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Thankfully, the last few weeks have
provided us all with warm days and rain
showers allowing our yards to be free of
any remaining snow from what seemed
like a never ending winter.
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Most of us took advantage of those
warm days and spent them outdoors,
having fun and cleaning our yards.
Now it’s time to open the windows and
start the dreaded spring cleaning we
know must be done but drag our feet to
actually finish.
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But what’s the point of opening our
windows for fresh air when we willingly
fill our home with chemicals from most
household cleaners?
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Instead, let the fresh air spread the
scents from natural homemade cleaners
that do the same job minus the hazard.
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A simple search can give you dozens of
ways to create your own cleaning products at home at an extremely low cost
and almost all the ingredients you need
can be found at your local grocery store.
For an all-purpose cleaner, mix 1/2 a
cup vinegar, 2 cups isopropyl alcohol
and 1 teaspoon dish soap. Pour mixed
ingredients into an empty one-gallon
jug or other gallon container. Add 10-20
drops of either lavender, tea tree or peppermint essentials oils. Shake to mix and
then add enough distilled water to fill
the gallon and shake again.
An all-purpose cleaner can also be made
by mixing 9 parts water with 1 part white
vinegar.
To get rid of all those pesky finger
prints left by the little ones on your
windows, combine 4 cups organic
vinegar, 1 1/2 cups water and 15 drops
lemon essential oil to create an organic
window spray that will leave your windows smudge free. Be sure to shake well
before each use and wipe windows clean
with a soft cloth.
No one likes to dust. In fact, it’s probably
my least favorite part of cleaning. But,
like all aspects of cleaning, it must be
done. Luckily, there’s a simple way to
have that lemon fresh scent on your
wood surfaces without the chemicals.
Simply mix 1 cup water, 1/4 cup vinegar,
2 tsp olive oil and 10-15 drops of lemon
essential oil in a spray bottle.
In a large bucket, mix 1 gallon hot water,
16 drops of sweet orange essential oil,
9 drops lemon essential oil, and 1/4 cup
organic lemon juice. Dip a large sponge
in to the bucket, squeeze it out and clean
the floor in sections in a circular motion
and let dry.
You can also make your own bathroom cleaners at very little cost and
with minimal ingredients.
For a tub and tile cleaner, combine 1
2/3 cups baking soda with 1/2 a cup of
vegetable oil-based liquid soap in a jar or
spray bottle. Add 1/2 a cup of water and
2 tablespoons vinegar. Shake well. Apply
with a cloth or sponge and rinse well.
Make your own toilet bowl cleaner by
simply mixing 1/4 a cup borax or baking
soda and 1 cup vinegar in the toilet. Let
it soak for at least 15 minutes then scrub
and flush.
Or for a lemon-based scrub for counters, sinks and tubs, mix 1/4 cup borax,
1 cup baking soda and 1 tablespoon
biodegradable liquid soap in a jar or
similar container. Slowly add water while
stirring until the mixture is at a thick but
pourable consistency. Then stir in 10
drops lemon or peppermint essential oil.
Even your oven can be cleaned with a
made at home product. Mix 2 cups hot
water, 1 tablespoon natural dish liquid
and 1 teaspoon borax. Spray and let sit
for 20 minutes before wiping off with a
clean cloth. For the best results, wipe off
as much loose grease and material as
possible before spraying it down.
Using an organic floor cleaner is a
great way to get your floors sparkling
without the chemicals others can leave
behind, especially if you have small children or animals.
For an antibacterial spray to use
throughout the house, combine 1 cup
white vinegar, 3 cups water, 10 drops
tea tree essential oil, 1 teaspoon liquid
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essential oil into a spray bottle. Spray on
any smooth surface and wipe clean.
To add fragrance to most home-made
cleaning supplies, you can add essential
oils such as lavender, lemon, thyme or
eucalyptus, all of which are also considered to be antiseptic and antibacterial.
As with any new product, remember to
test the area you are cleaning to make
sure the surface does not react or discolor in any way.
Even if your schedule won’t allow for
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To complete your own green cleaning
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Borax - Laundry
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Decades ago the personal computer was
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allowing students the opportunity to get
acquainted with a machine that would one
day help run their lives. What was not apparent then is that those computers were
rewriting how students would approach
learning in the decades to come.
