Even professional house cleaners don’t always enjoy cleaning. We asked YouTube cleaning expert Melissa Maker to share practical tips that make chores faster, more effective, and less painful. Sherry explores the Danish idea of “hygge”—how simple rituals and cozy touches can make your home feel happier. We also dig into the surprising history behind a popular household soap and recount a hilariously memorable neighborhood thrift-store date night.
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What’s New
- Sherry’s favorite read this week: The Little Book of Hygge.
- As promised, here are a few photos from our neighborhood Thrift Store Date Night—fun memories and fabulous outfits.
- Note: John bought the pink-tie outfit (center) and Sherry purchased the sparkly purple dress on the far right.
What’s Not
- Read a neat Mental Floss piece on the surprising story behind Dr. Bronner and his soap.
- There’s also a documentary about him titled Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soapbox.
- The almond-scented Dr. Bronner soap is a favorite here—diluted, it lasts a very long time.
Melissa Maker, Clean My Space
- Melissa shares cleaning tips, product recommendations, and routines on her Clean My Space website and YouTube channel.
- Her book, also titled Clean My Space, is a handy reference for the tools and techniques she describes.
We’re Digging
- We’ve been fans of Scrub Daddy (and Scrub Mommy). You can often find multi-packs at retailers and online.
- Scrub Daddy started on Shark Tank and has become one of that show’s notable success stories.
- In the photo above you can also spot Sherry’s new shoes. She mentioned her favorite jeans were in the wash so she had to improvise—apparently baggy knees are a thing now.
- Also pictured are my shoes—because some of you always ask about them.
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