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cake-writes · 5 years

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In Your Atmosphere (Part One)

Pairings: Steve x Reader & platonic Bucky x Reader (mostly)

Warnings: PTSD / Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attacks, Mental Health Issues, Survivor Guilt, Eventual Smut 18+

Summary: The first time you met Steve Rogers, he kissed the hell out of you. It wasn't the first time he met you.

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Quiet.

That was the first thing you noticed about the new Avengers facility. It was a stark contrast to the Tower you'd visited a handful of times before whilst on official SHIELD business. There, you could easily hear the sounds of peak hour traffic and the endless police sirens, too, even ninety floors down - but here, there was nothing of the sort. It paled in comparison to the familiar city sounds of Washington DC, the ones you'd grown used to whilst working at the Triskelion. The paper-thin walls of your small inner-city apartment had done nothing to dull the noise, not like here, where you could just barely hear the spring birds chirping.

Upstate New York was quite rural, not urban like you were used to. Unfortunately, you'd have to get used to it, because as of today, this quiet place would be your new home.

You hated the quiet.

To say that it was a pain in the ass was an understatement.

Late last year, it had become public knowledge that SHIELD was compromised. You'd known for much longer. Even after the incriminating files were uploaded to the web, you remained steadfast in your mission to gather further intel on Hydra.

Then, a couple of days ago, you'd been caught putting your nose where it didn't belong. You had very narrowly escaped with your life and as a result, you found yourself having to get off the grid.

Tony Stark was ever the gracious host, offering up the compound while you regained your bearings and continued your investigation into what little of Hydra remained. Birds of a feather, and all that.

What made the whole ordeal even more jarring, though, was that you'd only previously met a couple of them, the Avengers, and now you were settling into their home. While you were familiar with Director Fury (wherever he was nowadays), Black Widow, and Hawkeye - because they worked with you at SHIELD; and Tony of course, too, because you often met with him in Agent Coulson's stead - the rest you'd only ever seen in photos.

The soft sound of your suitcase's plastic wheels rolling along the tile echoed off the tall ceilings as you followed Tony through the compound on a tour. You hadn't been able to bring much, just some clothes, toiletries, and a couple of sentimental items. That was all that would fit on the back of the motorcycle you'd been forced to hotwire. After all, a car wouldn't have been ideal if you had to get away in a pinch. All things considered, you were lucky to have made it here in one piece.

The final stop on the tour was your new bedroom. There were a lot of those here: enough for the Avengers, of course, and then at least triple that amount for other staff and for guests. You weren't sure which category you fell under.

"I can't tell you how much I appreciate this," you said finally, coming to a stop behind Tony as he opened the bedroom door for you.

Tony laughed at that. "Don't worry about it, kid. Make yourself at home."

You gave him a smile and, when he gestured for you to go in, you stepped inside the corner suite.

The walls were a warm, welcoming combination of wood and plaster, and the room's large windows stretched from the floor to the ceiling, situated directly next to the closet and ensuite and catty-cornered from the doorway. They offered a beautiful panoramic view of the lush green grass on the training grounds, the dense forest bordering the compound, and the sparkling lake beyond. You'd been all sorts of places in your line of work, but this simple view was just as breathtaking.

On the same wall as the entryway was a large queen-sized bed made of honeyed oak. Its plush mattress was decked out in soft grey and white bedding, along with a few matching throw pillows. Two wooden side tables sat on either side of the bed, with a modern lamp placed on each; and a large flat-screen TV was mounted to the opposite wall. There was also a small chair, which you would very likely use for your suitcase.

"Thank you," you told him gratefully. "You're a lifesaver. Literally."

"That's enough of that, now," Tony chided as he made his exit. "I'll let you get settled. Just pop downstairs when you're ready to meet the team."

You nodded, and Tony shut the door behind him, allowing you to acclimate to your new home.

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An hour later, after you unpacked your belongings, showered in the adjoining en-suite, and changed into fresh clothing - a plain tee shirt and skinny jeans - you made your way downstairs to the combined kitchen and living area. Before you even got there, you could hear lively conversation between a handful of people, four of them from the sounds of it. The facility already seemed much less sterile with the friendly banter spilling into the halls.

When you stepped into the room, you found that you were wrong. There were five of them, not four.

Natasha was the first to notice you. She was in the kitchen, fixing herself some kind of healthy smoothie. Beside her on the kitchen counter was a bag of spinach and a chopping board full of fruit. When she gave you a nod and flashed a quick smile, you did the same in response. You'd been good friends for a couple of years, now, and once upon a time the two of you used to go out drinking pretty frequently upon returning from the missions you went on together. She'd seen you sloppy drunk more times than you could count, but you'd never even seen her tipsy. She was Russian. You were a lightweight.

Your eyes moved from her to Tony, who looked comfortable and smug as always. He was sitting in a brown leather chair with his feet up on the coffee table, a glass of whiskey in hand, chatting animatedly with Vision about some type of advanced science or engineering or... something. You didn't really understand any of it. What you did gather was that it had to do with the mission they'd just returned from.

Stretched out on the sofa was Wanda, with her feet in Vision's lap. That was certainly a bizarre sight. They were both dressed so casually compared to the uniforms you'd seen them in; particularly Vision, considering he wasn't human but his sweater and button-down shirt were distinctly so. The funniest part of it all was that Wanda was scrolling through her Insta feed in boredom. You totally understood.

The last person you spotted was the unmistakable silhouette of Captain Steve Rogers. His back was turned toward you and the rest of the room as he looked out the large windows toward the lake, deep in thought. That was a strange sight, too, for you'd never seen Captain America in civilian clothing, let alone such a form-fitting white tee shirt and grey sweatpants like he currently wore. God, he really did have a fantastic ass. You'd always thought so from the photos you'd seen, but seeing it in real life was an entirely different animal altogether.

