Get your home spotless in no time!

1. Dust before vacuuming.

That way, you won’t have to do it again if dust falls on the floor!

2. Get the water stains off your faucets.

Just rub your bathroom fixtures with half a lemon!

3. Deep clean your dishwasher.

Place a cup of vinegar on the top shelf and run it on high. Voilà!

4. Clean the refrigerator.

Mix a couple tablespoons of baking soda in a bucket of warm water, and wipe down shelves and drawers.

5. Remove dust from fabric lampshades.

Use a lint roller to get the dust and dirt off. Works like a charm!

These simple ideas can help you feel happier on a daily basis. Give them a try!

Put a smile on your face!
Smiling more can help put you in the right mindset to have a positive attitude and feel happier.

Spend quality time with your pet.
It’s been proven that having a pet can help improve your mental health. So make sure to get in some cuddle time with your dog or cat!

Listen to happy tunes.
Whether they evoke happy memories or simply makes you feel good, boost your mood by listening to songs that put a smile on your face.

Looking for ways to get creative with your family throughout the week? This Monday to Friday schedule is sure to transform your day-to-day by giving you and your family new things to try, including inspiration for games, activities, and friendly competition. Plus, they work just as well on weekends!

MOVEMENT MONDAYS: Start your week on the right foot with a bit of movement. Play some hallway soccer, start a dance party in your living room, or have a family yoga session. Keeping your body moving is key!

TASTY TUESDAYS: Now’s the time to get creative in the kitchen! Get the whole family involved by designating tasks and see if you can come up with some edible crafts. Start with these little Bug Bites! Bonus points: turn your Tasty Tuesday into an indoor or backyard picnic for even more family fun.

ADVENTUROUS WEDNESDAYS: Get over the mid-week hump with some adventure! Set up a scavenger hunt by brainstorming some clues and setting up a route throughout your home. Take it to the next level by working together as a family to come up with a unique prize for the winner!

TEA TIME THURSDAYS: Put the kettle on and make a spread with your favorite herbal teas, coffees, and snacks for a family tea party. Whip up a batch of these Chocolate Chip & Popcorn Cookies and curl up with a good book, watch an epic movie, or share stories, videos or funny moments from your week so far.

GAME NIGHT FRIDAYS: It’s time to kick it old school with a friendly game of board games! Whether it’s charades, Monopoly, or a game of crazy eights, team up with your family and show off your competitive side.

Family life can get hectic, but a little planning can go a long way!

1. Map out everyone’s activities: Set up a weekly calendar on the fridge and mark down each family member’s activities/appointments in a different color.


2. Figure out your meal game plan: Get the whole family involved in planning out the meals for the week.


3. Load up your snack central Store all the family snacks in the same spot for easy access between meals.


4. Divvy up the chores Distribute the chores for the week and make sure each family member knows what he or she is in charge of.


5. Don't forget the fun! Decide on one night to do a fun family activity together; everyone will look forward to it.


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Wintertime offers so many great pastimes!

Skating or skiing. A great way to enjoy some fresh air, and stay active at the same time!

Building a snowman. Why not make a whole family of them? Something to look forward to after the first big snowfall!

Sledding. Slip into your snowsuit, and join the kids for an afternoon of fun.

Warming up by the fire. After spending time outside, curl up by the fire with some hot cocoa and Smartfood® Indulgence popcorn.

These summer activities are perfect for your next evening or weekend plans!

Upgrade your movie night. Re-create your living room into a drive-in style experience by moving bed pillows and blankets to the floor and prepping some tasty snacks.

Play a game of at-home miniature golf. Find objects around your house to create obstacles and divide up your family to create their own hole as part of the challenge. It’s a fun and easy game for the entire family!

Have a picnic. Head to the nearest park, or simply have a meal on a blanket in your backyard.

Have a backyard picnic. Make a meal together and use a blanket to create a new space in your backyard or living room to change up your lunchtime routine.

Run through water sprinklers. No pool? No problem! Slip into your bathing suit and turn on the sprinklers in the yard.