Big Renovation

Guest written by our friend Gladys Fuentes

My husband and I are renovating our dream home right now. We have waited years to do this, and we can’t wait to see the results. We could never see ourselves living in a gated community where all of the houses looked exactly the same. We decided that we would have to buy in an old, historical neighborhood and just change the house to meet our needs. I’ve always wanted an amazing kitchen, and that will probably be the most extravagant part of the house. I get so excited when I think about all of the amazing meals I’ll be able to make for my family in that kitchen one day. We aren’t able to live there during the renovation, so we were really worried that someone would break in and steal all of the expensive appliances we were having installed. The contractor suggested we go to www.homesecurity101.com and set up a home security system to protect the home while no one is living there. We feel much better knowing that our property is safe now and can’t wait to move in when the house is ready. Hopefully all this hard work and waiting around will be worth it.

The Germiest Places You Could Imagine!

If you think the dirtiest place you'll ever encounter is a public toilet, think again! According to a study, 80% of grocery carts were found out they had E.coli!...and they're not the only microbe magnets.
Here are the other list of at least top 5 most germ-filled places in your world!...and the best way to clean them.

1. Phones - did you know that your cell phone can carry 500 times more bacteria than a toilet seat? Many disease causing microbes can survive for 2 weeks on your rarely cleaned office or phone. Swipe with a disinfecting wipe daily.

2. Soap dispensers - they are also common as hot spots for E.coli, and other fecal bacteria, but if you wash your hands properly, lathering while singing one round of "happy birhtday", you'll get rid of the bugs.

3. Keyboards and Mouse - your co worker's germs can linger on your computer longer than the virus she accidentally emailed last week. The rhinovirus that causes common cold can survive for hours to days on keyboards. Wipe these accessories weekly with disinfectant even if you're the only one using your computer.

4. Lobby-level elevator buttons - Wait for someone else to press the button, or use your knuckle, then apply sanitizer.

Shopping cart handles - Up to 8 in 10 may have the presence of E.coli, so take advantage of free disinfectant wipes at the store or use hand sanitizer after shopping.

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Is Your RV Covered?

Do you have RV? I bet for those who really love to travel or for those that have jobs that are always on the road through RV, for sure, they have their insurance for it.
It is considered important that your RV is covered particularly if you use it most of the time. Besides, you never knows what happens on the road every minute you are on it, don't you think?
How would you imagine yourself stuck in the middle of nowhere when it happens that your RV breaks down? Sucks!...and dangerous too!
So be sure you have RV warranty that also includes rv repair. Perhaps, you might want to consider checking Good Sam extended service plan. It doesn't hurt to check on it and get in touch with them, especially if your RV has no warranties or insurance coverage.

How Often Would You Wash/Clean Your Stuff At Home?

In swapping your bath towel for a fresh one, ideal days should be 2-3 days, and always hang them up dry to prevent the growth of bacteria. Wash them in hot water.

In washing your sheets and pillow cases, it is ideal to do it once a week in hot water, then dry on the hottest setting. Wash pillows every 6 months and your comforter every 2 months.

How often should you replace your toothbrush?...get a new one monthly (plus anytime you've been sick). Rinse your toothbrush under the hottest water possible after use and stand up to dry to keep germs away.

Replace your sponges once a month and scrub brushes every 3-6 months.

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Winter Footwears I Wish I Could Have! :)

Okay, so this winter, I had discovered I now own 10 pairs of boots! I have been eyeing some online deals on ugg boots, but I have to face it, I need to be financially considerate this year. I still have couple pairs I haven't used out of my boots collection, so I guess, I just have to hang on getting a pair from UGG. I already checked some local stores on UGG boots, but I felt the price was too expensive and that the styles are not my type. I saw those styles and sizes I want online with fine deals, but I need to wait until next year.

Cleaning Your Home Without Harmful Chemicals

For families having cases of severe allergies and asthma, cleaning the house using commercial cleaning products containing ammonia and other chemicals can trigger those illnesses especially young children, many of which are often paying more just to buy chemical-free cleaning products.