That day has arrived, yet the personal computer has been passed over for smart devices like the iPad, or other mobile devices
(think cell phones) that have more computing power than the massive computer used
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Once seen as a disturbance, a nuisance, a
distraction by teachers and school faculty,
these devices are receiving accolades and
support from teachers and administrators
as an aid in the learning process when students leave school for the day, tasked with
hours and hours of homework.
Yes, homework, the bane of every students’
existence, is now getting an assist from
online applications accessed through
those smart devices. From math to English
to physics, calculus, science and history, students are finding help with their
homework online when they’re on the bus
ride home, or walking up the driveway, cell
phone in hand. And who’s happier about
not having to sit and help with homework
than mom and dad?
One such app is Snapsolve, which
launched in mid-April, and allows students
having trouble in subjects involving math
to take a photo of the problem their working on, send it to a tutor through the app,
and in return are connected to a tutor who
sends back answers and explanations.
The application is a descendant of StudyRoom. Launched last fall, StudyRoom’s
concept was to connect college students
through online chat groups, allowing them
to discuss subjects and share notes and
ideas.
StudyRoom’s tutors are actually students
who receive “reputation points” based on
their work and knowledge in a subject. The
app became so popular it was opened up
to all grade levels, with Snapsolve eventually being created from that application.
In order to be connected with the right
tutor, students merely take a photo of
their problem or question they’re working
on and send it to Snapsolve, entering additional information, like the subject, and
any questions about the topic they need
answered. After being received at Snapsolve, it is funneled to the proper tutor
who returns an answer and any additional,
pertinent information.
The return time on a response is about 15
minutes. The service can be free, for easy
questions, or can cost up to $9.99 for more
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overnight math genius.
Another online app that helps students
with homework is Studypool. It’s similar
to Snapsolve and StudyRoom in that you
send a photo of your problem or question
to the site, the difference is how you are
connected with a tutor.
When a student sends their query, they
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pay for the answer, as well as a timeline on
when they need the question or problem
answered. Tutors will then bid against each
other to earn the right to answer the question. The tutor whose winning bid is accepted is paid through the user’s account,
which is the first step in using the service.
Tutor.com is another in which users log on,
choose a subject and hit the Search button.
A list all tutors in that particular subject appears on the screen and the user is free to
vet the tutor based on their bio and receive
the help they need.
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Things Our Mothers Taught us About Parenting
By Bill Corbett
My mom turns 72 this month and I’m
thinking about what I will do to celebrate Mother’s Day with her. I cherish the fact that I have her to spend
time with and that I live close enough
to spend several evenings per week,
playing her favorite table game with
her. Without revealing details, my mom
experienced some great hardships when
I was a child. She often apologizes for
some of the bad things that happened
to us and to me, but I often give her a
hug and say, “All of that doesn’t matter
now. Thank you for giving me life and
choosing to keep me.”
sticks by the methods she used but she
respects the work I do.
All of this reminds me of a message that
someone once posted on my parenting
Facebook page. The person stated, “I’m
turning into my mother and I don’t like
what I’m doing!” She was referring to
the phrases that were coming out of her
mouth and the methods of parenting
she was using that were classic of what
her mother use to do. This woman knew
they weren’t very effective and was seeking my help in learning what she could
do differently.
This inspired me to list the top five
When I think back to some of the “parthings we should refrain from doing
enting” things she did in raising me, I
when it comes to raising children in
realize that many of them were not very
today’s modern world; things that many
effective in helping me to grow into
of our mothers probably DID do with us
the emotionally balanced, spiritual and
when we were children. If you’re already
grounded man that I am today. It took
doing any of these things, it’s never too
many years of healing on my own to
late to change your methods. Begin by
undo some of the effects of her mothering. We’ve had a few mother-son discus- acknowledging what you’re doing, making the effort to pause before reacting,
sions about this and the fact that the
and choosing something different.
