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It is finally Spring in Toronto (garden time) and the snow has finally all melted and what do I notice in the back of my backyard? 5 pieces of lumber that were left over from our deck project last summer. These pieces were too warped or cracked to be put in the deck but I had another idea, an idea…

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DIY Laundry Soap-How I Make 333 Loads of Laundry Soap for around $30

PTPAApril 17, 2014

One of the biggest expenses that I have had as a mother was laundry soap. I must admit I love it when my laundry smells great and I used to free pour my detergent into the washer. That was before my I had my third child and went on maternity leave. With three kids (two of which have uniforms at…

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7 Laundry Tips–Making it a Routine Keeps your Family Organized

PTPAMarch 3, 2014

Working with a routine is a girl’s best friend… wait, that didn’t sound right… what I meant was that if you create routines, you may find that it is easier to create a system that works for you and your family. In addition, creating a laundry routine can help your family get organized. This particular laundry routine, that your…

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Top Tip for Removing Scratches from your Favorite Dishes

PTPAJanuary 12, 2014

To know me is to know that I am the least domesticated person out there. Yup, Sharon and domesticity do not go hand in hand. But, I do love my home to look clean and pretty and when I have guests, of course I strive to make the best presentation possible. This has become difficult as of late because my…

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Spring Cleaning Tips from the Most Organized Man in America

PTPAMarch 25, 2013

Spring is officially here! When it comes to getting organized, Spring Cleaning is only second to New Year’s Resolutions as a source of excitement and anxiety for homeowners everywhere. Before it gets too warm, now is the perfect time for a deep cleaning before you’ll be spending the bulk of your time outside. Here are my suggestions to make the…

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Fall Cleaning: Conquering the Clutter

PTPAOctober 24, 2012

I know most people do “spring cleaning”, but when the snow is melting, and the tulips are sprouting, I just want to be outside. I figure, spring cleaning can wait until fall. So now that the days are getting shorter, and the cool air stings my lungs, I am in full-on fall cleaning mode. The clutter in my house is…

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Getting Rid of Fruit Flies Naturally

PTPAOctober 8, 2012

Fruit flies. They are my nemesis. Just when I think they are gone, just like that they reappear with no warning at all. It really is an endless cycle. A battle I have come to accept and may never win. Our kitchen is filled with bananas, and since it is apple season, apples of course. I guess these little creatures love…

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Advice from the Blogaholics: Spring Cleaning

PTPAApril 5, 2011

We’re just a few days into spring, which means it’s the perfect time to get all that spring cleaning underway. Time to tackle all the clutter, dirt and grime that accumulates during the cold winter months and get your house ready for the sun that will soon be heading our way. The Blogaholics have some great tips to get your…

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