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Vacuuming 101

What do you think about vacuuming? Love it, hate it, indifferent? I’m picky about it, so I usually end up doing it myself. It seems like I end up re-doing it anyway if I ask someone else to do it. While I’ve been working hard over the past few years to give up some of my “nitpickier” ways, vacuuming is one thing I still have an issue with. When it’s done, I want it to look like somebody just vacuumed. Know what I mean? While for some people, vacuuming is no biggie, others may find these tips helpful: 1) Make … Continue reading →

Where Germs Thrive in the Home (and How to Handle Them)

No matter how well you clean, there are some places around the house (or office) that tend to accumulate dirt and bacteria. You might know some of these already… or you might be surprised! Your mattress and pillows. The bedroom is a favorite spot for those evil allergy triggers: dust mites. Your mattress can also soak up sweat and other bodily fluid! The best way to keep your mattress and pillows clean is to bag them. A plastic cover (underneath your sheets and mattress pad) will keep the dust mites out. Wash bedding regularly in hot water to kill dust … Continue reading →

Grooming: Drying Your Pet

My dog Moose is in need of a bath. He’s the kind of dog who needs a bath every few months to keep dander down and coat grease-free. He’s generally good in the bath; I’m not worried about the bath itself. What I’m worried about is the aftermath: drying off. While the temperatures outside are above freezing at the moment, it’s still cold enough that I don’t want to take him out to potty when he’s wet. And it tends to take him a few hours to air-dry. The way I see it, I’ve got two options: Bathe him at … Continue reading →

Taking a Vacuum Break

We all have little hobbies and things we do that can help us get settled or regroup. Some of us even have favorite chores or tasks that can almost be like therapy. For me, one of the benefits of working at home is that I can take a “vacuum break” when I need to clear my mind or find inspiration. As someone who is not necessarily crazy about housework, I do have a few tasks that I actually enjoy and one of the most therapeutic for me is vacuuming. My three kids tease me about my exuberance and commitment to … Continue reading →

Home Week in Review: Nov. 26 – Dec. 2

Thanksgiving has come and gone and we have moved right into winter and Christmas. Here are this week’s articles at a glance: Remove Musty Smells Do you have some old furniture that has been stored too long in a basement or garage? It happens to the best of us… Household Germs: Try this Hand-washing Test Are you sure your hands are really clean? Dreaming of a Green Christmas? Some environmentally friendly ideas instead of wasted packing materials… More Ways to Recycle for the Holidays More ways to use stuff you already have around the house… Fighting Soap Scum Who doesn’t … Continue reading →