Tag Archives: chores
Decluttering When You Have Kids
Q : I’ve decluttered so much already, but there’s always stuff everywhere, and there’s not much else I can get rid of. Should I organize better or get the kids to help? A: We have to recognize the difference between clutter and … Continue reading
Green Clean: Sponge Edition
Ditch your sponge for good. Your kitchen sponge is one of the dirtiest items in your house. The rule of thumb is to replace the germ sack once a week but do one better and switch to a silicone or machine-washable option. Cleaner and eco-friendly? We … Continue reading
Squeaky Clean
“Looking for a quick and easy way to clean your blinds? Use a damp microfiber cloth with Dawn dish soap and kitchen tongs. Just wrap the cloth around the end of the kitchen tongs, tie it with a rubber band … Continue reading
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Family Contributions
To make chores seem like not such a…well, chore, stop calling them that. Instead, they become “family contributions.” Teach your 2-year-old to collect dirty clothes into a basket. Have your 7-year-old water the plants. Give older kids first picks from … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 