Ray Zwart's (rayzwart) Blog

It's time again... WHY, WHY, WHY, Inquiring minds want to know... Whose idea was it to put an "S" in the word "Lisp"?If people evolved from apes, why are there still apes?Why is it that no matter what color bubble bath you use the bubbles are always white?Have a great day! It's easier to sell Rea...

Why, Why, Why... have you ever wondered, or been intrigued by...             Why doesn't glue stick to the bottle? Why do they use sterilized needles for death by lethal injection?Why doesn't Tarzan have a beard?Why does Superman stop bullets with his chest, but ducks when you throw a revolver at...

Wind power is a plentiful source of renewable energy in our region. Wind turbines now supply only about 1 percent of worldwide energy use, but wind energy has increased fivefold between 2000 and 2007. Wind harvested in three of our 50 states could provide enough power for the whole country, and o...

GREEN EVENTSApril 10th: Book discussion based on "Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life" by Barbara Kingslover 7p.m to 8:15 p.m., Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, farmhouse at the Outdoor Discovery Center, 20 Kenridge Farm Drive, Route 9W, Cornwall. Members free. Pre-register by calling ...

Spring is in the air, and around many homes spring flowers are already shooting out of the ground. Now is the time to prune your early spring shrubs and trees.Trees and shrubs to prune in early spring, while dormantYou can still get your pruner out this spring to shape the following list of trees...

Have some thoughts crossed your mind or ever wondered...Why, Why, Why  Do we press harder on a remote control when we know the batteries are getting dead?Why do banks charge a fee on "insufficient funds" when they know there is not enough money?Why does someone believe you when you say there are ...

Have some thoughts crossed your mind or ever wondered...Why, Why, Why  Do we press harder on a remote control when we know the batteries are getting dead?Why do banks charge a fee on "insufficient funds" when they know there is not enough money?Why does someone believe you when you say there are ...

Everyone is talking "Green Living" these days! Here are a few simple and cost effective actions you can take to help the environment.STOP DRAFTS. Check the weatherstripping around exterior doors and replace if worn...this can save up to $30 a year. Also check the caulking around windows at the sa...

"CATCH THE DREAM"Does the price of a home seem out of reach for you or a client? There are several options available in todays market. As a renter you are already spending a pre determined amount for housing. Ever thought of some one assisting to pay your mortgage? One of the best opportunities f...

Join Us Sunday, May 4th 200810:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the SUNY Orange Middletown Campusfor a Free Home Buyers ExpoCLASSES FOR BUYERSHome Buying 101 : This extended class will cover topics including but not limited to selecting your Realtor,  how to shop for a home, home inspections, financing options ...