Ditch the Rinse Aid

I havent used rinse aid in a long time. It just doesnt make sense to me to add chemicals on my dishes or in the steamed air that comes out... read more

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Natural and Organic Products

I know how important natural and organic products are now that I'm a mother. Watkins products, best of quality, now have organics and natural-based products. They also carry gluten free... read more

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Eco-Healthy Living for Your Family

Recently I attended a workshop on Eco-Healthy Child Care, a national program created by the Oregon Environmental Council to ensure that early childhood learning environments are as healthy, safe and... read more

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Alternative Homemade Cleaning Recipes

Wood Cleaner:
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup water
1/2 tsp. liquid soap
A few drops of olive oil

Combine the ingredients in a bowl, saturate... read more

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Cleaning That Gross Microwave

Put 1 part water and 1 part vinegar in a microwave bowl and cook on high for 1 minute......then wipe the whole microwave out with a paper towel or clean... read more

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Gas For Sure!

I've always had an electric stove top, but we remodeled a house about 3 years ago and put in a KitchenAid four gas burner range with a griddle in the... read more

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Rubbing Alcohol Cleans

I have had much success removing all kinds of stains with rubbing alcohol including a red sharpie mark on a pair of pants. I know from experience that black markers... read more

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Getting a Sharpie Scribble or Stain Off

Sharpie is a permanent marker, so getting a Sharpie stain out is really difficult. First of all, HIDE all your Sharpie pens. I have mine in my top cupboard, so... read more

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So You Want a Big House

For whatever reason, I've been sharing this story with several people as of late. I thought I'd also share it with you. It's great advice!

A friend of mine shared... read more

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The Grass, The Weeds, Arghhhh!!!

When the weather begins to turn wonderful, outside is the only place you want to be. That is hampered by the grass and weeds that seem to be growing everywhere... read more

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