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National Pet Day: Celebrating the Unconditional Love of Our Furry Friends On April 11th, we celebrate National Pet Day, a day dedicated to honoring the special bond between humans and their animal companions. Whether you have a dog, cat, bird, fish, or any other type of pet, this day is an opportunity to reflect on the joy and love they bring into our lives. Pets are more than just animals we keep in our homes. They are our friends, our confidants, and our loyal companions. They offer us unconditional love and support and are always there for us, no matter what. Studies have shown that pets can positively impact our mental and physical health. They can help reduce stress and anxiety, lower blood pressure, and even improve our immune system. Pets also provide us with a sense of purpose and responsibility as we take care of their needs and provide them with a loving home. But the benefits of having a pet go beyond just our own well-being. Pets can also help us connect with others and build stronger communities. They provide us with opportunities to meet new people and make friends, and they can even help us develop empathy and compassion for others. On National Pet Day, take a moment to celebrate the special bond you share with your furry friend. Whether it’s taking them for a walk, playing with them, or simply cuddling up on the couch together, show them how much you appreciate their presence in your life. And if you don’t have a pet of your own, take the time to appreciate a pet of a friend, family member, or neighbor. Now would also be a great time to give a furry friend a home by deciding to adopt your own pet from your local animal shelter. TELLUS SELF STORAGE – COURTHOUSE 307 Courthouse Road Gulfport, MS 39502 228.231.3661 ...
Mohala JohnsonApril 10th, 2023
National Sibling Day: Celebrating the Bonds That Last a Lifetime On April 10th, we celebrate National Sibling Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the special bond between siblings. Whether you have one sibling or many, this day is an opportunity to reflect on your unique relationship with your brothers and sisters. Growing up, siblings are often our first friends and playmates. They are the ones who know us best, who have seen us at our best and worst, and who have shared in our triumphs and struggles. As we grow older, our siblings continue to play an essential role in our lives, offering support, advice, and a listening ear when we need it most. The bond between siblings can be challenging. Siblings can fight and argue, sometimes over minor things. But even in the midst of these disagreements, there is a deep love and connection that endures. One of the most beautiful things about the sibling relationship is that it lasts a lifetime. As we grow older, our siblings become our confidants, sounding boards, and partners in navigating life’s ups and downs. They are the ones who know our history, who share our memories, and who will always be there for us, no matter what. So on National Sibling Day, please take a moment to reach out to your siblings and let them know how much they mean to you. Whether it’s a phone call, a text message, or a simple hug, let them know you appreciate your bond. While it’s National Sibling Day, you’ve probably shared a room with your sibling growing up. Sometimes not having enough space from someone can be a bad thing. A storage unit can allow you to open up in a room such as a basement. With that being said, celebrate your siblings today on National Sibling Day! ...
Virtual Vacation Day: How to Take a Break Without Leaving Your Home In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to find time to relax and recharge. With the ongoing pandemic, travel restrictions, and social distancing guidelines, taking a traditional vacation may not be possible for everyone. However, that does not mean you cannot take a break from your routine and enjoy a day of rest and relaxation. Enter the virtual vacation day.What is a virtual vacation day?A virtual vacation day is a day dedicated to taking a break from work, school, or other responsibilities and indulging in activities that make you feel like you are on vacation, without leaving your home. It is an opportunity to disconnect from the stress of everyday life and recharge your batteries.How to plan a virtual vacation day? 1. Choose a theme: The first step in planning a virtual vacation day is to choose a theme. Do you want to feel like you are at the beach, in the mountains, or exploring a new city? Once you have decided on a theme, you can plan activities that fit the theme 2. Plan activities: The next step is to plan activities that fit the theme. For example, if you choose a beach theme, you can set up a beach chair, play beach music, and enjoy a tropical drink. You can also watch a movie set at the beach, read a book about the ocean, or take a virtual tour of a beach destination. 3. Disconnect: To fully enjoy your virtual vacation day, it is essential to disconnect from work, social media, and other distractions. Turn off your phone, email, and other notifications, and focus on enjoying your day. 4. Indulge in self-care: A virtual vacation day is an excellent opportunity to indulge in self-care. Take a long bath, practice yoga or meditation, or get a massage. Do whatever makes you feel relaxed and rejuvenated. 5. Enjoy good food: No vacation is complete without good food. Plan a menu that fits the theme of your virtual ...
