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Scenery: Sunset (Myrtle Beach, SC)
I dont think I can come up with words to say how incredible those pictures are. Thank you so much for sharing!

 

Cure for Bad Dog Breath?
Marrow Bones. Dogs love them and chewing on them keeps their teeth cleaner than you can. Cleaner teeth means better breath. But only give your dog the large marrow bones. Never give your dog bones from poultry or pork or any small beef bone.

 

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White Vinegar Instead of Jet-Dry?
I have a KitchenAide stainless dishwasher. I always use vinegar as the rinse agent and I have had this workhorse for 10 years now.

 

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Getting Rid of Weevils?
And if you have them running through your cabinetry now, look up how to get rid of kitchen weevils on e-how.com. Thats how I got rid of mine. It took 3 weeks of diligent and daily work, but I did it! And store flour in the freezer, especially if you dont use...

 

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Treatment for Worn Out Knees?
I am sure a lot depends upon why your knees are worn out and what part is worn out? While there are products that can help make joints more comfortable, if your cartilage is torn or worn away, they are not going to help.

 

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Reviews of Pet Calming Aids: Rescue Remedy, Comfort Zone, Etc.
I used Rescue Remedy when bringing my puppy to puppy classes. He would get so excited that he would do nothing but pull on the leash and it was exhausting to me by the end of the session. I began feeding him some soft food with a dropper of Rescue Remedy mixed...

 

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Advice for Choosing a Dog Breed?
Dogbreedinfo.com is a great web-site to check out different types of dogs. You can look them up alphabeticlally or by type. Not all small dogs are yappers. I have a Boston Terrier. They tend to be quiet, only barking when someone comes to the door. He doesnt...

 

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Grapefruit For A Cold
I cant say that I am looking forward to my next cold to try this, but I am bookmarking it! It has to be healthier than taking cold medicine.

 

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Helping a Child Eat More Healthy Food?
Lisa is right about offering a food over and over again. Just put a sprig of broccoli, or whatever, on the dinner plate every night and dont even mention it. Eventually if the child doesnt feel he/she is fighting with you about it (no one likes to lose) they...

 

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Looking for Large Easy to Clean Litterbox?
I use a plastic 30 gallon rectangular tote box, without the lid, and a U shape cut out of one end. Its tall, and large enough for my Maine Coon who is 44 inches from nose to tail.

 

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Reuse Foil Box For Leftover Wrapping Paper
Oh so obvious, but how many of us thought of it! My scraps all end up folded, flattened, and creased in my big box of wrap. Thank you!

 

black & white kitten

In Memory of Belladonna
That is a fabulous picture. I am sorry that you have lost her. But you will keep her memory safe, I can tell.

 

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Gidget (Domestic Short Hair)

Gidget (Domestic Short Hair)
She has got the best markings! Thanks for sharing her picture.

 

Gwen (Cat)
By the look in her eyes she was about to start some mischief!

 

Romeo (Cat)
I love the name! I always thought I should have named my cat Valentine Romeow instead! Maybe its corny, but my sense of whimsy keeps me going!

 

Rainbow

Rainbow (Dutch Harbor, AK)
Great shot, thank you.

 

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Can I Regularly Use Yeast in My Septic Tanks?
Most septic people dont recommend Ridex. I have been told it solidifies like a brick in the tank. Regular yeast works best. I dissolve some up with a touch of sugar to get it going and wash it down the drain.

 

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Removing Mildew from a Tent?
Go to an RV store and buy the product they sell for cleaning camper canvases.

 

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Twin Mattress for Large Dogs
A friend of mine buys crib mattresses at garage sales for her big dogs. Their covering is washable since they need to be waterproof. But a twin for two big dogs to share is a great idea too.

 

Mountain lake.

Scenery: Lake at Granite Trailhead (Cottonwood...
Just looking at the picture I can imagine the quiet and serenity. Very nice.

 

Jaguar face paint.

Costume: Jaguar Face Paint
I love it! He looks so happy he brought a big smile to my face too!

