"Housecleaning with a Sense of Humor!"
Issue #16
February 23, 2006
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Contents:
- A Note from Christina (The Original Happy Slob)
- Get YOUR Copy
- 3-Steps is All It Takes
- Readers Questions
- Happy Slob Helpers - Another Plant Suggestion & Scuff Remover
- Cleaning Recipes of the Week
- Testimonials
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A NOTE FROM CHRISTINA
Contact Christina at christina@happyslob.com
with ideas, tips, lovely remarks or anything
else you'd like to share!
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Hi everyone,
A big, warm welcome to the 97 new members who have joined the newsletter over the past week! :) It's great to have you here, and I hope you'll love the Happy Slob Gazette.
And I wanted to thank all of you who participated in the ebook giveaway by telling your friends about this newsletter. So far 2 Happy Slob readers have earned a free book. Want a free book too, and know you can get 5 pals to join our free newsletter? Then just email me at christina @ happyslob.com and I'll send you an email to send out to them.
Hope you have a great week, all!
Christina
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GET YOUR COPY!
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Condo Cleaning Business
Handy article on how to start a condo cleaning business. Hey, now that you know the handiest, easiest cleaning techniques, you might as well make a little moolah, right? Condo Cleaning Business Ideas
Oven Cleaning Business
Or, how about starting an oven cleaning business? This popular niche business is already hot in the UK - why not make it work where YOU live? Oven Cleaning Business Info
Make Your Cleaning Kit
A cleaning kit is a hugely important aspect of Happy Slob cleaning. Learn how easy it is to create yours! Make A Cleaning Kit
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3 STEPS IS ALL IT TAKES!
Housecleaning in only 3 steps
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Remember, easy, stress-free cleaning starts with the Happy Slob's
3-Step Solution:
1. 2 fast cleaning bursts every day - budget the time you can spend -
anywhere from 5-20 minutes or more. Set it on the timer. Tidy up
as much as you can - focusing your attention on IMPACT areas (those
areas that are seen the most and used the most in your home. Kitchens,
bathrooms, and living areas are often impact areas.)
2. 1 Focus Room every day - A minimum of 10 minutes in one specific
room or area. I like to add storage areas to my focus room list
so that those nasty areas also get cleaned! (This is when I
do some de-cluttering - just one small section in the focus room.)
3. One weekly Clean-for-All - You and the family get down to
cleaning business once a week. This is where you get some of those
other cleaning tasks done. But don't worry if you can't get
everything done. Over time, and with the accumulation of your
good efforts you WILL!
These basic guidelines will help you keep your home cleaner and tidier
than ever before. It's simple, it's not intimidating and it works!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ READERS QUESTIONS
If you guys have some answers to these questions, please
send them in to me at christina @ happyslob.com. :) Either
myself or one of our readers will surely be able to help...
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Dryer Lint/Film
Sharon asked:
"Got an e-mail the other day about dryer sheets causing a film on the lint trap of the dryer. Supposedly, this causes the dryer to work harder and use more energy. The solution is to wash the lint trap with soap and water every 3 mo or so. Do any of your other readers know if this is true? My dryer is only about a month old, so no film on my lint trap."
LOOKING FOR A NATURAL DRAIN CLEANER
Karen asked:
"Would someone be able to provide me with the formula for a natural drain declogger? I have seen them many, many times and made a mental note to remember (yeah right! You know how long that lasts!). This time I will print it out. My husband INSISTS on buying the chemical products, which I absolutely abhor. Yes, they are effective, but I cringe thinking about how harmful it is to us and to the environment. I have told him that there is a natural alternative, but can't remember the "recipe". Thanks so much!"
ANSWER:
Hi Karen,
I definitely have some help for you! I've posted some great natural drain cleaning solutions that even your husband will be impressed with. :) Let us know which one works the best for you!
Another plant suggestion for Plant Killers!
Jane writes:
I've been told I shouldn't have houseplants; it is just to cruel. Then I found Pothos. I haven't killed one yet. I've been growing them for 11 years now. I love Bonsai, but I killed every one I ever owned. Some of them were 40 years old before I got a hold of them.
And...Another Scuff Mark Remover
Angel says:
"After reading the tip from Teri, I thought I'd write and tell you what I use. I use plain (cheapo) toothpaste. Okay, you have to bend down instead of a pole, but it works even for the black marks from rubber soles."
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CLEANING RECIPES OF THE WEEK
I'd LOVE to hear from you if you have a natural
cleaning recipe to share! Send it to me at christina @
happyslob.com
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10 Cleaning & Household Uses for Newspaper
Who knew that this common stuff could be so handy?? And yes, I know this isn't a real recipe -- more just handy hints, really! Newspaper Uses Lavender Dish Soap
Guilty as charged! I AM addicted to lovely lavender. :) You will be too when you try this simple, luscious smelling dish soap. Your dishes will LOVE you! (If dishes can love... Lavender Dishwashing Liquid
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TESTIMONIALS & THANKS
Don't keep those sentiments to yourself -
send them to me at christina@happyslob.com
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Loves the Site!
Amy wrote:
"Hi Christina,
Great site! I even sent it to my daughter who hates housework.
Very easy to navigate and super info."
Melinda wrote:
"I LOVE your site, I have never seen it before and have
definately added to "my fav's list". Keep up the excellant
work, it very entertaining but yet informative."
