Heard Sir Ken Robinson Lecture Last Night
Back in November a homeschool mom posted to our local homeschool chat list that Sir Ken Robinson was scheduled to lecture in Connecticut in January ... the night while home alone to clean the bathrooms (I had delegated that my husband would take the kids [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 23:00:00
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Thrift Store Adventures
Steve and Susan took us thift store shopping. It is an adventure here if you know the places ... yesterday for these new at $8. No more knocking over the shampoo and cleaning it out of the bathroom rug)I did not buy CD's. I did note that the Goodwill here wants over $3 for a CD [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 10:30:00
PHERA: Bathroom Breaks - Jan 13,2009
15 minutes of cleaning up. We'll work our way through all the bathrooms in the house, starting at the top, and getting to the bottom. That mold, mildew, scum, don't have the chance. We're armed with microfiber cleaning cloths and a timer :) [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 18:46:57
A Guide to Flooring
by Qandishah Brown Choosing the right flooring for your home can be something very important ... but are obviously something that you would have in your bathroom. This water resistant flooring is easy to clean ... can go a long way if you know how to maintain and take care of it. Compared to other flooring carpeting may [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 20:40:08
Pads. Yes, the Big, Big Ones
I was reminded of something funny yesterday while cleaning the bathroom. Somehow items accumulate in the back of the cabinets and never seem to find their way to the trash can. Anyway [more...]
Date: 2008-06-06 00:09:29
Knowing How To Choose Your Flooring
by Qandishah Brown Choosing the right flooring for your home can be something very important ... will ensure that it lasts. Its also wise to clean up sills to avoid staining and odor. Carpets ... but are obviously something that you would have in your bathroom. This water resistant flooring is easy to clean [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 16:21:04
Abe the Plumber
Yes, it happened again. Elle clogged our toilet....AGAIN! ... the water just in time to save our carpet. Abe got the wet vacuum and started vacumming ... - it was just gross. We used every towel we owned cleaning up the sewage in the bathroom. Meanwhile [more...]
Date: 2008-12-24 05:46:00
Get Organized for a Better Year!
You know, creating a wonderful sanctuary for your family is not all about cleaning ... store to put in a caddy per bathroom (or floor level): "Small Things" Supplies Glass Cleaner ... to have: Floor cleaner Vinegar Disinfectant spray Tools: brooms, mop, vacuum Trash bags Starting [more...]
Date: 2008-12-30 13:51:13
Family update
Finally! Some more pics. We are all hanging in there ... I am up for about an hour each time, feeding, cleaning her butt, then going to the bathroom myself ... ILoaded car [more...]
Date: 2009-01-20 01:58:00
Bathroom Safety Products: Safety First
When it comes to our son, hubby and I always think of his safety ... in which he will be in danger. Most of the products inside the bathroom are toxic and the chemicals use for cleaning is too dangerous for a little kid. Parents must look over it because not all the time [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 15:51:14
More Farm Show Pics…
I am back home, have the house thawed out including the toilet (yes, you know it is cold when the water in the toilet freezes). I am caught up on laundry and have the kids cleaning the house. I vaccinated goats yesterday ... my upstairs bathroom come hell or high water! Ok, here is a little photo show of the Youth and Open [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 14:21:20
Beautiful Decorative Ceramic Vessel From Etsy
This decorative vessel features an incised stylized lotus design ... fired for color and design. It has been surface-treated for ease of cleaning. It is - like all modern ... For Kitchen Cabinet Remodeling Bathroom Tile Ideas And Bathroom Tile Gallery - Bathroom Design [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 05:51:18
What not to do for Valentine’s Day
photo by erix Are you ready for Valentine’s Day? Don’t wait until the last minute ... -calorie anything. Bad idea. Along these lines, pass on fitness equipment, workout videos, a bathroom ... a practical gift, very few want to think about cleaning on a romantic day. RAZOR: Don’t give anything [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 06:03:03
Visions of Future World by Syd Mead
Visions of Future World by Syd Mead Have you ever imagined how things would be in future? ... Auto Insurance Carpet Cleaning Broadband Online Colleges Free SMS Auto Loans Bathroom FurnitureMarked [more...]