 

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Stopping Junk Mail?
I think it is catalogchoice.com There have been several posts about this before. I have gone to the web-site and got myself off a lot of mailing lists. Sometimes it takes a while because a lot of these places have their mailings set up in advance, but it does...

 

Bud and Bo (Dogs)
How much fun! So happy. So great!

 

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Will Feeding My Cat Yogurt Help With Yeast Infection in the Ears?
I believe you want to actually swab the ears with the yogurt. It might help if she eats it too, but actually applying it will work much faster. Just swab it in though, dont spoon it in!

 

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Buying Replacement Cleaning Pads for Shark Floor Steamer?
Bed Bath and Beyond online will have them.

 

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Use Sugar and Borax for Ants?
ONE ant DRANK it all? I dont know why but that made me laugh. Im sorry I cant help but thanks for the smile and you seem to have a good sense of humor yourself.

 

Grey and white cat in garden.

Zoe (Maine Coon)
I too have a Maine Coon. His name is Lurch. I always thought he was just a quiet purrer. I thought being such a large cat he would really belt it out! Now I suspect its part of the breed. Maine Coons are gentle giants. Thank you for posting her beautiful picture...

 

Zeke (Dog)
Thats a great picture!

 

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Removing Incontinence Odor?
Natures Miracle which is used to remove pet urine odors should work. Its expensive but it works. Available in pet supply stores in various sized bottles and can be used on all sorts of materials. Its enzyme based so it doesnt rely on covering up the odor but...

 

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Tiny Hard Shelled Bugs on Kitchen Countertops?
If after you have checked every grain type of product in your cabinets you determine that these are weevils, then I suggest you check out e-how.com for getting rid of them. That is what helped me when I had them. After removing everything from my cabinets and...

 

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Repairing a Cracked Ceramic Pasta Dish?
Yes! Boil it in whole milk for around 45 minutes. I learned this on Thriftyfun a few years ago - if you look there is another post. I tried it and to my amazement it works!

 

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Cleaning a Microwave Over the Stove?
I used to use a butter knife with a rag over it. Then, after nine years I accidentally discovered that the whole vent part can be snapped off, like the grill at the bottom of a refrigerator. See if yours can be taken off. Then you can spray it down and clean...

 

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How to Tell if Your Dog is Purebred
Any vet will tell you that this is not true.

 

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Painting a Kitchen with Blue Countertops?
In one of the archived posts you might find the person who recommended a bright light green. At first this might seem odd, but I have seen it in pictures and it is very refreshing. Of course, you have to consider the type of home you have and your personal...

 

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Puppy Will Not Poop Or Pee in Outdoor Run?
Dogs do not want to do their business where they will be stepping in it later. Even if you pick one spot in the yard, you will wear it out eventually until the weather has removed the lingering odors and residue. Also, many puppies are accustomed to going on...

 

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Kitten Trying to Nurse on Owner's Arm?
Your kitten will outgrow this. Right now hes looking for his mothers comfort. Do not force him away! When he begins to hurt you, gently redirect his energy to something else, like a stuffed animal.

 

What Breed is My Dog?
Mmmm, possibly some Pit Bull, but has the marking of a Boston Terrier. Pit Bulls are a terrier of sorts. This dog obviously has something larger than a Boston in the mix. Look up Bostons and you will see the resemblance in the markings. The fur color is called...

 

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Correct Way to Note Payee on Money Order?
Depending upon how the check will be cashed it can either make make a difference or none at all. If it is batched with other checks for deposit, the payee wont even be looked at. If deposited through a remote deposit system as a lot of businesses do now, it...

 

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Removing Shampoo Buildup on the Bottom of Bath Tub?
Are you sure it is not bar soap residue? Usually it is shampoo that is used to get bar soap yuck off the tub.

 

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Will Bathing a Dog With Dawn Help With Dry Skin?
We had a dog once with terribly dry skin and dandruff. The vet had us bathing him with a special shampoo. It did no good however because the problem, we found out much later, was that he had diabetes. Veterinary care has come a long way in the last 25 years...

