Jul 3, 2017
More Fireworks Safety Tips
Some 40 per cent of the injuries caused by fireworks each year arise from the improper handling of firecrackers and sparklers, according to the National Council on Fireworks Safety (CPSC) so it isn’t only big and/or illegal fireworks that can cause harm. Never allow young children to ignite fireworks, the council says. Light fireworks on the […]
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Jun 23, 2017
Road Trip Tips: Keeping the Car Clean
If you’re taking a road trip this summer, Real Simple has a few tips to keep your ride clean. First, start with a clean car; if you wash and vacuum it ahead of the trip, it will set expectations for passengers. Have plenty of cleansing wipes and small bags on hand for in-car cleanup. Set […]
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Jun 22, 2017
Summer Vacation Organization
As personal organizer Helena Alkhas says, “summer vacations require planning and organization.” Make notes on what you want to do and who’s coming along, then pick and research a destination. Make a folder of important documents — reservations, maps, passports, etc. — as you collect them. Then, figure out what to wear; some locales will […]
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Jun 21, 2017
Smart Summer Packing
Traveling with children requires creativity in packing, says professional organizer Sylvia Daoust. It’s a challenge to have what you need when you need it and still economize on space, so make a packing list for your summer vacation ahead of time to avoid leaving something necessary behind or taking too much. Equipped with a list, […]
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Jun 20, 2017
Pack Light for Summer Travel
To ease and organize your summer vacation planning, says the Organized Home blog, pack light! Zipper bags will come in handy: Pack small items in them to organize your suitcases, or use them to pack each day’s outfits for a child. Deliberately underpack if you’re going on a leisure trip, since you’ll probably pick up a […]
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