Date: 2008-06-26 07:27:25
The green bathroom: a guide
Drains Your drains can be kept open, clean and odour-free without the use of corrosive drain cleaners ... and Tile Most commercial tile cleaners do more harm than good because many contain chlorine ... spot for a few hours before rinsing. For mould and mildew, rub tiles and grout with a cloth which [more...]
Date: 2008-07-05 23:57:04
The Most Annoying Noise Is..........
I've been sitting here debating this question with myself. 10 years ago I'm sure I'd have different answers ... however have always bothered me. I'm not talking about the obvious; a car alarm going off, nails ... this one? It ranks right up there with the bathroom fan... maybe even more so. The sound of a cat cleaning [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 18:22:50
Inside and Outside
The carpet cleaner came yesterday, and I asked him to clean the living room, the hall, a bedroom and a bathroom ... , to capture some of their beauty. It's supposed to rain, and if that happens, it will be too late [more...]
Date: 2008-11-25 14:25:00
Eco-review: Terracycle cleaning products
Terracycle has introduced a line of cleaners (All Purpose, Bathroom, Window, Degreaser and Drain), all with the Eco-friendly TerraChoice Certified Zerofootprint Seal. These cleaners, comparable ... ! At .99 per bottle (except for the draincleaner), this product is not only environmentally responsible [more...]
Date: 2008-12-17 22:49:33
Eco-review: Terracycle cleaning products
Terracycle has introduced a line of cleaners (All Purpose, Bathroom, Window, Degreaser and Drain), all with the Eco-friendly TerraChoice Certified Zerofootprint Seal. These cleaners, comparable ... ! At $3.99 per bottle (except for the draincleaner), this product is not only environmentally responsible [more...]
Date: 2008-12-17 07:00:43
Compulsive preparations
It's been a highly frenetic week what with the NCT antenatal course starting, visiting the midwife, ... . This is cleaning like I have never really bothered before, every little crevice and corner. I had no idea that bathroom tiles could get so grimy. I have been using the window cleaning sponge [more...]
Date: 2009-01-11 18:07:00
Keeping Track of Stuff
Those of you who have been reading for awhile know that when my stepfather passed away I took up his quest for the perfect piece of pie ... this is what Oprah's bathroom looks like."The bathroom in our little thatched roof casita in Belize had water ... the woman, "That's they cleanest bathroom I've ever seen.""Thanks", she said. "I'm responsible for clean [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 10:00:00
Tom’s Schedule
We’ll be doing some major home cleaning tomorrow. I have to get rid of the stuffs that we seldom use: ... is awfully hard to clean up. If we have extra money, we would look for affordable bathroom cabinets with mirror. This would make the bathroom look neat and organized. :) [more...]
Date: 2008-12-24 09:57:20
Why You Want to Avoid Using Chemical Disinfectants
Here is something interesting I read in a forum that you may find helpful! ... are commonly used in cleaning hospitals and home environments, sterilizing medical equipment ... go on cleaning frenzies in their own homes, using disinfectants on their kitchen countertops, bathrooms [more...]
Date: 2008-11-09 17:10:23
The Joys of Home Ownership: True Story!
Day 1:Coming home from vacation to a wet garage because your brand new hot water heater intake pipe leaked ... in kid's bathroom and have to rip out part of your expensive carpet to clean up the mess.Move ... have passed through the system.Pulling out soaked dry wall and finding mountains of garbage inside [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 22:25:00
Top 20 household uses of baking soda
There are so many uses for baking soda. The first time I picked up a box to use in a recipe I realized I could put it in my refrigerator to get rid ... , we all know that one!) 2. Deodorizing & Cleaning – It can neutralize odors chemically rather than mask or absorb them ... or bathroom. You can also sprinkle some in shoes, on your carpet or under [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 19:25:04
Day Off Plans
This has been a fairly relaxing weekend. Today I need to wash clothes, put my bathroom back together ( ... up on magazine reading, watching taped tv shows, and general cleaning. Ah...maybe I can get some book [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 15:32:00
hot messes all around
Backstory: Mom just recently learned to use the term ‘hot mess” and she LOVES it ... the cleaning people show up tonight. me: run where? mom: run out of the bathroom and don’ ... : he was a hot mess…someone sh** in our bathroom today…it was a hot mess…all over the seat…we share [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 14:30:10
EOC Tip of the Week
Facility support: You can end up with literally hundreds of people working multiple shifts in a large EOC activation ... in the bathrooms, extra janitorial service for weekends and holidays that you are activated, maybe rescheduling cleaning so it can be done in the evening hours when things are not so hectic. Ordering office [more...]
