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Have you ever heard of Vitacost? Last year, about this time, I heard about Vitacost from a friend. I said, oh that is ok, I just grab my vitamins from the farmer's market store. RIGHT! She told me that Vitacost was more than vitamins, she loved getting discounted Burt's Bees items from them. So, I checked them out. And one year later, here I am, still buying from Vitacost. About Vitacost Best prices - no, really! If you’re tired of deciding between a good bargain and a good … [Read more...]
**I received a Reveal Spray Mop from Rubbermaid in order to facilitate this review. This however did not influence my thoughts and the below article belongs to Farmer's Wife Rambles.** Cleaning is not exactly the most fun thing I can think of, but it has to be done. One of the worst things for me is probably mopping, which means lots of water changes, and dirt streaks from your dirty mop. I really can't stand it, it's almost like I wasted my time cleaning, because mopping … [Read more...]
Keeping a clean house is tough to do. For just about anyone. I know some are fanatics and find it easy but I STRUGGLE! I hate cleaning my house but love the look of a clean house. I love to be five minutes away from company ready as well. I try to do a five minute cleaning up several times a day. If I can break it into five minute chunks I am more likely to actually get it done. Let's face it anyone with kids knows that your cleaning while they are destroying. Knowing I only … [Read more...]
Most of us know that our indoor air is dirty. We filter our water and try to filter our air, but have you ever thought of going completely natural? Back to the basics. Himalayan Salt Lamps are just that. They are blocks of NATURAL Himalayan Salt. These lamps are made of natural crystal salt mined from underground salt mines in the foothills of the Himalayan Mountains The beautiful orange-reddish Himalayan crystal salt is mounted on a wooden base This crystal salt is hundreds of … [Read more...]
Is your whole house decorated for the holidays? Or maybe you like to just put out a few things that remind you of the holidays? Don't forget about the bathroom. Dial has just released their holiday soap line. You can find their holiday soaps in 4 festive containers: Candy Cane Swirl Snowman Christmas Tree Santa These are the same Dial soaps you have come to love, but with a new package that is perfect for the holidays. I received the above pictured Dial … [Read more...]
We have all heard of the powers of Oxi when added to our laundry wash cycle. Well, now you don't need to do a separate step. Just use Purex Plus Oxi and Zout. One step to get triple action stain removal. The most powerful Purex detergent available. Purex® plus Oxi is so powerful, it works against over 101 different stains! The three stain-fighting enzymes in Purex plus Oxi each work against different types of stains for the most Purex stain-fighting power you can get. You can … [Read more...]
As a freelance writer in the health niche and a proud wife and mother of four, I've recently researched, written and developed a real interest in eco-friendly home cleaning products. The use of eco-friendly home cleaning products helps safeguard the health of my family, save us money and preserve our precious environment. These cleaning solutions are free of toxins and hazardous materials, making them safe and well-suited for home use or around children and pets (we have a puppy!). They do not … [Read more...]
Cleaners can be expensive and some are not good for your appliances depending on the kind you have. On our glass top they recommend very few cleaners because of the damage that they can cause and the scratch potential. So I went on the search for a very basic and easy homemade stove top cleaner. I had used this recipe in the past but now I am using this recipe consistently. Works well on stuck on stains as well without scratching your enamel off. … [Read more...]
Coulter is potty trained but that doesn't mean he is hand washing trained. I hear a few chuckles coming from other moms right now who understand what I am talking about. I love when I put a new bottle of soap in the bathroom and the next day he is telling me it's empty. What do you mean it's empty?! I am sure we can all imagine the grumbling that is taking place under my breath right now.A couple months ago I thought I had scored when I happened upon the Lysol No-Touch … [Read more...]
A well known and well trusted brand in the cleaning department is Scotch-Brite. I know that I currently have several of their sponges sitting under my sink waiting to take the place of an old one. They are good quality and have a variety of uses. For some it's what they use to wipe their counters, clean bathrooms and showers, craft needs even and I have even been known to take one to my floor (darn crayons!). The versatility of sponges and the ability to throw them in the … [Read more...]
