Today is the day we have been waiting for. It’s Halloween! The night we get to dress up and eat Candy. The night we get tp scare ourselves on purpose. The Horror movie night. So stay tuned as we Scare up some fun for all ages.
In Case you missed my Previous Halloween Posts, here they are.
Virtual Halloween Activities and Games for Kids to Play While Social Distancing
Connected Camps is offering up some free fun for kids and teens using Minecraft on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays—aka “Halloweekends”—now through November 1. Their virtual Halloween-themed activities include a Monster Mash Halloween Tournament, Elytra Witch Races, Haunted House Building Competition, Pumpkin “Carving” Build Activity, and even Dia de Los Muertos Altar Building. Kids 8 through 17 can enjoy some STEM-filled spooky fun this Halloween season.https://connectedcamps.com/minecraft-kid-club
Scary Storytime
Lower the lights, let the hot chocolate flow—or perhaps some spiked, Halloween-themed beverages for the parents—and bust out your favorite kid-friendly spooky stories. You can even let your kids take turns with their favorite fall or Halloween books so they can practice reading at the same time. https://koa.com/blog/kid-friendly-spooky-campfire-stories/
Creepy Carrots
15 Scary Stories for HALLOWEEN creepy tales & urban legends for your holiday
“The Hitchhiker” Classic Old Time Radio Play
Let’s Read: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (Complete)
Here’s one the teens and preteens can really get behind: take viral TikTok challenges, but make them spooky. Have you kids dress up, do the same TikTok dance of their choice, then sync up to vote on the best one. Parents can even join in on the fun, create adult versions, and have the kids vote on the funniest.
Halloween Karaoke/Dance Party
Create a playlist of your Halloween faves—”Monster Mash,” anyone?—or take turns belting out your own versions. You can even have your kids dress up and sing or dance in character!
Halloween Songs from the 80’s – Full Song Playlist
Ultimate Halloween Party Playlist 2020
Halloween Games and Activities For Teens And Tweens
This Collection is of Not So Scary Halloween Themed Movies that would be appropriate for all ages.
When Good Ghouls Go Bad 2001
A new kid in town must drive away ghosts with the help of his zombie uncle. When Halloween decorations begin to mysteriously disappear around town, the boy and his reanimated uncle join forces to find out who is behind the attempt to destroy the residents’ enjoyment of the spooky holiday.
Story by: R.L. Stine (Story)
Starring: Christopher Lloyd, Tom Amandes, and Roy Billing
R.L. Stine’s Mostly Ghostly Who let the Ghost out (2008)
Aspiring magician Max Doyle (Sterling Beaumon) discovers two lost ghosts — Nicky (Luke Benward) and Tara (Madison Pettis) — haunting the basement of his family’s home and agrees to help them find eternal rest. In exchange, Max’s newfound friends set out to help him win the heart of Traci (Ali Lohan), the most popular girl at his school. But, when their magical antics make them the targets of an evil apparition, Phears (Brian Stepanek), the trio must stop his maniacal plan for Halloween.
The Worst Witch (1986)
A clumsy new student (Fairuza Balk) blunders along at Miss Cackle’s International Academy for Witches.
Starring: Fairuza Balk and Tim Curry
Casper Meets Wendy 1998
After drawing the ire of a nefarious warlock named Desmond (George Hamilton), Wendy the Good Little Witch (Hilary Duff) and her aunts seek sanctuary in a special resort that caters to the supernatural. There, Wendy meets Casper the Friendly Ghost (Jeremy Foley), who is vacationing with his quarrelsome uncles. Despite their families’ prejudiced warnings, Wendy and Casper become fast friends. Before long, this high-spirited duo decides to team up to take down the bullying warlock.
Under Wraps (1997)
Three twelve-year-old children, Amy, Marshall and Gilbert, encounter a mummy which has been undiscovered in three thousand years. While investigating, they accidentally revive him, but he must be returned to his resting place by midnight on Halloween or he will never find his long lost love.
An American family move into a British country house only to encounter malevolent spirits. The ghost of the owner’s daughter, long missing, torments the family’s young girl. The Watcher in the Woods was one of several live-action films produced by Walt Disney Productions in the 1980s.
Starring : Bette Davis, Carroll Baker, David McCallum, Lynn-Holly Johnson, and Kyle Richards
Raggedy Ann And Andy – “The Pumpkin Who Couldn’t Smile”
Raggedy Anne & Andy help a lonely, misfit pumpkin find a friend on Halloween.
The Book of Pooh – Just Say BOO! [VHS] (2003)
The Adventures of the Scrabble People in a Pumpkin Full of Nonsense
The Classic story of Scrabble People who fall down a giant pumpkin while going to a Halloween party, only to find a lost town of people who are deprived the ability to read just so The Fascist Dictator can force his daughter into marriage to a stranger they all just met
Initial release: August 31, 1985
The Little Shop of Horrors – 1960 – B&W
A clumsy young man nurtures a plant and discovers that it’s carnivorous, forcing him to kill to feed it.
The Creature from the Black Lagoon 1954
A scientific expedition searching for fossils along the Amazon River discovers a prehistoric Gill-Man in the legendary Black Lagoon. The explorers capture the mysterious creature, but it breaks free. The Gill-Man returns to kidnap the lovely Kay, fiancée of one in the expedition, with whom it has fallen in love.https://www.publicdomaintube.com/creature-from-the-black-lagoon-1954/
Frankenstein 1931
Dr. Frankenstein dares to tamper with life and death by creating a human monster out of lifeless body parts.
I hope you have enjoyed these Activities and Movies. Please be safe this Halloween. Thanks for reading! Please be sure to; Comment, Like, Share, and Subscribe.
With Halloween only 10 days away, it’s time to start preparing for the big night. Whether you take your kids trick or treating, or you stay at home, there is plenty to do. This post will help you with ideas and tips to make this Halloween a Fun and Safe holiday for everyone.
On my last Blog post, “Tips for a Safe Coronaween”, we discussed; What the Doctors are saying about Halloween and Covid 19, Trick or Treating Ideas during Covid 19, Indoor Fun activities, Some Halloween Themed Dinner and a Movie ideas, How to throw a Virtual Halloween Party, we shared Virtual Haunted House Tours, Not so Spooky Halloween Playlists, and we gave you links to some Scary Ghost stories. In case you missed it, here is the link. https://angelikasworld.music.blog/2020/10/02/tips-for-a-safe-coronaween/
Today we will focus on; Pumpkin Carving/painting/decorating, Coloring pages and Printable, Audiobooks, some spooky meals and Treats, and even some Halloween themed not so Scary Movies. I hope you stay with us as we dive into some fun. Let’s begin!
Pumpkin Carving
The first thing we need to make sure of when discussing Pumpkin carving is Safety. Please make sure that the tools you use are age appropriate for your carvers. Most retail and Grocery stores sell pumpkin carving kits like these.
You can pick these up at Walmart stores
These can be found at Dollar Tree
Or you can simply use Knives and spoons you have at your house. I am sure there are plenty of Knife options at your home as well. I would suggest that you use a butter knife for the little ones.
Setting up your carving Area
The next part is setting up your Carving area. You want to make sure that you cover the area with one of the following; Plastic throw away tablecloth, Newspaper, trash bag, tarp, or a plastic shower curtain. This is so that all the sticky and wet pumpkin pieces don’t stain your table or floors.
