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It seems logical, and it is:  all masks aren’t created equal. An ideal mask blocks both large respiratory droplets (from sneezing and coughing) and smaller aerosols (from exhaling and talking).  Here are two simple tests to see if your mask offers at least some protection.  Hold your mask up to a bright light. If you can…

Our lives have become saturated with ‘busy’. It’s hard to find time to even cook a healthy meal on a regular basis, let alone once a week. Fast food is quick and convenient, but not always the best choice. Whether you are working late, stuck in traffic, or picking up the kids from their after…

Not home because you are at the office? Going on a business trip? Heading out on vacation? Here are some tips that will make it more likely that your home is secure when you are away. Face it- most residential burglars are not rocket scientists. Their biggest fears are doubt and uncertainty. Is anyone home?…

It is said that a dog is man’s best friend, and it’s clearly true. Our pets are obviously loved and cherished. What other friend- best or otherwise- would you allow to stink up your house and track dirt everywhere? While our critters truly become members of the family, maintaining a clean home in their presence is tedious and time-consuming.   You don’t have to…

‘Tis the season for the sniffles.  With cooler weather comes a variety of illnesses that may make their way into your home. Whether a common cold or the nasty flu, you may find yourself wondering if you’re doing all you can do to stop germs from spreading through your family or lingering in your living space. As you disinfect…

Self-care is taking care of your physical and mental health; making you a priority. And while you may ask yourself, “Don’t I already do that?” You probably don’t. We’re so consumed by daily stress that most of us probably don’t recognize just how little care we give ourselves. According to Psychology Today, self-care starts by knowing your limits,…

A home’s appearance can make all the difference when it comes to how fast a property sells. If you do a thorough and careful job, you will see a payoff in your efforts. Here are some tips for prepping your home before putting it on the market.  Clean The Exterior When it comes to first…

Surprises are great – receiving a bouquet of flowers at work or being treated to lunch but there are some surprises that come with unwanted stress and anxiety. Take this example, your best friend from out of state calls to let you know she’s in town for the night (yay!) and then asks to stay in your guest room (uh oh). Of course, you say…

Flowers, candy, jewelry, bath products, a fluffy robe – these are all great (but predictable) Mother’s Day gift ideas. They are so common, the mothers in your life have probably already received them numerous times. And, let’s ask ourselves, is this what mom really wants? Even if you just stick to traditional holidays – birthdays, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, anniversaries –…

Even if your new home looks clean, there could still be some hidden places harboring dirt, grime and germs. Since there’s no better time to clean a house than before you move in, it pays to inspect every nook and cranny when you’re doing your move-in house cleaning. There seems to always be a few extra…