Scrubbing Bubbles????

If you're a "regular" visit here, I'm sure by now that you have ascertained that I ADORE products that aid and/or cut down cleaning time. People tell me I have OCD, but I just like to have my house presentable.......you never know who'll
pop-in.
Now, keeping in mind my love of helpful products, I purchased the "Scrubbing Bubbles Automatic Shower Cleaner".
How well does it work?
Well, due to my vertically challenged stature, cleaning the shower is my most dreaded task. I've tried standing on stools in order to reach and have almost wound up with my head cracked, so I gave this one a try.
It does an O.K. job, but in my opinion, it's more of a head start than a solution. You still need to get in there and scrub the higher tiles.....the worst task of all for me.....but it does keep my shower doors relatively clean.
I say buy the "Mr. Clean Reach" and some soft scrub.

Soy vs Paraffin

I'm not quite sure whether the claim that soy candles emit less toxins than paraffin candles is true or not, but what I CAN attest to is that the candles and tarts at http://www.soy-simple.com/ DEFINITELY last longer, have a stronger scent, and go out with less fuss.
Personally, I purchase both the tarts and the jar candles. I can't say ENOUGH how very satisfied I am. For the holidays, they created these "sparkle" tarts ( I tend to burn tarts more frequently than candles these days due to the 6 year old, two cats, and the dog.) and not only do the smell tremendous, but upon cooling, they slide right out of the burners. Normally, I need to place my burners in the freezer for a few minutes to pop them out.
Also, I have found that the tarts from http://www.soy-simple.com/ can be burned a number of times depending on the scent, but definitely not less than twice.
Every scent, with the exception of one (Hearth Fire.....I actually thought that there was plastic burning in my house. It took me twenty minutes to figure out the source of the smell was the tart. Duh on me!!!) is better than the next. I especially like:

• Dragon's Blood
• Thunderstorm
• Exotic Floral
• All the cocktail scented tarts

There are more, but the ones above are among my favorites.

In addition to tarts and jar candles, they also offer pillar candles, votives, tea-lights, and tart burners. The customer service is friendly and the turn around time is minimal. They also provide articles that detail the difference of soy over paraffin candles.

This is one site I HIGHLY recommend if you're a candle lover...and aren't most of us candle lovers????

http://www.soy-simple.com/

The LAM Foundation

The other charitable orginatization I wanted to bring to everyone's attention is the LAM Foundation. What is LAM you ask? For a complete understanding, I have taken the definition below directly from the LAM Foundation's web page. It is believed that there are actually more cases than those reported due to misdiagnosis. For more information on symptoms, treatment and how you can help, I implore you to visit their website. http://www.TheLAMFoundation.org

"Lymphangioleiomyomatosis, or LAM is a rare lung disease that affects almost
exclusively women. It was first described in the medical literature in 1919. The
disease is characterized by an unusual type of muscle cell that invades the
tissue of the lungs, including the airways, and blood and lymph vessels. Over
time, these muscle cells grow into the walls of the airways, and blood and lymph
vessels, causing them to become obstructed. Over time, the muscle cells block
the flow of air, blood, and lymph vessels to and from the lungs, preventing the
lungs from providing oxygen to the rest of the body.
An unusual, frequently
asymptomatic, kidney tumor called Angiomyolipoma is found in up to 50% of
patients with lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM).
About 2.5% of patients with
tuberous sclerosis, a genetic disorder, develop a lung disease that is identical
to that which occurs in LAM. These patients often have angiomyolipomas of the
kidney as well. Although patients with LAM do not develop the central nervous
system and skin changes of tuberous sclerosis, the similarities in the lung and
kidney manifestations of the two diseases have led some investigators to
postulate that they may have common causes. For more information contact the
Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance.
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis is pronounced lim-fan
je-o-lio-mi o-ma-to sis, and more commonly referred to as LAM. Lymph and angio
refer to the lymph and blood vessels. Leiomyomatosis refers to the formation of
the bundles of the unusual muscle cells."

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The XLH Network

As I mentioned just prior to the beginning of the New Year, I wanted to share some information about a charity that is very close to my heart. Well, the XLH Network is the charity closest to my heart. My paternal great-grandmother, paternal grandmother, father, daughter, and myself all suffer from the EXTREMELY rare disease. What is XLH? Well, XLH (X-Linked Hypophosphatemia) is a rare disease that affect about one invery 20,000 people. XLH is a genetic disorder that is passed from one generation ot the next, although a spontaneous mutation may occur in a family with no previous history. It is carried on the X chromosome; hence the "X-Linked" name. The rest of the name identifies the primary and sign of XLH, which is a low level of phosphorus in the blood; this is called hypophosphatemia. Another sign, which doesn't always occur or can be mild to severe when it does, is bone disease called rickets where the legs can become knock-kneed or bowed. The XLH Organization is a newly formed, public charity that is in dire needs of funds that will facilitate worldwide advocacy, education and research for XLH by providing resources and support for affected families and health care providers. The size of your donation is NOT important, but the importance of your support can NOT be stressed enough. Every single dollar, quarter, dime, nickel and penny will advacne the organization's cause to raise awareness about genetic rickets. I hop you will find it in your heart to contribute. Your assistance will make an impact on XLH research, awareness, education, treatment options - and some day, hopefully a cure. Please join in the cause. For more information, please visit: http://www.xlhnetwork.org. Checks should be made payable to: The XLH Network, Inc. and sent to: 4562 Stoneledge Lane Manlius, NY 13104. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND YOUR ANTICIPATED SUPPORT!!!!

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Recently when my litle one had a head cold, I tried the following one-two punch to alleviate her symptoms and was pleased to learn that not only did I alleviate her symptoms, but I halted her head cold from progressing into anything more serious. My one-two punch? Mucinex for children and Vicks Vapor plug in. I can't possible be the mother to the only child in the world that refuses to have vicks vapor rub and/or cream rubbed on them while sick.....hence the plug in. It filled the room, cleared her sinus and I experienced no resistance. As for the Mucinex....if there is phlegm ANYWHERE in your body, this stuff will help you expel it.........GUARANTEED!