A former slob cleans her house: the disgusting countertop ice maker

Here’s another organizational tip from me, your GenX older cousin/uncool aunt who hates the word “edit” being used for “houseclean.” My freezer is packed with chicken, eggos, and popsicles (add in Doritos and we have my own personal four food groups) so we don’t have room for conventional ice trays. I hate them anyway because...

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Home and Family

two boxes - on the left is a very old cardboard boot box filled with junk I call memories - on the right is a nicer box

July 7, 2024

A former slob cleans her house: the memory box

Here’s another organizational tip from me, your GenX older cousin/uncool aunt who hates the word “edit” being used for “houseclean.” Do you have a box/boxes of memories that are out of control or literally falling apart? Here’s a little nudge to find a new box and go through your stuff. I have always kept a...

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seven empty keyrings and a very worn covid-era door opener/button pusher

June 22, 2024

A former slob cleans her house: keyrings

Here’s another organizational tip from me, your GenX older cousin/uncool aunt who hates the word “edit” being used for “houseclean.” How long has it been since you’ve really LOOKED at your keys? Between Mom and I, we managed to eliminate seven redundant key rings and retire one very worn door opener/button pusher. It took less...

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Home and Family

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