With all the fancy new products on the market designedto make yourhousework easier comesa high price that dear Mother Earth has to pay.Most cleaning products contain toxic ingredients thatnot only pollute thesoil and underground streams when dumped outside; theyalso get into theair. The toxic fumes and residue left over fromhousehold cleaners can bedangerous or deadly to small children and pets. Hereare some greenalternatives to those toxic, not to mention expensive,household cleaningproducts, but be forewarned, the main ingredient isELBOW
GREASE!WINDOW AND GLASS CLEANER:The way grandma used to do it! Newspaper,vinegar and, of course, elbow grease!
ALL PURPOSE CLEANER:1/2 cup ammonia + 1/3 cup washing soda + 1 gallon warmwater You can usethis on just about everything and it deodorizes so getrid of the Lysol!
DISINFECTANT:Speaking of Lysol, green cleaning products, especiallyplain old soap,disinfect just fine. Store bought cans of disinfectantcontains many harmfulingredients and are much more expensive.
DESCALER:1 Part Vinegar to 1 Part Water Use in coffee machine,kettle, or iron.Pour into reservoir and let stand 30 minutes.
TUB AND TILE CLEANER:Baking soda and a damp cloth will clean your tub andtiles. You may need touse a brush to get into the grout (here's where theelbow grease comes in)but this will do the job without harming theenvironment.
TOILET BOWL CLEANER:Mix borax and lemon juice into a paste. Wet the sidesof the toilet bowl,rub and let stand for a few hours for heavy stains.Scrub off and flush!
DRAIN OPENER:If the plunger doesn't work try this: 250ml bakingsoda, 250ml salt, 125mlwhite vinegar and a pot of boiling water. Pour thesoda, salt and vinegardown the drain and leave for 15-20 minutes. Pour inthe boiling water.
GREEN CLEANING SUPPLY LIST:(You will find that these are FAR less expensive thanthe toxic name-brandvariety.)
VINEGAR:Helps to remove stains, wax buildup and mildew. Use toclean windows,fireplaces, grout, paintbrushes, glass and coffeepots.
PURE SOAP:Cleans almost anything.
BAKING SODA:Helps to clean and deodorize, can use as a scouringagent, polisher, stainremoval and fabric softener. Use to clean yourplastic, vinyl, carpet,silver, stainless steel, drains and works great in thefridge to eliminatefood odors.
BORAX:Helps to clean and deodorize. Use on wallpaper,painted walls and floors.Use it with your detergents to remove stains, andboost the cleaning power.
WASHING SODA:Helps to clean clothing and soften the water. Use itin a well-ventilatedarea, wear gloves. Washing soda is mildly toxic.I use washing soda in the tub to remove soap scum,works great!
AMMONIA:Strong Stuff! Use it to clean carpet, linoleum, mostappliances, copper andenamel. WARNING! Never mix ammonia with bleach; itwill create a poisonousgas. Always use in a well-ventilated area!
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Monday, February 18, 2008
New Poetry Blog
I started a new poetry blog, if anyone is interested in my weird poetry! LOl!
http://www.lyricalpolarity.blogspot.com
Amy :)
http://www.lyricalpolarity.blogspot.com
Amy :)
FREEBIES!!!!
A list of Freebies!
FREEBIES**OPEN NOW** HURRY THEY DONT STAY OPEN LONG...Free Sample Pack Of Hendrickson' s Original Sweet Vinegar & Olive Oil (NOTE: They Give Out So Many Per Day)Keep Checking If They Are Out.....http://tinyurl. com/mn87wFree NEW Pet Greens Treat(Not The Same As Greenies)http://tinyurl. com/2fu84w20 Free Issues of Country Home Magazinehttp://tinyurl. com/2qoqtgFree Sample of Handmade Soaps & Lotions(E-Mail Request)http://tinyurl. com/2sv78lFree Girl Stuff Sample Pack(Includes Samples from Always & Tampaxhttp://tinyurl. com/youvduFree Sample Of Gas-X Thin Stripshttp://tinyurl. com/26g7ajRegister For Free Samples Of Cetaphil Skincarehttp://tinyurl. com/2hsyy9Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine Lots of Healthy Recipes Herehttp://tinyurl. com/mo8xjFree Sample Of Diaper Baggies(SASE)http://tinyurl. com/2ayfn5Free Sample Of "Covet" Fragrance By Sarah Jessica Parkerhttp://tinyurl. com/294qqeFree $5.00 Coupon For IAMS Digestive Care Cat Food(Coupon Comes In The Mail)http://tinyurl. com/ytd6rfFree "Acres" Organic Farming Sample Copy and Cataloghttp://tinyurl. com/2enehoSAND SCRIPSFree Cookbook ExchangeSimply send us a cookbook from your region andwe will be very happy to send you a free Sand Scripts' cookbook in returnhttp://tinyurl. com/2j7r6u************ ********* ********* ********* *SWEEPSWin A $50 Walmart Gift Card(Register Once & Be Eligible For Monthly Drawing)http://tinyurl. com/39ry3hWin A Kailo Chic Laptop Sleeve Damask.(Daily Entry) Contest Ends 3/11/08 **There Will Be 10 Winners**http://tinyurl. com/3xwo8oWin A Prize from Rhode Island Monthly(Monthly Entry, Monthly Winner) **Prizes Change**http://tinyurl. com/2t48e2Win An Ames True Temper Garden Package The kit includes a sturdy wheelbarrow, heavy-duty hose,a variety of shovels and shears, plus many more accessories and extras.(Daily Entry) Contest Ends 3/12/08 **There Will Be 15 Winners**http://tinyurl. com/2xsfc2Win A Book From Thea Devine (Monthly Entry, Monthly Winner)http://tinyurl. com/2x6j6q
