Month: February 2021

Common House Cleaning Mistakes?

Cleaning the house has never been a fun thing for me. My sister loved to clean the house and boy she kept her house immaculate!But even the best of cleaners are probably making some mistakes when cleaning the house. Here are a list of things that many people overlook or don't do.Are you guilty of these? I admit I don't do half of these! It's a good lesson and I will begin to adapt my cleaning efforts to be more effective and safe.Be Well,Anisa Reusing Rags… Have multiple rags handy when you're cleaning your home and avoid reusing the same cloth to wipe down different surfaces. Using a fresh rag will help to contain bacteria and dirt and avoid the spread of germs. Choosing a Sunny Day for Washing the Windows… The warmth of the sunshine quickly evaporates window cleansers, and when the cleanser dries on the window, it can result in streaks. Save window duty for a dreary, overcast day. Plain and simple… you will NEVER use window cleaner againThe secret to streak free windows is easy with these magical cloths! Ignoring the Drains and Disposal… Remember to clean kitchen and bathroom sink drains regularly, and run and refresh...

7 Things Successful Retirees Do Differently

This past month I've worked remotely in Arizona surrounded by people aged 60 to 90. I'm testing the retirement waters!Everyone I spoke with are Snowbirds. They live here in Arizona just during the winter months.I was struck by how happy and healthy they are. Also to do this type of living they need to be financially secure.The question that came to my mind is, how do they do it? Here are habits, approaches and characteristics that can help put you on the track to success in retirement.Be Well,Anisa 1. They've Made End-Of-Life Plans… I learned this important lesson with my mother and when I was still in my early 50's did this. Did you know that only 32% of retirees have designated someone they trust as their medical power of attorney (or medical proxy) in case they can't make medical decisions for themselves? The rest of us are leaving our loved ones' hands tied when it comes to carrying out our wishes if we can't communicate. Likewise, just 30% of retirees have a living will (or advance directive) telling family and health care providers what end-of-life care they do and don't want. Fewer still — 28% — have assigned someone...

7 Things Organized People DON’T Do

Everyone wants to be more organized but most of the time we're just not sure what to do. It really isn't as hard or overwhelming as it seems. You just need a few minutes every day along with a few guiding principles to help you along.One of the things I learned many years ago was the word OHIO… yep like the state but what it means is Only, Handle, It, Once… makes you more efficient AND organized.Below are are some easy do's and don'ts for everyday organized living.Be Well,Anisa 1. Don't: Dump Your Mail… Don't dump your mail on the counter when you first walk in the door. It will continue to collect in piles and drive you nuts. Plus, keeping it unorganized also increases the odds that you'll miss something important. Instead: File and Review Mail by the DoorFind a helpful way to organize your important messages and keep track of things that need action. Try our handy organizer you can DIY to keep your mail from becoming a entryway eyesore. 2. Don't: Put Things Away Without a Plan… Try to avoid stuffing your drawers with random things like batteries, pencils, paper clips and other random bits. If you...