I highly recommend that you have your carvers wear some older clothes that can be stained just in case. I also recommend having a big bowl or bowls for pumpkin seeds and pieces. You might even want to save the seeds for roasting.
Stencils
It’s a good idea to have a stencil when carving with little ones. The stencil makes it easier for them to cut out the design that they want. Here are some cute and easy stencils for printing.
If you prefer to keep your Pumpkin whole, we suggest painting. There are some Cute Pumpkin designs that are easy to paint and design. Here are some links and videos to a few of our Favorites.
The Goonies: Pepperoni pizza, Rocky Road Ice cream
E.T.: Supreme Pizza, Cokes, Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies
Hotel Transylvania: Mummy Wrapped Hot Dogs (using hot dogs and crescent rolls), Mummy Pizzas: With the leftover crescent roll dough, the kids can make their own fun mummy pizzas, Dirt cups(Chocolate pudding topped with crushed Oreo cookies, and a Gummy worm)
It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown: mac and cheese, pumpkin looking pizza with peperoni/vegetable faces
The Adventures of Ichabod Crane: Apple pie, Turkey/Chicken drumsticks,
Casper the Friendly Ghost: Pancakes, eggs, and Orange Juice (pulp free).
Beetlejuice: Shrimp with cocktail sauce
Monsters, Inc.: Sushi, lettuce wraps,
Ghostbusters: mummy Pizza, Green koolaid/Mountain dew/Green Gatorade, Green Jello, Marshmallows,
The Mummy: Roast Beef Wraps
Edward Scissorhands: Kabobs, corn on the cob, and Ambrosia salad
Gremlins: Fried chicken dinner
Scooby Doo: Cheese pizza, Sub sandwiches
Coco: Mexican Cuisine
Halloweentown: Jack-O-Lantern Quesadillas, Fried Chicken with mashed potatoes, Stew
Ingredients:
•1 can Refried Beans
•Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend
•You can add a cooked meat if you prefer
•10 Flour Tortillas (Soft Taco or Fajita Size)
Method:
•Using a sharp knife or kitchen shears, cut a Jack-O-Lantern face out of 5 of the tortillas. I also made little notches at the top to make it look like the stem. (This can be done ahead of time & then stored back in the tortilla bag until you are ready to cook.)
•Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
•Place the 5 uncut flour tortillas on a large baking sheet. Make sure they do not overlap. Spread a few tablespoons of refried beans over each tortilla. Sprinkle them with the Mexican cheese, and then top each one with a cut out tortilla.
•Bake in the preheated oven for around 5 minutes, just until the cheese has melted a bit, and the tortillas have started to brown.
With Halloween just 29 days away, Angelika’s World thought that we should share some Tips, Facts, and spooky Fun with you and your Family. We hope to help you and your Family have a safe and plentiful Halloween. With Covid 19 Looming over Halloween this year we are going to have to get Creative with how we Celebrate it this year. Angelika’s World has been Surfing through the Internet, and we found some good Alternatives to the Traditional Trick-or-treating. So, stick around as we explore,” Coronaween”.
First, we need to cover the issue of the virus. We at Angelika’s World want everyone to be able to Celebrate the joys and Spooks of Halloween safely. We have found the latest updates on the Safety of Halloween for the 2020 Season. Here is what we discovered.
What the Doctors are saying
•Don’t share props, toys or bowls. Keep the swords, wands and tiaras from being passed around if you can. Ask each of your children to hold onto their own candy bags.
•Bring hand sanitizer, and practice not touching your face. “
•”Something that you can also do is to put most of the candy away for the first three days (72 hours) that it’s in your home, and then the rest of the candy is safe to eat after the time has passed”.
Here is what the CDC Guidelines are for Halloween this Season.
Many traditional Halloween activities can be high-risk for spreading viruses. There are several safer, alternative ways to participate in Halloween. If you may have COVID-19 or you may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you should not participate in in-person Halloween festivities and should not give out candy to trick-or-treaters.
Lower risk activities
These lower risk activities can be safe alternatives:
•Carving or decorating pumpkins with members of your household and displaying them
•Carving or decorating pumpkins outside, at a safe distance, with neighbors or friends
•Decorating your house, apartment, or living space
•Doing a Halloween scavenger hunt where children are given lists of Halloween-themed things to look for while they walk outdoors from house to house admiring Halloween decorations at a distance
•Having a virtual Halloween costume contest
•Having a Halloween movie night with people you live with
•Having a scavenger hunt-style trick-or-treat search with your household members in or around your home rather than going house to house
Moderate risk activities
Participating in one-way trick-or-treating where individually wrapped goodie bags are lined up for families to grab and go while continuing to social distance (such as at the end of a driveway or at the edge of a yard)
•If you are preparing goodie bags, wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 second before and after preparing the bags.
•Having a small group, outdoor, open-air costume parade where people are distanced more than 6 feet apart
•Attending a costume party held outdoors where protective masks are used and people can remain more than 6 feet apart
•A costume mask (such as for Halloween) is not a substitute for a cloth mask. A costume mask should not be used unless it is made of two or more layers of breathable fabric that covers the mouth and nose and doesn’t leave gaps around the face.
•Do not wear a costume mask over a protective cloth mask because it can be dangerous if the costume mask makes it hard to breathe. Instead, consider using a Halloween-themed cloth mask.
•Going to an open-air, one-way, walk-through haunted forest where appropriate mask use is enforced, and people can remain more than 6 feet apart
•If screaming will likely occur, greater distancing is advised. The greater the distance, the lower the risk of spreading a respiratory virus.
•Visiting pumpkin patches or orchards where people use hand sanitizer before touching pumpkins or picking apples, wearing masks is encouraged or enforced, and people are able to maintain social distancing
•Having an outdoor Halloween movie night with local family friends with people spaced at least 6 feet apart
•If screaming will likely occur, greater distancing is advised. The greater the distance, the lower the risk of spreading a respiratory virus.
•Lower your risk by following CDC’s recommendations on hosting gatherings or cook-outs.
Higher risk activities
Avoid these higher risk activities to help prevent the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19:
•Participating in traditional trick-or-treating where treats are handed to children who go door to door
•Having trunk-or-treat where treats are handed out from trunks of cars lined up in large parking lots
•Attending crowded costume parties held indoors
•Going to an indoor haunted house where people may be crowded together and screaming
•Going on hayrides or tractor rides with people who are not in your household
•Using alcohol or drugs, which can cloud judgement and increase risky behaviors
•Traveling to a rural fall festival that is not in your community if you live in an area with community spread of COVID-19
If you are reading these Guidelines and just not feeling Confident in taking your kids, “Trick-or-Treating. We have some ideas for you. We want you and your Little ones to be safe this Halloween season. Here are some ideas from parents on alternative activities.
Safe Trick or Treating Ideas
•Leave a bowl of candy bags (and hand sanitizer) at the end of your driveway, and wave at trick-or-treaters from your front door.
•Drive-by Trick-or-Treating: Gently throw candy at costumed kids in their yards, like your car is a parade float.
•Mail a Halloween Package to your loved ones.
•Hang Halloween treat bags from a tree or clothesline.
•Tape Treat bags to your car for the kids to take.
•Toss candy bags to the kids
•fish net attached to a pole
•use a remote- control car to give the candy out in treat bags
•Tape Halloween treats onto a wooden Skewer and place them around the yard
Indoor Fun
•Set up a piñata for your children in your own yard/Garage/or a spacious room.