"There she is," Tony said with a grin, pulling you out of your reverie as his companions turned to look at you.

"Here I am," you responded awkwardly, doubting that most of them even knew who you were.

Tony introduced you to them one by one. Wanda was first; she gave you a smile and waved a little, but aside from that she didn't budge an inch. She seemed only a couple of years younger than you, which was kind of nice because you might be able to chat with her about normal girly things. You had an Insta, too, and as you offered her your handle - not that you really expected her to actually follow you, but she did! - Vision gently moved Wanda's feet to the side so that he could stand and greet you properly.

"It's a pleasure, Agent," Vision told you, and you shook his hand cheerfully. He was much kinder than you thought he would be.

"Come on, Cap," Tony called over his shoulder, sounding exasperated. "Don't be rude."

"Come off it, Tony," Steve grumbled in annoyance, which came as a bit of a surprise. Then again, it wasn't exactly a secret that he and Tony didn't get along sometimes. He took a few steps back to the group, but when his clear blue eyes finally met yours, he froze in place.

"Captain…?" you ventured hesitantly.

The way he was looking at you, almost mystified, made you blush and when he said your nickname, just once, your brows furrowed in confusion. Tony hadn't had a chance to give anyone your nickname, yet, let alone your actual name. How could he have known that? You'd never met him before.

Then Steve closed the distance in four quick, long strides and, before you could react, his lips were hot on yours.

You were too stunned to react at first. His lips were soft, but his kisses weren't, nor were his hands as they snaked around your waist to pull your body flush against him. You couldn't hold back the muffled gasp that escaped you at the feeling of his strong chest pressed firmly against your breasts and you felt like a ragdoll in his muscular arms, loving how easily he was able to move you in whatever way he liked. His temperature ran much hotter than yours, so much that you could feel the heat radiating off of him through the thin fabric of your shirt. God, and the smell of him was intoxicating; he smelled clean, like soap and fresh laundry along with something so distinctly him that you lost yourself in it. When you responded to his kiss in kind, you quickly found yourself breathless, needy, and desperate, your heart pounding fiercely against your ribcage.

That was when Tony's cat calls resonated in your brain, and you suddenly realized what was happening. You roughly shoved your palms against Steve's chest, hoping he would stop and also wishing that he wouldn't. Considering his strength, you knew that he could have just ignored you - but he didn't. He immediately let you go, and you instantly regretted the loss of his body against yours.

What a mess.

Your breath came out in harsh, shaky pants as you brought your fingers to your swollen lips, staring at him with a delicate mixture of awe, indignation, and fear.

Captain America was a pervert. Your rose-tinted image of him was steadily crashing and burning into a million pieces.

"What the hell," you spat hoarsely, "was that?"

It was in that moment that the good Captain finally seemed to regain his senses. All the eyes in the room were on him, silently judging him - except Tony, who was laughing his head off - but the only ones he cared about were yours. And yours, well, your eyes and your judgement were the worst of all. With one look, he could tell you already despised him.

The worst part was that he couldn't even explain it to you. Well, he could, technically, but there would be grave consequences.

Steve held his hands up in front of him in a show of surrender. "Wish I could explain, doll," he grimaced at the casual address when it slipped off his tongue so easily, "but I can't."

He didn't miss the way your jaw tensed at his non-answer. He knew you - well, not this version of you, but he still knew how you would react. You were teetering on the fine line between slapping the hell out of him and storming out of the room. Either reaction would embarrass you, and he didn't want that.

"What I can do is apologize," he spoke carefully, like you were a cornered animal, "and I'm sorry, Agent. It won't happen again."

You crossed your arms in front of yourself, biting the inside of your cheek. He certainly looked apologetic enough, but you weren't sure if he really meant it and, worse still, if you could even trust him at all. He was Captain America, leader of the Avengers. Even Natasha trusted him. Surely that meant he was trustworthy, but what man in his right mind kissed a girl like that before he even said two words to her?

When Tony's laughter had died down, you weren't sure, but you could feel all eyes on the room fixed upon you, now, and you shifted uncomfortably under their scrutiny. You glanced over at Natasha for help and, upon seeing her amused look, you finally remembered your training. The best course of action here would be diplomacy.

"Okay." You offered a perfectly calculated shrug and casually held your hand out to him for a handshake. "Well, whatever. It's good to meet you, Captain."

Steve could feel the trembling of your small hand in his grasp. He shook it once, and then he let it go.

You could immediately tell that he'd figured you out, that you were putting on a brave facade. Whether you were afraid of him or of your body's reaction to him, you didn't know, but you wouldn't let it show. Not in front of the others. Not in front of Tony. Not when he was being such a gracious host.

"Well, that was awkward," you said with a nervous laugh in an attempt to diffuse the situation.

Fortunately, it worked, and soon enough the conversation began to flow freely again. Tony and Vision continued discussing their science, the kind that was way above your paygrade, while Natasha finished adding ingredients to her smoothie. Wanda had since stopped laying down, instead she sat in the middle of the sofa which allowed you to take a seat next to her. She showed you her Insta feed while she scrolled through it, and the two of you chatted about the new makeup releases that appeared as she scrolled further and further down. Every now and then, she gave you a sly grin, which you did your best to ignore. You definitely hadn't heard the last of it yet.

You were keenly aware of him, though, even as you tried to forget about the way your heart was racing. Your body was still thrumming with excitement from the encounter, heat pooling in between your legs, and you risked a glance at him. His cheeks were slightly flushed as he talked to Natasha about something you couldn't hear, her blender whirring loudly over their voices. You knew it was being used as some type of cover, but you still tried - and failed - not to pay attention.

Then your eyes met his for the briefest of seconds, and you quickly looked away.

