Sad Day

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Registered: 08-31-2007
Sad Day
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Tue, 10-30-2007 - 10:57pm

I haven't posted in a bit, but I have been checking in and reading a lot.


I just really miss my mom a lot today.  I have been thinking about her.  I wish I could call her.  I'd love to call her up and ask her the best way to wash my mini blinds!  She knew everything like that.  She knew a lot of things...


My heart is just aching tonight. 


Sheri

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Registered: 08-15-2005
In reply to: hrothgarblue
Wed, 10-31-2007 - 3:03am

I am sorry you are having a sad day!

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Registered: 09-11-2004
In reply to: hrothgarblue
Wed, 10-31-2007 - 6:11am

((((((((((Sheri))))))))))))


Some days are so hard. Mama's birthday would have been last week. It was difficult. And she has been gone for 6 years!


Why don't you start a journal? Write like you are writing your Mom...tell her things like "Mom, I had to look on the internet how to wash my mini-blinds. You would have been able to tell me, but I forgot to ask BEFORE I needed to..." If that helps...use it!


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Registered: 09-11-2004
In reply to: hrothgarblue
Wed, 10-31-2007 - 6:15am

How to clean mini blinds


They’re also a bear to clean. Miniblinds attract dust, dirt, grease, hair, pollen, bugs—you name it, it’s probably on your miniblinds. Having tried everything on the market--including those finger-like, shammy-covered contraptions sold next to the miniblind display at the local department store— I have developed my own tried-and-true method of cleaning my miniblinds and keeping them that way.










You will need: a bathtub, grease-cutting dish detergent, heavy cloth gloves or old washcloths; large, old towels; Static-Guard cheap fabric softener sheets.


First, vacuum your miniblinds while they’re still hanging. If you don’t have a suitable attachment on your vacuum cleaner, you can also use a naturally electrostatically-charged wool duster. These are available at most home stores. The new electrostatic cloths don’t work as well because it is very hard to get in-between and behind the blinds unless you use the cloth in your hand. Anyone who has dusted miniblinds with a dustrag knows how time consuming and difficult this is.


Next, remove the blinds from the windows. This is best done by raising the blind, locking it in position, and removing it from its holder. Lay the folded blinds in the bathroom, where the real cleaning process takes place.


Spread a number of large, old towels on the floor to be used to dry clean blinds.


Lay one blind in the bathtub, open to its full extension with slats either up or down, as you prefer. You will be cleaning both sides. Cover the blind with warm water to which you’ve added grease-cutting dish detergent. Follow the detergent manufacturer’s guidelines if you’re unsure of the amount. Just think of the tub as a huge load of dishes. Let the blind soak for at least 5 minutes.


Wearing an old pair of cotton gloves, start washing each individual slat with your fingers. Using the gloves allows you to clean both sides of the blind at the same time, like washing forks. If your must use a cloth, you will have to wash each side separately.

If the water is really dirty, drain the tub. If not, save the water. In either case, lift the blind clear of the water, turn on your shower, and rinse the blind well. Lay it on a towel, and using another towel, blot dry.

If you have a large enough space, you could do a number of blinds before moving on to the next step. When the blind is completely dry, spray it lightly with Static Guard, or bunch up some cheap softener sheets and run them across the slats. This will help prevent the blinds from attracting dust, dirt, and hair.


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Registered: 08-31-2007
In reply to: hrothgarblue
Mon, 11-12-2007 - 2:34pm

Beth-


((( thank you so much )))


that is awesome!

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Registered: 09-11-2004
In reply to: hrothgarblue
Mon, 11-12-2007 - 4:23pm
Least I could do

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In reply to: hrothgarblue
Wed, 11-14-2007 - 2:25pm

I miss my beloved mom to.


She died at Christmas time so this season always reminds me she is gone.


I just wish I could call her and talk to her on the phone.


All the things she missed with my kids and my sister's kids...it is sometimes so heartbreaking.


You are not ALONE in your heartache...I do understand.

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Registered: 03-01-2004
In reply to: hrothgarblue
Wed, 11-14-2007 - 9:26pm

My mom knew everything too.

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Registered: 09-13-2005
In reply to: hrothgarblue
Fri, 11-16-2007 - 9:51pm

Sheri, I am so sorry that you are having a

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In reply to: hrothgarblue
Sat, 11-17-2007 - 9:43am

That's a nice idea Miram.

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Registered: 09-13-2005
In reply to: hrothgarblue
Sat, 11-17-2007 - 11:06am

(((((Angie))))


I can definitely relate to how you are feeling. I think alot of the times, that it was just like yesterday when my dear and precious mother passed away and it is already going onto 3 years. How time flies by hu?


We just have to think of all the good memories of our dear moms and I know that even though we would love to have them back with us, and that is an impossible request, I know in my heart that both of our moms are here with us in spirit.


Take care sweetie and let us know how you are doing. (((((hugs)))))


Miriam

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