•Set up a haunted house for your children at home. They can still dress up and be scared in a fun way.
•Scary movies, ghost stories and more can make the night fun, too. Get out the popcorn, Halloween candy and blankets and find some classics on Netflix.
•Have a Family Game Night – There is nothing more fun to a child than sitting down with their parents at the kitchen table and playing some great games with the family. Pick out the games in advance to ward off any fighting over what is going to be played and have them ready to rock and roll. Place some snacks and chips around the table for everyone to enjoy and start playing.
•Make a Scavenger Hunt – Grab some candy treats and set up a scavenger hunt in your own backyard. Kids can still dress in costumes and experience the joy of candy without having to go door to door.
•For older kids and teens, I would keep it simple. opt for pizza, snacks, and a movie marathon.
•Use some kitchen twine to string your doughnuts from a clothesline or tree. Now give everyone a turn to try to eat the doughnuts with no hands.
•Send Halloween Cards: have them craft some homemade Halloween cards from cardstock, markers, and glue, then mail them off to all their friends.
•Mail Halloween boxes to loved ones or have your friends and family do it for your kids. •Pumpkin carving/painting contest Stencils to print off https://pumpkinstencils.org/
•Make Pumpkin dioramas (Can be made out of; live, Plastic, and foam pumpkins) printed silhouettes are also used with some.
Halloween Isn’t Cancelled! DIY Prop for Trick-or-Treating during COVID
Here is what you will need if you want to make this Candy Chute.
STAND MATERIALS:
•3″ PVC Pipe (7′)
• 1″ PVP Pipe (10′)
• 1″ PVC Corner Connector (X)
• 1″ PVC “T” Connector (X)
•1″ PVC 3-Way Connector (X)
• Hot Glue
DECORATING MATERIALS:
•Black Spray Paint
•Cheese Cloth (Grade 10)
• Black Acrylic Paint
•Plastic Skeleton
• Plastic Skull
TOOLS USED:
• Hot Glue Gun
• Hacksaw
• Scissors
• Bandsaw (NOT REQUIRED)
Indoor games for Halloween
Hunt the Ghost
Make 7 – 8 cute little ghost-shaped cut-outs using cardboard and paint it white and with round black eyes on it. Hide it in different corners of the house. If hosting an outdoor ghost hunt, place it in the bushes or behind trees. Give easy to follow cues and hints and let the ghost hunt begin.
Jack-O’-Lantern Carving/ Coloring Contest
Knives can hurt the little hands and turn your party into a horror story. Instead of carving, keep pumpkins of different sizes, paints, teeth, and eyeballs and let the kids show their creativity. The winner of the best-carved pumpkin wins a Halloween cookie hamper and those Jack-O’-Lanterns double up as evening decor.
Halloween Pictionary
Divide players into two teams. If you have a large number of players, you can form four teams, but the game is more fun with fewer teams and more players on each team. Select one person to be your Drawer for the first word. The Drawer is the person who attempts to illustrate the word using the pencil and paper. Everyone else on the team will try to guess the word that the Drawer draws.
Players on the team will take turns acting as the Drawer.
If you only have three players, one person must be designated to draw for both teams during the entire game.
Each team gets a word card, a pad of paper and a pencil
The drawer has 1 minute to draw what is on the card while their team tries to guess it.
The team with the most correct answers wins.
Halloween Pictionary Words
•Witches•Black Cats•Bats•Ghosts•Skeletons•Jack-O-Lanterns•Candy •Candy corn•Trick or Treating•Candy•Caramel Apples•Costumes•Pumpkin patch•Spiders•WEREWOLF•VAMPIRE•MUMMY•DEVIL
Halloween charades
Gameplay:
1.Divide into teams of two or more players (or you can play as one big group if no one wants to be competitive).
2.Before beginning the game, each team should write about 20–30 words on slips of paper. Fold the pieces of paper and put them into a bowl. Each team draws the words that the other team came up with so that the words won’t be too obvious. Or the host of the gathering or someone who isn’t playing can write down the words beforehand.
3.Determine how long each round will be. Typically, each player gets three to five minutes to act out the word.
4.Decide which team will go first. The first player from that team draws a word from the other team’s bowl.
5.Without speaking, the player must act out the word or phrase. His teammates have to guess what the word is.
6.If the team guesses correctly, they get a point. If the time runs out before the team guesses the word, that player’s turn is over.
7.The other team gets a turn. Each player gets a turn to act out a word. The rotation begins again when everyone has had a turn.
8.Whichever team has the most points at the end of the game is the winner. You can also play to a certain score, or not keep score at all.
Charades words list
•Carving a Pumpkin•Trick or treating•Bobbing for apples•Costume•Mummy•The Headless Horseman•Cauldron•Coffin•Scarecrow•Bobbing for apples•Make-up•Pumpkin patch•Flying on a broom•Stuck in spider webs•Broomstick•Witch•Mask•Robot•Scary movie•Lollipop
Putt up red balloons just like the ones Pennywise left floating around Derry, Maine will totally have your guests on edge. Throw in some tricycles and some dark, carnival-themed Halloween music for extra pizzaz and creepiness.
Poltergeist: Steak
Nightmare on Elm Street: Kabobs
Halloween: Haddonfield Horseshoes
Ingredients
•1 lb Ground Beef
3 cups Frozen Seasoned Crinkle Cut Fries
•1/2 cup Cheese Whiz
•2 slices Texas Toast Sized Bread
•Hot Sauce of your choice (We used Frank’s Red Hot)
Instructions
•Prepare fries based on package instructions. (We baked ours, see note at the bottom)
•Meanwhile, form 2 patties from ground beef.
•Grill to desired temperature.
•Toast bread.
•Heat cheese in the microwave in 15 second increments until runny.
•Top toast with burger, followed by fries, then cheese.
•Drizzle with hot sauce for a “blood spatter” effect.
•Serve.
In case you aren’t familiar, Horseshoes are an open-faced sandwich originating in Springfield, Illinois, United States. They consist of thick-sliced toasted bread (often Texas toast), a hamburger patty, French fries, and cheese sauce.
Family Halloween Movies
The Goonies: Pepperoni pizza, Rocky Road Ice cream
E.T.: Supreme Pizza, Cokes, Chocolate Reese’s Pieces Cookies
Hotel Transylvania: Mummy Wrapped Hot Dogs (using hot dogs and crescent rolls), Mummy Pizzas: With the leftover crescent roll dough, the kids can make their own fun mummy pizzas, Dirt cups(Chocolate pudding topped with crushed Oreo cookies, and a Gummy worm)
It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown: mac and cheese, pumpkin looking pizza with peperoni/vegetable faces
The Adventures of Ichabod Crane: Apple pie, Turkey/Chicken drumsticks,
Casper the Friendly Ghost: Pancakes, eggs, and Orange Juice (pulp free).
Beetlejuice: Shrimp with cocktail sauce
Monsters, Inc.: Sushi, lettuce wraps,
Ghostbusters: mummy Pizza, Green koolaid/Mountain dew/Green Gatorade, Green Jello, Marshmallows,
The Mummy: Roast Beef Wraps
Edward Scissorhands: Kabobs, corn on the cob, and Ambrosia salad
Gremlins: Fried chicken dinner
Scooby Doo: Cheese pizza, Sub sandwiches
Halloweentown: Jack-O-Lantern Quesadillas, Fried Chicken with mashed potatoes, Stew
Ingredients:
•1 can Refried Beans
•Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend
•You can add a cooked meat if you prefer
•10 Flour Tortillas (Soft Taco or Fajita Size)
Method:
•Using a sharp knife or kitchen shears, cut a Jack-O-Lantern face out of 5 of the tortillas. I also made little notches at the top to make it look like the stem. (This can be done ahead of time & then stored back in the tortilla bag until you are ready to cook.)
•Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
•Place the 5 uncut flour tortillas on a large baking sheet. Make sure they do not overlap. Spread a few tablespoons of refried beans over each tortilla. Sprinkle them with the Mexican cheese, and then top each one with a cut out tortilla.
•Bake in the preheated oven for around 5 minutes, just until the cheese has melted a bit, and the tortillas have started to brown.
Bring a large pot of water to boil. While you are waiting for the water to boil, rinse peppers, slice off the tops and hollow out the insides, be sure to remove any seeds and the white part inside. If desired, use a small paring knife to cut out a jack-o-lantern face. When water is boiling, put the peppers and tops in and allow to cook for about 5 minutes until peppers are tender. Remove from water and set aside to cool. Mix the cooked rice, shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and black beans together in a large bowl. Fill each pepper with the chicken and rice mixture and top with extra cheese, if desired. Replace pepper top back on top. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes until cheese is melted and pepper is done to desired tenderness. Alternately, once peppers are stuffed, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate, when ready to cook, preheat oven to 350, remove plastic wrap and bake for 1 hour.
Throw a Virtual Halloween Party
A virtual Halloween party is a holiday party held via video conferencing software. These occasions are great opportunities for remote teammates to gather, socialize, and celebrate the season.
Start a session and invite your friends by sharing your friend code with them.
Browse for your favorite media and add the URL to the queue. A number of popular websites are already supported for playback.
New features are added on top of streaming websites such as real-time chat and timestamp markers.
Virtual Haunted House Tours
Haunted houses are a staple of Halloween entertainment. Though you and your remote team may not be able to physically tour an abandoned mansion or take a frightening hayride together, you can still give your group goosebumps with a virtual haunted house experience.
For inspiration, you can check out CreepyPasta, which are scary stories shared on various websites. You can also read through this list of terrifying tales on HuffPost or head over to the super short scary stories section on Reddit for ideas on how to tell a bone chilling tale.
I hope this Post has inspired you to throw a Safe Halloween Event with your Family. If you liked this Post, please let me know in the comments. Please feel free to Share this with your; Friends, Family, and Groups. And as always, Thanks for reading!
Today is the 263rd day of the year. There are only 103 days left in 2020. Here are a few Interesting Facts about this date in History. I hope you like today’s cruise through time.
In 1960 Chubby Checker’s “The Twist” hits #1 on the Billboard Hot 100
Wasn’t that Fun? Now every time “The Twist” comes on we can Jive to it in style. Maybe even teach it to some friends.
Ötzi the Iceman, 3,300 BCE old mummy discovered by German tourists in Italian alps On this day in 1991.
Ötzi the Iceman, 3,300 BCE old mummy discovered by German tourists in Italian alps On this day in 1991
“Living links to the Iceman have now been revealed by a new DNA study. Gene researchers looking at unusual markers on the Iceman’s male sex chromosome report that they have uncovered at least 19 genetic relatives of Ötzi in Austria’s Tyrol region.
The match was made from samples of 3,700 anonymous blood donors in a study led by Walther Parson at Innsbruck Medical University. Sharing a rare mutation known as G-L91, “the Iceman and those 19 share a common ancestor, who may have lived 10,000 to 12,000 years ago,” Parson said.
The finding supports previous research suggesting that Ötzi and his ancestors were of farming stock. The study used Y-chromosome markers that are passed from father to son to trace the Neolithic migrations that brought farming to Europe via the Alps. Ötzi belonged to a Y-chromosome group called haplogroup G, which is rooted, like farming, in the Middle East.
The study’s overall results fit the idea that the changes of the Neolithic Revolution spurred people westward into the Tyrol region, Parson said.
He is nevertheless wary of any suggestion that Ötzi’s distant relatives might be a chip off the old block, either physically or in their liking for simple grain porridge”. (National Geographic)
Space Shuttle Endeavour Begins Final Journey
September 19th, 2012 : The US Space Shuttle Endeavour began its final journey by piggy-backing on a Boeing 747 jet from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center to the California Science Center. The Endeavour had been in service since 1992 and had made twenty-five trips into space.
International Talk Like A Pirate Day
John Baur and Mark Summers (aka Ol’ Chumbucket and Cap’n Slappy) created this international day in 1995. He created the holiday while playing racquetball on June 6, 1995—the 51st anniversary of the invasion of Normandy. Out of respect to the battle’s veterans, a new observance date was quickly sought.
Hope you found these History tidbits to be informative and joyous. Please feel free to share this post and if you feel inclined, you could subscribe.
When I was a little girl, my Father would play this Album every Christmas season. It took me 10 Years to track it down and find where it could be purchased. My Husband bought me the Album and a Record player for my Birthday. After hooking the record player up to my computer, we were able to make a digital recording. I then made a video of the Album playing and added picture to match the story. I hope you enjoy the end result. To watch and hear this Album please please click the link below.
Featuring Alvin, Simon and Theodore and Special Guest Star Santa Claus
RCA Victor Records AQL1-4041 (Stereo / 12” 33 1/3 RPM LP with Gatefold)
First CD Reissue: Chipmunk Records (Sony) LK-52917 (1992)
Released in 1981. Producer/Writers: Ross Bagdasarian Jr., Janice Karman. Arranger: Chris Caswell. Musicians: Chris Caswell, Ernie McDaniel, Barry Zweig, Ernie Corallo, Michael Buono, David Sherr, Doug Walter. Production Assistant: Steve Karman. Art Direction/Design: Rick DeTorie. Illustrations: Rick DeTorie, Toby Bluth. Engineer: Randy Tominaga. Assistant Engineer: David Clark. A&R Coordination: Marge Meoli. Art Director: Paul Wenzel. Running Time: 33 minutes.
Voices: Frank Welker (Santa Claus/Narrator); Ross Bagdasarian, Jr. (Alvin, Simon, David Seville); Janice Karman (Theodore); June Foray (Mrs. Claus, Shopper); Charles Berendt (Clyde Crashcup). Additional Voices: Bergen White, Dennis Wilson, Buzz Cason, Dean Andre, Jim Hass. Andre Pfeiffer.
Songs (Album and Special): Chipmunk Jingle Bells” (Traditional), Special Lyrics by Ross Bagdasarian, Jr., Janice Karman; “The Chipmunk Song (Christmas Don’t Be Late)” by Ross Bagdasarian, Sr.; “It’s Beginning To Look a Lot Like Christmas” by Meredith Willson; Sleigh Ride” by Leroy Anderson, Mitchell Parish. Traditional Songs: “Silent Night,” “Deck the Halls,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.”
Songs (Album Only): “The Spirit of Christmas,” “Crashcup’s Christmas” by Chris Caswell; “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” by Hugh Martin, Ralph Blane; “Here Comes Santa Claus (Right Down Santa Claus Lane)” by Gene Autry, Oakley Haldeman.
Today we will be covering all the reasons that make July 15th an important day in History. We will look at; some famous paintings, a Plane that made History, Hear from a Musician with Numerous awards, and dive into the Media. So, sit back and enjoy the content as we browse through History.