 

A close up of a jaguar.

Jaguar (Stone Zoo, Stoneham, MA)
Oh my gosh what a fantastic picture!

 

In Memory of Rusty (Sheltie)

In Memory of Rusty (Sheltie)
Rusty was a very handsome boy with a very thoughtful look in his eyes.

 

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Remedies for Excessive Sweating and Underarm Odor?
I told a friend about Certain Dri and she is forever in my debt! She had tried clinical strength deodorants without luck. Available without a prescription in pharmacy stores where regular deodorant is sold.

 

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Storage Drawer on Stove Wedged Shut?
If you are resigned to losing the glass dish, try using a screwdriver as a chisel. Pound the handle end of the screwdriver with a hammer. Those glass dishes are usually pretty tough though.

 

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What are the Differences Between Standard and Miniature Dachshunds?
Go to www.dogbreedinfo.com and click on All Breeds, then find dachshunds. They say there are three varieties based on hair type and two sizes. They dont list any differences in temperament. This is a great web site for when you are just starting to research...

 

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Laundered Towels Smell Like Cat Urine When Used?
How many times are they used before they are washed? Do they dry well inbetween? I noticed a funky smell on some of my towels once and started washing them more often. That worked.

 

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Doggie Ice Cream
I know you posted this a long time ago, but I was printing off the recipe for a friend and thought Id let you know how much my dog and my sisters dogs love this stuff!

 

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Finding the Correct Sized Organizer Bin to Use as a Cat Box?
I use very large totes, 21 gallons I think they are. I use them because I have a Maine Coon and no commercial litter box was big enough or high enough to contain the litter. My husband cut a U shaped opening on one end with a saws-all. I went over the edges...

 

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How Do I Dye Velvet Drapes?
I did this once, about 20 years ago. They were light blue and I dyed them royal blue. At home. In the washer with RIT dye. No problem. Just run bleach and old towels through the washer after. they didnt shrink and I used them for years. If they dont shrink...

 

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Litter Box Odor?
Clumping litter yes, as everyone has mentioned. Brands are up to you, and to some extent, your cat. The urine of different cats will react and smell differently with different litters. So the brand that works for one may not be the best for someone else. My...

 

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How Do I Adjust My Monitor's Screen Size?
Lots of times the active window does not open up full size. Thats so you can have multiple windows open to use information in each. Just double click the title bar and it will be full size.

 

Scenery: Slovenia
Great colors, great contrast, great view. Frame this one!

 

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Jazz Up Inexpensive Items
I did this with a $10 sweater. It has elbow length sleeves. I sewed 3 bright buttons to the bottom of each sleeve and now it looks like it cost a lot more. I receive a lot of compliments on it.

 

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Uses for Newspaper Plastic Bags
I use them for dog poop bags - as long as they have no holes! The larger ones I use to share produce such as carrots with their tops and rhubarb. I also bring them camping to put dirty footwear in during travel and for in suitcases.

 

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Reviews of Temperpedic Mattresses?
I know someone with a Temperpedic and someone with a Sleep Number bed. The person with the Temperpedic says it is like sleeping on a $2,000 slab. The people with the Sleep Number love their bed. I know I have seen advertising from places that will actually...

 

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Bleaching Colored Clothing White?
You will probably only lighten it, never make it truly white.

 

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Cleaning Cushion Covers in a Pop Up Camper?
Absolutely. I bought my camper used and wanted to be sure all the dirt in it was my own. I first just tried washing one small cover. I recommend line drying though. They may shrink a tad and the dryer would certainly make it worse. It was tough wrestling them...

 

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Training Leash for Puppy
Can you please give me some advice on how to get a puppy to walk with a collar and leash? I understand that the collar and leash feels awkward to him, and I dont want to pull him, but what do I do when he just sits down and wont walk? I have tried Cesar Millans...

 

Foxy (Kitten)

Foxy (Kitten)
Love that color!

