Secrets of a Home-Aholic

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As a teenager, I applied for what I thought would be a terrific summer job. A Kennywood Sweeper. Kennywood is an old-time amusement park here in Pittsburgh and a “Sweeper” strolls through the park brushing tiny pieces of litter into the a dust pan.  This to me was the perfect job: an amusement park, easy work, a little exercise and a paycheck.  I felt overqualified and confident.  I filled out an application and geared up for a great summer.

A letter from the Kennywood employment office arrived two weeks later.  I didn’t get the job.  Never understood why and I’m not sure I ever got over the rejection.

Jump ahead several years. I’m a homeowner, browsing my local Bed, Bath & Beyond, and my heart stood still.  There it was.  A broom/dust pan combo set, just like the ones issued to those lucky Sweeper girls.

I bought it and brought it home with a definite feeling of vindication.  

The reason for posting this silly story: I actually LOVE that broom/dust pan combo set.  I use it daily. It’s perfect for those quick kitchen floor clean-ups and it tucks away nicely in the pantry.  It’s much better than dragging out the big broom then hunting down the dust pan that your husband left in the garage.  And because it’s small and light-weight, even my 4-year-old can use it.  Bonus: one day, if she applies for the summer job at Kennywood, she’ll have enough experience to land that job in the Sweeps department!

Love Your Home,
Sue