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Greeting Card Received

I just talked to my aunt two days ago and she said she sent a greeting card for my dad's birthday.  She was asking me if he already got the card.  When I chatted with my youngest sister on Facebook this afternoon, she said that my dad received the birthday greeting card a week ago.  Well, he does not have an access to the Internet.  My sister is the one who conveys messages to our aunt.  

My long lost aunt lives in New York right now.  We haven't seen her and her family for so many years until recently.   Thanks to social networking.  Her daughter just moved two months ago that is why my aunt is kind of busy helping her in the new house.  Also the reason that her time online is limited.  I know how difficult moving is especially if the new place is farther away.  When my husband and I moved to an apartment for a job-related reason, I just arrived here in the US and still in the process of relieving the jet lag.  When we arrived to the new place, it's clean and ready for occupancy.  The bedrooms are all carpeted.  My husband told me that the apartment admin is responsible to contact cleaners like expert carpet cleaning nyc to fully clean and sanitize the carpets, and if necessary replace the carpeting.

I understand my aunt's limited time on the Internet right now.  I wish my cousin all the best with her new home.  And my father is happy that his sister did not forget to send him greetings on his birthday.

Use Non-Toxic Cleaning Products In Your Home

Sometimes I have no luck in cleaning some portions of the house.  Like the carpet, for example.  There are times I couldn't get the stain off.  I always want my carpet to be smelling clean and free from stain.  My husband never liked the idea of using strong carpet cleaners.  We had it steamed-clean last year before we moved.

So we agreed to use biodegradable carpet cleaning products.  The green carpet cleaning products austin service is offering are made of all natural ingredients that are safe for the home and, also, for the environment.  Not only the http://www.thesteamteam.com/ offers reliable service on carpet cleaning.  They also improve their products to the extent of giving customer satisfaction.

Stain-Free Carpet

Not almost done with one of the BIG chores today, carpet cleaning.  I finished vacuuming the bedroom except for my daughter's and the living room.  The areas are not available right now because she is playing here and there. 

One thing I liked about the carpet installed in our house is that, it does not stain easily.  I mean when something spilled on it, the substance is not absorbed by the carpet immediately.  So when the cleaning comes quickly, there is no stain.  Does it mean the carpet is stain-resistant?  Well, here is a word on "stain-resistant":

     Many carpets and sofas come pretreated with stain-resistant chemicals, which make liquids and potentially staining dyes pool on the surface of the fabric rather than sink right into it.  you can also apply your own stain barrier.  If you do decide to do the job yourself, opt for a stain repellent that prevents both oil- and water-based stains.

     Keep in mind that repellents work by creating a temporary barrier:  If a liquid hits teh surface, it will sit on top before sinking in.  So if you're standing there with a sponge, yes, they work.  but noting is truly stain-proof.  Another thing to consider:  Though treated materials are more durable, most of the chemicals in the treatments have never been tested for long-term health effects in humans, and research has shown that some of the chemicals used may have health risks.  If you're concerned about chemicals, the most natural option is to stick to washable casings and natural-fiber carpets that are not treated!

So we are cleaning our carpet twice a month  and, as needed, steam-clean it once every other year so the stain-resistant layer will not be removed.  And also we are very prompt in cleaning whenever a spill or a staining agent falls on the carpet.

Source:  Woman's Day Oct. 27, 2010

Stain Proof Your Home, p.34