 

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Make Your Mattress Last Longer
You know I just said the same thing to my husband last weekend. My mattress is guaranteed not to sag for 20 years! Also if you use a mattress cover / pad and wash it regularly your mattress will remain clean. Regular vacuuming doesnt hurt either. Here we are...

 

Dark brown or black dog with white on chest and nose.

What Breed is My Dog?
I am so surprised no one has figured this out! He is so obviously part Boston Terrier by his markings! Look them up and you will see his markings are almost perfect by the breed standard. His size and floppy ears indicate that he is mixed with something else...

 

Stoney (Cat)
When I was a kid we had a cat who taught himself to use the toilet too! Sometimes they are truly amazing.

 

What Breed is My Puppy?
Based on that picture alone? Id say he was part stuffed animal. Sorry, thats the best I can do! Hes adorable.

 

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Caring For and Training a Blind Cat?
Where in NY are you? A friend of mine had to take her dog who was going blind to Cornell to be properly diagnosed. The dog had such a rare disease that her regular vet never would have figured it out.

 

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Finding A Reputable Miniature Cocker Spaniel Breeder?
I am glad you are looking for a reputable breeder instead of supporting the puppy mills. Even though you are in Canada, I would start with www.akc.com. On the left side you will find a link for breeders. On the next page scroll down almost all the way to the...

 

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Pet Store Flea Treatments Compared to Veterinary Products?
Try Petedge.com. They sell Frontline and Advantix and their prices on all pet supplies are very good. They sell everything you can think of for your pet.

 

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Removing Cooking Grease from Dishwasher?
I do not remember the name of it, but in the same aisle of the market with the dishwasher soap you will find a dishwasher cleaner. You run the empty dishwasher with only this bottle in the silverware basket. You need to make sure your hot water tank is producing...

 

Midsummer Sunset (Scotland)

Midsummer Sunset (Scotland)
That is so beautiful I cannot come up with words that are adequate to describe how beautiful it is. You should enlarge and frame that one.

 

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Fold Cotton Rounds To Use Twice
I am thrifty, but those cotton rounds are are fairly cheap to begin with. I think Ill find other places to save money!

 

Esme' (Torti Sealpoint Himalayan)
Your cat made me laugh, theres something about the expression on her face. Thank you!

 

Narrow parallel clouds.

Clouds (Panama City Beach, FL)
This is a picture worth enlarging and framing. Great shot!

 

Number of Litter Boxes for Multiple Cats?
I use 21 gallon totes with a U shape cut out on the end and no lid as litter boxes. I have three of them for 4 cats and scoop every single day. The extra large size is like having 6 boxes and the high sides help to keep litter confined. You really do need at...

 

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How Often to Trim a Cat's Claws?
I have four cats and each ones nails grow at a different rate. Some grow blunt and others are like needles! I generally clip off just the tips every two weeks. If you start this when your cats are kittens, they dont mind so long as you never cut too far and...

 

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How Long Should I Wear New Dentures?
Keeping them in will keep the gums from swelling too much. New dentures usually need to be adjusted several times. After the gums have healed, they will continue to change shape for a while and you will need to have your dentures adjusted accordingly. Your...

 

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Small Flies Are Driving Us Crazy?
Fruit flies can be around even without the fruit. If you have indoor plants, put diatomaceous earth in the soil. We had this problem at work in offices without food. It got rid of all the flies within 2 days.

 

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Tracking Down a Continuous Beeping Sound in House?
If its electrical, you can turn off all of the circuit breakers and turn one room back on at a time. If you still hear it at least youll know its a battery operated device.

 

Finding a Cat Groomer in Northern New Jersey?
Absolutely not harmful. Ive got a 100% Maine Coon and every spring he gets shaved. I know lots of other Maine Coon owners who do the same for theirs. I bring my big guy to the vet for this. One, because they offer the service. Two, I trust them. Three, they...

 

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Can Scraping Ice on a Windshield Do Damage?
In the north we scrape frost or ice almost daily!

