My very favorite cleaning products are Melaleuca brand because they are eco-friendly, they do a spectacular cleaning job, and their scent leaves a fresh clean fragrance. MelaMagic is a heavy-duty all-purpose cleaner and Sol-U-Mel is a natural solvent that is diluted or used full-strength as a stain remover, odor eliminator, and cleaning booster. I add…

These vintage child's clothespins that I scored on eBay longingly remind me of the first warm day of spring when I can resume using my outdoor clothesline. Until then I will happily use my new laundromat-style washer and dryer. In addition to the ecofriendly attributes including low water level and reduced energy usage, my HE…