All That Shines LLC

This year my house was broken into, my purse stolen, my car stolen and overall just weird things happening. I decided to leave the house and left my garage band recording (program I use to record music). When I returned I played it back and there were two men in my office whispering, but I couldn't make out what they were saying. Any musician knows Garage Band will pick up absolutely everything. Immediately after, someone un-installed my garage band and changed all of my email and apple passwords and I STILL can't check my email and my phone has been hacked. Also my debit card came up missing and I now need to close my account. I am so over people gaslighting me and telling me these things aren't happening. I've got people streaming my computer on their televisions and more. I'm taking all of my equipment out of town to have a professional look into these things and when I find out, I will take action. Over the past 30 years I have been ostricized and st...

I wanted to give a shout out to all of my customers and say thank you so much for your support. Many of you have watched me struggle personally and with my company, but you have stayed the course with me and we are turning a corner. You are not only my customers, but you are my friends. Thank you for entrusting me with helping you make your home and/or business the best!!! You rock!!

  We are excited to announce that Alexandria will be back with us this summer.  She has been away at nursing school. Alexandria is an awesome person to work with. She is meticulous about her work, honest and hard working. I am looking forward to working with her again. Congratulations on a great semester! 

I used to be a person who bought every different kind of cleaner available, those specified for this or that, such as All Purpose Cleaners, furniture polish, etc. They can be expensive though if you have to have a cleaner for every different thing you do. After I began cleaning for a living, I found uses for BASIC supplies that did everything. I also found that texture of my cleaning rag or tool played as big a part as the cleaner I was using. So here is a list of things I keep in my cleaning toolkit that can be used for virtually anything and everything.  1. Dawn Dishsoap  Dawn is soft enough to be used on animals. Many commercials have shown it to be effective in cleaning up little ducklings, etc after an oil spill. So it's soft enough to not harm, yet has a great degreaser. Fill up a spray bottle with water and add a few drops of Dawn Dish Soap, shake and voila! There is your all purpose cleaner.  2. Vinegar The same type of bottle is handy to have as the Dawn, if you ...

  What does commercial cleaning entail? A daily cleaning checklist for commercial spaces includes vacuuming, mopping, dusting, cleaning bathrooms and kitchen areas and emptying trash bins. We also wash doors & windows as needed and disinfect by cleaning surfaces such as doorknobs and light switches.  Commercial cleaning is important for employees and customers. Customers will most likely come back if your office or business is clean. Employees will miss less work due to illness. 

  Let's gather some simple solutions to help you keep up on housekeeping.  1. Decluttering - Decluttering your house can be a daunting task. The first step to organizing anything is to get rid of excess by decluttering. Get rid of things you don't want or don't use. Start two piles, one for donations, the other for trash. If you don't love it or use it, get rid of it. The standard is, if you haven't used it or wore it for a year, get rid of it.  2. Organizing - There are a couple of ways to get started organizing your home. To keep things up off of the floor, try to use some wall space. Shelves with baskets and coat hooks can go a long way. Be sure to use labels and keep like items together. Coat hooks are great for hanging not only coats, but shopping bags that contain various like items, backpacks etc. 3. Tidying - Making your bed and keeping your dishes done are the two best ways to get started.  Use a basket to pickup items throughout the house and put away late...

Here is a before & after of a post construction clean.   

All That Shines recently celebrated its first year of business.  Thank you to all who have helped me get this company started and off on the right foot.  My customers are the best!! 

I got behind on my blogging and didn't even take the opportunity to say Happy New Year.  Now we're coming up on Easter.  Gosh! I hope I haven't lost any readers. It's been a busy few months to say the least. All That Shines LLC almost went under but by the grace of God, I was able to save it.  So that's been kind of stressful. In the midst of all of that, I got married!! That's right! MARRIED! After 17 long years of being single, I finally met someone and tied the knot.  My name is now Dana R. Simpkins.  Meet my husband Kent. He will be helping me with the company and we may be adding some additional services including event cleanup and janitorial services. Kent is currently a probation and parole officer.  Here are some of my wedding pictures. 

Throughout history, cleaning has not been recognized for the essential service and trade that it is.  In the 1840s, it was finally discovered that cleaning is an essential factor in the longevity of life because it prevents disease and the spread of viruses. Today, we understand that proper cleaning not only increases life expectancy but has a significant impact on our mental and emotional health as well. I will be providing more information on the benefits of hiring a housecleaner and what to look for in a cleaning company. 

Today I cleaned for my dear friend, Deborah Weems. She owns a big beautiful home that will be on a beer tour tomorrow. Call St Joseph Allied Arts if interested. Congratulations Deborah. You are "All That Shines" this week. 

We are a local cleaning company looking for a part-time cleaning professional to join our team. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality cleaning services to our clients and are looking for someone who shares our passion for cleanliness and attention to detail. Responsibilities: Perform cleaning tasks such as dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and cleaning bathrooms and kitchens. Use cleaning equipment and supplies provided by the company. Follow instructions and checklists provided by the company to ensure that all cleaning tasks are completed to our standards. Communicate with clients and the company to ensure that any special requests or needs are addressed. Requirements: Previous experience in cleaning preferred, but not required. Ability to work independently and efficiently. Strong attention to detail. Good communication skills. Must have reliable transportation. Schedule: This is a part-time position with a flexible schedule. We are looking for someone who can work 10-20...

Tonight I had the pleasure of taking my granddaughter to gymnastics class. It made me nervous watching her on the balance beam, but the school was well padded and equipped with plenty of instructors. I was quite impressed with MEGA Gymnastics in St. Joseph. Way to go Jayla and MEGA! You are ALL THAT SHINES this week!! 

Shining this week is the Dudley Duo, Keith and Susan Dudley. They are local realtors in St Joseph and also recently purchased The Rendezvous Bar on Felix. Stop in to show your support. #Allthatshinesllc 

I started doing CrossFit in September 2022. I not only have gained strength. I have gained confidence, made friends that support me and I support them. I have grown to love it. I am only in competition with myself, to be better than I was the day before! I know I will be doing CrossFit until I can’t do it anymore. I am a 52 year old mom and grandma….if I can do it anyone can! It’s never too late to begin!!

Wishing my assistant, Shona Aubrey, a very happy birthday. I could not do it without you! 

I want your stories!! It's adult show and tell time, every week. I want to hear about All That Shines in your world, whether it be your marathon pics or your babies first milestone. Don't be afraid to join this brag session. It's your turn to shine! 

Here is a sample (before and after photos) of a job we did on a rental property. #AllthatshinesLLC #MakeitShine   #BeforeandAfter