Hi everyone,
Another week has gone by of our precious Summer. How does that always happen?
On the dog front, we renamed our dog. He came with the name Valor which we did not fit him AT ALL. He has a terrible habit of jumping on people. My neighbor said that he is a "BRAT," and she is right.
I think this dog is super smart. Perhaps his former owners weren't??? The really nice thing about our dog is that he's loving and gentle once he gets his immense energy levels down to a motor boat rather than a torpedo. I can manage the motor boat levels as he really likes his doggy treats. ;)
So about the new name for our furry tornado. I read that you should pick a name that has the same number of syllables as his current name. Also it was strongly recommended that you pick a name that ends the same as the name he came to you with.
I did a search and found an article titled "600 names for male German Shepherds." SERIOUSLY. So I went through them all and picked the 2 syllable names that end in the sound ER. That night after supper I read the list to my guys.
We very quickly agreed on BOOMER. It was decided in under 5 minutes. If he ever starts yelling at the coyotes in the middle of the night right outside your window, you will know why we chose BOOMER. Man, does that dog have a voice on him!!
This morning Boomer crawled under the pick-up while Robert was changing the oil. Then he lay on his side; stared into Robert's eyes; and whimpered until Robert scratched his tummy. Then he grabbed the rag that Robert was using. Robert was quick, too, but not before that 4 legged rascal ran off with a part of his rag. Life sure is not going to be dull with Boomer around. We all can see that!!
My current domestic difficulty is mold in my washing machine. UG. I try very hard not to let that happen. I just found this article and decided to share it with you all too. May you NOT need it. ;)
Sometime before Wednesday I will post here again and tell you about the classes I have coming up at the end of this week. I am very excited but also need prayers.
Best go see if I got the mold taken care of.
Dawn
There's Probably Mold in Your Washing Machine. Here's How to Get Rid of It
Does your clean laundry stink? The problem could be mold or bacteria in your washer.
Your washing machine could be harboring mold and mildew, leaving your laundry smelling less than fresh. Just like other appliances, your washer needs a good scrub on a regular basis -- especially if there's a sulfury smell to your laundry.
The good news is, if there's mold in your washing machine, it's not that hard to kill.
I'll explain how to get your clothes and washing machine smelling fresh and clean again, and how to keep the bad smells away in the future. Plus, I'll show you how to spot the gross gunk, clean it out and ward off bacteria for good.
The best way to kill mold and bacteria in your washer
If you've got mold in your washer, here's how to get rid of it. Doing this monthly will help prevent mold growth.
1. Put on gloves and grab an old towel that you don't care about.
2. Mix a solution of either bleach and hot water OR vinegar and hot water. (Never mix bleach and vinegar -- it creates chlorine gas, which is toxic.)
3. Dip the towel in the mixture and start scrubbing away at any visible mold. Make sure to get the detergent dispenser and around the gaskets.
4. Front-loading machines have a gasket around the door. If you have a front loader, clean and dry it thoroughly, including all the folds.
5. Run the wash cycle on the hottest setting your machine offers with a cup of bleach or vinegar. If using bleach, pour it in the compartment designated for bleach. If using vinegar, pour it in the detergent slot.
If your machine has a self-clean cycle, you can use that setting. This should kill any hidden mold that you may have missed.
6. Use another old towel and wipe away all the moisture in your washing machine. This includes the drum, dispensers, seals and any other areas you can reach.
7. Leave the washer door open to allow airflow to dry out any parts you missed.
Leave the lid open if you're not washing clothes
Mold grows in dark, moist areas, which is what your washer becomes after you've unloaded the clothes. Keeping the lid closed traps moisture, which can lead to built-up bacteria and a bad smell.
Leaving the washing machine door open helps ventilate the area and prevents mold from growing in the first place.2
Damp clothes are another breeding ground for mold. If you're throwing a load of laundry in, make sure you'll be home to remove the clothes right when the timer goes off
Not only does this prevent mold from growing in your washer, but it keeps mildew out of your clean clothing, bedding and towels.
Dry damp seals and other parts after each use
After you're finished using your washing machine for the day, make sure to wipe down any part of the washer that's damp. This includes the lid, drum, door, rubber gaskets and detergent dispenser (if your machine has that feature).
Keep an old towel on hand for this purpose.
Make sure to dry the seals along with the rest of your washer to prevent moisture from sticking around. And while mold contamination can happen in any washer, it's especially common in high-efficiency (HE) front-loading washers. That's why you should regularly wash the gaskets and seals around the door and keep them dry. The gaskets make sure water doesn't leak out around the door and also do a good job of sealing in the moisture that can help mold grow.
You should also remove pet hair, crumpled paper or any other detritus from the machine right away.
If you have a high-efficiency (HE) washer, use a powder detergent made for HE machines.
Taylor Martin/CNETIf you have a high-efficiency washing machine
Liquid detergents can leave a residue in your washing machine, giving mold a food source. So if you have a high-efficiency washer, the first thing to do to keep mold in check is to make sure you're using a laundry detergent made specifically for this type of washer, which will produce fewer suds. (Look for the letters HE on the bottle.)
Better yet, steer clear of liquid detergent altogether and switch to powder detergent or pods. Whichever you choose, make sure you're only using as much as you need to wash your clothes. If you use too much, your clothes may have a smell and residue.
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