http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Shannon+Shimizu Home Management Shannon Shimizu Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=323223&ca=Home+Management As I was scheduling my kid’s upcoming events in my calendar today, I suddenly took a good look at the date and gasped. How is it already November? Where did this year go?? And how in the world am I going to be ready to host Thanksgiving dinner in a little over a week? Almost instantly I was transpo... Business Management Shannon Shimizu Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=357986&ca=Business+Management As a small business owner I am constantly evolving along with my business. While I love being my own boss I am constantly striving to better myself in my business. I don’t have a “boss” to give me a review or determine whether or not I deserve a raise. I get to be own boss, which by the way I love.... Home Management Shannon Shimizu Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=301583&ca=Home+Management Finding the house of your dreams and putting your stamp on it is wonderful! Each year millions of people find and move into the house of their dreams. The problem with these dream houses is that as our lives continue to grow and expand our houses do not automatically adapt to our ever-changing need... Home Management Shannon Shimizu Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=294335&ca=Home+Management Whether you call them man caves, woman caves, no kids allowed rooms, or family relaxation areas, everyone needs a place to escape to once in a while. We’ve all had those moments when we need a moment alone or to escape somewhere, anywhere for just a little while. A place to gather with our girlfrien... Gardening Shannon Shimizu Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=296268&ca=Gardening Let’s talk about lawn care. Turn away from pesticides that poison you, your pets, your kids, and the water supply. Instead try organic products. Not only do they work well, but you’ll notice a difference in how your lawn looks and feels. Consider buying a “reel” mower versus a gas mower. Reel mower... Gardening Shannon Shimizu Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=288497&ca=Gardening Spring is here and Summer is just around the corner. The long hot days and cool nights of summer can be so much more enjoyable with great landscaping that will enhance the quality of time spent in and around your home. Landscaping is an important extension of your home that can provide beauty and ch...