As a mom of three boys, my life pretty much revolves around laundry. IT. NEVER. STOPS.I need a detergent that cleans clothes, cuts through tough stains, works well on both whites and colors, eliminates odors, and isn’t full of nasty chemicals. It’s also nice if I can find an affordable option, since I use so […]
Marie Kondo wants your kids to tidy up. The decluttering, folding and binning superstar is releasing a picture book for children called Kiki & Jax: The Life-Changing Magic of Friendship about how tidying up can spark joy in the lives of kids. “It’s a timeless story about friendship, and I hope that the characters of Kiki and […]
Life is chaotic enough without having to deal with disorganized pantries, spoiled produce and leaky lunches. There’s really nothing worse than finding out your balsamic vinaigrette spilled all over your bag. But there are so many food storage containers on the market that it can be daunting to pick the perfect set. Lucky for you, I’ve […]
Feng shui is a philosophy that has thrived in China for hundreds of years but has only made its way into the U.S. in recent years. Feng shui, which translates literally as “wind-water,” promotes well-being by rearranging how chi, or energy, flows through a home. The basic Feng Shui principles maintain that we live in harmony with […]
Everywhere you look there are signs of spring and the promise of warmer temperatures and outdoor fun. The down side of warmer days are sweat stains on our clothes. While prevention is the best way to keep sweat stains at bay, the unsightly spots are inevitable for many of us. Sweating is a part of […]
Kids can become unbelievably attached to their beloved stuffed animal friends. And that attachment usually involves dragging them everywhere they go, cuddling them at night, eating with them, spending sick days with them, and maybe even taking them to school or daycare. This means that from time to time, those precious stuffed pals need […]
The zero-waste movement is rising in popularity these days. And while reducing waste is one thing – achieving a zero-waste lifestyle is not as easy. Consider the times you and your colleagues bring disposable coffee cups to the office or when your teens bring chips and drinks home in plastic grocery bags. Using disposable utensils, […]
As my girls get older, their toy storage needs to evolve. They’ve gone through so many phases and stages that I’ve come to realize there isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for all of the toys, crafts, and games they love. Stuffed animals and dolls were a first favorite for my kids. Now, they both love arts […]
The “less is more” philosophy is all the rage right now. Like other lifestyle changes, individuals often decide to become a minimalist when they have had major changes in their lives like a birth, a move, or a death. Others might just be inspired by the decor style or the new Marie Kondo documentary and […]
These tips will get you excited about cleaning. Ok, just a LITTLE excited.
A few years ago, my best friend and I read Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. We’re always on the hunt for some mythical way to manage all of our stuff, our kids’ stuff, and the other random stuff littered around our houses. I wish I could say we read the book cover-to-cover, […]
Magic Erasers really are magic when it comes to cleaning dirt and grime off of surfaces. The “magic” comes from their ability to get into the grooves of most surfaces, even ones so tiny that you can’t really see them. But did you know that those little white sponge-like things can do so much more? […]
