My mission these last couple of weeks, has just been to survive. Honestly, my fridge calendar looks like one big glob of pen, highlighter, sticky notes and asterisks. School events, appointments, some travel, to-do lists ... it's a good thing I'm somewhat organized or I'm sure I'd be consumed by June. Promise is getting me through. Promise of not-so busy days, promise of no school and of summer. You guys, it's almost ... read more
Spring Cleaning Your Home
This time of year, I along with many, want to open those windows and let some of that Winter stuffiness out. This includes tackling some tasks and cleaning projects around the home. Out with the old and in with the new! I love the time of year when I can swap {most} of the Winter gear for Summer - so refreshing to kick that buck to storage! Yet, I almost loathe the term 'Spring Cleaning', since it's the very last thing ... read more
Operation Smudge-Proof Kitchen
When we moved into our current house, my husband loved our all-black appliances. Myself? I wanted something shiner. I dreamed of having a complete set of pretty stainless steel wonders. To that, he met me with a firm 'no way!'. Why is he so anti-stainless? You see, my husband is *sort of* a neat freak, and anyone that knows us personally will nod their heads with complete agreement. While ... read more
Yep, Still Stuffed
One applicable word to describe the holidays that passed, is 'stuffed'. Our days were jam-packed with holiday activities and entertaining. Each room of the house seemed to be bursting with extra items {tree, presents, decorations}. Active days meant a lot more laundry, my washer and dryer and laundry piles were always overflowing. The fridge has a workout keeping up to the many items shoved into every nook and ... read more
Bring on the Comfort Foods
Truth: I simply was not made for Winter. This Canadian will never be used to our Alberta Winters, and will always long for the heat of the Summer sun. Despite hoping, praying and begging Mother Nature to be kind - I just have to tolerate when comes and lasts for the majority of the year. To do that, I surround myself in the comforts that warm like cozy sweaters, the heat from the fireplace, hot beverages and ... read more
Well Hello Induction Cooking!
Recently my kitchen welcomed a new appliance, the newly released Frigidaire Gallery Free-Standing Induction Range. I have to admit, at first it was daunting. Before then, I had only had 'basic' stoves. Nothing fancy at all. This 'new tech' item was certainly one which I was SO not used to. Plus I had the fear that our meals would take the heat {pun intended}, until I got used to this new stove. This ... read more
KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer Giveaway
There's a little secret weapon behind all the delicious recipes in the Recipe Box at My Organized Chaos. It's my 4th kid, my KitchenAid Mixer. I adore this appliance like no other. For the ease, the results and the fact that it makes me feel like a pro in my kitchen. Disclaimer: I'm not. KitchenAid Canada has a cute quiz on their site, Colourology, which explores the unique personalities of colour. By Answering a ... read more
Brew Over Ice K-Cups, Keurig Brewing System
Coffee is a must-have staple for me each AM, and I've made it no secret that my Keurig Brewing System is one of my favorite appliances of all time. The ease and convenience of single serve coffee coupled with the quiet and sleek look of the machine itself - suits my lifestyle well. Right down to the 5 different cup sizes to choose from when brewing and the generous sized reservoir so I don't have to fill it up after each ... read more
Do You Clean Your Dishwasher?
Have you ever had a sticky dishwasher? Maybe one that recently started leaving residue all over your dishes? My dishwasher is terrible for that right now, and it drives me almost insane! After all, I don't have time to re-wash a dishwasher full of dishes. I must have tried a dozen different brands of dishwasher powders, gels and tabs - and nothing helped. It's a fact that tiny bits of food, which aren't properly rinsed ... read more
Panasonic Genius Inverter Microwave
My husband once considered gifting me an appliance, and one of his friends yelled, "NO! You can't do that, it's a gifting rule for women. You'll be in trouble, man!". Long after the fact, I heard this story and eagerly set my husband and his friend straight - I love appliances!!! Call me crazy {and I know I'm not alone}, but I adore kitchen products that make my life easier. As much as I could use a massage or my hair ... read more