May 2, 2017
The Best Gift for Mom? A Clean Home
Many moms will want a big brunch, cards, jewelry and a bouquet of flowers on Mother’s Day. But some would rather have a little bit of quiet time or an hour of extra shut-eye than a big celebration. And a break from everyday chores is a gift that moms young and older will always appreciate. […]
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Apr 18, 2017
Make Your Garden Grow
Over the Easter holiday or spring break, you may have noticed that things have started to bloom. Trees are budding, and spring flowers are popping up from the ground. And now that the threat of a frost has finally passed for most locations in the United States, it’s time to plant a garden you can […]
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Apr 4, 2017
Crafting for a Festive Easter Feast
Easter is an important part of the Christian faith, and the holiday includes traditions that go beyond the church services. Whether you are religious or not, chances are that you and your family will take part in a big feast to mark the end of Lent, buy candy for the kids, color eggs and maybe […]
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Mar 21, 2017
Spring Is Here! It’s Time to Clean
Spring has finally sprung! Yesterday—in the Northern Hemisphere, at least—the vernal equinox marked the point at which day and night last roughly 12 hours each, and also the beginning of the growing season. But spring has a more universal meaning for most busy households in the United States. Not only is it time to […]
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Mar 7, 2017
Give Up Clutter for Good
Just a week ago, New Orleans revelers celebrated Mardi Gras, tossing some 25 million pounds of beads. The following day—Ash Wednesday—marked the beginning of Lent, the annual religious observance that asks Christians to engage in six weeks of penance or self-denial by giving something up. Whether or not you’re a regular churchgoer, there’s one way […]
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