But you can make your own asthma-friendly cleaning formulas at home with your own little effort, by using common household ingredients such as baking soda and vinegar.

Here are some helpful easy-to-make recipes that are effective and safe for you and your family to use:

For cleaning windows and mirrors:
Mix 1/4 cup of white vinegar with 2 quarts of warm water, then apply it with a clean sponge. Wipe off any excess with a dry rag or paper towel.

For Oven Cleaner:
Mix 1 cup of baking soda with enough water to make a paste. Then apply it to dirty oven surfaces and let stand. After a few minutes scrub it using a scouring pad. This method requires a little more elbow grease but is not toxic.

For Woodworks, Tiles and Linoleums:
To treat some spots on them, Murphy's liquid soap is good and safe all-purpose cleaner.

For Toilet Bowl Cleaner:
Sprinkle baking soda around the inside of the toilet bowl, then add a couple drops of liquid soap. Scrub with a brush and finish outside surface with a rag sprinkled with baking soda.

For Laundry:
Use "non-chlorine bleach" for lifting stains from clothing, or try soaking fabrics in water mixed with borax, hydrogen peroxide, lemon juice, baking soda or white vinegar.

For Linoleum Floor Cleaner:
Mix 1/2 cup of vinegar in a bucket of warm water. The smell will disappear when the floor dries.

Olympia Steel Buildings

For sure, every construction designer's aim is to construct, protect and make each of their buildings sturdy and tough.
The good news for Canadians? Olympia steel buildings in canada has come! Just imagine how lucky you are to have the leading provider of pre-engineered metal buildings serving Canada nowadays! With many types of construction buildings that continue to stand in Canada these days, Olympia Steel Buildings will for sure be of a major help for many.

How To Create Your Dream Space At Home

Categorize your favorite pieces by grouping the same items together like dresses, shirts, jackets, etc..for easy find. That way, you can just grab what you need and go.

Illuminate dark corners by sticking some stick-and-click LED lights which you can buy mostly at any hardware stores.

Get a free professional makeover. You don't need to spend thousands of dollars to get an expensive closet! Simply measure, take inventory of what you have so you would know how much rod space or shelving do you need, then call for your personalized storage plan to 888-CONTAIN :).

Send Flowers For Free Delivery

No matter what the occasion is, flowers are still the best and one of the most common gifts everybody can give. This Christmas, flowers are famous in very different places, for decorations to personal gifts. And who says flowers are difficult to get because of the holidays? At least, not in UK :).

Try to check and send flowers uk and you can even get a free delivery with special offers up to 30% off.

And for those flower enthusiasts out there, perhaps some of you are thinking of starting a gardening business or probably just want to start a personal garden of your own at home. Well, they say flowers can relax minds, and ease stress too! I do believe that. There are flowers that give scents which can relieve stress. It's just amazing how nature can be so colorful when flowers are all up. They create positive aura for every body else ;).

Business with flowers through gardening is also a good income earner. What it all matters is the proper knowledge of how to handle and grow them.

Must-Own Space Savers

Swing-Arm Hangers - for multiple pairs of pants or can also be used to store your collection of scarves.

Circular belt hanger - you can use this for holding and displaying your necklaces to prevent and avoid tangling!

Large S Hooks - you can hang these from a rod or wire mesh shelf to keep belts, bags, umbrellas or stack of baseball caps for easy reach.

Hanging Shoe organizer - This can also be placed in a hall closet (narrow size) and you'll save odds and ends, like mittens, scarves, flashlights and lint brushes from oblivion, aside from its own original use as places for your heels :).

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Tea Collection's Sleepwears

For moms who have boys at home, this is your chance to get good deals this Christmas for your boys. Be sure to check those boys pajamas & sleepwear where you can get those PJs that would make them super comfortable and warm during winter nights. And wow!...you get free shipping for a certain amount that you can buy. It would surely a great feel for your tots with their soft textures complemented with their delightful colors.