Mohala JohnsonMarch 27th, 2023
With the weather heating up for spring on the Northshore, it’s time to broaden your date night festivities. 1. Abita Creek Flatwoods Preserves For outdoorsy couples, this preserve consists of bayhead swamps, slash pine-pond, cypress woodlands, and longleaf pine flatwood savanna. This nature preserve was made to protect the pine flatwood wetlands. Home to Henslow’s sparrow and Bachman’s sparrow. Includes plants such as the carnivorous pitcher plants. 2. Tammany Trace This 31-mile trail offers a beautiful scenic route through the towns of Covington, Abita Springs, Mandeville, Lacombe, and Slidell. Many cyclists peddle down this route. It is the perfect spot for a leisurely stroll. There are various dining options along the trail, like Abita Brewery, Mattina Belle, Nan’s New Orleans Café and Poboys, Bayou Adventure Kitchen, The Old Rail Brewing Company, Abita Roasting Company Covington, and much more. 3. Splendor Farms B&B and Trail Riding Facility A horseback trail riding facility in Bush, LA. Offers summer horse camps, birthday parties, overnight camps, arena rides, riding lessons, volleyball, horseshoes, and a playground Guest suites, fully furnished private cottage, bunkhouse, fully equipped kitchens, Continental breakfast, entertainment center, and a catch-and-release pond. 4. Painting With A Twist – Mandeville For our more creative couples, Painting with a Twist offers instructors for inexperienced painters. You can BYOB if you’re 21. Classes are only for those over 18. Artwork varies from cityscapes, landscapes, abstracts, creative renderings of seafood, animals, iconic buildings, and flowers. 5. Live Music There is a variety of music venues throughout the Northshore. Abita Springs Opry Jazz n’ the Vines Bayou Jam Sunset at the Landing Mandeville Live! Chillin’ at the River 6. Theatrical Performances Plays are great for getting comfortable and immersed in the show. The Northshore is home to some great theatre venues. Cutting Edge Theater – Slidell Playmakers, INC. Community Theater – Covington 30 By Ninety Theatre – Mandeville Slidell Little Theatre – Slidell 7. Old Town An area in Slidell with the feeling of an old town. The place to be for nightlife in Slidell. Gift shops, antique shops, boutiques, restaurants, historic homes, local art, and the bar scene comes to life at night. This was a small sample of dating ideas for our Northshore couples, ...
Mohala JohnsonMarch 7th, 2023
Kayak Storing in Hattiesburg MS, with Tellus Self Storage Golden Eagle! Do you want to go kayaking on Okatoma or Black Creek? You’ll want to have a place to put your kayaks and canoes after a fun day cruising down the river. At Tellus Self Storage Golden Eagle, we have just the spot to hang up your canoes and kayaks. With our 24/7 access, you can ride the rivers at any time. Our 24/7 security surveillance and the electronic gate will assure the safety of your kayaks and canoes. Our drive-up accessible units will make getting your kayaks smooth and simple. For your convenience, we have five other locations in the Hattiesburg area, with flexible rental terms and online payment. We offer climate-controlled units, which your kayak will need to be kept in an environment with mild temperatures (between 50 and 80 degrees) and low humidity to prevent cracking, warping, and fading. You’ll want a 10×10 unit for longer kayaks, while a 5×5 unit should be just fine for an inflatable or foldable kayak. You’ll want to clean your kayak with water and soap. Also, drain and dry your kayak out completely to avoid any damage. Remove any seat cushions and other fabrics. Never store your kayak on the ground. That will damage it. You’ll need a free-standing rack to store it properly in a storage unit. Kayaks must be stored on their sides or upside down. Canoes must be stored upside down. Don’t lean your kayaks and canoes on the wall. Tellus Self Storage is a great place to store your canoes and kayaks for your days at the river. Our closest location to Okatoma Creek is 8.4 miles away from our Sims location. Our closest location to Black Creek is 22 miles from our McInnis location. Come finish the summer strong on the creeks by renting with Tellus Self Storage Golden Eagle today! TELLUS SELF STORAGE – GOLDEN EAGLE 6497 Hwy 98 West Hattiesburg, MS 39402 601.228.0191 TELLUS SELF STORAGE – HATTIESBURG 38 Power Lane Hattiesburg, MS 39402 601.374.5752 TELLUS SELF STORAGE ...
Mohala JohnsonAugust 9th, 2022
When coming to our self-storage facilities parking near your unit can be quite the puzzle. Not to worry, our friendly onsite Property Managers will be happy to assist you. Where to Park When on Property Each of our self-storage facilities has a unique layout and finding the ‘right’ spot to park and unload can be a bit of a challenge. Don’t be hesitant, ask our onsite property manger where you should park so that you can easily access your storage unit. TELLUS SELF STORAGE SPANISH FORT Now that you’ve explored all our storage size options be sure to reserve your storage unit online, call us, or stop by and we can chat about your storage needs. Address: 11075 US Highway 31, Spanish Fort, AL 36527 Phone: 251.308.1722 ...
