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Expectations
We all have expectations. Planning is part of survival. We plan out so much of life. There is the matter of where food and shelter and our basic needs will be met, and there are other things like social events and education and our responsibilities. Some days, I wrestle with my expectations of what I “should” be accomplishing, as plans are ever changing. It is nice to know what to expect. It gives us a sense of security, however false it may be, and helps us let our guard down. My family is in another season of “Expecting.” We recently found out that I am pregnant and the emotional roller…
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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…
