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Thanks for visiting my "About Me" page! My name is Janet and I live in Florida with my two fabulous kids. I am an elementary school teacher and former homeschooler. I have a Bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Central Florida with a

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Home & Garden > Cleaning Clothing Tips for saving money on laundry day: 1 of 27

With just about everyone pinching pennies these days, it's important to find ways to stretch your household budget. One of the best places to do this is in the laundry room. A great deal of water and electricity goes into washing the family's clothes, but you can save quite a bit of money by making a few simple changes. COLD...
Home & Garden > Household Cleaning Tips for cleaning your refrigerator: 1 of 16

There isn't a job I hate more than cleaning out the refrigerator and I bet it's not on your list of favorite ways to spend the day either. However, unless food poisoning or a smelly kitchen is your goal, this is a job that must be done. There are a few ways to make it easier though. PREPARATION Before cleaning the fridge, yo...
Style & Beauty > Vintage & Bargain Clothing A woman's guide to online thrift shopping: 2 of 31

Last week while perusing the Sunday paper, I came across an ad for Macy's big clearance sale. "Take an additional 20% off clearance prices! This weekend only!" it said. A year or so ago, I would've rushed right out to the mall to snap up some of those clearance-priced bargains. Why not now? Simple... I've discovered the worl...
Style & Beauty > Face Care Complexion 101: How to achieve flawless skin: 1 of 11

Each day we are bombarded with images of flawless beauty in magazines and on television. Store shelves are overflowing with products promising perfect skin and a more youthful appearance. Even cosmetic surgery has become a common route in our quest for perfection. Beauty is a booming industry and American women spend million...
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories Guide to baby cribs: 1 of 10

Diapers and bottles, car seats and bibs. There is so much to think about before bringing your new baby home. One of the biggest considerations is what kind of crib to buy. Babies spend much of their time sleeping, so you'll want to choose a crib that is both comfortable and safe. There are several different types to choose f...
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles Celebrity hairstyles: How to make their looks your own: 1 of 7

How many times have you perused the pages of a fashion magazine looking for the perfect hairstyle? Almost every woman has done it and for good reason... celebrities have great hair! But what's the common woman to do? Can we possibly look as good as someone with a full-time stylist and enough money to buy all the best hair pr...
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles Wavy hairstyle tips: 1 of 7

We've all known women who complain about their gorgeous, curly locks or their straight, flowing manes. It seems that no matter what hair type we're blessed with, we want what everyone else has. For the lucky women with naturally wavy tresses, changing your style is as easy as finding the right products and tools. Wavy hair c...
Style & Beauty > Face Care Avon product recommendations for 2008: 1 of 7

Since its humble beginnings in 1886, Avon has been striving to make beauty products both affordable and accessible to all women. Over the years, the company has become a powerhouse in the cosmetics industry by responding to the trends and changing needs of today's women. This year marks Avon's 120th anniversary and more than...
Hobbies & Games > Crafts (Other) Creating family heirlooms: 2 of 12

Some of my favorite possessions are items that have been passed down from other family members. Heirlooms create a special connection to the past and give us a piece of our families that we might not otherwise know. Even if you have no family heirlooms of your own, you can start now by creating one for future generations tha...
Health & Fitness > Hypertension & High Cholest Symptoms and treatment of high and low blood pressure: 1 of 6

With heart disease as the leading cause of death in the United States, it's no wonder so many Americans are concerned about their blood pressure. This magical number can tell doctors a lot about the health of your circulatory system and your lifestyle. But what exactly does it mean? Your blood pressure consists of two parts:...