We start off in the year 1606. We will peak into the life of a Dutch artist whose paintings are dark yet stunning at the same time. I am proud to introduce to you, Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn.
Rembrandt originally spelled Rembrant, (born July 15, 1606, Leiden, Netherlands—died October 4, 1669, Amsterdam), Dutch Baroque painter and printmaker, one of the greatest storytellers in the history of art, possessing an exceptional ability to render people in their various moods and dramatic guises. Rembrandt is also known as a painter of light and shade and as an artist who favoured an uncompromising realism that would lead some critics to claim that he preferred ugliness to beauty. (Britannica)https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rembrandt-van-Rijn
Rembrandt van Rijn – The Real Rembrandt [Documentary]54 minutes
Now we dive into 1869. This Historical fact combines the competition of Napoleon and a French Chemist. The ending result is something we use everyday.
Would You Believe?
Margarine is patented by French Chemist Hippolye Méga-Mouriès for use by French Navy On July 15, 1869
What Napoleon had to do with the Invention of Margarine
Now we soar through the skies to 1954. The skies were disturbed by a new Plane that first took flight on this day. this plane changed air travel for the better.
Boeing 367-80. Dash 80 was the original prototype for the Boeing 707, America’s first Jetliner. Boeing restored the Dash-80 and it was delivered in August 2003 to the Steven F. Udvar – Hazy Center Smithsonian Institution. Smithsonian Photographic Services NASM Udvar-Hazy Center Photo By Dane Penland.
Did You Know?
In 1954: The prototype of the Boeing 367-80 flies for the first time.
BOEING MODEL 707 STRATOLINER / STRATOTANKER PROTOTYPE PROMOTIONAL FILM 31394
Now we will hear an Album that hit number 1 in 1972.
1972 “Honky Chateau” becomes Elton John’s first No. 1 album in the US, includes hit “Rocket Man”
Here Is the full Album on a Playlist
1988 “Die Hard” directed by John McTiernan and starring Bruce Willis and Alan Rickman is released in the US
The American news television channel was created by Microsoft and General Electric’s NBC unit. The first show of the channel was hosted by Jodi Applegate.
MSNBC’s On-Air Launch 1996-07-15
MSNBC First 5 Minutes on Air
2006: Twitter is launched on this day.
TWITTER: HOW IT ALL BEGAN – BBC NEWS
I hope you have found this Post to be Educational and Entertaining. I know I learned plenty while researching these topics. If you like my Posts, please feel free to Subscribe, Comment, and Share. Till we meet again, be Safe and Kind to all you meet.
Today is Saturday July 11th. I scoured the internet to find interesting facts and events that occurred on this day from as far back as 1859 to 2009. I hope these facts and events make you smile and help you learn something you might not have known. So here we go!
We start with 1859. In 1859, Big Ben, the great bell inside the famous London clock tower, chimed for the first time.We will show you a Picture from 1859 and even a historical video about Big Ben.
1955 – U.S.A. ‘In God We Trust’
1955 : President Eisenhower signed a bill requiring use of the inscription ‘In God We Trust’ on all paper money. “On this day in 1956, two years after pushing to have the phrase “under God” inserted into the pledge of allegiance, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signs a law officially declaring “In God We Trust” to be the nation’s official motto. The law, P.L. 84-140, also mandated that the phrase be printed on all American paper currency. The phrase had been placed on U.S. coins since the Civil War when, according to the historical association of the United States Treasury, religious sentiment reached a peak. Eisenhower’s treasury secretary, George Humphrey, had suggested adding the phrase to paper currency as well.
Although some historical accounts claim Eisenhower was raised a Jehovah’s Witness, most presidential scholars now believe his family was Mennonite. Either way, Eisenhower abandoned his family’s religion before entering the Army, and took the unusual step of being baptized relatively late in his adult life as a Presbyterian. The baptism took place in 1953, barely a year into his first term as president.
Although Eisenhower embraced religion, biographers insist he never intended to force his beliefs on anyone. In fact, the chapel-like structure near where he and his wife Mamie are buried on the grounds of his presidential library is called the “Place of Meditation” and is intentionally inter-denominational. At a Flag Day speech in 1954, he elaborated on his feelings about the place of religion in public life when he discussed why he had wanted to include “under God” in the pledge of allegiance: “In this way we are reaffirming the transcendence of religious faith in America’s heritage and future; in this way we shall constantly strengthen those spiritual weapons which forever will be our country’s most powerful resource in peace and war.”
The first paper money with the phrase “In God We Trust” was not printed until 1957. Since then, religious and secular groups have argued over the appropriateness and constitutionality of a motto that mentions “God,” considering the founding father’s dedication to maintaining the separation of church and state”.(History) https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/president-eisenhower-signs-in-god-we-trust-into-law
“Telstar was launched by NASA on July 10, 1962, from Cape Canaveral, Fla., and was the first privately sponsored space-faring mission. Two days later, it relayed the world’s first transatlantic television signal, from Andover Earth Station, Maine, to the Pleumeur-Bodou Telecom Center, Brittany, France.
Developed by Bell Telephone Laboratories for AT&T, Telstar was the world’s first active communications satellite and the world’s first commercial payload in space. It demonstrated the feasibility of transmitting information via satellite, gained experience in satellite tracking and studied the effect of Van Allen radiation belts on satellite design. The satellite was spin-stabilized to maintain its desired orientation in space. Power to its onboard equipment was provided by a solar array, in conjunction with a battery back-up system.
Although operational for only a few months and relaying television signals of a brief duration, Telstar immediately captured the imagination of the world. The first images, those of President John F. Kennedy and of singer Yves Montand from France, along with clips of sporting events, images of the American flag waving in the breeze and a still image of Mount Rushmore, were precursors of the global communications that today are mostly taken for granted.
Telstar operated in a low-Earth orbit and was tracked by the ground stations in Maine and France. Each ground station had a large microwave antenna mounted on bearings, to permit tracking the satellite during the approximately half-hour period of each orbit when it was overhead. The signals from Telstar were received and amplified by a low-noise “maser” (Microwave Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation), the predecessor of the modern laser. After demonstrating the feasibility of the concept, subsequent communications satellites adopted a much higher orbit, at 22,300 miles above the Earth, at which the satellite’s speed matched the Earth’s rotation and thus appeared fixed in the sky. During the course of its operational lifespan, Telstar 1 facilitated over 400 telephone, telegraph, facsimile and television transmissions. It operated until November 1962, when its on-board electronics failed due to the effects of radiation”. (NASA) https://www.nasa.gov/topics/technology/features/telstar.html
1962- The Telstar satellite, the first active communications satellite, is launched by AT&T, inspiring the Tornadoes’ instrumental hit of the same name later that year.
David Bowie’s “Space Oddity” single is rush-released to beat the moon landing, which happens nine days later.
1996- The night before a show at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Smashing Pumpkins touring keyboard player Jonathan Melvoin dies at age 34 after shooting heroin with drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, who is fired from the band a few days later (he returns to the fold in 1999). The Sarah McLachlan song “Angel” is inspired by Melvoin’s death.
2009
2009- “Boom Boom Pow,” after spending 12 weeks at #1, is replaced by another Black Eyed Peas song, “I Gotta Feelin’.”