Date: 2008-11-02 00:52:57
Yes to Carrots: More Pampering Mom Oct 10th
I am a shampoo hound. I think I have mentioned that before. Anything that has to do with me, in the bathroom, in the water, alone….I’m game ... the light ended, because it had heavy duty cleaning. When you got out of the shower, it really did make ... to producing high-quality and affordable products that truly [more...]
Date: 2008-10-02 01:46:08
SKOY eco-friendly cloths instead of paper towels (giveaway)
In keeping with the spirit of the Ditch the Disposables Challenge, ... , and at the end of their life, biodegradable. They are non-toxic, chlorine-free and made using water ... in the kitchen or for cleaning up faces and grubby little hands, but they also work well in the bathroom [more...]
Date: 2008-09-11 07:20:02
Happy Housekeeping...
I recently purchased a Shark floor steamer. I saw the ad on tv and really wanted to get one ... disinfected. I got mine at Costco and it came with 5 cleaning pads. When I am done cleaning, I just toss ... with hardwood cleaner, then I would use Pine cleaner on the bathroom floors. Well....no more carting [more...]
Date: 2008-12-22 16:16:00
Featured Apartment – Dec 15, 2008 – 2 Bedroom, Medford, MA – $2083
Now offering a one month free rent special pro-ratated over the lease terms ... stocked with a self cleaning range, refrigerator, and large sink with garbage disposal ... or crowded. Ceramic tile floors in bathroom. Individually controlled heating and cooling. Linen [more...]
Date: 2008-12-16 21:49:32
Slash Your Grocery Bill Immediately
The easiest way to drastically reduce your grocery bill is to avoid the cleaning and non- food aisles ... on cleaning and 'lifestyle' products before I even get to the food section. As I stroll down ... , bathroom cleaners, kitchen cleaners, carpet cleaners, stain removers, washing powders, ironing spray [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 08:21:00
Seven cool ways to give cash that aren’t crass
I’m a fairly hard person to buy for. I don’t really need anything per se, and I don’t buy a whole lot for myself, but if cornered in a dark alley, ... married, or we want to thank the cleaning crew at Christmastime. Though a gift card is really ... one. If you manage to find a bathroom, often they’ll have a diaper vending machine [more...]
Date: 2008-12-23 06:24:50
The hard stuff
Now, this has my full-hearted support: In the shower yesterday, I was struggling with some idiotic substance called "shower scrub". ( ... for your list: that brilliant new invention for the shower: a washing agent in solid form; self-cleaning ... ; unable to be spilt down the plughole; and giving an all-day perfume to your bathroom! It's called "soap [more...]
Date: 2008-12-11 11:39:25
‘Twas the night before Christmas Eve Eve
‘Twas the night before Christmas Eve Eve And all throughout my house Chaos and toys had taken over I shrugged and said, “It’s time to get soused.” The wine glasses were filled to the brim with care in hopes that a cleaning fairy soon would be there With Tate wrapping presents and I frantically dusting I suddenly yelled, “This bathroom’ [more...]
Date: 2008-12-22 13:36:01
What Is Your Purpose
This is a guest post by Miruh over at Spiritual Healing Journey which is the only blog listed on my blogroll (so far at least) ... when people complained about having to pitch in to help out with doing dishes or cleaning: There was a club ... one. These roles included being the butler, the valet, the maid, the dishwasher, the cook, the bathroom [more...]
