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Cleaning Tips for Fellow Allergy Sufferers

6/3/2020

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Allergies can seriously cut into life...
Tidy Tammy shares her top ways to fight the allergy triggers in simple home cleaning tips!
Want more tips from Tidy Tammy? She shares everything from her favorite tool for cleaning toilets to insights on taking care of your senses while organizing your home office.
More from YouTube with Tidy Tammy!
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The “Tree or Me” Recycling Quandary

5/27/2020

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Hello friends!! Are you as passionate about recycling as I am? Sometimes I literally get s.t.u.c.k. trying to figure out how/where/when to recycle something I want to discard but don’t want to put in the landfill– which keeps the job from getting done! In fact, there have been times when I am absolutely giddy (yes, I’m weird - I own that) over the recycling opportunities available when working with clients in different cities and states than my own.

What to do, what to do? Churn on, spinning those wheels, trying to find the perfect green disposal solution…. OR…. choose the “Tree?  Or Me” option? There are times to acknowledge our time and energy is worth something and accept that the item(s) belongs in the garbage.

In this pandemic-stay-home-clean-the-closet mode, thrift stores are also begging you to accept this. So many have been reporting that all those donations coming in are layered with garbage. They don’t want, need, or have resources to deal with items that have lived a life - and now need to be put to rest. 
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I’m giving you permission. Right here. Right now. The next time you’re churning over recycling ask yourself, “Tree? Or Me?”! A job done is better than a job perfectly NOT DONE!

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COMMON CLUTTER AND A COVID-19 SURVIVAL CAR KIT

4/12/2020

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Last week was a busy week! Even though we are following the Covid-19 guidelines and putting a pause on cleaning services, we are ramping up the other ways we can help you. If you haven't checked out our videos yet, each week Tidy Tammy takes on different topics in a Facebook Live event. If you missed the videos last week, be sure to check out all of her tips on everything from clutter to Covid-19 car kits.

COVID-19 Car Kits
Winter survival kits are the norm in northern Minnesota, but....a COVID-19 survival kit? Nope, we didn't have one...until now! Listen up!

Three tips to tackle closet clutter!
Did you see the hangers that Tammy suggests using that take up WAY less space? Also, how do you organize your closet - Color? Outfit? Not at all? Tammy shares her personal preference, too. Watch now. Example of hangers for Tip #2 

Real life kitchen decluttering
If you have ever heard Tammy talk about goals, you have probably heard her say that she does not strive for Pinterest Porn - pictures of immaculate homes that look like no one lives there anyway! Check out Tammy's latest tips for kitchen decluttering - for living life in the real world. 


Be sure to join Tammy each week at 12:00 pm CT, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for Facebook Live! New tips, challenges, and strategies for living your best organized life! 




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Slogging, Clutter, and a Pineapple in Quarantine

4/6/2020

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Let's face it. Things are weird. Life is abnormal right now. And while we can't get into your homes at the moment for cleaning and organizing, we can bring you Tidy Tammy's Tips LIVE! - three days a week!
In case you've missed them, last week our Facebook Live videos covered the topics that our lives are facing right now, more than ever perhaps.
  • Slaying or Slogging? Learning how to aim low and achieve!
  • Life is Messy - Tackling the clutter with 3 specific tips
  • Freaky Friday: A Pineapple in Exile - AKA: Are you cleaning your groceries? What are some strategies you can do when bringing home groceries and products in light of Covid-19?
Tidy Tammy's Tips
Each week you can join us for Facebook Live at noon (central time) on our We Love Messes Facebook page, where Tammy is tackling your questions, giving some perspective, and helping us all to stay sane the best we can in these uncertain times.

Have a question or topic you want Tammy to tackle? Let her know!
tammy@welovemesses.com



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Tammy's Tips is going Live!

3/27/2020

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While we are all adjusting to our new normal, you can still get expert advice and assistance from the comfort of your own home! Join us every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12:00 pm CT for Tammy's Tips LIVE! where Tammy will be sharing everything from how to handle the distractions of working from home to why she *Loves Messes* to her favorite cleaning hacks - and more.
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Have a topic you want her to cover? Just comment here and we'll add it to the schedule.
If you missed any of her live events you can still find them on our We Loves Messes Facebook page.
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Lost vs Exploring

10/30/2017

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Hello peeps!!! Anybody who has traveled with me knows NOT to put me in charge of reading a map, and that I rely HEAVILY on my phone’s map app to get me where I need to be. Map reading is an admirable skill set; one that consistently confuses and evades me!
 
Recently in a low cell service area my phone kept saying “GPS signal lost”…putting me in a bit of a panic because, well, I really didn’t know where I was nor was I confident in my ability to get where I needed to be! This experience later turned into a metaphor for We Love Messes’ presence on social media and blog posts. I used to post just here and there, but have increased to posting 5 times a week in the form of:
  • Motivation Monday
  • TedTalk Tuesday
  • Resource Wednesday
  • Thursday Blog
  • Saturday Stat
Add on top of that my weekly email newsletter.
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While I enjoy the creativity of the posts I’m feeling a little lost, overwhelmed and unsure of the reach of the posts to you. So, peeps – like any good caterpillar will tell you, it’s time to cocoon up the social media presence until We Love Messes (and maybe me, too) can emerge as a beautiful butterfly! Or until the GPS signal comes back on board! I am going to explore options, plans, goals, and needs. We are absolutely still here for your Organizing and Residential Cleaning Services needs.
 
I will still be posting, albeit erratically, on social media and hoping to engage with you there (please don’t leave me hanging out there by myself!). There are 3 years’ worth of weekly blog post resources on the We Love Messes website as well – all to motivate, inspire, be a resource for you!

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Cleaning Your Outdoor Fountain

8/24/2017

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Even in the land of ten thousand lakes where water abounds, many of us appreciate the serenity of garden water fountains - and as fall approaches - these need our cleaning attention, too. Thank you to Sally Perkins, busy mom and homeowner, who is sharing her tips for cleaning those outdoor fountains.

Tips for a Clean Fountain
A fountain makes for a beautiful and eye-catching centerpiece for any back yard or large garden. Although it may be running on water, it still requires regular maintenance to ensure it is free from buildup and mold. Your fountain will run better with a little care and attention, so getting in a professional to clean it regularly may also be of benefit. If you're ready to do this on your own, grab the following items before tackling the cleaning:
  • Non-abrasive sponge
  • An old toothbrush (for hard to reach areas)
  • Mild soap or detergent
  • Warm distilled water
  • Vinegar (for stubborn stains)
Fountains accumulate leaves, dirt and debris in windier weather, so you may have to clean it more regularly during the winter and fall. The pump also needs to be kept clean and free of obstructions to allow your fountain to run smoothly. For more tips on cleaning your fountain, take a look at some of these methods for cleaning your outdoor fountain.

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    ​things -- big or small!

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