Watervue

09/30/2026

🚨 What belongs in a basic apartment emergency kit?

Power outage, severe weather or an unexpected emergency — would you have what you need if you had to stay put for a while?

Here are some basics worth keeping on hand:

💧 Water — enough for several days
🥫 Nonperishable food — plus a manual can opener
🔦 Flashlights — skip the candles during a power outage
🔋 Extra batteries
📱 Portable phone charger/power bank — keep it charged!
🩹 First-aid kit
💊 Essential medications
📻 Battery-powered or hand-crank radio
🧻 Basic hygiene supplies
🐾 Pet food, water & medications — don't forget your four-legged family members
📄 Copies of important information — emergency contacts, insurance information and identification
💵 A small amount of cash — card readers and ATMs may not work during an outage
🧥 Blankets or warm clothing

Apartment tip: Keep everything together in an easy-to-grab bin, backpack or tote so you don't have to search for supplies when you need them.

And don't just build it and forget it! Check your kit periodically for expired food, medications and dead batteries.

What’s one thing you’d add to the list?

09/25/2026

🍽️ The Part of Your Dishwasher You’re Probably Forgetting to Clean

Your dishwasher cleans your dishes…but what cleans your dishwasher? 👀

Check the filter.

Most dishwashers have a filter near the bottom that catches food particles and debris — and if you’ve never cleaned yours, you might be surprised by what’s hiding down there. 😬

A dirty filter can contribute to:

👃 Unpleasant odors
🍽️ Food particles left on dishes
💧 Poor drainage
✨ Dishes that just don’t seem as clean

Quick tip: Check your dishwasher manufacturer’s instructions before removing or cleaning the filter. If it’s removable, it can often be rinsed under warm water and gently cleaned with a soft brush.

While you’re at it, give the door seal and edges a quick wipe-down, too!

Be honest: Did you know your dishwasher had a filter? 😂

09/18/2026

September is a great time to refresh your routine and get moving! Our September fitness classes are here, and we’d love for you to join us for a workout right here at Watervue.

Whether you prefer stretching and strengthening with yoga, a full-body workout, or an energizing cardio session, there’s a class for you!

September Class Schedule

Tuesdays
6:00 PM – Vinyasa Yoga
7:00 PM – Total Body Toning

Saturdays
10:00 AM – Cardio Surge

Ready to join us? Visit the Watervue Fitness HUB to view classes and register:

09/15/2026

🐶 Does your dog do this every time someone walks past the door?

One tiny sound in the hallway and suddenly your dog has appointed themselves Head of Apartment Security. 😂

👂 Hears footsteps
🚨 Goes on high alert
🐕 Runs to the door
🗣️ Announces the visitor to the entire apartment
👀 Looks at you like, “Don’t worry. I handled it.”

And five minutes later? Back to the couch like nothing happened. 💤

What sets your dog off every single time — footsteps, the doorbell, a delivery or another dog? 👇

09/09/2026

🍽️ 5-Ingredient Dinner You Can Make in 20 Minutes

Busy night? This easy Honey Garlic Chicken & Broccoli comes together quickly with just five ingredients.

You’ll need:

🍗 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
🥦 3 cups broccoli florets
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🍯 2 tablespoons honey
🥢 ¼ cup soy sauce

How to make it:

Cook the chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through.
Add the broccoli and garlic and cook until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
Stir together the honey and soy sauce, then pour over the chicken and broccoli.
Toss everything together and cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce has slightly thickened.

That’s it! Serve it on its own or over rice if you have some handy. 🍚

09/04/2026

🛏️ **3 Ways to Make a Small Bedroom Feel Bigger**

You don’t need more square footage to make your bedroom feel more spacious. A few simple changes can make a surprisingly big difference.

🪞 **1. Use mirrors strategically**
A large mirror reflects both light and the room itself, helping a smaller space feel brighter and more open.

🪟 **2. Hang your curtains higher**
Mount curtain rods several inches above the window — or closer to the ceiling — and let the curtains extend toward the floor. It draws the eye upward and can make the room feel taller.

🧺 **3. Get clutter off the floor**
Use under-bed storage, baskets and vertical shelving to keep belongings organized. The more visible floor space you have, the larger the room tends to feel.

✨ **Bonus tip:** Keep larger pieces simple and add personality with pillows, artwork and accessories. You can still have plenty of style in a small space!

**What’s your favorite trick for making a small room feel bigger?**

08/25/2026

🏠 Does your required renters insurance cover your belongings?

Not necessarily — and that's something every renter should know.

The insurance coverage required by your apartment community may protect against certain damage you're responsible for to the apartment itself — such as flooring, appliances or other property damage following a covered incident.

But what about your stuff?

📺 TV
💻 Laptop
🛋️ Furniture
👗 Clothing
🚲 Bicycle
💍 Personal belongings

Those items are not covered by the insurance required by your community.

If you want protection for your personal belongings, you may need to purchase personal property coverage as part of your renters insurance policy.

Before assuming you're covered, check your policy and ask your insurance provider:

“Does my policy include personal property coverage, and how much coverage do I have?”

Knowing what's covered before something happens can make a big difference.

Insurance requirements and coverage vary. Residents should review their individual policy and speak with their insurance provider regarding coverage, limits and exclusions.

08/20/2026

08/19/2026

POV: You said you were just going to look at ONE thing at Target. 🎯

45 minutes later…

🛒 New throw pillows
🕯️ Three candles
🪴 A plant you definitely needed
🧺 Two storage baskets
☕ A seasonal coffee mug
💸 And somehow… $147 later.

But did you remember the ONE thing you went in for? 😂

Be honest: What’s the one Target aisle you can’t walk past without putting something in your cart?

08/17/2026

Pool days are the best days!