Create cleaning and organizing habits and maintain them as best you can. A long-held belief is that it takes 21 days to create a habit. More recently, the University College London has conducted research that reveals it “takes an average of 66 days to create a habit.”
Download the 52 week challenge list for free (pdf) It’s never too late to get started with this 52-week organizing and cleaning challenge! Having a plan is a great first step to having a clean, organized home.
Today I wanted to make chili. Not just regular chili, but Turkey chili! And I don’t mean ground turkey, I mean the real deal, left over Thanksgiving turkey that I froze. Mmm, I knew I’d put it to good use! As I was making the chili, I looked out the kitchen window to see 25…
Let me help you save money! There are many money-saving apps out there! So many. Which ones are worth your time? The app from your grocery store; both Hannaford and Shaws have rewards apps. I use the rebate app called iBotta every week which you can use at hundreds of stores. Other apps that I…
Looking for something to read? I couldn’t put this book down: “The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America,” by Erik Larson. There are two stories going on at the same time: one is the designing and building of the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago (and architect…
Easy Cheesecake, because we really just wanted to try different flavors of whipped cream on a plain cheesecake. This cheesecake was made from a boxed kit and took about five minutes! But the flavor was very good. Not as cheese-y as homemade, but it will do for our whipped cream taste-test. Kitchen and Housewares We…
These are some of my favorite local charities that need help all year round, but especially at the holidays and during the winter months when resources are scarce for many in our community. I’ve donated coats to Trinity Jubilee Center and they were very appreciative. When I was in high school I created and printed…
I love this time of year! Getting together with family and friends, focusing on what’s important, finding the perfect gift, cooking up favorites, decorating, and watching holiday movies. Oh, and hot chocolate and cookies, too. Have you been asked to a holiday party? I’m excited to be able to share a free downloadable game to…
Are you planning a vacation for you and your family? A weekend get away with your friends? May I suggest Vegas?! If you haven’t been, don’t judge just yet. The first time I went, I was so nervous, I didn’t really know what to expect other than what you see on tv and in movies….
To make this lasagna recipe healthier, I’ve kept sodium and fats in check, and included nutrient-dense ingredients that are easier on the digestive system. This recipe reduces fat, sodium, and excess dairy, while still offering great flavor. Always check with a healthcare provider to ensure the dietary changes are suitable for your specific health needs….