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First off, I want to apologize for not posting in the past few months. I was in a bad place Mentally. This Covid 19 has really took it’s tole on me. You see, I am a Social Butterfly in Real Life. So naturally, when I was told i couldn’t go out, I got a touch of the Depression. I tried to cheer myself up by posting as many upbeat Blog ideas as I could gather. After a while, it became harder to find Topics that wouldn’t bum people out. It crushed me that I couldn’t give you all something to Smile at and look forward to. So, I thought that I should just lay low for a while until I had something that would take your minds off of Reality. Seeing as though most of the Country is having more spikes of Covid, we could all use some relief. So, I have decided that I will post at least 1 thing a day, that will make us Smile, even if for just a minute. Please keep coming back to see what I have dug up for us all.
“I’ve learned how to appreciate the little things in life and look at the bright side.”
“I’ve realized that I’m a bit of a procrastinator.”
“I’ve learned just how quickly I can clean my whole house (30 minutes).”
“I Learned that Older movies and TV shows are more my thing.”
” I learned that Super Mario Bros is way harder when you are 40.”
” I have learned how to change my dinner ideas in an instant based on what the store has in stock.”
” I also learned that spending all day with the Family, can make you Crazy! LOL”
“But above all, I learned that I do truly Love my Family.”
That’s what I have learned so far. I hope it made you Smile just a little. Leave a Comment with what you have learned thus far. Till tomorrow, Be safe and stay Unique!
Hello! Welcome to my World! Today we will be going over things in the house that we seldom clean, but should be cleaning more often. I hope you will find this informative and helpful. So let’s begin.
We are all human. Being human, we tend to forget things. I am definitely guilty! I always forget to clean my brooms. Even though we forget these places that need cleaning, they still need to get done. So, here is my list of Commonly forgotten cleaning areas and items.
Here is a list of items that we really need to stop procrastinating over and just clean them.
Refrigerator:
Toss old containers and expired food, and wipe everything down with multipurpose spray. Soak drawers in warm water and scrub them clean with dish soap.
Garbage disposals take care of excess food waste in a pinch, but they can also be prone to mold, decay, and clogs. Give them some attention every week by turning on the hot water, pouring a solution of equal parts vinegar and baking soda down the drain, and running the disposal for at least 1 full minute.
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This is probably the last place anyone would think to clean. When really it should be the first thing that you clean. when you vacuum, you are picking up debris and dust from your floors. You should be emptying the vacuum accordingly and wiping it out at the same time. This will prevent the debris from accidentally shooting back out onto the floor.
Disclaimer
Please be sure you read the Owners manual for your Vacuum before taking it apart or cleaning.
The soleplate of an iron should be cleaned whenever there is obvious residue on it or it no longer glides smoothly.
Disclaimer
As always, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning your particular iron. If you’ve misplaced the owner’s manual, check if the online version is available on the manufacturer’s website.
For sticky spots:
“Believe it or not, newspaper makes a great iron cleaner. (You can also use paper towels or a dry cotton towel.)
Start by turning the iron on to the highest setting (do not use steam) and run the hot, dry iron across the paper towel until it’s clean. If extra abrasion is needed, sprinkle a tablespoon of salt on top of a newspaper and repeat. To rinse off residue, run the iron over a damp, clean towel after it cools.
To remove oily substances:
To remove oil from the soleplate, unplug the iron and allow it to cool. Wipe the entire soleplate with a cloth dipped in distilled white vinegar. Rinse with a damp cloth. If oily spots remain, wipe with a cloth dipped in ammonia. Rinse with a damp cloth. Dry completely.
To remove stains:
To remove mineral deposits from the soleplate, apply a paste of baking soda and water to the affected areas and scrub with a damp cloth. Wipe clean with a wet cloth.
To remove mineral deposits from vent openings, scrub the vents using a cotton swab and some baking soda paste. Wipe clean with a wet cotton swab.
If the iron is leaving brown water spots on clothes when using steam, that means it’s time to clean the reservoir. Empty the reservoir completely and refill with 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar and 3/4 cup distilled water. Turn the iron to full steam and run it back and forth over an old towel until the reservoir is empty. If the iron has a spray option, spray until the water no longer appears miscolored. Refill the reservoir with distilled water and repeat to make sure all mineral residue is gone.
Whether they’re hanging or standing, picture frames are sneaky dust collectors. Every 1-2 weeks, use a feather duster to clear excess dirt from the surfaces. Be especially careful with gilded or textured frames. Using anything other than a gentle duster might damage the delicate finish. Metal frames, on the other hand, can be wiped down with harsher soaps.
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windows
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Curtains
HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU CLEAN YOUR CURTAINS?
Curtains naturally attract dust and absorb odors over time. It is recommended to clean your curtains every 3 to 6 months. Having your curtains cleaned on a regular basis is a good idea to keep your house fresh and clean.
WHEN WILL A CURTAIN REQUIRE MORE FREQUENT CLEANING?
While cleaning your curtains every 3 to 6 months should be appropriate for most household requirements, we would recommend more frequent cleaning if the following factors play a role in your home:
Allergies
Curtains can trap a variety of common allergens including dust, pollen, mold spores, pet hair and dander. If you or a family member suffers from allergies, regular curtain and carpet cleaning should be a crucial part of your household routine.
Smoking
Smoke particles from cigarettes, cigars and pipes are easily trapped in curtains fabric. If you don’t want to make your curtains yellow or have a strong smell of smoke in your house, make sure you let plenty of fresh air in and clean your curtains every month if possible.
You live near the sea
If you live near the sea and specially if you have sea views, salt is not your best friend. Salty sea air can affect curtains as well as the windowpanes. Hard wearing curtain fabrics are your best choice under these circumstances, and frequent cleaning is a must. (Mr. Time Saver) https://mrtimesaver.nl/often-cleaning-curtain-care/
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Pillows
How often you should wash your Pillows
Pillows, especially, should be washed at least two to four times a year (say, every four months) to help them last longer.
How to Wash Down and Fiberfill Pillows in the Washer
You’re in luck: Most down and fiberfill pillows are machine-friendly, which means you can just toss them in the washing machine for a refresh. Be sure to wash two pillows at a time to keep the washer balanced, ensuring an all-around clean. While any washing machine will do, front- or top-loading machines without an agitator (a.k.a. the large spindle in the middle of some machines) is your best bet. If an agitator-style top loader is your only option, place the pillows in the tub vertically to lessen the chance of them getting damaged by the agitator.
It goes without saying that you should always read your pillow’s care label and follow the directions accordingly. If you clipped off the tag or can’t find the instructions, use this step-by-step as your guide:
Select the gentle cycle and use warm water, then add on an extra cold water rinse and spin cycle.
Add a small amount of detergent, such as Good Housekeeping Seal star Tide.
Tumble the pillows dry on low heat, fluffing and turning them often. To help keep pillows plump, toss in a few dryer balls from Nellie’s. Remember: Since pillows take longer to dry than a normal load of clothes, musty smells may arise. In that case, set pillows in the sun for a few hours to get rid of the stench.
How to Wash Foam Pillows
Unfortunately, you can’t put your latex or memory foam pillows straight in the washing machine. While foam pillows are resistant to dust mites, it’s still important to clean them on a regular basis. As always, you should check the washing instructions on the pillow’s tag, or follow Forte’s cleaning method outlined here:
Remove pillow covers or pillowcases and wash according to the care tag. If you cut off the care tag, stick the pillowcases and covers in the washing machine, select the normal or casual cycle, and use hot water. Add detergent, such as Good Housekeeping Seal star Tide.