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After a few distracted minutes, your phone buzzed, and you quietly excused yourself from Wanda to pull it out of your pocket. Natasha had sent you a text.

You shot Natasha a look and she grinned at you, to which you rolled your eyes. It looked like Steve had left her to her smoothie, and you quickly scanned around the room only to discover that he was nowhere to be found. He must have slipped away sometime while you were blatantly ignoring him.

Well, that was kind of disappointing, but you didn't let it show. Instead, you responded to her text with righteous indignation.

Then she sent you a picture of what had just happened, a very clear photo of Captain America kissing the living daylights out of you. God, you knew how well he could kiss, now, but seeing your reaction to it on the small screen was even worse.

When had he even leaned you back? You weren't parallel to the floor or anything, like in the movies, but he had definitely leaned you back, forcing your body to rely on him. Perhaps 'forcing' was too strong a word, because you hadn't been forced at all - quite the opposite. One of his muscular arms was around your waist, and with the other he splayed his large palm over the middle of your back, holding you securely against him so that you didn't fall. Your fingers, meanwhile, were threading through his blonde hair, pulling him impossibly closer. It wasn't hard to see the shared desperation between the two of you, a desperation you'd never felt before.

Feeling embarrassed, you huffed and hovered your fingertip over the 'delete' button. Natasha had a point, though, and you just couldn't bring yourself to delete it. She was right. You did love it.

That was going to be a problem.

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Part Two / Master List

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yesimgoingtopeacecorps · 6 years

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The Guinean Peace Corps Guide to Packing

This list obviously isn’t perfect, but I’m sure if you’ve stumbled onto this blog post you’re looking for a good Peace Corps packing list, especially if you’ve just been accepted to Guinea and you’re getting ready to leave. I’m currently in my 6th month of living in Guinea and I’ve received a few things from home along the way.

Just as a reminder, you’re technically only allowed two large suitcases, at 50lbs each for the trip. However, I knew some people who paid extra for another bag, and, looking back, I should have just done that. It would have saved me and a lot of people at home money on the expensive overseas shipping to Conakry.

Things I packed:

Clothes

a note about clothes, try to get things that are quick dry or make for an active lifestyle. You will be washing your clothes by hand and you’ll want things that are very easy to clean, don’t show dirt, and don’t hold smells. I suggest Lululemon, Athleta, Patagonia, and those kind of brands. You can find cheaper and discounted clothes online at backcountry.com and Sierra Trading Post (also a great place to find any of the camping or hiking gear listed on here). You can also check out TJMaxx and Marshalls. Also, you’re going to get clothes made here and people are always leaving stuff “up for grabs” at the regional houses, so don’t pack too much clothes wise.

For girls, I will say, error on the side of caution when it comes to shorts, skirts, and tops. You can always cut things or have them tailored but where I live is pretty conservative and as much as I hate it, I wouldn’t be caught dead walking out of my house in a thin strap tank top.

3 pairs of pants that youcould wear in an office setting but also wear hiking (try Athleta for these)

1 pair of hiking or durable pants that you don’t mine messing up- I use mine to garden

1 pair of black leggings

2 pairs of running/workout leggings

3 pairs of shorts (try to make them longer/knee length)

2 pairs of compression shorts/spandex

1 pair of jeans

5 or 6 nice shirts (at least one long sleeved one, I promise there are places that it does get cold here)

2 or 3 tank tops

5 casual t-shirts/workout shirts

2 skirts (well past the knee and flowly)

3 day dresses

1 or 2 nice dresses (but not heavy or thick, the place where you train for three months is very hot)

10 pairs of underwear (check out ExOfficio for great travel underwear)

6 sports bras

2 or 3 regular bras

2 or 3 pairs of hiking/thick socks

7 pairs of regular running socks

1 pair of Chacos or tevas (I live in these shoes)

1 pair of running shoes

Hiking boots or closed toed shoes with a very good grip (the only real tourist thing to do in Guinea is hiking and you will definitely use them. I also use mine when gardening)

1 or 2 bathing suits (these are hard to find in Guinea)

1 good durable raincoat

1 lightweight jacket

1 sweatshirt

1 sweater/cardigan

Other wearables:

A good hat

Cheap sunglasses (you can buy more here and I’ve already broken three pairs)

Two scarves

HAIR TIES

Non-valuable jewelry if you like that sort of thing

A good backpack

A small foldable bag for market days

A purse

A small cross-body purse

Electronics:

INSURANCE INSURANCE INSURANCE (Clements Worldwide is the one I use. It was $150 for a year but it saved my life when I got robbed during training and was reimbursed almost $2,000 for the stuff stolen

My Macbook

A kindle or tablet- I use mine every day

An iPod (I also brought my old iPod touch in the case that I got robbed… it was definitely a smart move)

A smartphone (MAKE SURE YOU CAN REMOVE THE SIM CARD AND PUT IN A DIFFERENT CARRIERS SIM… I had a lot of friends have issues with that because they were tied to Sprint or another carrier that had the phone locked)

A lifeproof or otterbox case for the phone

A rechargeable external battery

A solar battery charger for phones (I recommend DragonX brand)

2 Luci Lights (look it up, it’s a solar light)

2 headlamps

4 power adapters/converters

A surge protector- trust me, my iPhone died my first month because there was a power surge and it fried my phone

Multiple charging cables for anything USB related

Three pairs of good earbud headphones

An external hardrive (2TB) (mine has hundreds of movies, tv shows, and workout episodes on it. I highly recommend this)

A digital watch

Home and Kitchen

Scrubba Wash Bag (look it up, in my opinion it makes doing laundry here a lot easier)

Duct Tape (if you forget everything else, remember to bring duct tape)

Electrical tape

Can opener- trust me on this one

Garlic press

A few good kitchen knives

Thin, plastic cutting boards

Three quick dry towels

Compressable pillow (I recommend ThermaRest brand)

An all purpose tool

Toiletries

Shampoo and conditioner (Seriously, you will want this. I ran out of both during training and there was no place to buy either of them where we were. You can also try LUSH bars, solid shampoo and conditioners, expensive but worth it.)

