Jonelle's Blog

I have just written to my Senators in regards to the economic stimulus package.  The Senate must include new loan limits on FHA, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac loans.  America's housing market heeds this help.  As a Realtor here in Utah, this issue hits very close to home, and we need a stimulus pac...

I have just written to my Senators in regards to the economic stimulus package.  The Senate must include new loan limits on FHA, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac loans.  America's housing market heeds this help.  As Realtors, this issue hits very close to home, and we need a stimulus package that will...

Are you considering taking a ski vacation this year?  If so, put Park City, Utah at the top of your list!  We have had an AMAZING season so far, and the storms just keep rolling in!  Almost all of the resorts are reporting 10" or more overnight, and some, including Alta, Snowbasin, Brighton, Snow...

This will finish off the cleaning tips for kitchen!  Here are a few other miscellaneous things in the kitchen, such as your garbage disposal!  I will post later about more household cleaners, including ones for your carpet, upholstery, floors, furniture, and even your cars!  Check back for more t...

Doing the dishes can be a tedious job!  Here are some ideas to make it more eco-friendly, and save your hands and lungs from Harsh Chemicals! Pots and Pans: 1) Burned, and crusted on foods; Soak or boil a solution of 2 tbs. baking soda per qt of water in each pan. Let stand until particles are lo...

Here is a great idea for Fragrant Kitchen/Counter top Rinse!  Use any of the following essential oils, alone or in a combination pleasing to you. Add 4 drops of oil to each pint of water. Pour into a spray bottle, store away cool dark place. Use as a final rinse after cleaning kitchen surfaces. (...

To continue on the theme of kitchen cleaners, Here are some ideas for your refrigerator!  These are pretty self-explanatory, and most people do them anyway… here they are anyway!   1) To clean exterior and interior walls, dissolve 2 tbs. baking soda in 1 qt warm water and wipe all surfaces. For ...

If you've been reading my other blogs, This is a series on more eco-friendly cleaners.  Now I'm moving on to the Kitchen area - which has a lot of different surfaces/areas to clean!  The oven can be one of the most treacherous, and can have a lot of buildup.  Here are some ideas to make your life...

I've written about a lot of ways to clean your home with natural, eco-friendly everyday ingredients.  Here are some ideas for other bathroom items not included in previous posts.   Plumbing Fixtures: 1) To clean stainless steel, chrome, fiberglass, ceramic, porcelain or enamel fixtures, dissolve...

Greener Cleaners Continued - Here are some ideas for tub and tile cleaners without harsh chemicals! Tub And Tile Cleaners: 1) Baking Soda. Sprinkle baking soda like you would scouring powder. Rub with a damp sponge. Rinse thoroughly. 2) Vinegar and Baking Soda.  Apply vinegar full-strength to rem...