I am considering of buying some for my nephews too. I know they would get so eager wearing them. It's just a nice feeling seeing those small boys giggle and laugh around during the holidays while holding their gifts! :)

So, just in case you happened to read this post a little earlier today, catch the deal! This is always a good time to find deals such as this when Christmas is coming where many occasions would usually become so busy particularly when you belong to a big family!

Have a happy holiday shopping everyone, especially for all moms out there who are still doing their Christmas rush shopping! ;)

Have a happy, Christmas shopping! ;)

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Check Those "Green" Grocery Bags

Nowadays, reusable bags have become a must for eco-friendly shopping. But did you know that those pretty totes can get pretty gross too if you don't check it out.

A research study from the University of Arizona in Tucson found out that more than half of those reusable grocery bags they tested were contaminated by fecal bacteria and E. Coli that cause severe stomach upset if ingested. So, also take note that totes stored in a warm car trunk can even make those germs multiply faster.

Stay safe by designating different bags for produce and meat and another one for groceries only.
Don't mix and use all the same bags to carry your clothes, shoes or toys that can carry more bacteria to your food.

Be sure to to those those totes in with the laundry once in a while then cycle it on hot to kill 99.9% bacteria.

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Men's Scrubs Collection

If you need a hospital uniform as a gift for your loved one or just for you, better yet checked this link: http://www.blueskyscrubs.com/categories/Scrubs/Scrubs-for-Men/. I bet you wouldn't regret seeing it after because it is here where you can buy any hospital uniforms that are hand made and yet with high quality that offers superior fit. You can as well see here all the various collections of uniform scrubs both for men and women in a variety of classic colors.

For men's uniforms, you can also get your classic design doctors scrubs that are available in multiple colors which are guaranteed to be more savvy than any ordinary scrub set that you can see in many stores. They are made of handmade finest fabrics that can give you the most comfortable fit. Guess what, these uniforms are head turners too! It is because they are artfully designed and have redefined the essence of modern sophistication.

You want custom scrubs? They have it too! Better chekc them out and order one today.

Do Your Kids Have High Cholesterol?

You certainly are sure that monitoring your cholesterol is very important, but your kids might need their checks too.
According to a certain study from West Virginia University in Morgantown, they found out that one third out of 20,000 fifth graders had high levels of blood fats.

Currently, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends these test for kids who have a very strong family history of premature heart disease.
But until then, talk to your doctor about blood tests. Many parents might not consider cholesterol as a serious issue for kids but evidences show that most adult heart diseases start in childhood.

The good news is that kids can be protected by early intervention with diet and exercise.

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Go Get Your Mini Laptops!

Black Friday is over, Cyber Monday deals are still on the run for some stores, but if you are searching for mini laptops as a present or just for your own personal use, be sure to check on the hottest deals on toshiba netbooks these days. You couldn't just afford skipping these hot deals these days. It may not be offered again! I mean, 50% off is a huge deal, and considering that toshiba products are regularly priced at an affordable bargain.
For the spirit of the season, I know you can be able to make everything worth it from good things that come in small packages ;).

Creating a Mess-Free Closet

Don't know how to slim down your possessions and expand your options? Perhaps, the following tips can help. It's time to clean up your closet!

Anything you haven't worn for two years or more, garments that can't be repaired, fashion mistake, etc...need to be out for disposal.
It feels good to give stuff away that you don't use.

Clothes can be moved to a standing rack, or bins and boxes under the bed or stacked properly in a corner for out of season clothes. Another option is folding them, mostly ideal for wrinkled style clothes, or clothes that need not to be ironed.

Get double cascading hooks that let you hang multiple items from one hanger. Make use of the wall above the hanging rod by adding an additional shelf for off-season storage.
You can also install mini-shelves or under-wire baskets for any vertical space between existing shelves.

Use the back of the door by hanging an over-the-door-rack or hooks to neatly hang your small items such as bags, hats or belts.

Good luck! :)

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