Dr. Bronner’s All Purpose Soap

Toothbrusth and toothpaste

Facial toner and cleaner

Face wash

Hairbrush

Lotion

Sunscreen (you are given some but I’ve found it clogs the pores in my face)

Basic makeup: eyeliner, mascara, lipstick, coverup, blush, and a small thing of eyeshadow.

Tweezers

Your favorite nailpolish

Headbands

Deodorant

Razors

Nail clippers

File

Alcohol wipes or a small bottle of alcohol or hydrogen peroxide.. Peace Corps doesn’t issue this and this has definitely saved me from infections a few times

Medical tape

For girls, Diva Cups (they will save you from using the crappy tampons medical gives us and keep you from having to buy pads, which are expensive)

Baby powder

Hairbrush

Mini bottles of travel hand sanitizer

Mouthwash

A few toothbrushes and a toothbrush top

Other Gear

A really good pocket knife

A few pens

Colored markers or crayons

A mini stapler

Rubberbands

A portable mini safe (I use mine here and just wrap it around the table leg. I keep all my extra money, my passports, and my credit cards in there.)

A mini sewing kit

At least two Nalgene water bottles

Liquid chalk markers (are cool for writing things on your walls and for using in the classroom)

Hair cutting scissors (multiple uses and of course, for cutting your hair)

Tape measurer

Wooden clothespins

Things I wish I brought:

My Birkenstocks or my Rainbow flipflops

A nice travel yoga mat

A nicer pair of dressy sandals

More packets of dried food (knorr pasta sides, etc.)

Cliff bars, energy bars, etc.

Tuna packets (you can find sardines here but tuna is almost 3 dollars a can)

Workout gear

More photos of my family and friends

A small projector (I got one brought over for me and cost me 85USD. It’s perfect for movie nights and doing presentations)

Lots of charging cables

A small and light extension cord

Small fan (you can also get decent ones here when you get ready to move to site, but not having one during training was brutal)

Essential oils (can be used to do all sorts of things, especially when it comes to repelling bugs)

A good set of twin sized bed sheets. (SHEETS ARE EXPENSIVE and the sheets here not always that comfortable. Dig up your bedsheets from freshman year of college and bring them along)

Here’s a list of things you can totally live without, but are nice to have:

For the Cook in You:

Rennet tablets (for cheese making- a project I’m still learning how to prefect)

A scoby to use to start making your own kombucha

Lots and lots of spices (you can buy them here but they’re expensive)

Measuring cups and measuring spoons

A small KitchenAid type handmixer and blender

A mini mortar and pestle

Beeswax

Cheesecloth

Small bottle of Truffle oil

Peanut butter

Lots of water flavoring or Gatorade packets

Oatmeal packets, dried food packets

Dried cheese powder (cheese isn’t a thing here and you’ll miss it more than you realize)

Bottle opener and wine opener

Any snacks you can think of that you can eat without preparation (training is rough when it comes to food verity, I legit ate a can of green peas once because all I wanted was something besides rice and sauce)

For the Workout Fanatic:

Soccer ball (I had a deflated one sent to me, just add it to a care package list you won’t want to take this with you)

Soccer cleats

Soccer socks

Resistance bands

Yoga mat

Arm band for iPod or phone for music

For the Gardener:

A good pair of gardening gloves

Packets of all kinds of seeds

A small hand shovel and small hand rake

For the Hiker and Camper:

A hammock with a mosquito net or a small tent

Carabineer clips

An ultralight sleeping pad

Compressable pillow (I recommend ThermaRest brand)

Moleskin for blisters

A dry bag to store your stuff when it rains

A steripen for water

For the Future Pet Owner:

*I got a kitten in Guinea and it was the first thing I did when I got to site. If you’re preparing to get yourself a furry friend, here’s a number of things you’ll want because buying anything pet related in country is super expensive

Cat or dog collar

Flea collar or medication

Small toys for them

Deworming medication

Things you can leave at home or could buy in Guinea:

High-heels. Trust me on this. You will never wear them (except maybe at Swear-In, but if you want there are places to find cheap heels here.) Save the space in your bag.

Most kitchen utensils (but I would suggest bringing at least one fork and one spoon)

A lot of books- theres lots of them here at the regional houses and if you bring a kindle or tablet, you can buy more or trade kindle books with other volunteers

A portable camping shower (you’ll get use to bucket baths and trying to set it up was much more effort than it was worth.)

A hair straightener and mini blow dryer. (You won’t use them)

That’s all I’ve got for you! I hope this list helps and if anyone has any questions, feel free to contact me or shoot me a message!

Sarah

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jerrytackettca · 5 years

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Can You Guess the Top Five Dirtiest Items in Your Home?

Comparatively speaking, your toilet seat is actually quite clean. Best Life1 went on a deep dive to discover the dirtiest areas in your home where bacteria may be lurking. These surfaces are likely touched each day without a second thought. Some are just teeming with bacteria.

After years of being warned about the spread of the common cold on door handles, you may have guessed they are included in a list of the top 10 items. However, door handles, computer keyboards and your pet's bowls don't make the top five list of items with the most bacteria in your home.

While few things are grosser than a dirty toilet seat, researchers discovered the common toilet seat contains as little as 50 bacteria per square inch. This may sound like a lot, but consider the following household items, all of which contain far more germs per square inch.

Pitch the Kitchen Sponge

Your kitchen sponge, the very thing you use to clean your dishes, may be among the filthiest objects you have at home. Containing as many as 10 million bacteria per square inch, or nearly 200,000 times more than your toilet seat, your kitchen sponge is a veritable hotel for nearly 362 different species of bacteria.

