Most of us genuinely like the people we work with — at least most of them. 😉 But even so, work can be stressful and people can be on edge, making the workday a little less happy. Well, why not take it upon yourself to try and make the atmosphere more positive? Chances are, people […]
Tips and Tricks
Organize Mail {FAST!} to Beat Paper Clutter
Paper clutter is one of my least favorite things. If you’re an adult, chances are you have paper clutter. Perhaps your biggest clutter challenge is the mail that comes in every day. You have to hold onto a lot of it: bills, important documents, bank statements, invitations. But that doesn’t mean you can’t keep it organized. […]
How to Clean (and Disinfect) Kids’ Toys
How often do you think about cleaning your kids’ toys? When someone gets sick, perhaps? To prevent the spread of germs and hopefully prevent illness, it’s important to clean — and disinfect — your kids’ toys regularly (like after play dates!). But of course, you don’t want to use dangerous chemicals either. Here is how […]
Stop Making These Ironing Mistakes!
I don’t know anybody who loves to iron. Around here, I actually avoid it as much as I can and let my husband iron his own shirts (he’s a big boy, right?). But if you do like to iron, or are forced to do it regularly, you might want to take a look at your procedure. […]
Are You Vacuuming the Right Way?
How often you vacuum probably depends on if you have kids, pets, and how much time you actually spend at home. Maybe you have very little carpet or it’s all over the house. Either way, did you know there is actually a right way to vacuum? Sure, you can do the job however you want, […]
9 Things to Clean With a Swiffer {Not Including Your Floor!}
Many of us have a Swiffer in our homes. They’re pretty great for cleaning floors — wet or dry — without a lot of fuss. But have you ever thought of using this versatile household tool for other chores? Here are 7 ways to use a Swiffer that you might not have thought of. 1. Get Ready […]