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Allergy & Asthma Triggers in the Home
House Dust House dust is everywhere. It is part of our life! House dust is a component of who you are. House dust is not just dirt but a mixture of potentially allergenic materials, such as...
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Kathy Buckworth's Top 10 Laundry Do's and Don'ts
Like all Moms and Dads, I only have two hands. And one of them would rather NOT be holding a dirty bag of laundry. Try these tips to get past the...
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Fridge Cleaning Guide
1. Turn off the temperature control knob on the inside of your fridge. 2. If your fridge has a removable drip pan underneath, take it out to be cleaned. 3. Remove all food from your fridge, including items on...
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It Could Happen to you
It is every parents' nightmare and too many parents' reality. A fire starts and before you know it, it has spread and is raging out of control. The causes are many and varied but, too often the results are the...
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The Dining Room Re-Invented
I used to look at my dining room and think “why?” There it was — a formal dining room with a big, beautiful table where absolutely no actual dining takes place. As a business owner and busy...
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Morning Madness
Are your mornings rushed, chaotic and disorganized? Then it’s time to get control and make morning a good start to a wonderful day! When your morning activities run smoothly, and you’re out the...
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Growing a Greener Family
Instilling a sense of environmental responsibility is good for your children - and their future. Your kids absorb all of the values that you live as a family. That means you'll exert an influence just by making...
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Clipboard Magic
Back to school means back to life for most families. After a break from homework and activities, we’re ready to dive in and get ourselves back on schedule. Staying organized can be a challenge as we try to...
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Tackle Your Keepsakes
We all have them – bits and pieces of memorabilia piled high in corners or hidden in plastic bags. The thought of organizing them seems completely overwhelming. I’m going to walk you step by step...
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De-cluttering Memories
Have you noticed lately how many TV shows, magazines, and internet sites are offering to help us de-clutter our homes and lives? This latest craze is perfect for parents. While some of us struggle more than...
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Organizing from the Inside Out
If I asked you to describe an organized space, what would you say? From most people, I hear things like "neat and tidy," "spare," "minimalistic, and "boring." But an...
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The Great Yard Sale
Tis the season to be saling; Yard Saling that is. From the Victoria Day Weekend to Labour Day signs sprout up on boulevards and meridians across the country. Every community boasts these heralds of the season...
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Top Ten Tips for Planning a Successful Yard Sale
A successful yard sale is a lot of work but the rewards can be well worth the effort. Not only can you turn unwanted clutter into extra cash, but the...
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Kitchen Slide Show
Looking for ideas? Take a peek at these family-friendly kitchens for countertop inspiration and organization tips. Remember - it's helpful to consider your kitchen counter tops as prime real...
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Clutter Quiz
Are you a cluttter-free organization maven? A wanna-be clutter buster, or a hard-core couch potato clutter junkie? Take this quiz now and again as you progress through your Clutter Control journey. Grab a pen...
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