In one study,2 researchers analyzed 14 used sponges and found 45 billion microbes per square centimeter. Dish sponges harbor the largest number of E. coli and other fecal bacteria in the average home, likely because they aren't replaced as they should.

A number of studies have confirmed kitchen sponges contain the highest number of bacteria on household products.3 Dish cloths are not far behind. Researchers analyzed 82 from five major cities in the U.S. and Canada, finding E. coli in a little over 25 percent of the towels, and salmonella in nearly 14 percent.4

Kitchen sponges are also possible sources of contamination in restaurants. In one study, researchers collected 201 sponges from restaurants and evaluated the total count of aerobic bacteria. They were able to isolate Pseudomonas, Bacillus, Streptococcus and Lactobacillus, revealing poor kitchen sponge sanitization practices.5

Think About Cleaning Your Cellphone

Microbiologists often refer to cellphones as petri dishes as they generate heat, live in the darkness of your pockets and often travel into the bathroom with you.6 You may not have given a second thought to taking your phone with you everywhere you go, from the dinner table to the doctor's office.

According to one survey,7 Americans check their phones nearly 47 times each day, affording ample opportunity for microorganisms to move from your hand to the phone. Emily Martin, Ph.D., assistant professor of epidemiology at the University of Michigan, believes cellphones may be so bacteria-ridden since people take them where they would normally wash their hands before doing anything else.8

While research varies on how many germs are actually on the average cellphone, one study9 found over 17,000 bacterial gene copies on the phones of high school students. Another study10 found health care workers’ mobile phones were a reservoir for potential pathogens, were rarely cleaned and often touched during or after examination of patients.

To reduce the number of bacteria you carry around on your phone, keep it out of the bathroom and consider washing your hands more frequently. You may also consider investing in a small ultraviolet light sanitizer to kill bacteria without using excessive heat or moisture.

To sanitize your phone at home you'll want to avoid using excess moisture that can damage the interior. Most glass surfaces have a coating to repel oils so using anything abrasive can scratch the surface permanently. Steer clear of window cleaners, compressed air, bleach, hydrogen peroxide or abrasive powders. Use these weekly steps to thoroughly clean your cellphone and case.11

Unplug the phone and any attachments and turn it off. Remove any protective covers or cases to clean separately.

In a small spray bottle mix a 1-to-1 ratio of 70 percent isopropyl alcohol and distilled water. Hard water contains microscopic minerals that can scratch the glass.

Lightly spray a lint-free microfiber cloth. Never spray the phone directly and do not overwet the cloth as you may damage the electronics. Wipe the phone front and back.

If there is buildup around small areas, such as around the attachment ports, buttons or camera lens, use a dry cotton swab or wooden toothpick to gently clean those areas. Once any buildup is cleaned, wipe the area again with a microfiber cloth slightly dampened with the isopropyl and distilled water mixture.

While waiting for the phone to air dry completely, clean the cellphone case. Allow both to dry completely before reinserting phone.

Do You Clean Dishes in That Sink?

In a study conducted by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF),12 the researchers found the kitchen sink had the second highest concentration of microorganisms in the home. In another,13 researchers found the bathroom sink had more than 1,000 colony forming units.

Another study14 of hospital sinks found dangerous bacteria growing along the drain pipes. The humidity and relatively protected environment makes for an ideal breeding ground, according to researchers.15 According to the NSF16 it's important to clean and disinfect your sink once or twice a week and sanitize drains and garbage disposal monthly.

Start by removing soap deposits, food stains, rust and water spots by scrubbing with baking soda.17 You can sanitize germs in your sink by plugging the drain and filling with warm water and either vinegar or vodka. White vinegar is made with acetic acid and a powerful cleaner to cut through grease and remove mildew and stains.18

Vodka is 80 to 100 proof alcohol and is highly antibacterial without any odor. Essential oils also have a wide range of medicinal properties, including having powerful antibacterial properties. When essential oils are added to vodka in a spray bottle, some can also enhance the removal of mold, mildew and musty smells.19

Tea tree oil, citronella, lemongrass, orange and Patchouli essential oils have particularly strong bacterial fighting properties.20 Once a week, fill your sink with hot water and vodka or vinegar and then quickly pull the drain to allow it to flush your drain pipes. This also helps remove greased along the drainpipes and keep your sink draining well. Consider using in your bathroom sink as well.21

What Is Getting Chopped on Your Chopping Block?

Cutting boards are another offender when it comes to harboring dangerous bacteria. Experts recommend having at least two cutting boards, one for foods safely eaten raw, such as fruits and vegetables, and the second specifically for cutting raw meat, poultry and fish. This helps avoid transferring bacteria.

Surfaces you use to chop your food may have bacteria including E. coli and Salmonella.22 Since plastic cutting boards have been easier to sanitize, they were often thought safer. That was until the 1980s when a UC Davis researcher investigated and found although they are easier to sanitize, cutting often nicks the plastic, giving bacteria a place to hide.23

Wood may be tougher to sanitize, but it does not nick as easily. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)24 hotline recommends washing your cutting board in hot soapy water after each use and allowing it to completely air dry before putting it away.

Bamboo cutting boards are harder and less porous than wood, absorb little moisture and resist scarring from knives. Importantly, replace your worn boards as they develop hard-to-clean grooves.25

Remote Controls Keep Bacteria Close

Your remote control is also covered in bacteria, mold and potentially infection-causing Staphylococcus aureus. And, if you don't clean your remote control, you can bet your hotel probably hasn't either. According to Katie Kirsch, who presented a study at the 2012 general meeting of the American Society for Microbiology while she was an undergraduate student at the University of Houston:26

"Currently, housekeepers clean 14 to 16 rooms per eight-hour shift, spending approximately 30 minutes on each room. Identifying high-risk items within a hotel room would allow housekeeping managers to strategically design cleaning practices and allocate time to efficiently reduce the potential health risks posed by microbial contamination in hotel rooms."

