In this podcast, I answer one of YOUR questions! (At least I try.) Posts related to this podcast: The One In One Out Rule and Schedules 28 Days to Hope for Your Home - My E-book How Long Does it Actually Take to Empty the Dishwasher? Containers and Limits and How They'll Change Your Life (A Podcast) My Weekly House … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2014
Deleting Email in Bulk in Yahoo Mail
I finally got a new phone. All was good and I was excited that the phone-selling-guy transferred everything over to my pretty, new device. And then I glanced at the bottom of the screen: Y'all, that's just embarrassing. Now, in case you've been around a while, you know that in general those red numbers don't annoy me at all. I don't … [Read more...]
Winning the Clutter Battle (Through Surrender)
In my never-ending war against clutter, I win some and I lose some. And then there are those moments when I realize that fighting IS the problem. Like that picture above. I'd REALLY like the basket to sit to the left of the TV since the right side borders the path to our half-bath where I send guests. But even though I've moved the random … [Read more...]
Planning the Menu According to What’s in My Freezer
We have about a week and a half before payday, and the grocery budget is almost gone. There's enough for fresh veggies and milk and lunch stuff, but it's time to get careful. And creative. (Three family birthdays and a mother-in-law in ICU 45 minutes away kind of does that to a budget.) Anyway, there's no reason to worry. Thankfully, I'm a … [Read more...]
Ultimate Healthy Living E-Book Bundle (Only Available Through Monday!)
Affiliate links galore coming up! I'm off playing with marine mammals today (for real, watch my social media for details!). But I wanted you to know about this HUGE bundle going on which is an amazing value. Go here for details and to see what's included. Go here to get answers to the most frequently asked questions. Go here to read the fine … [Read more...]
034 Reality-Based Green Cleaning and Recycling Podcast
You do know that when I talk about "reality" I'm talking about my own reality, right? OK. Good. Here are some posts mentioned in this week's podcast: Reality-Based Green Cleaning My Pinterest Board of Homemade Cleaners Heavy Duty Shower Cleaner Two Plates Left Something to listen to while you clean: … [Read more...]
Decluttering the Pantry (And Breakfast Nook)
It was time for a pantry clean-out. Summer, how I love thee. Summer, how you cause havoc in my home. Actually, it was time for a whole-house clean-out. When things get crazy around here, it's time to declutter. Some people might just call it "cleaning up" but it helps me to think of it as decluttering. It's the only way I know to get some … [Read more...]
How to Remove Sticky Residue (And Convince Your Family You’re Crazy)
This is a two-in-one post. First, I'll share the method my mother taught me for removing gum from hair and sticker residue from glass. Spread a little peanut butter on it. For example, these glasses I was thrilled to find at the Dollar Tree recently: They're HUGE. My one complaint about the glass glasses I've been using for over a … [Read more...]
Extra vs. Excess
Everyone needs an extra pair of tennis shoes, right? It only makes sense. Right? Right. Yard work, muddy camping trips, the (very real) threat of falling off the boat while on a fishing trip. Life happens, and it's good to have an extra pair of tennis shoes. But what about an extra extra pair? Every time I buy new tennis shoes I … [Read more...]