Archive for September, 2009


  

We all want a clean home, but we can often do without all the chemicals being marketed to get our homes clean. Especially as we watch the price for each bottle of special cleaner go up, up, up. But what is the alternative?

Making your own cleaners at home is the answer! You can create your own versions of the over priced cleaning solutions found in most stores for a fraction of the cost and without all the dangerous agents. No more cleaning in a hurry to avoid the noxious fumes and watching your hard earned money go down the drain. Here are three simple yet effective recipes for natural cleaners anyone can make. (more…)

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Planning meals ahead of time is a great idea, since there are many benefits that come along with it. Meal planning affects many different aspects of life, including your time as well as your financial situation. No matter what situation one may be in, planning your meals ahead of time is always a good idea. Meal planning makes it possible for almost any size family to eat healthy meals everyday of the week on a budget.   It also gives you more time together as a family while spending less money. (more…)

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15 Quick Tips For Conquering Disorganization

Moms have an almost Universal need to be and stay organized. With all the hats we wear, it is increasingly more important to stay on top of everything and maximize our efficiency. Without organization, we drop balls, forget about important activities, increase our tendency to feel stressed, and ultimately rob ourselves of mommy self-esteem.

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Organizing Your Home – Home Accessories That Keep You Organized!

What’s better than something fashionable? It’s something fashionable that also helps you keep your clutter under control, your home organized, and is an integral part of your home décor. Here are several organizing tips to help you keep your home organized.

Magazine Racks – They are a “must” (more…)

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The use of marble as a material for flooring has risen significantly in the past decades, surprisingly because of the stones durability. When the marble tile is initially laid, it is treated with an approved stain resistant sealant, which helps to protect the floor for around a decade, after which experts recommend that it be resealed again.

Marble floors are known to resist most spills, as long as (more…)

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Vinegar To Clean Hardwood Floors – Does It Work?

When you have attractive hardwood floors, you want to keep them looking new without spending a fortune on special cleaning products. Is there a way of cleaning hardwood floors without using smelly and expensive chemicals? Yes! In many cases you can use vinegar to clean hardwood floors. Its an inexpensive and effective way to keep your hardwood floors (more…)

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If you’re struggling with mold in your bathroom, on your windowsills, on your patio furniture, or in any other area in your house, you should know that finding out how to kill mold is simple. You don’t even need to purchase an expensive cleaning product if you want to remove the mold and keep it from returning. The active ingredient in most products that kill mold is bleach. Bleach works by killing (more…)

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I don’t know about you, but I spend a lot of time in my kitchen each and every day. I rarely use box mixes and usually make our food from scratch so my kitchen gets a daily work out!

I am cleaning something up in my kitchen every day, I believe your kitchen should be one of the cleanest rooms in your home, after all, germs seem to accumulate there and its important to keep it clean.

Here are some nifty (more…)

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Perfect for Saving Money & Getting the Family Together – AND Healthier!

You know, when finances seem to be getting tough all over, there are some benefits to be seen. By being more frugal and careful with our money – great things can actually happen. And in this case – we’re talking about getting the family healthier and closer together.

Who could complain about that?

It all begins with simple meal-planning. In other words, knowing EXACTLY what your family is going to eat each day, having the ingredient on hand and quickly putting together delicious meals. Seriously – it IS possible and not as complicated as you might think.

All you need to do is set aside a little time each week to make your plan. To make it easier, grab your free dinner planning & grocery shopping sheets here!

Imagine…the family around the table together, eating healthy meals and reconnecting. Now THAT’S priceless.

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The Bissel Pet Hair Eraser – A Pet-Specific Vaccuum Review

I love mine, and am even happier about the price!

You know you’re officially an adult when you get excited about a vacuum cleaner.

I’m only 21 years old, but with three cats and various other critters in my apartment, I needed a heavy duty vacuum. My boyfriend and I each brought our cheap little vacuums with us when we moved in together, (more…)

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