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Hand-me-downs & Hand-me-ups
August 4, 2026 Note: I’m still a huge fan of handing things down & up. In the beginning of our parenting journey, we were on a very tight budget. The generosity of others was very impactful. I will forever be grateful for the many people who showered us with gifts and grace as we established our home and our family. Now, 13 years later, I greatly enjoy being able to hand things down to families that can continue to appreciate them. Even more enjoyable is seeing my children’s giving hearts. The original post was as follows: My husband and I have often discussed the fact that it seems “normal” for…
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Household Help: Cleaning Dryer Lint Catcher
Did you know that it’s a good idea to clean out your dryer lint catcher on a regular basis? Yeah, it is. NO, I don’t mean rub off the lint and put it back. There is more, you ask? YES!!! I noticed that my dryer has been getting a little hotter than it should. Actually, it’s always been an issue. Even the repairman a while back said he thought something was amiss… but he couldn’t figure it out. Comforting, right? Anyway… I make a habit of cleaning up the lint tray and even vacuuming down as far as I can in the space where it goes. I had seen a…
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Household Helpers: Stripping Cloth Diapers & De-stinking
I LOVE LOVE LOVE my cloth diapers! So far, all we have in our house are Kissaluvs Marvels and Pocket Trainers. Aren’t they gorgeous? The thing about cloth diapers is… they change… The super soft fleece insides pill up, and for good reason. The pilling actually wicks the moisture away from the kiddos and towards the microfiber stuffers. Unfortunately, with most detergents, buildup occurs on the fabric, which prevents it from doing it’s job. I’m not kidding… from what I’ve read, it can get to the point where the fleece is waterproof… and the diapers just flat out leak!! I also learned something about microfiber. They are incredibly absorbant, which is why they work…
