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10 ways to welcome winter

Contrary to popular belief, you can make winter wonderful! Check out 10 ways to prepare for & welcome winter this year.

1. Prepare your garden

2. Find some firewood & clean your chimney

3. Rug up your outdoor stuff

4. Get a freezer... and fill it up

5. Examine your energy efficiency

6. Insulate your home

7. Test your smoke alarm

8. Mentally prepare yourself

9. Preserve up a storm

10. Think about your home like a winter retreat

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