Living Well Etc.

How I Save Money on Haircare Products As one who appears on television interviews and presents classes and workshops for my business, it is critically important to attend to my appearance with care.  Dark roots, split ends, flyaway, or just plain messy hair could distract from my message.   It could adversely affect my bottom line as well.   Unfortunately, haircare products can be pricy, especially an issue for a small business owner.  Consequently, I have found a way to save on hair care products significantly.  Follow along as I share what I've found. Not too dark, not too light, my hair color is perfect because I use coupons. As one who is near her seventh decade, gray is popping up all over.  Therefore, to even out my hair color, I am now married to the box—box of hair color, that is.  My relationship with the box saves me at least $60 my stylist would charge for once-a-month treatment.  Even though coloring my hair at home is much cheaper than salon treatments, I'

How to Spring Clean Ah, spring is in the air and I’m going stir crazy.  After long months of winter isolation with no fresh air, my house feels dusty and stale.  Consequently, I turn into a much older version of the Tasmanian Devil swirling around my house cleaning everything in my path.   At 60+, age definitely gives me an advantage in this spring-cleaning marathon.  I’ve tried just most products on the market and used almost every technique I’ve read about.  Hence, I clearly and without reservation state, “I’ve got this!”  Follow along as I share my tips for a squeaky-clean home in no time. Start at the top and work your way down. To clean fast and efficiently, I use dust collecting tools and a vacuum, working from the top to the bottom of my room.  Even for my 18’ high ceilings, I use a  telescoping pole , part of a kit, with a microfiber duster to clean cobwebs off the walls, ceilings and lights.    For fine chandeliers and hanging lights, I use a duster attachment on th