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APRIL 2021 FEATURING DELORES ZURBA From Then to Now: Watching the Business Grow
Steve Moon met Delores and, shortly afterward, hired her. When she first started with us, we were a smaller business. “We were working out of just one small office,” Delores remembers. “We only had septic and portable
For our April newsletter edition, I would like to highlight our amazing accountant, Delores Zurba. Delores is our longest-serving employee at King’s Services and has seen how much the business has grown in almost two decades. In that time, she has been a crucial member of our team and helped in our growth. Since high school, Delores has loved working with numbers. One of her favorite subjects in school was math. After she graduated, she studied and took positions in the accounting field to follow that passion. “A lot of people think accounting can be boring and repetitive, and part of that is true,” Delores admits. “Watching as the numbers come together as a single sum and working to get that answer, to me, it’s far from boring!” Before Delores joined our team in 2005, she worked as an accounts receivable clerk. However, as her family began growing, she had to put her career on pause temporarily. For several years, she was a stay-at-home mother and loved seeing her family thrive. However, while she enjoyed doing everything she could to support her loved ones, Delores knew she was spending quite some time out of the workforce. Once she was content that her children were taking the first steps into supporting themselves, Delores began looking to find work once again. However, as it had been quite a few years, things had changed in that time. So, to give herself an advantage, she took a business accounting and management course to build upon her accounting expertise.
toilets with a handful of drivers and just a few office staff members. We’ve grown so much since then. It’s been really exciting and sometimes challenging to be part of a growing company. I’ve seen many changes, from software changes to adding new divisions. I’ve really learned so much over the years, especially from Steve. I feel like I’ve grown just as much as King’s.” On May 1, Delores will have been with us for 16 years. She’s a wonderful team member and a diligent accountant. Not only does she help balance the business’s finances, but she is also there to help our customers with any questions or disputes they may have. It’s satisfying work, Delores says, and she has enjoyed every day. “Being a numbers person, I like seeing how things come together at month’s end after all the data entries are entered. It’s exciting to see! But it’s not just the work that I like, it’s the team. The King’s Services team is wonderful, and we have a great leader in Steve.” “The way we’re growing at such a fast pace and learning new things, it’s so amazing,” Delores continues. “It’s exciting to see how far Steve and King’s Services have come and where we might be headed. I look forward to seeing where we’re going.” All of us at King’s Services are also excited to see where we might go moving forward and hope that Delores will be right there with us. Our team wouldn’t be the same without her. –Steve
After taking the course, she found a position as a receptionist for a local business. While the job did provide for her, it did not provide the accounting work she was hoping for.
“I’ve really learned so much over the years, especially from Steve. I feel like I’ve grown just as much as King’s.”
“Unfortunately, that position wasn’t fulfilling to me,” Delores explains. So, she started to look for another position and found King’s Services.
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THE CHALLENGE OF RECYCLING PLASTIC
WHY IT’S HARD — AND HOW YOU CAN BE BETTER AT IT!
That Does What ? 5 THINGS TO KEEP AWAY FROM YOUR DRAIN
Many of us recycle because we believe in the idea. With so much plastic waste ending up in oceans, rivers, and the side of the road, we want to do our part to make the world a little less polluted. So, why is it that plastic recycling seems so complicated? Plastic recycling varies greatly from city to city. Some cities have more comprehensive plastic recycling programs, while others don’t. But no matter the city, most plastic we intend for recycling is not recycled at all — it ends up in a landfill. Part of the reason is that it’s being sorted incorrectly. The other reason is simply ludicrous: Most plastic was never intended to be recycled in the first place — and it’s cheaper for companies to use brand-new plastic than it is to use recycled varieties. Another major problem is the fact that there are several types of plastic on the market, which makes recycling a complicated prospect. Most plastics cannot be recycled together, as their chemical composition varies just enough. If the wrong types of plastics are recycled together, the result is unusable. It’s just too degraded.
When it comes to your kitchen or bathroom sink, the only thing that should be flowing down the drain is water. Of course, in the average household, you can call that a pipe dream (literally). So much gets rinsed down our drains, it’s no wonder plumbers are in such high demand! However, there are a few things you should never want to wash down the drain, even if you have a garbage disposal. Not only can you end up with clogged or damaged pipes, but you’ll also have to deal with unpleasant, lingering odors. Fats This is one of the worst substances you can send into your home’s plumbing system. Once fat — such as bacon grease — hits the cold pipes under and around your house, it starts to congeal, becoming hard and waxy. Over time, fat will build up in the pipes, resulting in major blockage. High-Fiber Foods Certain foods like asparagus, carrots, celery, corn husks, and potato peels can spell trouble for your drain and disposal. Fibrous strands can get caught in the grinding plate of the disposal, which then build up and cause clogs. Additionally, high-fiber foods don’t wash away well, as fibrous strands can tangle and clump together in pipes. Seeds Seeds can cause serious problems. Large seeds (peach pits) aren’t going to go anywhere and may end up damaging your disposal or getting caught in your pipes. Smaller seeds aren’t much better and can be a challenge for the disposal if they become lodged in the grinding plate and pipe bends. Starches Foods like pasta, potatoes, and rice are heavy and absorb water. Because of this, they can become a thick mess inside your drainage system, much like fat. They can settle and accumulate, leading to, you guessed it, a clogged drain. Paper Paper towels, tissues, and napkins cause problems due to their fibrous makeup. The only type of paper that can safely be put down the drain (or flushed, in this case) is toilet paper. It’s specifically designed to disintegrate in water. And those popular “flushable” wipes should never be put down a drain; despite their advertising, they are not flushable and can do serious damage as they accumulate.
