Aaaaaaaah... the temps are rising and it's that wonderful time of year here in New England - "Mud Season" (as it's affectionately called by our NH staff) - that transition time between the harshness of winter and the heat of the summer.

There are many nice things about this time of year. The trees start budding and the tulips and irises begin peeking through the otherwise barren ground. We notice birds chirping after a long absence and Spring is definitely in the air - if not in our step.

It also brings the arrival of some not-so-nice things. With the plants coming to life after their long winter sleep, for many it means coughing, sneezing and runny noses as allergies kick into high gear. While it's nice to have the dirty remnants of snow disappear, before the lush green grass of summer we must endure the mud and muck left behind by snow melt and spring rains. I suppose it's all a matter of perspective.  Some tend to see one side of things, others the other.

We believe that holds true of much of life, and certainly of insurance. What you see when you look at your policy might be one thing (general liability limits, or a premium amount), but from our perspective, things can look considerably different. Our team is made up of insurance specialists who aren't comfortable with the status quo. They are trained to ask the right questions, examine policies and forms, and make sure that all sides of your risk management program are being reviewed. They know the exclusions that can limit your coverage and are proactive about making sure the needs of your business are taken care of. We probably see your policies differently than you do... and fresh perspective is a wonderful thing!

Speaking of fresh, have you checked out our new website? It's got a brand new look and some great additions. One of them is our Client Showcase - a place where we get to give our clients the spotlight. If you're interested in being featured there, please contact Heather Clement and she'll be glad to get you plugged in and listed on the site!