Streak-free

Loading and unloading the dishwasher is a routine task that is much better than washing and drying by hand. Thanks to a recent Rachael Ray episode I now know that my dishwasher can do more than scrub and sanitize plates and spoons. Check it out- you can clean baseball caps, makeup and hair curlers, fake flowers (my favorite tip), plastic toys and glass bulb light fixtures. A repairman also just taught me that a cup of diluted white vinegar on the top shelf will ensure your glassware comes out clear and streak free. I know this all might sound very 'chick,' but isn't that the point? Utilizing things she already has, meeting her in her kitchen, which is the hub of many households, and helping her clean before spring has even sprung is not only endearing but memorable stuff she'll talk to her friends about. Remember that Pantene commercial? She'll tell two friends, and they'll tell two friends and so on and so on and so on.....

She buzz words

• Ammonia
• Vinegar
• Baking Soda
• Swiffer

She could be working at a

• Costco
• Wal-Mart
• Target
• Macy's

Right now she could be

• Scheduling appointments for her boss
• Folding clothes
• Chopping onions
• Diapering a baby

She could be a

• Chemo nurse
• Nursery school teacher
• Web designer
• Cell phone salesperson

She vent

"Spa treatments are wonderful,too bad the follow up products as as pricy as the service itself"

She Food

TheStir.com reports so-called health foods make up a multibillion-dollar industry and they aren't as good for you as they seem. Ready the labels carefully on the following foods and proceed with caution:

• Granola bars and trail mix
• Pretzels
• Bran muffins
• Vitamin waters
• Yogurt
• Energy bars
• Multigrain products

She phone starters

What weekend task does she have absolutely no motivation for?

Will she let her middle school or high-school child attend an over-night party?

She Travel

Planning ahead to travel with children is smart. Here are some ways to hopefully help things go smoothly. Many times regular everyday rules must be put on hold.

1. Have treat surprises ready for times a melt-down could happen
2. Lean on technology; use all available electronics to help kids stay busy.

Cut yourself and the kids some slack.

Get creative; jumping jacks out of others way at an airport could help a pent up kid relax.

Find the joy in being a tourist and recognize all the area you are in has to offer.

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