility assistance and home repairs, helping seniors stay safely in their own homes. A team of dedicated volunteers make it all happen. Please support this outstanding organization by hosting a local food drive, or by donating to www.SilverHorizons.org. Call Ron directly at 505.800.1400
PRO CORNER:
Andy Fox’s family runs CB Fox, a charming Los Alamos department store for those who hate to shop. They provide quality merchandise, reasonably priced U.S. made furniture, clothing, and chocolates to die for. A central part of the Los Alamos community, they give family-like outstanding customer service that is a welcome change to the online shopping experience. Several floors of carefully chosen merchandise, it's a one stop shop. Listen for Andy's connection to Santa himself. When visiting Santa Fe, be sure to pop up the hill to CB Fox at 1735 Central Ave. Los Alamos, NM 87544.
This week’s music:Do Something. "If not us then who?" Great song that inspired this week's show title. Go out and BE A LIGHT…. at home, at work, and in your community. Tune in next Sunday at 2 as we make your house a home.
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About Make Your House a HOME showThere was always something to uplift and inspire you on Make Your House a HOME show. We showcased good ideas for your home and your life. By listening to this podcast, you join an international group of listeners who share a desire to beautify their homes, and make their communities better places to live, one compassionate act at a time. To date, we've had 172K podcast listeners in now a total of 47 countries. 
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