Embrace Life’s Transitions with Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam
Alaska is a state of transition.
Humans are always in flux, but Alaska’s constant changes – such as the daily shift in sunlight or the arrival and departure of migratory creatures – are almost palpable.
Whether we realize it or not, we mirror Nature’s changes in our daily lives.
Because no matter how much technology advances, humans are inextricably linked to the Natural world.
That fact is difficult to ignore when you live in Alaska, isn’t it!?
To ensure our physical safety and mental well-being, we Alaskans must change our daily habits with the changing seasons.
Different seasons dictate our clothing choices, the produce available – even the tires we put on our cars!
But every season is a learning experience, and Alaskans are a rugged bunch.
We solve problems with expert grace, all so we can continue to be a part of this wild and wonderful landscape we call home.
Summer – our season of plenty – is nearing its end this year.
The days are getting perceptibly shorter, telling us that autumn is coming – and winter is close behind.
But!
It’s not too late to get out there and enjoy those summer rays!
Alaska’s constant transitions teach us to seize the day, to capture every moment, and to live life as present as possible – right now!
At Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam, we believe there is great value in embracing life’s transitions, learning all we can from the present moment, and truly savoring the joy that can be found in all of life’s seasons.
Weathering All of Life’s Seasons
Like the Natural world, we go through metaphorical “seasons” in our lives.
We move through cycles psychologically, spiritually, and emotionally, as well as physically – and the timing may or may not mirror what is happening in the Natural world.
Your life as a child differs significantly from life in your 20s, 40s, or 80s – and there are countless cycles of growth and learning at every age.
Every year brings physical seasons in the Natural world, and those seasons – like our growth and development at any age – are all valuable.
Spring seasons – in both our outer and inner landscapes – serve us by ushering in renewal and new life after the dark, introspective days of winter.
Those spring days may leave us covered in mud, but the transition of winter’s thaw holds the promise of brighter days ahead – and eventually, spring showers wash away the grime that may have been holding us back.
When summer arrives, we are fully prepared to dance and feast and bask in the joyful energy of the season!
Summers are a time of jubilation and hope – and we look forward to them all year. These are the times we hold onto in more difficult days, times that remind us what it means to be alive!
But the energy of summer isn’t endless – and we, like all of Nature, need time to rest and regenerate, time to digest the lessons that have come to us in such abundance.
In autumn, we remember to slow down, to savor the good times and prepare for the rest that we require in the next season – winter. Autumn is a time of letting go, an exhale after the great inhale of summer’s energy.
This season asks us to seek our place in the Natural order of things, to honor the extraordinary conditions that led to our lives, and to smile at the amazing blessing it is to be who we are.
And then winter comes.
Winter requires us to let go of the past and make space for rest and rejuvenation. Winter is a time of balance, a time of death – and, hopefully, peace – after the explosive, joyful life of summer.
This season in life, much like the season in the Natural world, can be difficult to navigate – but these times do not have to be unbearable. Winters are when we need one another the most, the time when it’s most necessary to help one another through the trials we all face.
And winters can be intimidating…
But even during the darkest times, there are moments of brightness and unique opportunities to begin again…
Times like seeing the northern lights…
Or exploring the ski slopes…
Or enjoying quiet, snow-muffled walks across a frozen lake.
Even the most difficult of seasons can be transformational to our lives.
A seed cannot sprout without first weathering a cold period.
But, in winter, it is easy to forget that spring is coming…
That we are always growing, always changing, always expanding…
But we are.
If we try to avoid life’s more challenging seasons, we miss the opportunity to grow…
To learn from life’s cycles…
To remember that we are a part of Nature, part of the glorious wilderness that is so vibrant and evident in our state.
But if we embrace life’s transitions instead, and choose to honor the seasons that life presents us, we can live more fulfilled, authentic lives – together!
None of us is in this alone.
We can even help one another prepare for life’s seasons – the metaphorical and the literal – with a little planning!
Planning for All Seasons
As Alaskans, we always have winter on the mind – and this is especially true when the days start to shorten, and we recognize the signs of another summer’s end…
Like right now.
Summer is coming to a close, sure – but we still have time to soak up the sun for a while longer! Let’s do it!
Let’s seize the day like the summer teaches us to do.
And while we’re at it, now is also a great time to prepare for seasons to come.
At Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam, we believe one of the best ways to prepare your home, barn, or toy trailer for the cold season is to install spray foam before winter’s arrival!
Why spray foam?
Because spray foam is the best insulation on the market – especially for Alaskans!
It is versatile, creates an air-tight (and even water-tight!) seal wherever you spray it, and saves you money on your energy bills forever.
A home sealed up with spray foam is a home that is well-prepared for every season – and, as a bonus, when you install spray foam in your house, you could qualify for a tax credit!
With a strong, well-insulated home, you can weather the winter with much less difficulty – and with much less strain on your wallet.
Essentially, installing spray foam in your home, barn, or toy trailer directly influences your ability to withstand the unpredictability of Alaskan winter.
What can be better than that??
When you plan ahead, you are able to meet life’s challenges with confidence.
And Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam is here to help every step of the way.
Conclusion
Life isn’t always simple – but we are all in this together.
When we help each other, we can navigate all of life’s seasons more joyfully.
Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam cares about you.
We want to help you thrive in your life – no matter what season you find yourself in.
That’s why we are here to help prepare your home or barn when they need insulation…
And we are here for you if you just need a listening ear.
Whether you have questions about a spray foam job or you simply have a prayer request, give Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam a call.
We look forward to talking with you.
We hope you enjoy the rest of summer’s rays thoroughly!