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differ greatly
from what she did. She
Constant Correction. Although they
meant well, many of our moms constantly corrected our words and our actions
because they had specific expectations
for us. They believed it was their place
to point out our short comings and build
us into the best children possible. While
they may have been successful in keeping us on the straight and narrow, it also
caused us to doubt ourselves and fall
short in the area of self-confidence. For
some of us, our authenticity may have
been sacrificed.
Guilt and Shame. As a means for correction, many of us were shamed for
what we did with moral judgments or
warnings. It was intended to make us
feel bad about what we had done. I
remember hearing the words, “Nice boys
don’t _____________.” This made me
feel as if there was something wrong
with me and that I was not like other
boys. It also taught me not to take risks
because I would most likely do something wrong or end up embarrassing my
mother.
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reminded of this
limitation every time
I receive a request
from someone and
must decline. I have
to take into consider-
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to respond as to whether I can accommodate that request or not. When I do
have to decline, it starts as a firm “No”
deep down inside. But subconsciously,
providing that “No, I’m sorry I can’t do
that now,” becomes difficult to do, thanks
to the early years when my mother did
not allow me to say no as a child.
Sometimes, keeping kids healthy
takes creativity.
Rescuing When Things Don’t Go Well.
I loved the game of baseball. During
my very first Little League practice, I got
hit in the head when the pitcher served
me the ball. Then at the few practices
that followed, it became clear that I had
trouble grasping the art of catching the
ball with my glove. Soon after that, my
mom pulled me from the team because
she wanted to spare me the heartache
of not being able to play the sport
well. It’s possible that if she allowed
me to remain, I might have adapted to
playing the sport as well as I had always
dreamed of playing.
Now don’t get me wrong, there are many
great things that our mothers did well.
In fact, I could write volumes on the
many wonderful things my mother did
that I’ll remember forever. I especially
appreciate the things she did that kept
me safe and out of harm’s way so that I
could be here today to write this article.
What our mothers did, they did because
that’s how it was done back then. But
we know differently today because the
world has changed in many ways and so
have we. So when you hear something
come out of your mouth that you’re
heard your mother say, stop yourself and
ask, “What is it that I’d really like to say to
my child?”
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Growing a garden with your child
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Planting a garden with your children is
a great activity for both you and your
young one. Kids love to dig holes and
play in the dirt. Let your kids assist in
the watering, weeding, and harvesting of the crops. They will feel proud
watching their little seeds grow into
large plants. It will make them curious
as to what that plant tastes like. As a
The best crops to grow with your
children need to be easy. High maintenance fruits and vegetables will be
too much work for you and your child.
Plants that produce a high volume of
crops are also good for children. Peas,
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Friday, May 1
STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER (DROP-OFF)
The Stuffed Animal Sleepover is back!
From 12:00-4:30 p.m. today, kids can drop
off their SECOND-favorite stuffed animal
for a sleepover at the Newburyport Public
Library. The stuffed animals will have a
fun-filled night in the library, and kids can
pick them up the next day. Pictures of the
stuffed animals’ antics will then be posted
online the following week! No registration
necessary. Please note: This is a sleepover
for stuffed animals, not children. Please
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Saturday. Please call 978-465-4428 ext. 4 or
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Saturday, May 2
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Tuesday, May 5
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May 5 | 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Avengers assemble! Come celebrate Age
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Thursday, May 7
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Turn your half-day into a movie afternoon!
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Saturday, May 9
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Saturday, May 9, 2015, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. at
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from Haverhill Fire Department will be
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smoke house for children to learn to crawl
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Dalmatian, Children’s Corner with a wooden fire truck children can play in, a hose
and reel to pull and attach to the truck, and
a dress up area. Refreshments available
for purchase. Museum gift shop will be
open. Cost is $5 adults, $2 children under
12, and $10 for families. For more information please call 978-372-4061 or visit www.
HaverhillFirefightingMuseum.org.
Donuts With Dads (3 to 6 years old)
Children ages 3-6 and their fathers, grandfathers or uncles are invited to join us for a
fun story and activity time with an added
bonus of sweet, yummy donuts and juice!
Please register online or call the Children’s
Department for more information.
Date / Time:: Saturday May 9, 2015
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM Contact:
Children’s Department 978-686-4080
Nevins Memorial Library, Methuen
Sunday, May 10
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!
