Tracking Down the Facts: Common Cleaning Myths Busted
We make New Years’ resolutions to be better people. You may have a spring time goal to shape up before summer. You have to save money before the holidays. As a group, humans seek to continuously improve, making resolutions and promises to make things better. While no cleaning company can control your dieting, exercising, shopping […]
Southwestern Quinoa Salad
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa 1 tablespoon butter 2 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper 1/2 cup diced red onion 1 cup corn 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 large tomato, diced 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, or to taste 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons […]
Tea… It Does a Body Good
The rates of type 2 diabetes are lower in countries where there is a high consumption of black tea according to a recent study. Researchers in Switzerland examined 50 countries and compared the amount of tea consumed to the rates of diabetes. The top three tea drinking countries were Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Turkey. […]
Etiquette in the Sky
Traveling by plane can be stressful. Not only can you expect delays, lost baggage, crowds, and uncomfortable seats, you may also be troubled by fellow passengers who are downright rude. Oftentimes, however, rude behavior is simply a misunderstanding. To help make things easier for you and those around you, keep these common points of etiquette […]
New Year’s Resolutions for Your Pet
It’s that time of year—time to make New Year’s resolutions. This year, consider some resolutions for your pet. Here are some ideas for a healthier and happier year for both of you. Switch to healthy snacks and keep snacks to less than ten percent of daily calorie intake. Keep your pet at a healthy weight […]
Quick Tips
Organizing Tip Instead of shoving piles of cloth placemats and napkins in a drawer, organize them in sets by using extra-large zipper-sealed bags. Place the set in the bag and use a marker to write how many of each are in the bag. The bags can then be stacked in a large drawer to keep […]
Will You be Happy with Your Carpet After it’s Cleaned?
While carpet cleaning may seem like a simple task, several factors come into play that can make a big difference in how your carpet looks after cleaning. When you choose a company who understands your carpet you will get better results. There are no Easy Answers Some of the most common questions people ask about […]
Luscious Eggnog
Ingredients: 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1/3 cup white sugar salt to taste 2 1/2 cups milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup rum (optional) 2 drops yellow food coloring (optional) 1 pinch ground nutmeg Directions: In a heavy saucepan, combine eggs, white sugar, […]
Sharing Your Table with Fido
Many pet owners think one of the nicer things they can do for their pets is to feed them human food, often scraps from their own table. This actually can pose a significant health risk to your pet, however. Experts recommend that dogs and cats should not eat any human food. There are some foods, […]
Home for the Holidays
Whether you are planning on hosting a crowd for your holiday get-together or you are anticipating a quiet holiday with family and friends, it is nice to have a clean and organized home for the holidays. Get a jump start on your pre-holiday housework and the task will seem more manageable. These tips will help […]