The researchers from the University of Houston discovered an average of 67.6 colony forming units of bacteria per cubic centimeter on hotel remote controls.27 This is 13 times the maximum acceptable level recommended in hospitals.28

You’ll want to use the same precautions cleaning your remote control as you do with your phone to avoid damaging the electronics. Remove the battery and clean with a cotton dampened with rubbing alcohol, removing any grit or grime around the buttons with a cotton swab or wooden toothpick. Allow it to dry completely before replacing the batteries.29

Using Nontoxic Cleaners Is Effective and Safer

Using nontoxic cleaners are as effective and safer than over-the-counter chemicals. Commercial sprays, wipes, scrubs and polishes often add toxins to your home environment instead of removing them. If you have ever felt nauseous, dizzy or gotten a headache after cleaning your home or using an air freshener, it is likely because of the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emanating from the cleaners.

These chemicals irritate your eyes, nose and throat and over the long term can damage your liver, kidneys and central nervous system.30 You can't tell what types of toxic chemicals are in over-the-counter cleaning supplies because labeling is not required for all substances that may be in them. Even products labeled green, natural and organic may emit hazardous air pollutants.31

As previously mentioned, some essential oils have strong antibacterial properties and also add a fresh clean scent to your natural cleaning arsenal. For more information about how to make natural cleaning products at home see my previous article, “Keep a Clean House With Nontoxic Cleaners."

What Can You Do With Your Disposable Sponge?

Although many times it is possible to be thrifty and safe at the same time, it can take a bit of effort to keep a disposable sponge clean. Using a microwave oven on high may make the sponge smell a little better, but researchers have discovered potentially pathogenic bacteria on sponges from those who claim to routinely disinfect them.32

While you're not required to pitch a sponge you pulled from the package yesterday, replacing them once weekly is a good idea. Only you know how much you've used it and what it's been used for. Consider if it was used to wipe the baby's mouth, soak up milk on the floor or clean the sink drain as these actions have likely deposited a greater number of bacteria than you imagine.

According to the USDA,33 microwaving sponges properly may kill up to 99.99999 percent of bacteria, while running them through the dishwasher kills 99.9998 percent. Forbes34 offers three ways to sanitize your sponges, which may have varying results:

Boiling them

Microwaving

Soaking them in bleach — one-fourth to one-half teaspoon of bleach per quart of warm — not hot — water for at least one minute

If you do choose to use your microwave, Michigan State University35 advises the sponge be completely wet when you do it, as it could catch fire or explode in the process if it isn't. The wet sponge should be placed on high for one minute and left to cool for up to 15 minutes so you don't get burned.

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Can You Guess the Top Five Dirtiest Items in Your Home?

After years of being warned about the spread of the common cold on door handles, you may have guessed they are included in a list of the top 10 items. However, door handles, computer keyboards and your pet’s bowls don’t make the top five list of items with the most bacteria in your home.

Pitch the Kitchen Sponge

Think About Cleaning Your Cellphone

To sanitize your phone at home you’ll want to avoid using excess moisture that can damage the interior. Most glass surfaces have a coating to repel oils so using anything abrasive can scratch the surface permanently. Steer clear of window cleaners, compressed air, bleach, hydrogen peroxide or abrasive powders. Use these weekly steps to thoroughly clean your cellphone and case.11

Unplug the phone and any attachments and turn it off. Remove any protective covers or cases to clean separately.

In a small spray bottle mix a 1-to-1 ratio of 70 percent isopropyl alcohol and distilled water. Hard water contains microscopic minerals that can scratch the glass.

Lightly spray a lint-free microfiber cloth. Never spray the phone directly and do not overwet the cloth as you may damage the electronics. Wipe the phone front and back.

While waiting for the phone to air dry completely, clean the cellphone case. Allow both to dry completely before reinserting phone.

Do You Clean Dishes in That Sink?

Another study14 of hospital sinks found dangerous bacteria growing along the drain pipes. The humidity and relatively protected environment makes for an ideal breeding ground, according to researchers.15 According to the NSF16 it’s important to clean and disinfect your sink once or twice a week and sanitize drains and garbage disposal monthly.

What Is Getting Chopped on Your Chopping Block?

Bamboo cutting boards are harder and less porous than wood, absorb little moisture and resist scarring from knives. Importantly, replace your worn boards as they develop hard-to-clean grooves.25

Remote Controls Keep Bacteria Close

Your remote control is also covered in bacteria, mold and potentially infection-causing Staphylococcus aureus. And, if you don’t clean your remote control, you can bet your hotel probably hasn’t either. According to Katie Kirsch, who presented a study at the 2012 general meeting of the American Society for Microbiology while she was an undergraduate student at the University of Houston:26

“Currently, housekeepers clean 14 to 16 rooms per eight-hour shift, spending approximately 30 minutes on each room. Identifying high-risk items within a hotel room would allow housekeeping managers to strategically design cleaning practices and allocate time to efficiently reduce the potential health risks posed by microbial contamination in hotel rooms.”

Using Nontoxic Cleaners Is Effective and Safer

These chemicals irritate your eyes, nose and throat and over the long term can damage your liver, kidneys and central nervous system.30 You can’t tell what types of toxic chemicals are in over-the-counter cleaning supplies because labeling is not required for all substances that may be in them. Even products labeled green, natural and organic may emit hazardous air pollutants.31

What Can You Do With Your Disposable Sponge?