To get rid of dust or dirt on the pillow, vacuum both sides, or tumble in the dryer on the no-heat or air-only cycle for 20 minutes.
Spot clean any soiled areas with a cloth dipped in a mild sudsy soap solution. Lightly rinse with a damp cloth. (FYI, wet foam tears easily, so be gentle with the water and soap solution.)
Allow the pillow to air dry completely before putting it back on the bed or couch.
Window sills and Window tracks
It’s easy to tell when your windows are dirty, but windowsills and tracks often go unnoticed. Dust away any loose dirt and dead bugs (or use a vacuum with a brush attachment). Use a spray bottle of white vinegar to spray the area and let it sit for a minute. Wipe with paper towels and use Q-Tips for those hard-to-reach areas.
It’s probably a good idea to keep the places you store all your food and dishes clean, right? Empty them out (preferably one at a time to avoid unnecessary clutter), toss expired food, and wipe everything down.
Patio Furniture
As the weather warms up, why not make sure your patio furniture looks good as new before you actually start using it?
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Garage
Organizing your garage is just as important as actually cleaning it. You’d be amazed how much stuff accumulates in there over time.
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Soap scum and mildew stains are haunting your shower curtain, but it doesn’t take long to clean them.
How Often Should I Wash My Plastic Shower Curtain?
Probably more often than you think. After all, you come face to face with your shower curtain or plastic liner on an almost daily basis. Ideally, you should be washing it once a month. At the very least, however, you should aim to clean your plastic shower curtain once every three months. When you think about it, four to 12 times a year isn’t really that often and the process shouldn’t take long at all now that you know how to wash a shower curtain.
Keep in mind that washing a shower curtain will help keep it free of soap scum, but mildew is another story. If you’ve noticed mildew on your shower curtain—be it plastic or cloth—don’t fret.
How to Wash a Shower Curtain
Method 1 — The Washing Machine: Wash your shower curtain in the washer using warm water combined with vinegar, baking soda or gentle laundry detergent. Note: Pick one of the three cleaners listed above. Do not use all three at once. You don’t want to cause a science experiment volcano or a nasty chemical reaction in your washing machine. Afterwards, hang your clean shower curtain back on the shower rod to dry.
Method 2—Handwashing: You can also wash your plastic shower curtain using baking soda and a microfiber cloth. Dampen the cloth and then sprinkle some baking soda on it. You’ll use this cleaning solution to scrub the entire shower curtain. After scrubbing, rinse with warm water and revisit any patches of soap scum or hard water stains that are left with the cloth and baking soda. Rinse again until you have a clean shower curtain. This process also leaves a nice fresh scent in the bathroom.
Remove Mold From Shower Curtain Naturally
place the shower curtain onto the bottom of the tub and give it a good sponge bath.
Pre-soak the sponge and shower liner with either hydrogen peroxide or white distilled vinegar (if you can handle the smell of the vinegar) and get scrubbing!
You can do the same with hydrogen-peroxide and get similar results without the odor.
pay more attention to the creases and lower third of the liner to ensure that you get it all.
Don’t forget to get in-between the folds and seams of the shower liner. Many liners have metal eyelets that will need some scrubbing where the liner meets the edge of the eyelet.
Sometimes, the soap-scum buildup is more difficult to get rid of than the mold and mildew. Either way, it’s all gotta go because the soap-scum buildup (cellulose material) is what the mold is feeding on.
After your shower curtain is mold and mildew free, you can hang the shower liner to air-dry or toss in the dryer (on low/gentle settings) with a few towels mixed in to protect the curtain from damage.
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Shower heads
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If the water from your shower head is shooting out in all directions, or your flow has become almost nonexistent, the holes in your shower head are probably clogged with minerals. Not to worry: we have a remedy for this situation.
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clean the condensation pan under your refrigerator
Clean the Washing Machine
How Often Should You Clean Your Washing Machine?
It might seem counter-intuitive to regularly clean an appliance you use to clean other items, but it’s still important to do—especially when it comes to your washing machine. As for how often to give this laundry room workhouse a wipe down. In an ideal world, you should be cleaning your washing system about once a month.
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Clean the Shower Mat
How Often Should You Wash Your Bathmats?
Sure, your bathmat probably feels nice and soft on your feet after every shower, but underneath all that comfort may be some pretty gnarly grime and not-so-nice germs.
Determine how much use your bathmat gets – The condition of your bathmat really comes down to how much you use it.
If you’re like most people, you are using it daily. If you share a bathroom with more than one person you then you have to factor in their daily usage in addition to yours.
You also need to consider the time in between each use where your bathmat can dry and air out. The more it is used and the less time it has to dry the more likely your bathmat has unseen dirt, germs, and even mold or mildew settling in!
Wash your bathmats accordingly – This answer to how often you should wash your bathmats can be subjective and a bit complicated. To make things simple, a good rule of thumb is to wash your bathmat at least once per week.
If you find yourself in a household that shares a bathroom between two or more people, then we suggest washing your bath mats every 3 to 5 days.
If you have your own bathroom, you may be able to get away with washing your bathmats about every 10 days to prevent mold or mildew build up underneath the fabric.
Minimize long-term moisture – It’s important to create an environment that allows your bathmats to fully dry.
Turn on your bathroom’s fan or open a window during and after showers. Why? Because adding a little ventilation to your bathroom helps cut down on the steam buildup, which can seep into both soft (bathmats) and hard surfaces, making your bathroom a tropical paradise for mold spores, bacteria, and other unpleasant things.
When you are done using your bathmat, hang it up! Exposing both sides of the bathmat to the light of day will help it dry more quickly and reduce the risk of mold and mildew.
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Clean the Dishwasher Machine
How often you should clean your dishwasher — and how to do it.
Over time grease, soap scum and food debris build up in dishwashers. Not only does this provide a breeding ground for germs, it also reduces the efficiency of the appliance. According to house-maintenance expert Bob Vila, you should clean your dishwasher filter and drain once a month. Fortunately, his three-step process is easy to do and doesn’t require any special tools.
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All the Cards in your Wallet
The Germiest Thing in Your Wallet Isn’t What You Think It Is
The bad news is that you probably touch it every single day; the good news is that you can clean it. You probably know that the money you carry around with you can get pretty grungy. You have no idea how many people have touched it or done unspeakable things with those coins and bills, after all, so you probably handle that cash with the knowledge that you’re going to want to wash your hands or work through a wallet cleaning checklist soon. However, it’s not the dirtiest item in your wallet!
Credit cards and Debit cards are. You use them almost every day, probably without thinking of how many times you touch them and how few times you’ve actually cleaned them. One in 10 bank cards were contaminated with fecal matter, according to a 2012 study. Wipe the card with a damp cloth or anti-bacterial wipe, then gently scrub the magnetic strip with an eraser.
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Clean your Purse
How Often Should You Clean The Handbag You Wear Every Day?
Ladies, that bag you so carelessly throw over your shoulder is actually a breeding ground for bacteria. From leaving it on the floor, bringing it to the bathroom with you, or throwing in the cards, keys, coins and money that rattle with bacteria or germs, most handbags have traces of E.coli trapped between receipts.
To keep your bag in pristine condition, wipe down the outside with a baby wipe, clear out the contents and hoover the inside once a week.
