Burke Home Decor - A New Discovery

Burke Home Decor - My latest find....
I came across a brand new home store that I had never seen before and I really want to share it with you.

They have a huge selection home decor, furniture, pillows, throws, products for entertaining, bed and bath, bath and body, rugs and curtains and wallpaper, outdoor products, and always have things on sale.  Orders over $50 Ship Free.  Just click on the photo to be taken directly to the store. You will be surprised just how many products they really do have.  Their website is very user-friendly, and appealing.

Your Grill - Step by Step Guide to Proper Care and Maintenance

Caring for your grill.


Keep your grill clean. 
I understand, no one wants to clean the grill, after eating a huge steak dinner, however, making time to do frequently is very important, if you want to prevent potential grill  fires. Safety should always come first.

You may be one of those people who think to themselves that it will never happen to you, but it does happen all the time.It happened to my Uncle when I was younger and he was very badly burned and was lucky to have survived.  Another reason is simple. You want your food to be the most flavorful it can be.


Clean the grates
You should clean your grill grates before you cookout on the grill but also after you cook on the grill as well.  Try to clean both sides of the grates.  The best tool to use when doing this would be a stiff wire brush.   On the other hand if your grates are cast iron and they have been coated with porcelain,  this requires using a nylon brush to protect the coating.   Never use soap on the grill grates or you will be sorry.  If any soap gets into your food and you digest it, it can make you very nauseated and you will be in the restroom for a very long time.  One handy tip is just before you cook, make a square our of a couple of paper towels and pour some vegetable oil  on to the paper towels and spread the oil onto the grates.


Check the Drip Pan and Firebox
Clean the drip pan and remove the grates and burners to clean the firebox, the reason for this is food and leftover grease usually falls right through the grates directly on top of the firebox.  You may want to check the owners manual to find out if there are specific methods of cleaning your brand of grill.


Be on guard for potential gas leaks
Mixing a small amount of dish washing liquid and water  together in a spray bottle is a common method for determining leaks of all kinds in many things, and in this case it can help prevent gas leaks.  By spraying the sudsy spray over the connection ports and the along the hoses that lead to your grill, you can turn on the tank and check for bubbling.  If you see bubbling , then there is a part that needs to be replaced or there is a loose connection.  


Propane hazard check
Make sure you are on the lookout for the signs that tell you, you need a new tank.  Corrosion, heavy rust, and dents are not something you should just ignore. If your grill does not have a fuel gage, disconnect your tank and stand it upright.  Pour some hot water around the tank and feel the surface of the tank. The cool area will let you know how much gas is left in the tank.  Pretty cool tip, huh?


Exterior condition
For a painted, exterior surface, all you need is soapy water and a soft sponge to wipe the grease from the surfaces then rinse off with a hose.  You can eliminate stains on the lid by using a nylon pad that has a little soapy water on it.    For a stainless surface apply a grease cutting solution. Many people like to use exclusive stainless steel cleaning products, but it is really not necessary, however, if you use a product like Grease lightening de-greaser, then make sure you use a follow-up product to get the film up from the Grease Lightning.

Get Organized and Get Rid of Clutter in your home - Remove the Stress - Learn to finally truly relax

Get organized, and get rid of clutter.

It can truly give you piece of mind. Imagine coming home at the end of a stressful day and not see one solid piece of anything around except the furniture, wall art, lamps, tables and carpet or rugs.  No mail, magazines, too many knick knacks, styles or designs that are mismatched. keys everywhere, hair bows, drink cups, sunglasses, your watch, or other jewelry, and sometimes boxes of stuff.

Fortunately for me, my mother taught me this tool  of getting rid of clutter in your home as a young girl, however, not everyone grew up in the same clean, neat and organized environment, that I had the opportunity to have. I understand for some it's a learning process and that is o.k.

I make it a habit whether it be at night or first thing in the morning to go through each room and put away anything that should not be out. The reason? I love to leave the home clutter free and come home after work, seeing everything put in it's own specific place. It just looks clean, crisp, organized and truly makes you feel good inside, helps you move forward with your evening in a more relaxed mode.

 The first step is getting rid of all the extra stuff you never use, or the personal belongings that are stuffed somewhere in a closet or under a bed. You won't believe how good you will feel, if you start now, working on how you will tackle each room and slowly get started with a plan on getting those stacks of clutter organized.  I know some things are really hard, sometimes I need someone to take things away without me looking. I get it, but go ahead and let go of those things you have been collecting that you will really never use.  

Once you have a place for everything. When you do break out all kinds of "things" we also call clutter...putting everything away quickly will be so simple.  I have people in my house all the time, including strangers, and it helps to have those places for everything when those visitors show up on short-notice.

I personally find that  I am not able to relax or be creative when the house is not organized. That doesn't mean I am constantly dusting or vacuuming either. What that means in a nutshell like I just mentioned, is that everything in the house has a place and it won't be out in the open either.  Once everything is organized, I can breathe and feel good about my surroundings and my home.

I guess what I want to say is, when you learn to declutter, you won't believe how relaxed it will make you feel, just knowing that you can now be proud of your living space and breathe easier and not worry about the mess, and you can truly deal with all the other things in life, like enjoying your short time on this great earth.

Here are some books to help you, if you need help getting there.

LAMPS PLUS - Lighting, Rugs, Furniture, Wall Art, Mirrors, Ceiling Fans, and More - A must see!

I am excited to tell you about an online store called Lamps Plus, that I recently discovered.

If you are redecorating your home, or just recently purchased a home or you are just looking for a few pieces to tie that special room together, are looking for some contemporary and modern products to make your home, exactly what you are looking for, then you have to check out Lamps Plus. I guarantee you will find something that you like.




Lamps Plus has the following categories:
Designer Lighting -Inspiring Style from Top Name Brands
Lighting Collections - Take the Guesswork out of home decorating
Clearance or Hot Buys - Values Under $100.00
Home Decor and More - Rugs, Furniture, Wall Art, Mirrors, Sconces, and more
Ceiling Fans - And get free shipping on Casa Fans
Unique Art Lamp Shades - in many styles and designs
Outdoor Lighting - Affordable lighting that offers dazzle and design and practical lighting as well. 


The first time, I visited their website, I saw so many things I wanted.
I encourage you to check them out. You can click on the photo above to go directly to their online store at LampPlus.com