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May 2013
Smart Packing Tips for Summer Travel
With the long weekend coming up, we thought we’d share some tips for packing smart (and light) for your summer trips. Do your homework! Find out what will be available where you are staying – think hair dryer, beach towels, bath robes – bulky items that would be better to leave at home if you can. Make a list. Keep a running list and jot...
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May 2013Wrap Up Your Move
Let’s face it, there’s a lot that goes on when you’re moving, especially if you’re selling and/or buying a home. A good checklist can help you make sure you’re not forgetting any of those big or little tasks. Here are a couple of checklists we like…choose the one that works best for you or use them to help you jot down your own list. Real...
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May 2013Pack Smart
‘Tis the season…for moving, that is. If you’re getting ready to move, packing can be one of the largest and most intimidating parts of the process. We’ve got a few tips to help you pack smart and take advantage of this prime de-cluttering opportunity so you don’t end up moving lots of stuff you don’t need! 1. Gather your supplies. If you’re using professional movers,...
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May 2013Happy Mother’s Day!
We’d like to wish all the moms out there a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend! We work with lots of moms out there throughout the year, and one thing’s for sure, they’re a hard-working crew. So this weekend, don’t forget to thank, honor, or otherwise celebrate your mom and all the wonderful things she does. Hint, giving her a break from some of those things, at...
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May 2013Organizing Tips for New Moms
This week, we’re all about moms and let’s not forget moms-to-be in honor of Mother’s Day. Motherhood has a way of throwing your previously organized or at least somewhat manageable life for a loop. But rather than throwing in the towel (or the diaper), new moms should be encouraged by knowing that simple, yet effective organizing tricks can help save your sanity. Here are three...
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May 2013Find Your Time!
Mother’s Day is coming up, which is a great time for all of the busy women and mothers out there to remember to take care of yourselves! In case you hadn’t noticed, household and family to-do lists are (or can be) endless, so the solution is not to wait to do something fun until all the chores are done. If you do, you’ll be waiting...
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May 2013Community Recycling Event – May 11, 2013
MBTA Watertown Bus Yard (corner of Water & Galen st) All Towns Welcome Everything is dismantled… Zero landfill impact! Saturday May 11, 2013 10:00AM to 2:00PM Will Not Accept: wood, glass, hazardous materials, paint, tires, liquids, mattresses, carpets, upholstered furniture, styrofoam, fluorescent bulbs, toilets. Please no household waste Electronics: computers, monitors, VCRs, cell phones, keyboards, printers, copiers, faxes, modems, cabling, wire, cords, cameras, videos, scanners,...
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Apr 2013Off Season Clothing Storage
Now is the time of year to bring out your spring clothing and put away all those bulky winter duds. When storing your off-season clothing, follow these practical guidelines to avoid damage from insects, mildew and mold. Important Be sure to wash and dry all garments thoroughly before storing. Do not store clothes in plastic bags or airtight containers. Rattan trunks are perfect for storing...
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