Now emerging from the mist of a colorful and varied career, Ian Patterson was born early in is life somewhere in a long forgotten postal code. The mantra that he learned from his parents, while growing up on their farm was “if you want it done right, then do it yourself”.
That’s just what he did.
Ian Patterson is someone who’s been there, done that, printed the T shirt and wrote the book. A firefighter, soldier, yachtsman, skier, climber, mechanic, plumber, electrician, data technician, business continuity planner, and web writer are just some of the things he’s been.
He was a pescaterian before it was fashionable and is an avid animal lover and a longtime dog handler. He has travelled to most countries around the world. Set up home in three of them and learned their language and culture.
Now he is the founder and CEO of http://www.write-research-office.com since 2004
Anyone who sees a tabletop fountain understandably wants one of their own. The sight of cascading water tumbling over marble and stone immediately creates a scene of mountain streams cascading over boulders. The sounds of the flowing water are captivating. You can even smell the freshness in the air. It is no wonder that people want to add them to their own homes.
Table top fountains are an ideal way to bring a water feature into your home because they take up very little space. An indoor water fountain and a little creativity with your house plants can turn a mediocre hallway into an indoor atrium that has style and pizzazz. Imagine your guests coming through the front door to be greeted by the soft sounds of trickling water amid an array of beautiful house plants. You will be the talk and envy of your neighbors.
Adding a tabletop fountain to your room will not only beautify the room but also act as a great stress reducer. The sight and sound of a water fountain are known to be a major factor in stress relief. They make ideal gifts too and are the perfect gift for anyone who loves gardening. Anyone who loves gardening but is unable to enjoy an outdoor garden of their own can use a tabletop fountain to create an indoor garden. Table top fountains will make indoor plants that are in close proximity, lush.
Five reasons to add a tabletop fountain to your décor
- Tabletop fountains are not expensive to buy, in fact they are very reasonably priced for the impact they provide. For a very small outlay, a little used area can become an elegant show piece or a quiet place of meditation and relaxation.
- They take up very little room while adding flair to any décor style and look great from any angle. They literally take up no more space than a small table top. Add subdued lighting and soft background music and you will have created a show stopper.
- The soothing white noise of an indoor fountain creates a relaxing atmosphere and helps to reduce airborne allergens. Water movement creates negative ions which are beneficial to removing allergens from the air.
- Tabletop fountains are found in a variety of natural materials including slate, marble, ceramic and stone as well as copper and bamboo. No matter what setting you are going to put your tabletop fountain into, you will find a fountain that will complement the setting.
- Table top fountains are very portable and can be plugged into any mains socket. Some are even battery powered. Add a small solar cell and you will be able to have a fountain in the corner of your sun room.
Tabletop fountains may be used in the office as well as your home. Place a fountain in your waiting area to relax your guests while they are waiting to see you or add one to your own office to create a quiet and soothing atmosphere while you work. A relaxing atmosphere induces more thoughts and therefore, more productivity.
Take an action today. Improve your health and lifestyle by adding a tabletop fountain your living or work area
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