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Snow Worries

Maybe it’s the severe frostbite I sustained standing outside in minus 80-degree windchills covering a triple murder as a TV reporter that spoiled my taste for winter and all its wonder. Or perhaps it’s the fact that I was born and raised in balmy Hilo, Hawaii, that prevents me from truly embracing snow and bitter cold. Regardless of my inability to tolerate all that Old Man Winter hurls at us here in the frozen tundra, I try very hard not to negatively influence my young daughter’s view on the coldest season of the year, which in Wisconsin, happens to last … Continue reading →

Home Care Extras

Bedspreads and quilts and pillows—oh my! My young daughter enjoys pulling all of the aforementioned items off of our beds and creating what she calls “Pillow Mountain.” The puffy monstrosity usually sits at the end of the hallway—the perfect spot for her to hurl her body into after running at maximum speed down the strip of carpet. The point of this blog is not to give you tips of how to create the perfect pillow mountain (I’ll save that for another blog). Rather, I wanted to provide some care tips on a few home items, including bedspreads, quilts and pillows. … Continue reading →

Home Week in Review: February 11 – 17

What kind of weather are you experiencing in your area? If it is cold, I hope you are staying warm. Michele has some tips for just how to do that this week. She also had some tips on pillows, like how to choose them and which ones are best for allergy sufferers. We had some reviews and recalls and even some plant care tips. Valentine’s Day was also this week, so I hope you had fun and kept warm at the same time. Valentine’s Day can be a lot of fun, but now you can relax… well, until Easter anyway! … Continue reading →

The Right Pillow For Allergy Sufferers

In a previous blog I provided tips on replacing your worn bed pillows. I also listed various types of filling the majority of pillow manufacturers use. If you suffer from allergies (like me) than finding the right pillow fill material is critical to achieving a good night’s sleep. Shortly after undergoing sinus surgery I found I was even more sensitive to allergens so my mom went out and bought every kind of “alternative-fill” pillow that existed. (I felt like Goldilocks trying to find just the right one—this one is too soft… this one is too hard… you get the idea.) … Continue reading →

Picking The Right Pillow

Are you picky about the type of pillow you rest your head on? Some people love big, fluffy pillows, while others can’t sleep on anything but firm, dense pillows. I happen to have severe sinus issues, which means I sleep on a firm, hypoallergenic pillow. Most people have pillow preferences, but are unclear as to when it is necessary to replace their beloved bedtime buddies. If you fall into that category, here’s a test you can give your pillows: Place your pillow on a sturdy surface (the floor is best) and fold it in half. If you have a feather … Continue reading →