Design Trends for 2020

According to New Decor Trends here's what we'll be seeing in 2020. Unfortunately, it doesn't include the farmhouse design, sorry HGTV Fixer Upper fans.

 

1. Removal of walls  This trend has been happening for a while but I see it more as open sight lines.  Like the kitchens above, the removal of the upper cabinets gives more of a straight view into the kitchen.

 

2. Mixing of textures Think leather mixed with wool and cotton items.  You could accomplish this with a variety of pillow textures or chunky throws and leather pillows. 

 

3. Gold is sticking around  It's easy to incorporate a little bit to keep your interior relevant - think vases, cabinet pulls, mirrors or accent lights.  I'm not sure I would be swapping out all of my faucets or door hinges just yet.

 

4. Tub Time The love of a good sculptural tub is still all the rage.  The trend of the spa bathroom with a great soaking tub is still popular.

5. A touch of freshness Adding green plants is a nice way to make a room feel fresh plus they clean your air.  This is definitely popular, especially in model homes.  I toured one last week and counted the number of plants they had in one room -  they used 15!  While that seems like a ridiculous amount somehow they made it work.  I doubt anyone is going to do that in their own homes however, the next time you visit a model home notice how many green plants are used in large rooms.

 

6. Black cabinets - This trend is growing popular in kitchen design. Some are even doing appliances in the same color so the whole kitchen is monochromatic.  Did you ever think you'd be going back to a black refrigerator? You definitely need a kitchen that gets a lot of natural light to pull this one off.  It will be interesting to see if this trend really has a big impact. 

 

7. Geometric design - Tile designs are loaded with tons of geometric patterns as well as carpets and throws and removable wallpaper.  It's a good way to add movement to a room. If the tile is a single color then I see people laying them in a geometric pattern, like herringbone, for an extra splash of interest. 

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About the Blood

With the advancements in science we now know quite a bit about this liquid that courses through our bodies.  We know there are various blood types, we know what it's composed of and it's essential functions.

Blood is composed of plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

Did you know that plasma makes up half of your blood? It is the liquid part that keeps it moving.  How many of you thought it was just something you could donate in college to help make extra money? The red blood cells carry oxygen and white blood cells provide an internal defense.  Lastly, the platelets cause the clotting factor in blood.  When you have an insufficient amount of platelets is why people with illnesses, like leukemia, often need transfusions

Did you know that prior to the 20th century transfusions were often deadly?  It wasn't until 1900 that an immunologist named Karl Landsteiner discovered that there were different blood types.  This discovery explained why some transfusions were fatal.  If blood types are mixed the immune system attacks and breaks down the new foreign blood cells.  If you are a blood type O you are considered a universal donor.  This means your blood type can be given to anyone.  In the book "Eating Right for your Blood Type" it is believed that the O blood type was the original blood type and the others developed as we became a more agricultural society.  Maybe this is why it is accepted by all other blood types.

 

   

Holiday Leftover Guide 

 

There are a few things that are for certain during Thanksgiving:

 

1) You'll eat too much 2) You'll swear that you won't eat for days.  3) There will be leftovers that you will likely eat later that night or the next day, despite what you just said.

 

How long will your leftovers last - safely? 

 

In the refrigerator:

In the freezer:

• Turkey - 3 months
• Gravy - 2 months
• Stuffing - 3 months
• Mashed potatoes - 2 months
• Sweet potatoes - won't keep
• Cranberry sauce - 2 months