Walk Your Dog Day

Walk Your Dog Day

Walk Your Dog Day is coming up on February 22nd – what better chance to appreciate your dog and give him or her a unique day to feel loved and respected! According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 47 percent of American households own at least one dog,...
Ways to Enjoy Winter (Instead of Cleaning!)

Ways to Enjoy Winter (Instead of Cleaning!)

The multicolor leaves are fading quickly, and where they sat, fresh snow shall fall. On top of that, people naturally spend more time indoors because of winter weather. It is easy to get claustrophobic and frustrated if your house is not as clean as you want. So...
Halloween Starts the Holidays

Halloween Starts the Holidays

Trick or Treat? With Halloween, it can be hard to tell. The treat is the candy, the costumes, and all the fun. The tricky part is the mess, clean-up, and the knowledge that the busiest time of year is right around the corner. We here at Maids by Trade think you can...
A Strange Mirror Showed Women Their True Selves

A Strange Mirror Showed Women Their True Selves

Malls, with their thin mannequins and professionally-put-together outfits, aren’t usually known for boosting self-esteem. However, one creative group of musicians used the Barton Creek Square Mall in Austin, Texas to change that a little.     An...