No matter where you live or what you do with your daily life, cleaning is that one chore that we all have to do at some point or another and it is the one area where most of us hate having to waste our time or money on. Cleaning is also the one area of our domestic lives where we are exposing ourselves, our children, our pets, and the environment to the most potential harm from harsh cleaning chemicals. Fortunately, there are some great safe and natural alternatives along with simple tips and cleaning short-cuts that can help take the “chore” out of the chores and help you to save both time and money while getting your entire home in tip top shape in a safe and more environmentally friendly way. [Read more...]
Last Minute Gift Ideas for Book Lovers
December 21, 2009 By 1 Comment
Christmas is right around the corner. Time to brave the crowded parking lots, the cheery holiday Muzak, the frazzled salespeople, and the even more frazzled shoppers as you search for the perfect gifts for your loved ones. And if you’re the type of person who likes to put off the holiday madness until the last minute, you’re probably starting to feel the crunch. But don’t panic! Here is a list of last-minute gift ideas for that book lover on your shopping list. Most of the items here are $50 and under and can be easily found in major bookstore chains or in chain discount stores like Target and Walmart. [Read more...]
7 Easy Ways to Personalize the Holidays
December 14, 2009 By Leave a Comment
As we gather around our homes and give thanks for the year’s blessing the holidays season is kicked into full gear. This is one of my favorite times of year when we think about peace, of how fortunate we have been during the past year and how we can help others who may not have had our good fortune as the year comes to a close. Unfortunately the holidays can also be a very hectic and very impersonal time of year when so much of the season has been commercialized. But there are some simple and enjoyable ways to personalize the holiday season this year. The following ideas give you seven great ways to make your holidays personal and share that joy and creativity with you friends, co-workers, neighbors, and loved ones.
Don’t Just Sit There! How to Get Ready For the FAFSA
December 10, 2009 By 1 Comment
If you are interested in enrolling in an American college or university for the next Fall semester and require financial assistance, you will need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) sometime in the first six months of the new year. Timing is everything. Although you cannot apply any sooner than January 1st, that doesn’t mean there aren’t things you can be doing right now to be better positioned than less organized applicants. This means you can file a clean application earlier than others, improving your position in the money line. Here are some suggestions to make this happen. [Read more...]
5 Websites That Can Help Reduce Your Paper Footprint
December 7, 2009 By 1 Comment
Take one look around my home and it’s easy to see that I love to read. My bookcase is overflowing with dog-eared paperbacks and hardcovers. There are even more books stuffed into drawers, sitting on my coffee table, and jammed into the shelves of my computer desk. About a half dozen cookbooks are precariously stacked on top of my microwave. Magazines fill a basket and litter the dining room table. Add to all of this a stack of catalogs, junk mail, and bills, and everything starts to get a little messy. [Read more...]
10 Things You Need to Do Before the End of the Year
December 3, 2009 By 1 Comment
The end of the year is steadily approaching and we shall soon be embarking on a new year. But before this one winds down and comes to an end, there are a few things you should add to your to do list before the ball drops. Here is your checklist of ten things that you need to do before the end of the year to keep you healthy, happy, and safe.
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