Author: Kim Gombold

  Attending a Halloween costume party and trick-or-treating, are traditions for many families. I still remember some of the costumes and parties I went to as a child. As I married and had my own children, I was able to enjoy all the festivities with them. Being a huge chocolate lover I always enjoyed inspecting […]

Shorter days, blowing leaves, and cooler temperatures are reminders that winter is coming. If you’re like me, you’re scrambling to get your “To Do” list completed. Raking leaves, painting house trim, and cleaning out flower beds are just a few of the tasks I have remaining. In addition to outdoor activities, don’t forget about the […]

Halloween is a fun and festive time of year. Stores are stocked with tons of decorations, costumes, and of course, my favorite, chocolate. However, for our pets Halloween can be scary and stressful. For a couple of hours their world is turned upside down with ringing doorbells and excited kids. In addition, the candy bar […]

This time of year, a trip to the pumpkin farm is a must for many people. Whether it’s a field trip for school or a weekend trip with family and friends, there’s always plenty to do. Today’s pumpkin farms are even more exciting than when my parents took my brother and me. Our adventure was […]

The electrical load on a household has significantly increased in the last 50 years. Today most people have at least one computer, several televisions, gaming systems, cell phones … all requiring electricity. According to the US Census Bureau, more than half the homes in the US were constructed before 1970, before many of these modern […]

  Blog Courtesy of West Bend Mutual Another summer has ended and kids are back in school. Homework, bedtime routines, and chaotic schedules are again, part of our lives. Back to school also means additional congestion on our roadways and in school parking lots. Now more than ever, it’s important for everyone to take a deep […]

Blob courtesy of West Bend Insurance Is it just me, or is it hard to believe Labor Day is almost here? For many, Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer. Many families celebrate with parties, picnics, or trips to their favorite campground or getaway destination one last time. While I cook on my grill […]

  With nicer weather on the way, we’ll start seeing a flurry of activity in our neighborhoods. Neighbors will begin walking/running, grilling out, and starting yard cleanup to deal with what Mother Nature left behind. Neighborhood kids will begin knocking on your door to see if your kids can play. Scooters, bikes, and trampolines will […]

  Blog Courtesy of West Bend Insurance Company Soon, kids will be heading back to school. No matter what grade your student is in, there are always mixed emotions. While some parents are relieved to get their child back in a routine, I’m always rather bummed. I love summer and enjoy having my children around. […]

When warm weather is here, many look for ways to enjoy our time outside. One of those ways is to get on a bicycle and go for a ride. With school a few weeks away, a bicycle can also turn into the main mode of transportation. There are many benefits to riding bicycles, whether it’s […]