While you’re not required to pitch a sponge you pulled from the package yesterday, replacing them once weekly is a good idea. Only you know how much you’ve used it and what it’s been used for. Consider if it was used to wipe the baby’s mouth, soak up milk on the floor or clean the sink drain as these actions have likely deposited a greater number of bacteria than you imagine.

Boiling them

Microwaving

Soaking them in bleach — one-fourth to one-half teaspoon of bleach per quart of warm — not hot — water for at least one minute

If you do choose to use your microwave, Michigan State University35 advises the sponge be completely wet when you do it, as it could catch fire or explode in the process if it isn’t. The wet sponge should be placed on high for one minute and left to cool for up to 15 minutes so you don’t get burned.

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lmost Like A New Kitchen: Stainless Sinks and Wood Cabinets

Utilize a drop leaf table to increase kitchen space

One of your most important pieces of furniture is the kitchen table, and when you need to buy one the primary concerns are what size will best fit in the kitchen, and what style will best fit your decor. You can make more space in your kitchen with a drop leaf table which folds two leaves and a set of legs under the table, which then can swing out on hinges to stretch out the table. Drop leaf tables have been around for 300 years, with gate-leg and swing-leg models as the most desirable nowadays. Keep in mind that the size of a kitchen table also involves room for both the chairs and the walkaway area required to easily move around the chairs.

Flexibility is a terrific practical reward for selecting a drop leaf table, permitting you to supervise your kids doing their schoolwork on the kitchen table, or permitting you to have parties for people who gravitate to the kitchen. Your home decor requirements will be fulfilled by a variety of sizes, styles and colors, and material like wood, metal, chrome, glass, marble, and formica. Always remember that the kitchen table tends to be a family social center, and when you have kids the strength of the table is a big consideration. Finally, evaluate all the design elements you want in your kitchen decor, and you will have no problem finding a drop leaf kitchen table as lovely as it is functional. Go here for more recommendations to help you find a drop leaf kitchen table.

Comparing cabinet doors

When designing the decor in a new or remodeled kitchen, the selection of kitchen cabinets, and how they are laid out, will determine your success. A kitchen cabinet in a busy household is bound to take a lot of wear and tear, and one must keep the surfaces clean and keep all knobs or handles tight. In order to maintain a sparkling kitchen keep the surfaces free of dust, stains and grease, and be cognizant of the fact that wooden cabinet doors are more prone to cracking and chipping.

A less expensive alternative to both wood and stainless steel would be laminated kitchen cabinets which are manufactured in a variety of styles and are known for easy care and durability. Carefully planning the set up of your cabinets is so critical that some cabinet suppliers provide professional advice. Make sure the cabinets are in a handy place to perform the tasks at hand, like having drawers near the sink and dishwasher so you can easily store clean utensils and cutlery. Need more answers to your questions about kitchen cabinet doors? Then visit Cabinet Doors Comparison.

Stainless steel kitchen sinks

Your kitchen sink is a crucial part of modern living, the place where food is handled, and utensils and hands are cleaned. Follow the manufacturer’s manual and that stainless steel sink will give decades of sturdy, durable service with hardly any rust troubles. Your first consideration is the size of your sink space, as you either have a standard sized space or you will require the sink to be custom-built.

The original stainless steel kitchen sink appeared before 1910 at a time when most sinks were made of cast iron covered with white porcelain, but after World War 2 steel sinks became highly popular and flooded the market. Scratches and soap residue are typical, avoidable damages which demand day-to-day upkeep to keep your sinks looking new and shiny. To remove soap scum residue and grit clean your steel sinks with warm water before drying them carefully, and in the case of scratches rub them off with a fine Scotch Rite pad. Want further assistance obtaining a stainless steel kitchen sink? Visit Best Stainless Steel Kitchen Sinks.

Unfinished wood kitchen cabinets for the do-it-yourselfer

Kitchen renovations can be done nowadays on the tightest of budgets by purchasing unfinished wooden kitchen cabinets and staining or painting them yourself. The most popular kinds of wood for an unfinished wood cabinet are cherry, hickory, maple, oak or pine, and that will be the first choice you have to make. Next, determine what your budget will be and if you can afford solid wood cabinets, or have to get those which are reinforced with plywood. There will be one model of cabinet you ought to avoid and that would be particle board, which looks tacky and is less than durable.

Along with looking good, the kitchen cabinets must be big enough to store your foods and kitchen ware, but of a size that fits into your kitchen easily. The hardware you mount to your cabinets, such as handles, knobs and hinges, ought to also complement the prevailing decor. Visit the local library or book store and gather up a bunch of books and magazines relating to home decor to read up on decoration ideas. The construction of the cabinet will also be a big consideration, and you need to understand enough about it to be sure that the joints are secure and the cabinet properly framed. Want additional help acquiring unfinished kitchen cabinets? Go to Easy Unfinished Kitchen Cabinets.

Kitchen cabinet hinges

Cabinet door hinges have to be functional and properly installed, and then they need to harmonize with your interior decor plan. Before you choose your cabinet door hinges, you ought to pick out the knobs and handles first, then match the the hinges with those. If you paint a cabinet a lighter color then hinges with a neutral color will match, but if you choose a more vivid, modern look you need your hinges and handles to be painted brighter.

The size of the hinge is an important consideration since it needs to properly fit and allow for the door to open wide. If you stick brass hinges and silver handles on a cabinet the look will be compromised, so be sure you maintain your interior design with hardware pieces that match. While it’s true that cabinet door hinges are probably not a huge priority, they can turn into an issue if you can’t open them, or the color of the cabinet hardware doesn’t complement the rest of your interior design. Require additional help with your inquiries about kitchen cabinet hinges? Then visit Easy Kitchen Cabinet Hinges.

