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5 Spring Fitness Tips

It is not officially spring yet, but depending on where you live it is definitely in the air in some places. But even if you are still dealing with the last remnants of winter, its time to start thinking about the warmer months soon coming. Following are 5 spring fitness tips to get you started. The first tip is to invest in some good footwear. Don’t skimp on quality just to save a few bucks. You could end up injuring yourself if you don’t wear the right kind of footwear. You can find virtually every category of footwear available, from … Continue reading →

Summer Fixes and Tips

Summertime comes with its own set of challenges, such as how to keep the sand out of the car or what to do when the kiddie pool is full of mold. Here are some quick summer fixes and tips to get through the season with ease. Sandy Bottom (and everywhere else) No matter how much you try to get all of the sand off before you get into the car, inevitably it seems that half of the beach gets in. Some beaches offer an outdoor shower, but not all. And some little ones want nothing to do with the shower, … Continue reading →

Keeping Your Indoor Air Clean

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How can you keep your indoor air clean? Here are a few less conventional tips and a reminder of the dos and don’ts of indoor air quality . Air out your house. A house with good air flow will keep fewer chemicals inside. Airing out your house doesn’t need to mean that you open all of the doors and windows, although you can open a window or two to encourage the cross-flow of air. A house should be able to breathe. Make sure that your home is not sealed completely. One warning: if you’re allergic to pollen in the home, … Continue reading →

Tips for Outdoor Clean-Up

Hear ye! Hear ye! Now that Easter is over, if you still have Christmas lights up on your home, it’s time to take them down. And while you are out there you might consider sprucing up your home’s exterior. Spring cleaning lists should include chores that need to done to the outside of your home as well as the inside. Start with these basics: Siding: If your siding needs deep cleaning, then rent a pressure washer to remove dirt and grime that have built-up over time. Just remember to start at the top of your house and work your way … Continue reading →

Cleaning Canvas

A major part of fall cleaning involves outdoor living spaces. Deck and patio furniture need to be cleaned before they are stored for the winter. In a previous blog I provided tips on how to clean patio furniture cushions and today I am covering canvas. Canvas covers a ton of outdoor furniture, from awnings to seat cushions. Fortunately, the durable material is fairly easy to clean. Some popular canvas cleaners can be purchased at discount retailers or patio furniture supply shops. Look for Tectron Foaming Nylon and Canvas Cleaner, Meguiar’s Canvas Cleaner or Starbrite Canvas Cleaner. The specially formulated products … Continue reading →

Cleaning Wipes

A few years ago I conducted a TV news interview with a city health official on the proper precautions to take when grilling outdoors. She had great tips on how to keep fresh veggies from being contaminated by raw chicken juice and how long meat should stay on the fire before one worries about carcinogens. She also raved about her favorite cleaning shortcut–Clorox Disinfecting Wipes. The popular disinfecting wipes, which are packaged in a convenient pull-out container, is one of my favorite cleaning products as well. The health official went on and on about how the sanitary wipes were ideal … Continue reading →

Summer Party Safety Tips

Outdoor entertaining during the summer months is a fabulous way to take advantage of the nice weather while mingling with your favorite people. However, your party can easily go from fun to done in a heartbeat if you don’t put safety first. Whether you are partying on your patio, deck, or in your yard, it’s important to make safety your top priority. First, consider summer’s scorching heat. The East Coast of the United States is baking under a severe heat wave right now. The sky-high temps can cause dehydration and heat exhaustion. When hosting a party outside make sure you … Continue reading →

Tips for Taking “Belly Pics”

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If you can muster the energy and manage to remember, taking weekly photos during your pregnancy can create lasting memories that you will treasure forever. You don’t need to be a professional photographer to capture the beauty and drama of the pregnant form. Here are some tips for creating unique and memorable photos. *Try wearing the same outfit and standing in the same spot each week when you take a photo. At the end of your pregnancy, turn the series of pictures into a rapid slide show to see your bump grow right before your eyes. *Pose with your other … Continue reading →

Home Blog Month in Review: October

As I sit here looking out my window at the backyard, the birds are hovering in the pine tree against a strong wind and steady rain. The temperature is chilly today, and the calendar reminds me that we have left October behind. October 1st Buy a Home for $1.75 It seems that the housing crisis has made some interesting news lately. Home Month in Review: September 2008 Has the weather turned cooler now that September has passed? Pretty soon, it will be time to get that heat turned back on! Meanwhile, check out all of the articles that were posted … Continue reading →

Summer Vacation Photo Tips

Summer is here, time to pack up the clan and head to the mountains, beach, amusement park or zoo. But before you hit the highway or take to the skies don’t forget to pack your camera bag. The thought of missing out on all of the incredible photo opportunities your travels will provide is enough to take make any snap happy parent ill. In addition to your camera, make sure you have spare batteries, lenses, a cleaning kit, extra media cards and a mini tripod. Once you arrive at your destination be sure to remember the following tips: Don’t let … Continue reading →