FREEBIES**OPEN NOW** HURRY THEY DONT STAY OPEN LONG...Free Sample Pack Of Hendrickson' s Original Sweet Vinegar & Olive Oil (NOTE: They Give Out So Many Per Day)Keep Checking If They Are Out.....http://tinyurl. com/mn87wFree NEW Pet Greens Treat(Not The Same As Greenies)http://tinyurl. com/2fu84w20 Free Issues of Country Home Magazinehttp://tinyurl. com/2qoqtgFree Sample of Handmade Soaps & Lotions(E-Mail Request)http://tinyurl. com/2sv78lFree Girl Stuff Sample Pack(Includes Samples from Always & Tampaxhttp://tinyurl. com/youvduFree Sample Of Gas-X Thin Stripshttp://tinyurl. com/26g7ajRegister For Free Samples Of Cetaphil Skincarehttp://tinyurl. com/2hsyy9Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine Lots of Healthy Recipes Herehttp://tinyurl. com/mo8xjFree Sample Of Diaper Baggies(SASE)http://tinyurl. com/2ayfn5Free Sample Of "Covet" Fragrance By Sarah Jessica Parkerhttp://tinyurl. com/294qqeFree $5.00 Coupon For IAMS Digestive Care Cat Food(Coupon Comes In The Mail)http://tinyurl. com/ytd6rfFree "Acres" Organic Farming Sample Copy and Cataloghttp://tinyurl. com/2enehoSAND SCRIPSFree Cookbook ExchangeSimply send us a cookbook from your region andwe will be very happy to send you a free Sand Scripts' cookbook in returnhttp://tinyurl. com/2j7r6u************ ********* ********* ********* *SWEEPSWin A $50 Walmart Gift Card(Register Once & Be Eligible For Monthly Drawing)http://tinyurl. com/39ry3hWin A Kailo Chic Laptop Sleeve Damask.(Daily Entry) Contest Ends 3/11/08 **There Will Be 10 Winners**http://tinyurl. com/3xwo8oWin A Prize from Rhode Island Monthly(Monthly Entry, Monthly Winner) **Prizes Change**http://tinyurl. com/2t48e2Win An Ames True Temper Garden Package The kit includes a sturdy wheelbarrow, heavy-duty hose,a variety of shovels and shears, plus many more accessories and extras.(Daily Entry) Contest Ends 3/12/08 **There Will Be 15 Winners**http://tinyurl. com/2xsfc2Win A Book From Thea Devine (Monthly Entry, Monthly Winner)http://tinyurl. com/2x6j6q
I hate painting!
I painted my boys room this morning and afternoon and I am so glad it is done! I hate doing painting but I had to get it done. I couldn't stand all the crayon, markers, pen, paint, and who knows what else marks that were on the wall. My boys are really destructive, I don't even have their beds on frames because they jump on the beds and break those! Now they broke the box spring on their bed! Geez! They eventually break everything, but I quess that is how boys are!
My hands are so sore and my neck and shoulders are killing me. I got it done in 4 hours, yeah, not the best job, but good enough! At least the walls are clean looking.
Now I gotta go make dinner.
Amy
My hands are so sore and my neck and shoulders are killing me. I got it done in 4 hours, yeah, not the best job, but good enough! At least the walls are clean looking.
Now I gotta go make dinner.
Amy
I have a new niece!
Yeah! Congratulations to my sister and brother in law Jon! They have a brand new beautiful baby girl! I have a new niece! They haven't named her yet, I can't wait to find out what her name will be. I am so happy for them and I can't wait to see pictures! I bet she is just tooo cute! She wast born , I think around 1:15 p.m, my sister said, Feb. 18th. A presiden't day baby. Maybe she will have a future in politics, LOL! I am so happy that everything went well and glad to have a new niece to the family. I hope I can get out to visit them before she turns 18! LOl!
I love you guys! Congratulations!
Love, Amy and family
I love you guys! Congratulations!
Love, Amy and family
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Family Watchdog Website!
Every family should check this website regularly. It is a website that lets you know if convicted sex offenders are around your neighborhood.
http://www.familywatchdog.us/
I found out that within 1/2 mile of my sons' school, there is 9 registered offenders. That is too close and scary! I also found out that about one to two blocks away, we have a convicted rapist living so close to us! It is good to know that they have these websites to let us know.
Amy
http://www.familywatchdog.us/
I found out that within 1/2 mile of my sons' school, there is 9 registered offenders. That is too close and scary! I also found out that about one to two blocks away, we have a convicted rapist living so close to us! It is good to know that they have these websites to let us know.
Amy
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