April 13, 2020

Why Spring Is a Season of Hope

With more daylight, more activity, and children’s excitement for summer, spring is the embodiment of hope each year. But spring 2020 has been unusual, with the beautiful weather contrasting strangely with the shelter-in-place orders. With everything that’s going on, is spring season still a time for hope? Now more than ever, the answer is yes!

Hope Is Sweetest in a Storm

A memorable poem by Emily Dickinson compares hope to a bird:

“Hope” is the thing with feathers –

That perches in the soul –

And sings the tune without the words –

And never stops – at all –

“And sweetest – in the Gale – is heard”

This poem reminds us that hope is most needed during difficult times. And if there’s ever been a difficult time, it is now! So whether the sun is shining or those April showers are getting you down, remember that there has never been a better time for hope.

Sunlight Improves Physical and Mental Health

As the days grow longer, there are more opportunities for us to get enough Vitamin D.

According to Healthline , “When your skin is exposed to sunlight, it makes vitamin D from cholesterol. The sun’s ultraviolet B (UVB) rays hit cholesterol in the skin cells, providing the energy for vitamin D synthesis to occur.” Vitamin D helps your gut absorb essential minerals and can help prevent osteoporosis, cancer, and muscle weakness.

And according to Carey Bligard, MD , sunlight is a free mood enhancer. It increases serotonin levels, which helps people to have a better mood and overcome seasonal depression.

With good physical and mental health, you have more energy to do the things you love. So go out and get some sunlight!

There Is So Much to Look Forward To

One of the definitions of hope is “to expect with confidence.” Things may be difficult now, but that just gives us so much to look forward to. More time with loved ones, future vacations, and the return of sports to TV. There are many things we can’t control, but something we can control is what we choose to focus on! Be confident that there are good things to come, because there are.

This spring may not feel very spring-like, but we can feel lots of hope in the hard times, enjoy the benefits of sunlight, and look forward to good things to come. Stay healthy and live happy ® this spring season!

Improve Your VIP Experience: Flexible Ways to Pay Rent and Build Credit at Artists Village

April 15, 2026
At Artists Village Apartments, we are committed to providing our VIPs with the best tools to manage their apartment homes effortlessly. We want to highlight the various ways you can handle your monthly rent, including some exciting benefits that help you build your financial future just by living with us. 1. The AppFolio Resident Portal App The easiest way to manage your living experience is through the AppFolio app. It is a one-stop shop for your most frequent needs: Convenient Payments: Set up one-time or automatic payments using a bank account (e-check), credit card, or debit card. Split Payments with Flex: We have integrated Flex directly into your AppFolio app. This service allows you to split your rent into two payments throughout the month. Flex pays your rent to us in full and on time, while you pay them back on a schedule that fits your cash flow. Full Transparency: View your current balance, previous statements, and full payment history anytime. 2. Build Your Credit for Free with Pinata Your consistent rent payments should work for you. We are proud to o ffer Free Positive Rent Payment Reporting to major credit bureaus through our partner, Pinata . How it works: You will receive an email invitation from Pinata to sign up for this service. Once you are enrolled, your on-time payments are reported to the credit bureaus. The Benefit: This helps you build your credit score over time without any extra cost. It is our way of rewarding your reliability and helping you reach your long-term financial goals. (Please note: we do not utilize any resident reward or marketplace features through Pinata; this service is strictly for your credit reporting benefit.) 3. More Ways the App Helps You Beyond payments, the AppFolio app remains your primary tool for staying connected with our Santa Ana community. You can: Submit Maintenance Requests: Easily upload photos and descriptions of any needed repairs. Manage Renter's Insurance: Access your policy or update your provider details. Stay Informed: Contact the office via text or phone, update your contact preferences, and access your lease documents. At Artists Village, we treat every resident like a VIP. Whether you are looking for more flexibility with Flex or looking to boost your credit score through Pinata, we are here to support your lifestyle. 
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CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS IN SANTA ANA, CA

By Marketing - • November 21, 2023
Wonder what holiday activities and events will be happening in Santa Ana, CA, this year? We've created a guide to the best local holiday activities in the Santa Ana area. Check it out!