Most plastic is imprinted with a small number inside of a triangle — typically 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5. This is not an official symbol that says the plastic is recyclable. It only tells you what type of plastic it is. In some communities, plastics labeled “1” and “2” can be recycled together. Sometimes, plastics labeled “4” and “5” have to be separated to be recycled. Some communities cannot even process certain types of plastic, and those will end up in the landfill no matter what. So, what can you do to be a better recycler? Make sure you’re recycling according to your community’s guidelines. Check your local waste department website for details on what types of plastic they can and cannot process. Alternatively, reduce the amount of single-use or limited-use plastic you use. Instead, use glass products when possible. Glass products last much longer than plastic, they’re better for the environment, they’re healthier — and they’re infinitely recyclable!
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BOOST YOUR HOME’S ENERGY EFFICIENCY With These 3 Products
With the development of accessible, affordable technologies and home products, improving the energy efficiency of your home is easier than ever. On top of that, many of these products give you more options for home automation so you can save money and stay comfortable without even thinking about it. Here are three investments that will boost your energy efficiency right now. A Smart Thermostat The great thing about smart thermostats is that they offer more programmable options than traditional thermostats. For example, you can buy a thermostat that connects to your home’s Wi-Fi and is controlled by an accompanying smartphone app, no matter where you are. Another awesome feature is that smart thermostats will turn on and off based on your schedule and temperature preferences. In the long run, this feature can save you money and energy. Next-Generation Insulation While you might be familiar with fiberglass insulation, an industry standard, there are much better options that help you maintain the temperature in your home. For existing homes, spray foam insulation is the best option, as it is the easiest to install and can still save energy. It’s also ideal for insulating attics, basements, and hard-to-reach spots. For new homes or more involved renovations, insulating concrete forms are the most energy-efficient option.
A Smart Water Heater Generally, water heaters are not the most energy efficient — especially if you’re in a household where hot water is in constant demand. But with a smart water heater, you can change that. Much like the previously mentioned thermostat, you can control a smart water heater remotely or set it to heat water according to a specific schedule. This way, the heating elements aren’t running all day, every day. They come in tank and tankless varieties, though tankless is the way to go to maximize energy efficiency without taking up much space.
SPRING VEGETABLE AND CHICKEN PASTA BAKE Inspired by TheSeasonedMom.com
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1. Preheat oven to 425 F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. 2. In the prepared dish, stir together cooked chicken, artichokes, asparagus, carrots, uncooked pasta, chicken broth, half the chives, half the parsley, garlic, salt, and 2 tbsp Parmesan. 3. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes. 4. Uncover and stir. At this point, check the pasta to make sure it is al dente. If it’s undercooked, cover the dish and return to the oven until pasta is tender. 5. Remove from oven and garnish with remaining Parmesan, chives, and parsley.
• 1 cup cooked chicken, diced • 1 14-oz can artichokes, drained and quartered • 1 cup fresh asparagus pieces • 1/2 cup carrots, grated • 1 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth • 1/2 cup fresh chives, chopped and divided • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped and divided • 2 tsp minced garlic • 1/4 tsp salt • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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THROW SOME SHADE AT YOUR PLANTS 5 HERBS THAT THRIVE IN LOW SUNSPOTS
An herb garden is a wonderful addition to any home. They attract honey bees, offer pleasant, mild aromas, and are ideal for the home cook. But there’s often one issue homeowners and apartment dwellers face: too much shade. However, several varieties of herb thrive in partial (2–4 hours of sun) or full shade (less than two hours). Cilantro: Partial shade — grows fast and thrives in cooler temperatures. Chives: Partial shade — it won’t flower as much in shade, but its culinary value isn’t affected.
Mint: Partial to full shade — grows fast and thrives in many conditions. Oregano: Partial to full shade — like mint, it’s easy to grow and makes a great addition to many dishes. Parsley: Partial shade — the Italian variety is a biennial herb and has a two-year growth cycle, but you don’t have to wait to harvest.
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