So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Monday, November 17, 2008

Starting Off with Solar Power Energy

By Ralf Wopterun

You know that your electricity bill is high, and when you think about all of the things that are plugged in inside your home, it is no wonder that your bill rises each month. With your electric lights, televisions, computers, electric stoves and clothes dryers, you are using a huge amount of electricity each and every day.

The problem is that everybody uses a lot of electricity and electricity is not cheap. It is not a renewable source either. This means that many people are trying to do the right thing when it comes to electricity. Using a solar power system in your home is an affordable way to power your home. Here is a look at what you should know about solar systems before installing one.

Learn Everything You Can About Solar Power:
Before deciding to invest your money in solar power systems for your home, you should take the time to do your research and learn all you can about this form of energy. You should learn the advantages and disadvantages of solar power and find out more about the latest technology and the products that are available to you.

There are many books, magazines and websites that can help you understand the basics of solar energy, and how you can use this energy to your advantage inside your home. Knowing all you can will help you make a better decision about going solar.

Take an Honest Look at Your Needs:

The next thing that you need to do before deciding to go solar is to take a hard and honest look at your electricity needs. You will need to figure out how much energy you use on a monthly basis so that you will be able to calculate how much solar power you will need to collect. There are many websites solely dedicated to this purpose, and they will help you decide whether or not going solar is right for you.

After you have assessed your electricity needs, you may decide that you can reduce the amount of electricity you use. If you can reduce the amount of electricity you use by using more energy efficient appliances and energy-efficient light bulbs, you can then decrease the amount of solar power that you will need to install. Replacing your basement windows is another way to conserve your energy by reducing drafts in your home.

This is only the starting point for going solar in your home or business. You can also consult a professional that can help walk you through the process of converting to solar energy.

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