September is coming to a close and I need to update on the 12 New Things challenge. My goal for this month was to use natural, chemical free cleaning products made from such things as vinegar, baking soda, etc. I feel I mainly succeeded on this one. A few example of my new cleaning routines are swishing the toilet with baking soda (works like a charm), this morning I scrubbed the showed with baking soda and vinegar paste, I have started using vinegar in the wash instead of fabric softener, instead of a bleach based cleaner I am using a vinegar water spray that I mixed. Also, when I do use a fabric softener sheet, I use it to dust after it has been through the dryer. Dryer sheets really do work, and I have cut down on Swiffer usage and dust just a little bit at a time. Overall, the house is much cleaner!
On another note, Mom, Dad, and I leave for an Alaska cruise Saturday morning and will be gone for a week! This week, besides working, we have been busy getting everything in order and ready.
