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| Acknowledgments | |
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| Introduction | |
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| Home Matters | |
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| Clutter Busters and Organizers | |
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| Bust That Clutter! | |
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| Reuse and Recycle | |
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| Storage Tips | |
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| Donate What You Can't Use | |
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| Toss the Trash | |
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| Organize Your Stuff | |
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| Shopping | |
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| Garage Sales | |
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| Cleaning Up | |
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| Kitchen | |
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| Bathroom | |
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| Floors | |
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| Walls, Windows, Blinds, and Drapes | |
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| Furniture and Furnishings | |
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| Cleaning Products, Materials, and Tools | |
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| Vacuuming | |
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| Dusting | |
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| Getting Rid of Odors | |
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| Cleaning Tech Gear | |
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| Wardrobe and Laundry | |
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| Pants and Jeans | |
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| Shirts, Blouses, Sweaters, and Dresses | |
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| Shoes and Socks | |
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| Hats, Scarves, and Other Accessories | |
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| Lingerie and Undies | |
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| Jewelry | |
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| Storing and Organizing Clothes | |
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| De-Lint, De-Static, Repair | |
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| Linens and Bedding | |
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| Laundry | |
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| Organizing and Sorting the Laundry | |
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| Laundry How-To | |
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| Washing Machines and Their Use | |
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| Stain Removal | |
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| Drying and Dryers | |
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| Ironing | |
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| Furniture and Furnishings | |
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| Floors and Windows | |
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| Beds and Linens | |
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| Art, Antiques, and Collectibles | |
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| Candles | |
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| Home Maintenance | |
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| Painting and Wallpaper | |
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| Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning | |
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| Lighting and Electricity | |
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| Maintaining Appliances | |
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| Tools and Equipment | |
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| Home Safety | |
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| Outdoor Maintenance | |
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| Home Office Matters | |
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| Office Machines and Equipment | |
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| Storing and Exchanging Information | |
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| Mailing and Shipping | |
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| Office Supplies | |
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| Consumer Concerns | |
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| Banking and Finances | |
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| Moving, Buying, or Selling a Home | |
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| Selling a Home | |
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| Buying and Renting | |
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| Life, Simplified | |
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| Cooking Hints and Favorite Recipes | |
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| Shortcuts and Substitutes | |
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| Tools and Appliances | |
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| Cooking Techniques | |
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| Cookbook Collections | |
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| Starters, Soups, and Salads | |
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| Main Dishes, Sauces, and Sides | |
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| Desserts and Baked Goods | |
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| Living at Home | |
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| Parties and Entertaining | |
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| Welcoming Guests | |
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| Decorating | |
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| Holidays | |
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| Giving and Getting Gifts | |
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| Crafts and Hobbies | |
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| Sewing and Needlecrafts | |
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| Taking Care of Yourself | |
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| Dealing with Doctors | |
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| Caregiving | |
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| Managing Medications and Supplements | |
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| First Aid, Injuries, and Pain Relief | |
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| Eye and Vision Care | |
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| Ears and Hearing | |
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| Dental Care | |
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| Skin Care | |
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| Bathing and Grooming | |
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| Hair Care | |
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| Cosmetics | |
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| Nail Care | |
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| Home Spa Treatments and Stress Relief | |
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| Diet and Exercise | |
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| Safety and Security | |
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| Family Activities | |
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| Games, Puzzles, and Hobbies | |
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| Entertainment | |
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| Books and Reading | |
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| Photos | |
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| Visits and Vacations | |
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| Keeping in Touch | |
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| Life's Little Messies | |
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| Helping Others in Need | |
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| End of Life | |
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| Coping with Storms and Other Disasters | |
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| Maintaining Your Vehicle | |
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| On the Road-Preventing and Dealing with Travel Emergencies | |
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| Index | |
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| About the Author | |