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Sarah's Housekeeping Blog May 2008 Archive

By Sarah Aguirre, About.com Guide to Housekeeping since 2004

Clean a Toaster

Thursday May 22, 2008
Something was up when I tried to toast my english muffins this morning. The toaster handle wouldn't go down on one side. Looking down into the toaster, I ... Read More

Smelly Drains? Maintenance Is the Key.

Monday May 12, 2008
I hate it when something smells in your home and you have to go sniffing around to find the source. I'm always a little hesitant about what I'll find, ... Read More

10 Ways To Save Money On Your Household Budget

Friday May 9, 2008
I filled up the gas tank in my minivan last week. When I looked at the total, I nearly died of shock. The grocery store receipts are starting ... Read More

Trimming the Household Budget?

Monday May 5, 2008
Poll:Are You Cutting Back On Your Household Budget? Yes, We have to. Yes. We are trying. Not yet. No plans to. View Results

How To Clean Out a Glove Compartment

Sunday May 4, 2008
My five year old son asked me a few weeks ago why the glove compartment was called a glove compartment. I told him that people used to keep their ... Read More

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