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11/01/2015

http://www.buzzfeed.com/peggy/meticulous-cleaning-tricks-for-the-ocd-person-i-72

If you live with – or if you yourself are – a detail-oriented, picky cleaner (i.e., “OCD”), then you have learned that “clean” does NOT mean the same thing to everyone. Well, Peggy over at buzzfeed.com has gathered together 33 awesome, meticulous cleaning tips and tricks that will satisfy even the m…

01/03/2014

Happy New Year Friends! I hope each and every one of you enjoyed the holiday season whatever you celebrated. As we reflect on the year that has just ended and look forward to the one that has just begun, you may be inclined to purge your home and office of unnecessary files, clutter, etc. Take a moment to read this brief article by State Farm that offers tips on what documents to save and which ones to shred.

Happy Organizing!

http://learningcenter.statefarm.com/family/should-you-save-or-shred/index.html?cmpid=enews-dec13

Do you fall in the category of "pack rat" or "purger" when it comes to your personal documents? The best approach is somewhere in between the two extremes. Try these suggestions for a sensible but streamlined way to manage your paperwork.

11/29/2013

Hello Friends! Now that the holidays are upon us, I'm sure many of you are looking to curb expenses wherever you can. Whether you search the web or brave the crowds for great shopping deals, also consider ways you can keep costs down as you prepare your home for the onslaught of guests and festivities. Here is a link to suggestions on how to make your own cleaning solutions that are a much cheaper alternative to brand-name cleansers. In addition to saving you money, these solutions are also environmentally friendly.

http://www.rd.com/slideshows/5-best-baking-soda-and-vinegar-cleaning-solutions/ =slide1

Save a bundle on cleaning your home with these cheap alternatives to store-bought cleaning solutions. See our best baking soda and vinegar cleaning tips.

09/06/2013

I just learned this today! Add a penny to the bottom of a vase of freshly cut flowers to keep them fresher longer.

http://www.rd.com/home/decorating/8-ways-to-make-flowers-last-longer/3/

07/23/2013

You may already be doing this. It's a very effective and natural way to get rid of fruit flies.

http://frugalliving.about.com/od/doityourself/qt/Rid_Fruit_Flies.htm

07/08/2013

Check out these great uses for lemons. You can garnish that cocktail and clean your kitchen!

http://xfinity.comcast.net/slideshow/news-10waystocleanwithlemon/1/

From sanitizing the microwave to scrubbing the shower, this citrus fruit is a household cleaning all-star by Christine

06/25/2013

It seems that a lil bit of Borax, sugar and water is the best solution to rid your home of ants!

http://thehappyhousewife.com/home-management/how-to-get-rid-of-ants-with-three-ingredients/

The next time you have ants in your home, skip calling an exterminator and use a simple three ingredient solution to rid your house of the pesky ants.

06/18/2013

It appears that lemon juice is helpful in ridding your home of ants. However, it requires patience and repeated application to areas of entry. I would say, give it about a week.

06/12/2013

Here are some great natural suggestions for how to rid your home of ants. I'm actually testing these methods this week. Will keep you posted of their efficacy.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/03/28/how-to-get-rid-of-ants_n_1385182.html

From Mother Nature Network's Kimi Harris: Little tiny ants have been spotted in our new home, and many people are suffering the same fate across the country.

06/08/2013

Weekend Neat Tip: Use dryer sheets to freshen hair that has been exposed to smoke (from ci******es, camp fires, etc.) If you've just washed your hair or don't have time to wash it, scented dryer sheets are a great, fast and cheap solution!

05/24/2013

I love chalkboard paint. You can usually find it at The Home Depot or Lowes. You can turn any wall (or other porous surface) into a large To Do List, study area for working out homework problems or an inexpensive creative space for grown ups and kids alike. You can also use this paint to easily and cheaply change your decor by drawing different images or phrases on the wall as your mood changes. Express yourself and keep yourself organized!

http://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/for-your-home/how-to-use-chalkboard-paint

Chalkboard Paint - How to Use Chalk & Blackboard Paint for Walls

05/09/2013

I found this great Groupon for Neat Receipt. I posted about this awesome device several weeks ago. This deal offers a Manufacturer Refurbished version for more than half off the original price! Get it before it's gone!

http://www.groupon.com/deals/gg-neatreceipts-neatdesk-document-scanners-1?utm_campaign=UserReferral&utm_medium=email&utm_source=uu13947018

Scan and digitally store tax records, bank statements, medical records, insurance forms, and recipes; documents become searchable by keyword