Jonelle's Blog

Tomorrow is a very important election day, and I hope everyone is planning on getting out to vote!!  MAKE TIME in your busy schedules, and just do it.  Even though this is "just" a primary election, it's a chance to REALLY voice our opinions, and hopefully, set this country on a path to making so...

Here are some ideas you can use to keep your nice wood pieces clean, and looking their best!  These work great.... despite how weird you may think mayonnaise sounds as a furniture polish! Furniture Polish and Scratch Covers: 1) This polish should to be made fresh each time you use it. 1 lemon 1 t...

Carpet Freshener 4 cups baking soda or cornstarch 35 drops Eucalyptus essential oil 30 drops Lavender essential oil 25 drops Rosewood essential oil or any combination of your favorite essentail oils Measure 4 cups of baking soda into a bowl, add essential oils. Break up any clumps that form, stir...

Here are some ideas you can use to clean your carpets and cloth upholstery (including couches, vehicles, etc) without the use of harsh chemicals!   Carpets/Upholstery: 1) A great non-toxic carpet stain remover is club soda. Soak spot immediately with soda and blot until the stain is gone. 2) Pet...

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. (...