Mohala JohnsonApril 24th, 2022
Here are a few things to keep in mind when loading and unloading your items at our storage facilities. VEHICLE PLACEMENT MATTERS Be sure to be mindful of others when you are parking, especially if you have large or oversized vehicles. A few of our driveways are one way and other tenants, staff, or professionals might need to get by. Whenever possible pull your vehicle to the side. We know that using storage facilities might not always be for happy or fun things but we want to do as much as possible to ensure your experience is a pleasant one and not stressful. Our property managers are more than happy to help direct you to the parking area closest to your storage unit. Additionally, some of our facilities have dollies and handcarts for you to use so be sure to ask. TELLUS SELF STORAGE SPANISH FORT Now that you’ve explored all our storage size options be sure to reserve your storage unit online, call us, or stop by and we can chat about your storage needs. Address: 11075 US Highway 31, Spanish Fort, AL 36527 Phone: 251.308.1722 ...
Mohala JohnsonFebruary 24th, 2022
Would you like to meet our Property Manager Carol Henriksen? Here is an introduction to Carol herself: About me I was born and raised in Southern California in the early 70’s grew up on the beach guess that’s why I love it so much.Went to beauty collage, culinary school, worked for Wonder Bread for 10 years, then moved to Oklahoma to raise my kids.I have a daughter 27 and a son 23. In Oklahoma I worked the fields and sold vegetables, then got a job at the court clerks office for 10 more years.I wanted to open a bakery that was my dream, it was wonderful but very overwhelming and with the passing of my father I could no longer do it.So I got a job with Frito-Lay loved it but it was by far the hardest job I ever had 14-18 hour day 7 days a week.I did it for 4 years then moved to North Dakota I got a job in the oil field, it was a very good job but to cold and just not for me I did that 4 years.Came to Alabama for vacation in June and moved here in July. It is my new home and I love it.Well I’ve never been in the storage business before but I’ve been in customer service 30 years.I love my new job, the people I work with and the tenants. I couldn’t ask for a better work enviornment.My favorite thing to do at work is walk around the property to make sure everything is on the up and up.My favorite things to do outside of work is to go to the beach go out to dinner love doing crafts and baking.I love CANCUN it is my favorite spot. Carol is a newer member of our Tellus Self Storage family, but she is doing a fantastic job of getting a handle on things. Her storage facility – Tellus Self Storage Daphne – offers: Climate-Controlled Storage Non-Climate Storage Uncovered Parking Be sure to check her out! Phone: 251.257.2443 Address: 25361 ...
Mohala JohnsonFebruary 16th, 2021
A good soup can do wonders. Here is an easy-to-follow soup recipe from our Property Manager at Tellus Self Storage Brandon located in Brandon Mississippi. Ingredients 1 Lb. Ground Beef 1 Sweet Onion, chopped 1 Large Can of Veg-All (or your choice of other canned veggies like Carrots, Potatoes, Celery, Sweet Peas) 1 Can of Stewed Tomatoes Some Water – add to your desired consistency 1 small can of Tomato Sauce Season to taste with Salt, Pepper, or other spices. Directions Brown ground beef. Draining is optional. Add canned ingredients one at a time, stirring to mix. Add water as needed Simmer on medium/low for one hour. Serve with cornbread, crackers, or biscuits, and enjoy! Tellus Self Storage of Brandon, Mississippi (formerly Community Self Storage) is conveniently located on Holly Bush Road just east of Highway 25, and three-quarters of a mile north of Highway 471. Call us anytime at 601.228.0774 We’d be happy to provide both climate-controlled and non-climate self storage units. At Tellus Self Storage of Brandon, we offer several extra-large, fully enclosed self storage units that can be used for car, boat, and RV/camper storage to completely protect you from inclement weather and the elements. Located one exit away from easy access to the Reservoir for your boating pleasure, and we also offer outdoor parking for your car, trailer, boat, or 5th wheel camper. Our extra-large self storage units are great for small contractors or tenants in need of more than the typical amount of storage space. No matter your storage needs we have something to offer. Stop by and see us today! Location: 671 Holly Bush Road, Brandon, MS 39047 ...
Mohala JohnsonFebruary 1st, 2021
Did you know that we got snow? Our Tellus Self Storage Brandon, Mississippi location got some frozen precipitation! While Mississippi isn’t known for snow we do get it on occasion. On one such occurrence, our Property Manager managed to snag this photographic evidence. While we are talking about temperatures, did you know that our storage facility offers both climate and non-climate storage units? CLIMATE CONTROLLED OR AIR COOLED STORAGE UNITS These types of storage units are akin to having an extra bedroom. Much like in your home they offer moving air. These types of storage units are great for furniture, clothing, and other household items that you would not want to keep in a garage. Speaking of garages. Non-Climate Storage units Our non-climate storage units have the same environment like a garage or shed. Tools, bikes, and other such items are ideal for this type of storage. Not sure what type of storage you need? Not to worry our Property Manager is more than happy to answer your question as well as provide additional details. You can stop by, call, or even email us anytime! Reservation Center open 7 days a week, Property Office open 6 days. We look forward to hearing from you. Location: 671 Holly Bush Road, Brandon, MS 39047 Phone: 601.228.0774 Website: Tellus Self Storage Brandon ...
Mohala JohnsonJanuary 28th, 2021