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Keys
Keys are another item you use daily, so they can definitely use a wash. To keep them clean and prevent rust, scrub with lemon and salt and rinse with dish soap. If they’re already rusty, soak them in a vinegar and water mixture for 20 minutes, rinse, then put them back in for another 30 minutes. This ensures the rust comes out completely.
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Garbage Bins
Its name implies that garbage bins are supposed to be dirty, but washing them out with a hose every once in a while will make taking out the trash a slightly less painful chore.
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Doorknobs
Take a few minutes and wipe down the most touched knobs in your house.
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Keyboards
When was the last time you cleaned your keyboard? If you can’t remember when it might be time to get on that. Keyboards can be home to staphylococcus aureus, a type of bacteria that can cause potentially serious infections in humans, according to a 2018 study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. On a more positive note, cleaning your keyboard is a relatively easy task. In fact, you can clean your laptop in less than 5 minutes with the right tricks.
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Clean Earbuds and Headphones
As we wear headphones, our skin cells, sebum, ear wax, and facial products stick to the parts that touch our ears and face, and the ever stickier headphones then pick up more dirt from the world around us every time we take them off, put them down, or put them in a bag. So, please clean your Earbuds and Headphones regularly. Ideally, you should do this once a week.
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This is where dust bunnies love to lurk, along baseboards in dark corners. Start by removing as much dust as possible with a vacuum or dust wipe. Then come back through with a damp cloth, Magic Eraser, cleaning wipe, or wood cleaner for non-painted baseboards.
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Grout
Talk about tedious. But these fine lines need a good brushing every now and then also. You can use a vinegar and baking soda paste or commercial cleaner to scrub the grout. Just be sure to test in a discreet area if you have a porous tile or stone backsplash. For extra scrubbing power, use an electric toothbrush.
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Air Vents
Nobody wants to breathe dusty air. And while your air filter is hard at work, dust from within your home can pile up on the outside of vent grates and then get pushed back out into the air you breathe. Vacuum and dust the slats, and even wipe down with a damp cloth for extra assurance. Then unscrew the cover to wipe the underside and vacuum the surrounding area. Make sure it is fully dry before re-screwing back on to prevent rust buildup.
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Throw Pillows
This is one of those things you almost don’t want to think about what’s been building up on or worse, in it. Vacuum the pillow with the upholstery attachment for your vacuum nozzle. If the case is removable, you’re in luck. Simply throw it in the washing machine or hand-wash. (If wool or silk, take to the dry cleaners.) If you can’t remove the cover however, you can still attempt a cycle in the washing machine—just be sure to choose the delicate setting. And if there is any decorative detailing, delicate stitching, or sensitive fabrics, your best bet is to skip the machine, gently vacuum, and spot clean as best you can.
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Remote Control
One of the most-touched objects in your home, your remote control will quickly become covered in grease, crumbs and dust. Any household item, like a remote, that is touched multiple times a day should be cleaned on a weekly basis with disinfectant to avoid germs building up.
Try using a cotton wool bud to get between the buttons, and clean out any lingering crumbs or dirt.
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Brooms and Mops
There’s no point cleaning with a dirty implement! Soak your broom head in water mixed with dish soap and soak your mop in water mixed with bleach. make sure they’re dry before putting them away.
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Lampshades
When you’re going round with your duster, remember to give your lampshades a wipe as their a target for settling dust.
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Underneath Appliances
You’ll find all sorts of dirt and crumbs in these crevices. Shift your appliances out of the way and give these surfaces a clean.
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House Plants
Not something you’d think to clean, but dust settles on the leaves. Give them a gentle dusting by wiping with a cloth, a 30 second low-power shower, or blasting with a hairdryer on a low heat.
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If you’ve ever looked or accidentally touched your kitchen extractor fan, you’ll know how greasy it gets. Remove the filter and soak in boiling hot soapy water mixed with baking soda to remove grease. Give them a good scrub, rinse and dry.
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Dish Rack
We depend on dish drying racks to air out our newly-cleaned dishes, but what do you do when your dish rack itself gets dirty?
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you’ll need to clean it weekly if you want to prevent mildew from growing in the first place. “If you see it getting moldy faster, then you’ll need to clean it more often,” she says. “Ideally, you’d give it a quick clean every time it’s empty and can easily be rinsed off.”
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Bathroom Accessories
Nobody likes a grimy toothbrush holder and soap dish.
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Under and behind the Toilet
Easy to forget, but crucial if you want a spotless bathroom.
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Blinds
‘Clean your blinds once a month to get rid of any dust and germs that are lingering on their surfaces,’ recommends 247 Blinds.
A roller of roman blind are the easiest to clean and will just require a soft dusting or gentry vacuum every so often. However, a Venetian blind or plantation shutter are a little trickier. Wipe each slat down a a cloth and some washing up liquid and fish with a duster to make your blinds look good as new.
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Bed Headboards
If you have a headboard, don’t forget that these come into contract with your skin and hair every day. That means a build up of sweat, oil and other cosmetic products. Check the headboard instructions for the best way to clean it. However, a vacuum or steam clean should do the trick for most head boards.
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Mattresses
Mattresses can become a haven of dead-skin, stains and dust mites if left uncleaned. Aim to clean your mattress at least twice a year by removing your bed linen, hoovering the surface and treating any discoloration or staining with an upholstery cleaner.
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Light Switches
Healthline.com recommends wiping down all light switches with a disinfecting cloth once a week.
Experts at Real Simple say that a brush properly cared for can last between one to three years. So what does “proper care” mean in this case? Removing hair manually after every use, washing by hand with shampoo and leaving it overnight to dry once a month, as well as cutting out any extra jammed-in-there hairs with scissors.
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Pet Toys
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Small kitchen Appliances
This includes microwaves, toasters, blenders, coffee pots, and any other small cooking appliances in the kitchen. Give each one a thorough cleaning, then be sure to clean underneath them as well.
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Toys
Your child’s rubber ducky is a sneakily perfect location for mold. Take necessary precautions to prevent and remove mold on any bath toys.
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Plug the Holes
Many bath toys, especially ones that squirt water or squeak, have holes in the bottom which can be a target for water to enter and mold to grow. Place a dab of hot glue on these toys before placing them in the bath and you’ll create a water-proof seal on the toy.
Proper Bath Toy Storage
To prevent mold from forming in the first place, create a healthy environment for storing your child’s bath toys. Consider investing in a tray or rack that will allow the water to drain from the toys, leaving them close to an open window for proper ventilation or using fans and vents to disperse leftover steam from the bath. Anything that dries the toys out will help prevent mold from forming.
Even if you know all the ins and outs of how to clean baby bath toys, sometimes that gunk still won’t go away. When that happens, simply throw them out. It’s better for your kids to play with new toys than anything that can get them sick.
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“Put the toys into a freezer bag, lock it tightly shut and place it in the freezer. This will kill and suffocate any mites inside.”
Computer and TV screens
First things first: Make sure your devices are turned off and cooled off before you start cleaning. Wipe away dust and loose dirt with a soft cloth. Dip that cloth into a solution equal parts water and isopropyl alcohol and wring it out (it should be damp, but not wet). Gently wipe the screen and dry with a second cloth.
Reusable Grocery and Laundry Bags
Think of all the places these bags have been the floor, the trunk of your car, the kitchen counter, the table at the laundromat. It’s time to give them a good cleaning. Throw them in the washing machine on a hot water regular cycle with the rest of your clothes. It can go in the dryer, too.
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