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More today about Arm and Hammer Baking Soda as part of the Switch & Save Challenge.

My mom has often talked about her mother’s kitchen in the 1950’s, how cheerful and sparkling clean it was.  She had yellow wallpaper with cherries and a big table where she would line up her canning jars to cool in late summer and fall.

Growing up, my mother’s family never had a lot of money.  My mom was one of eight children, so being resourceful was essential.

My grandmother used baking soda as an all purpose product… from scrubbing sinks to brushing teeth and soothing bee stings.

I find it ironic that despite all the fancy products that have been created since the 50’s, I’m happiest using the same product my grandmother loved.

If any of my kids get a sting from a hornet, the first thing I do is mix up a thick paste using baking soda and a little cold water then pack it on the sting.  It provides almost immediate relief from the pain.

Baking soda still does an amazing job scrubbing a sink, or cleaning a dirty pan without scratching.  But, just like for my grandma, the low cost is also a big motivator in today’s tough economy.

Since I use so much of it, I buy baking soda in a large bag from my favorite warehouse store.  It’s a good bargain and very convenient.  You can also print great coupons at Arm and Hammer’s website by clicking here.

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This is a sponsored post for Church & Dwight Co., Inc, the maker of ARM & HAMMER branded products, who is compensating me to try different products. Save 50¢ off two 2lb or 4lb boxes of ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda. And be sure to visit The Switch & Save Challenge to tap into more resources and enter to win $25,000.

The Arm & Hammer Switch & Save Challenge is in full swing.  I have loved being part of the Switch & Save series, since making conscious choices to save has been a big part of my life over the last few years.

I’ve cut back and tried to simplify in lots of ways.  We are more deliberate about our purchases, less wasteful and we are MUCH more resourceful.

I feel happy….. even a little smug when I find a new inexpensive way for cleaning and taking care of my home.

Like when I used baking soda and vinegar to unclog a slow drain in my kids bathroom.  I used to turn to one of the most toxic products in the grocery store to do the job.  Baking soda and vinegar are simple, inexpensive and healthy and they worked like a charm on my drain.  The difference in toxicity is reason enough for me, but when you calculate the difference in cost savings, I was downright smug at my success.

In the end, these little changes have really added up.  It all means my pocket book, my home and my attitude are all a little healthier.

Now for another $25 Visa Card Giveaway courtesy of the Arm & Hammer Switch & Save Challenge.  To enter leave a comment on this post answering: “What little or BIG changes have you made lately that you are happy about?”

The Rules:

• Contest closes on Thursday, July 7th, 2011 10:00 MDT

• Only one comment per person please.

• Random winner will be announced on Friday, July 8th

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the Arm & Hammer Switch & Save site and enter to win $25,000.

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This is a sponsored post for Church & Dwight Co., Inc, the maker of ARM & HAMMER branded products, who is compensating me to try different products. Save 50¢ off two 2lb or 4lb boxes of ARM & HAMMER® Baking Soda. And be sure to visit The Switch & Save Challenge to tap into more resources and enter to win $25,000.