Four years ago, Bradley Cooper had built a solid reputation as a scene-stealing supporting player. Ed Helms was best known for his sweet but buffoonish Andy on “The Office.January is a good time to do small chores around the house. A sampling:
Clean one closet. Pick one that’s manageable and decide to do it in one day. Throw away everything that’s irreparably stained or torn (unless, cut up, it will make good cleaning rags); give away anything you haven’t used in the last year. Just do it.
Flip, spin and vacuum. Your mattress will last longer and you’ll sleep better, too. While you’re at it: Is the pad still in good shape, or should you buy a new one during this month’s white sales?
Go easy on houseplants. Don’t start feeding again until longer days of stronger light, and really watch the water. Overwatering is the most common cause of death for houseplants, especially in winter.
Freezer hunt. Did you store leftover soup from a dinner party or berries you picked during the harvest season? Don’t forget these goodies. Take a quick inventory of freezer contents and post the list on the freezer door. Then enjoy the unexpected treats.
Year-end accounting. Sort strategically, and create folders for the key categories of information that you will need, such as mortgage interest, real-estate taxes, health care costs, charitable donations and work expenses.
