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Grout Cleaning Formula That Works – We Hope

Jim Weaver — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:00:30 +0000

I don’t know about you, but I think I have tried just about everything to clean the tile grout in my shower at one time or another, nothing in a bottle you can buy at the store seems to work at all so far!A friend of mine posted this recipe for a grout cleaning solution [...]

Valentine's Day: Every Rose Has a Meaning

Mimi — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 14:07:54 +0000

Every rose sends a different message. The color you choose can make a big difference. Mixing colors doesn’t get you off the hook of their meaning either. A mixture of certain colors also sends a specific message. Ask your florist for assistance but if you insist on going it alone, read on for colors and [...]

Beautiful Daisies Bloom Just Before Big Frost

Mimi — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 19:02:29 +0000

These beautiful daisies bloomed only once this year and it was right before the big frost. These flowers came from my mom’s funeral service in 2010. I have managed to keep them alive and well but that almost wasn’t the case. A grasshopper tried to do them in this Spring so I didn’t get an [...]

New Sneaky Tactics For Robbing Your House

Wes Spicher — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 23:11:50 +0000

Be careful if you see a for sale sign in your yard and you have no idea why it’s there.If you find a random “For Sale” sign in your yard, and your house isn’t for sale, robbers may be casing your home to see if you’re in town. If you don’t take down the sign [...]

Natural Repellents to Keep Mosquitoes Away

Mimi — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 16:00:56 +0000

Unfortunately, citronella candles and bug spray can be smelly and packed with harmful chemicals. I hate feeling sticky from the sprays or breathing in the smoke from candles so here are some natural alternatives to keep the mosquitoes away. Herbs Basil, lemongrass and rosemary repels mosquitos. Grow an herb garden or throw some rosemary [...]

10 Ways to Clean With Hydrogen Peroxide

Mimi — Wed, 30 May 2012 14:26:24 +0000

Hydrogen peroxide is a non-toxic cleaner and can be used for many areas of your home.

Gather some baking soda, vinegar, castile soap (olive oil based soap) and hydrogen peroxide then hit the dirt.

Wasp Season is Here – How Can I Keep Them Away?

Mimi — Fri, 18 May 2012 19:00:23 +0000

I am allergic to their stings. I am afraid of their buzz. I hate being chased by them so how can I keep wasps away from my house and property? There has to be a way…a flower, a bush, a spray or something that will make my yard unappealing to these darn stinging wasps. Do [...]

What's Happening in Texarkana: Movies in the Park, Dog Adoptions and Shopping

Mimi — Thu, 03 May 2012 10:52:02 +0000

From pet adoptions to festivals, there is something for everyone in Texarkana this weekend. Local Events This Weekend: Thursday, May 3: Movies in the Park at Spring Lake Park Thursday at 8PM. Dolphin Tale. Admission is free! Bring your lawn chair or blanket. Concessions will be available. You can bring your own food but no [...]

Things We Should Do Less of at Home

Mimi — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 13:42:58 +0000

Home is where the heart is. It is also where we are supposed to get sanctuary, rest, relaxation and rejuvenate for the next day. Home is the place where we spend time with our families. It should be comfortable and easy to spend time at home. According to a story on Uncoached.com, since we spend so much time in our homes, it's easy to get into habits and patterns of behavior that aren't the healthiest.

Here's a rundown of some things most of us should be doing less of when we're at home and why we should be doing less at home.

What is this Pretty Flower?

Mimi — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:00:36 +0000

What is this pretty flower? It looks like something that would grow in a tropical climate but it is growing in my yard. It is on top of a pile of dirt that I had hauled in a couple of years ago. Check out the fruit that is also growing on this vine. What do [...]