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Randy Hayes
Randy Hayes is the manager of Habitat's HomeMart located at Towne West in the old Office Depot location. Having been in the retail furniture business for 20 years, and having started both Home Accents and Cost Plus Furniture Warehouse, Randy jumped at the opportunity to further his career in the furniture industry while giving back to those in need. Habitat's HomeMart is a non-profit retail store with all profits going to building homes for Wichita Habitat Homes. Randy, an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, has two sons who he enjoys watching progress in their football careers in the Maize school district. You can reach Randy at (316) 943-6996 or email rrhayes@habhomemart.com
Furniture
2004-05-01 08:19:00
Any tips on Spring cleaning?
:  How does one go about doing a good job of Spring cleaning?
ANSWER:  Is it really that time again? Let's admit it - spring cleaning is a chore. But with a little common sense, and a lot of willpower, it doesn't have to be a burden.Have a plan!You would never consider going into a meeting without an agenda. The same goes for spring-cleaning. Make a to-do list for each room - and stick to it. Make another list of the items in that room that you've collected but not quite sure why! We all have those pieces of projects lying around that we have every intention of getting to, or items that we have remodeled or replaced, but just never removed the old ones because we just might need them someday. Face it; if you haven't used those old doors, sinks, windows or toilets by now, chances are you won't. These are the items that you can add to your list of clutter to eliminate.Warm up! Spring-cleaning can reacquaint you with muscles you forgot you had. You'll be bending, lifting, and stretching all day. The good news is: housework consumes almost 200 calories per hour. And after a long winter, let's just say some of us aren't in the best shape. Start slow and let your body warm up, just as you would in an aerobics class. Scour your closets and garage! Gather up all those clothes you haven't worn in a year, collect outgrown toys and old (but working) appliances, bundle them up and donate them to charity. Unfortunately, in present economic times, many charitable organizations are unequipped to pick-up large items such as working appliances, useable building materials; doors, windows, sinks, toilets, light fixtures, etc. The only charity within the Wichita area that will pick-up these larger items is Habitat’s HomeMart, on behalf of Wichita Habitat for Humanity, Inc. Donations are sold at reduced prices through their retail outlet, and all purchases help to build homes for Wichita families. Also, many of these charities are helping our environment by recycling old cell phones, ink jet cartridges, and other items that traditionally end up in landfills. Even autos, motorcycles, RV's and boats can be donated. And, you are supplied with a blank receipt itemizing your donations. Your accountant or the person who prepares your taxes can evaluate the value of your donation for tax purposes. Prioritize. Your time is limited, and often so is your space. Decide what's most important to keep, and donate the other items to a charity that's looking out for someone who needs them.
 
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