Date: 2009-01-18 04:47:33
Kleenex® Hygienic Bathroom Tissue
Kleenex® Hygienic Bathroom Tissue is specially designed to reduce costs, waste and health concerns all together ... ; Safety Supply Floor and Carpet Care Green Cleaning Products & Supplies Hand Soaps & Personal ... cleaning and janitorial supplies, you have found the right online store to shop at. Our complete line [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 23:15:33
Calendar and Announcements for January 18, 2009
Events on the ChargeMonday, January 19 • 8:00 AM Center Moreland Work Party• 7:00 PM DH Trustees and Admin Council ... at 8 AM. Repair and some remodeling and in the ladies bathroom, floor issues in the schoolhouse, kitchen cleanup and reorganization. Any and all help is welcomed! Bring your own tools or cleaning [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 16:53:00
A Kitchen Full Of Suds
A Kitchen Full Of Suds On the morning of the first day of this year, I had a rude surprise when my maid told me that ‘sabun keluar dari lubang’ ( ... and my maid had a hard time cleaning up the washing machine and floor afterward. In fact, that wasn’ ... , we used to stick play dough on door holes, bathroom drain covers and on every part of the house [more...]
Date: 2009-01-05 04:14:28
Day of Service
Jump to CommentsToday, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr., President-elect Obama has called for a day of service ... at one of our city parks, cleaning up trash and things of that nature, but it has been snowing steadily ... a door, He opens a window.”Here are my kids shoveling the elderly neighbor’s driveways. They begged [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 16:50:38
Method Tub Scrub Eco Product Review
At home we have a separate bathroom and toilet, which is a shame as method’s Bowl Patrol and its Tub Scrub match quite nicely but are kept in ... s still non-toxic and biodegradable - the first cool looking and environmentally friendly cream cleaner ... are there to hold the sponge or cloth you do the cleaning with, something which I now use regularly [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 09:00:04
Magic Erasers
From: Marissa H. The advice from your website has been VERY useful to me, so I’d like to share a tip of my own. Instead of the expensive Mr ... Cleaning Cloth. Over 10 years ago, these cloths came with two air cleaners we bought. The machines ... prints from the windows with just a few drops of water. A bad patch of soap scum on bathroom tile [more...]
Date: 2008-12-04 06:32:52
What not to wear…
I guess I am fortunate enough that after I got married I moved to another state ... from lunching I also lingered, but again, nothing. I took a look around the house and decided it could use ... that I have so many allergies I wear a surgical mask (doctors orders) while I clean. I am cleaning away and the dog [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 03:25:05
From the Pantry to the Bathroom: Pee and Cinnamon
OK, first off, don’t worry — there isn’t any actual urine sitting in that bottle. But it sure looks like pee, doesn’t it? ( ... convinced me that her homemade system would leave my hair shiny and clean without also leaving ... . Each time you use this solution, shake well to mix. 2. Squeeze the baking soda solution onto your dry [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 19:52:42
Paint it chocolate.
So, we have a holiday weekend and PDM and I finally sat down and had a parley about the wall color in the new-and-improved downstairs tiny bathroom ... on a holiday, and only after I sanitize the equipment my very self with a chemical of my choosing. Not that I don't trust the cleaning staff, but this is ACTIVE TB. Like I said... not really wanting [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 03:55:00
Weigh In: Week 2
Today marks week 2 of my diet.Let me start by saying that I am OFFICIALLY on a diet. I've made it through the first week of hell ... busy with cleaning and organizing the store...not just to take my mind of food but also to try to make ... part.I weighed myself first thing this morning...erm, after I went to the bathroom and I'm happy to say [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 15:15:00
Things I Love Thursday- Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
Every once and a while, I hit the jackpot and somebody asks me to review a product that I already use and love. Such is the case with Mr ... have just walked down the hall to the bathroom. People, prepare to be amazed. See that tile on the left ... and get marker off the tiles. Both cleaners performed pretty much the same. Crayon on the wall [more...]
Date: 2008-11-20 04:01:56
Start Green Cleaning Now!
Busby SEO Test Global climate change has become a matter of increased significance among many companies ... cleaning aims to eliminate use of these toxic chemicals entirely. Advancements in chemical technology ... . As a result, products and activities have started to turn “green.” The world of cleaning products [more...]
Date: 2009-01-19 14:21:34
Charlie Huston, Guest Blogger: Another Bloody Mess
[Ed.: Charlie Huston's latest book, The Mystic Arts of Erasing All Signs of Death (Amazon's pick as Best Book of the Month for January), descends into the grisly underworld of crime scene clean-up, appropriately inscribed with his indelible signatures: hilarious, inappropriate dialogue; outrageous supporting characters; [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 00:38:37
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