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Hi, I'm Elle Owner of CleverlyChanging. My blog seeks to encourage, empower, & inspire others to live cleverly, changing when necessary. Perfect parenting, doesn't exist, but informed and attentive parenting does. I desire to regularly share savings tips, wisdom, and experiences I gain from everyday life as a wife and mother of twins with others so we can empower each other to become better parents and better people in general.
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Manage Monday Archive
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Manage Monday: Sanitizing Your House
Posted on March 21, 2011 | 2 CommentsLast week, I started sanitizing various surfaces and things we use in our house. I started with the garbage disposal which was grossly overdue. Here are some of my basic tips for sanitizing your house with Clorox. Now is a perfect time to start! I use Clorox bleach to: Sanitize the garbage disposal and sinks. I fill the sink half-way with water. Then I add about a half cup of Clorox bleach, and then I let it sit for a while. Next, I rinse the sink and watch it shine. Sanitize counter-tops, tubs, toilets, children’s toys, highchairs, our refrigerator, all... -
Manage Monday: Drawer Organizing Tips
Posted on March 14, 2011 | 1 CommentI have needed to organize my drawers for a while. Last night, I finally had a chance to turn the chaos into a tidy space where I can easily find the things I need. Tips to organizing your drawers Green tip – I used a scarf that I had and no longer wear to line my sock drawer Purchased some drawer organizers from IKEA to separate my other items Separated like items by color and type, and then placed them in individual compartments. I am very pleased with the results, no more searching... -
My Biggest Health Mistake: A personal confession
Posted on March 7, 2011 | 7 CommentsThe title sounds like strong words to me, but everyday I have to face the fact that I made a huge health mistake. I receive a daily reminder when I look into the mirror and see my big belly. After 6 weeks of giving birth I should have began my exercise regiment again. I should have started doing crunches, sucking in my tummy, or wearing a belly band. Although my belly is unflattering to me, because my frame is petite and it is very noticeable. I was really hurt when I went to an amusement park and the ride was... -
Manage Monday: Gathering the (Im)perfect
Posted on February 28, 2011 | 1 CommentIf I had one wish, I’d like to be perfect. Recently, I found myself trying to manage my inner thoughts of who I am and who I want to be. My imperfections list is so long that I tire just thinking about them. The only consolation I feel about it at the end of the day is that I have hope to become better, become wiser, learn something new, change my attitude, and simply live. I don’t want to merrily exist, I want to live up to my full potential. Never-mind, the fact that I am still discovering who I... -
Manage Monday: Your Carbon Footprint and Ways to Reduce it
Posted on February 21, 2011 | No CommentsWhat is a carbon footprint? In recent years these words have surfaced, your carbon footprint is simply your personal impact on the environment and climate change in relation to the total amount of greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide) your activities are causing. It is great to be considerate of the environment, but even better when you can do so effortlessly. I have made little subtle changes in the way my family and I do things so that our carbon footprint would be less. Buy used toys. I once read that you shouldn’t by used toys, and I completely disagree. With a... -
Manage Monday: Loving You
Posted on February 14, 2011 | No CommentsHappy Valentine’s Day. Love is in the air and happiness abounds. Whether or not you have a companion to share your love with is not what I will focus on; instead, I want to share with you how to share your love with yourself. Take some time to appreciate you today. For you today Spend some time looking in the mirror and tell yourself, “I love YOU,”and mean it. Tell yourself at least one physical feature that you like: i.e, your smile, teeth, sparkling eyes, bone structure, soft hands, etc. Find a positive and uplifting quote or Bible verse to... -
Manage Mondays: Picture Storage Ideas from you
Posted on February 6, 2011 | No CommentsIt’s Monday again and time for us to get our houses in order. This Monday I am wondering how my readers are storing their pictures. These are a few ways I store my pictures: SD storage card Jumpdrive/thumbdrive Frame them and showcase them around the house Photo box them Scrapbook Picture books (ie. books made from Shutterfly, Picaboo, Tiny Prints, Snapfish, etc) Albums Memory Books (we have one for each of our daughters) Computer files/camera/phone Personal website After listing where all of my photos are, I know that this week I need to go through my computer files and make... -
Manage Monday: Toy Storage Ideas
Posted on January 25, 2011 | No CommentsIt is amazing how much and how fast kids accumulate their own pile of “stuff” like toys, stuffed animals, books, crayons, etc. At the end of the day, you may look around your house and the entire house may resemble a Little Gym or game room for kids. With twins we had our share of trouble trying to determine which item is suppose to go where. Now, I have storage areas for all of their little knick-knacks. Included below are some storage ideas that I have tried or considered. Baskets - Woven baskets are great because they are inexpensive and... -
Manage Mondays: Tips to Disaster Proof Your Important Documents
Posted on January 18, 2011 | No CommentsIn recent years, many people have suffered from their homes and lives being wrecked by natural disasters. Just last week, the continent of Australia suffered tons of damage from a tsunami and some parts of Washington state are recovering from floods and mud slides. Consequently, anything can happen at anytime, I hope nothing happens, but I want to be prepared just in case. Thus, it is best that we make sure our important documents are safe and secure. Here are tips on how to disaster proof your important documents. Who needs to organize their personal documents? Every household should organize... -
Gotta Get My Life in Order, One Room at a Time
Posted on January 9, 2011 | 1 CommentThis year I have decided to share a couple of my passions. Today is Manage Monday. Getting organized is one of people’s stop New Year resolutions so I am dedicating Mondays, as a day to help you and me get our lives in order. Here are a few simple tricks starting with your kitchen. Here are 5 Simple Tips to help you get your kitchen in order Start with your food. Yes, if your refrigerator is dirty it can make you detest cooking and turn your stomach upside down. Whenever you buy new groceries, search the refrigerator and get rid...