MOTHERS DAY AT THE
BIRD BANDING STATION
Come for an exciting visit to the Joppa Flats
Bird Banding Station on the Parker River
National Wildlife Refuge. See Mass Audubon scientists capture, measure, weigh,
examine, and release migrant songbirds.
Learn about migration, habitat use, and
scientific research at a real field station. The
station operates only during the height of
migration in spring (April and May) and fall
(September and October). Children must
be accompanied by an adult.
Date: Sun, May 10, 2015 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: Meet at Joppa Flats Education
Center, One Plum Island Turnpike,
Newburyport. Fee: $10/adult; $6/child.
Preregistration required.
Tuesday, May 12
Pajama Party
Pajama Party is an evening story time for
ages 2-5 with their favorite adult. We will
share stories, songs, a short movie and a
craft. No registration, but pick up a token
at the Children’s Room desk. Children are
invited to bring their stuffed animals and
blankets. Date / Time: Tuesday May 12,
2015 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Memorial Hall Library, Andover
Saturday, May 16
Salisbury Art Stroll
The Salisbury Art Stroll will take place on
Saturday, May 16th, 2015, from 10am-4pm
on the Old Eastern Marsh Rail Trail (parallel
to Bridge Rd/Rt 1) Salisbury, MA. It is a
family friendly event, where artists and
fine-crafters set
up their works
on the trail for
display and to
sell. Come for the
day and listen to
music, have some
food and see the
beautiful artwork
as well as the natural beauty of the
rail trail. Plenty of
free parking.
For more information, please
contact Leah Hill,
lhill@salisburyma.
gov or 978-4632266
Monday, May 18
Play a tabletop game
Play some of our new teen room games
like Zombie Fluxx and more! Open to teens
in grades 6 - 12. Date / Time:: Monday May
18, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Contact: Clare or
Anna 978-623-8401 x 56 ya@mhl.org
Memorial Hall Library, Andover
Saturday, May 23
A Salute to our Service Men and
Women (3 to 8 year olds)
This upbeat family storytime will honor
servicemen and women on the weekend
of Memorial Day. Everyone will make paper
poppies during craft time and make a card
for those currently serving in any branch of
the military. Date / Time:: Saturday May 23,
2015 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Contact:
Children’s Department 978-686-4080
Nevins Memorial Library, Methuen
Please send any events you would like
considered for the Calendar of Events to
Editor@merrimackvalleyparent.com
DRIVERS/MONITORS
WANTED!
We are looking for individuals in the
Southern NH area with a pleasant
disposition, a positive attitude and good
people skills. We will train you to become
a Special Needs Bus Driver or Monitor.
FAMILY BINGO!
May 16 | 2:00 pm
– 3:00 pm
Join us for fun
and prizes at
Family Bingo! Play
to win at an afternoon of friendly
competition. All
ages welcome
at this drop-in
program.
We encourage Senior Citizens, Retirees,
Moms, Dads or others to apply.
DELIVERING CHILDREN,
READY TO LEARN
**Possibility to bring under age
child/grandchild with you**
Position includes:
x Year-round work
x Driveway-to-driveway pay
x Supplemental health
x Dental insurance
x Competitive pay
x Save fuel/Company Vehicle
Drivers
Required:
x Clean driving and criminal
records (Reimbursed upon
start)
x Must pass a DOT physical
(Drivers) and drug test
(We schedule/pay for test)
If you would like to make a difference in a child's life, please call Cathy at
098062
Friday, May 8
SEE, THINK, AND WONDER WALKS: SALT
MARSH SCAVENGER HUNTERS
In every kind of weather, our favorite thing
is to head outdoors to our spectacular
local habitats to see what’s new! We love
to find things, think about colors, shapes
and patterns, and wonder why this place
is a special home to wildlife. Each nature
exploration will focus on the importance of
a sense of place. Local and migrating birds,
other wildlife, collecting techniques, and
environmental awareness will be present-
ed in a fun, energetic format that adults
and children alike will enjoy. Date: Fri, May
08, 2015 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Location: Meet
at Maudslay State Park, Newburyport.
$2.00 parking fee. Fee: $8 adult/$7 child.
Preregistration is required.
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