Kitchen cabinet handles and knobs

If you want to save cash on new bathroom or kitchen cabinet hardware pieces there are lots of discount handles and knobs from which to choose. Mass produced cabinet hardware is less expensive but it does not last as long and it may be more difficult to match to your interior decoration. You can choose from a wide variety of colors and styles among the discounted cabinet handles and knobs, with the most popular materials being wood, plastic, and steel. The simplest cabinet hardware pieces to replace or clean are plastic, but you are advised to be certain that the connection points are made of steel.

The sturdiest material for discount cabinet hardware is steel, but when the finish on steel wears down it can detract from the appearance. If you don’t mind laying out the extra cash on designer cabinet pieces you may find that porcelain pulls and knobs are an excellent way to spruce up your decor. Those who love more modern interior design plans often select polished chrome for that contemporary appeal they are after. Assistance to help you search for decorative cabinet knobs is available at Cabinet Knobs Method.

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Kitchen and bathroom cabinet hardware

Knobs and handles for bathroom or kitchen cabinets might seem like insignificant items, but they will put a lovely shine on your decor. Between shopping on line and all the home improvement stores around, you will have a lot of enjoyment going through all the choices there are for new cabinet hardware pieces. Cabinet hardware pieces are commonly constructed out of hammered iron, polished chrome, wood, cut glass and brushed nickel. The three most popular decorative styles for cabinet knobs, handles and pulls are antique, vintage, and modern.

Despite all the off-the-shelf cabinet hardware available, you may want yours tailor-made to match the unique decor scheme you have. Although any cabinet hardware piece has to be functional, those with modern designs are becoming more and more popular. With all the varieties of cabinet hardware on the market, you will even discover handles and knobs which will complement both contemporary and traditional decor schemes. Some people find that a total kitchen or bathroom upgrade isn’t necessary. Just change those old handles and observe the difference it makes in your decor. Cabinet Hardware Pieces can help with any questions you might have.

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Almost Like A New Kitchen: Stainless Sinks and Wood Cabinets

Utilize a drop leaf table to increase kitchen space

Drop leaf tables have been around for 300 years, with gate-leg and swing-leg models as the most desirable nowadays. Keep in mind that the size of a kitchen table also involves room for both the chairs and the walkaway area required to easily move around the chairs. Flexibility is a terrific practical reward for selecting a drop leaf table, permitting you to supervise your kids doing their schoolwork on the kitchen table, or permitting you to have parties for people who gravitate to the kitchen.

Your home decor requirements will be fulfilled by a variety of sizes, styles and colors, and material like wood, metal, chrome, glass, marble, and formica. Always remember that the kitchen table tends to be a family social center, and when you have kids the strength of the table is a big consideration. Finally, evaluate all the design elements you want in your kitchen decor, and you will have no problem finding a drop leaf kitchen table as lovely as it is functional. Go here for more recommendations to help you find a drop leaf kitchen table.

Comparing cabinet doors

Accidental abuse can leave a cabinet door battered, in which case your options are either repair the door, replace the door, or replace the entire cabinet because a new door no longer matches the color. Whenever it comes to looking new and modern while resisting wear and tear, stainless steel cabinets are all the rage, although the traditional aspect of wood has an enduring appeal. A less expensive alternative to both wood and stainless steel would be laminated kitchen cabinets which are manufactured in a variety of styles and are known for easy care and durability.

Carefully planning the set up of your cabinets is so critical that some cabinet suppliers provide professional advice. Make sure the cabinets are in a handy place to perform the tasks at hand, like having drawers near the sink and dishwasher so you can easily store clean utensils and cutlery. Need more answers to your questions about kitchen cabinet doors? Then visit Cabinet Doors Comparison.

Stainless steel kitchen sinks

Your next important consideration is what style of sink best accommodates your kitchen decor, as it helps to classify the style of your kitchen decor and then fit it to the appropriate style of sink. Other issues you need to answer are how many people reside in the home, how frequently do you entertain large parties, how many people regularly work in the kitchen at one time, and do you cook with larger pots and pans. The original stainless steel kitchen sink appeared before 1910 at a time when most sinks were made of cast iron covered with white porcelain, but after World War 2 steel sinks became highly popular and flooded the market.

Scratches and soap residue are typical, avoidable damages which demand day-to-day upkeep to keep your sinks looking new and shiny. To remove soap scum residue and grit clean your steel sinks with warm water before drying them carefully, and in the case of scratches rub them off with a fine Scotch Rite pad. Want further assistance obtaining a stainless steel kitchen sink? Visit Best Stainless Steel Kitchen Sinks.

Unfinished wood kitchen cabinets for the do-it-yourselfer

There will be one model of cabinet you ought to avoid and that would be particle board, which looks tacky and is less than durable. Along with looking good, the kitchen cabinets must be big enough to store your foods and kitchen ware, but of a size that fits into your kitchen easily. The hardware you mount to your cabinets, such as handles, knobs and hinges, ought to also complement the prevailing decor.

Visit the local library or book store and gather up a bunch of books and magazines relating to home decor to read up on decoration ideas. The construction of the cabinet will also be a big consideration, and you need to understand enough about it to be sure that the joints are secure and the cabinet properly framed. Want additional help acquiring unfinished kitchen cabinets? Go to Easy Unfinished Kitchen Cabinets.

Kitchen cabinet hinges

Kitchen cabinet handles and knobs

The simplest cabinet hardware pieces to replace or clean are plastic, but you are advised to be certain that the connection points are made of steel. The sturdiest material for discount cabinet hardware is steel, but when the finish on steel wears down it can detract from the appearance. If you don’t mind laying out the extra cash on designer cabinet pieces you may find that porcelain pulls and knobs are an excellent way to spruce up your decor. Those who love more modern interior design plans often select polished chrome for that contemporary appeal they are after. Assistance to help you search for decorative cabinet knobs is available at Cabinet Knobs Method.

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