 

Alvin (Chipmunk)
I have always fed the chipmunks while camping. I give them unsalted peanuts in the shells. I have them around my house too, although not as bad as some people do. They are not a bother. One year I had a little girl so tame shed jump right up on me whenever...

 

Saba and Giblet (Dog and Cat)
Wow! I didnt even see the cat at first!

 

before and after on red chair

Use Mineral Oil To Restore Plastic Patio...
I have a question. This makes them look good, but what about transfer when you sit in them?

 

Lucille (Cat)
I love it! Post more pictures as she grows. I have a white cat with blue eyes and he has my heart in a way I cant describe!

 

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Feed Cats Soft Food to Increase Hydration
The only one of my 3 males who gets urinary track infections is the one who was neutered at 6 weeks before I got him. Now I rinse out the can as well and pour it into their food and so far its been a year of good health. I also cook up chicken, strain the fat...

 

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When is the First Mortgage Payment Due After Closing?
Your mortgage is paid for the month just past, whereas rent is usually paid for the month just coming.

 

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Rubbing Alcohol as a Flea Repellent
Most animals clean themselves by licking. I dont see how this is safe?

 

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Can Apartment Tenants Feed Wildlife on the Premises in Washington?
Too many people just dont want to be nice! Either to other people or nature. I only hope its true that what goes around comes around.

 

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Product Review: The Diet Solution Program
Thank you for sharing. I never heard of this diet and would not have bought it anyway. However I do find it interesting to read reviews by people who have tried things and are willing to share. Thats what Thrifty Fun is all about! Ive learned a lot this way...

 

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Is Ferret Food Safe for Cats?
Its absolutely fine. In the opposite direction, ferrets are often fed cat food. That really isnt a good idea as ferrets are more carniverous than cats and require a higher animal protein diet than cats. My cats always snacked on what they could reach in the...

 

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Make Brillo Pad Last Longer
A post a long time ago was to store the pad in a piece of aluminum foil. I didnt see how this could work, but to my astonishment, it does!

 

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Make Monitor Print Larger
Thank you! You are getting my thumbs up vote!

 

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Cat Poops in Bathtub?
One of my cats did this too. You need to think like your cat to figure out why. I had four over-sized litter boxes in the basement, scooped clean every morning. They did not have too much litter (cats dont like to sink up to their ankles in litter, they just...

 

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Are There Home Remedies for Migraines?
Exedrin and coffee. The caffeine works probably for the same reasons others have said anything that relaxes the muscles. By opening up blood vessels and improving circulation.

 

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Use Shower Curtains for Drapery
I could not find any curtains I liked for the bedroom. But I did like a shower curtain. I cut it into four panels and hemmed their sides. I only needed narrow panels at the sides to finish the windows because I have upholstered valances and sheers over blinds...

 

A cute puppy looking at the camera.

Panda (Teacup Jack Russell)
She almost looks like shes wearing a mask. Adorable!

 

A shih tzu yorkie puppy.

Lovey (Shih Tzu - Yorkie)
Shes adorable, she looks like a stuffed animal in this picture!

 

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Little Green Machine Won't Spray Cleaner?
I had this problem. Take the outside part off. It doesnt look as nice, but everytime I put the outside part back on the handle on it stopped spraying. It was the only way to keep using it.

 

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Math Fun: Multiplying By Nine
Also if you work with numbers a lot and have tried to figure out if a difference is due to a transposition of numbers or something else, divide by 3. If the difference is evenly divided by 3 then it is probably transposition.

 

Trina (Lab Mix)
Obviously she has a good sense of humor too, since she seems to be laughing at something!

 

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Why is My Cat Stealing My Socks?
When I was a kid we had a cat who would dig a pair of my striped socks out of the bottom of a laundry basket. We just found it amusing.

 

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Use Tile to Make Ferret Cage Cleaning Easier
When I had ferrets I used a low-sided plastic storage container the same width as the short side of the cage. That stopped them from backing up into one of those corners to do their business as the little guys frequently will do. I put their food and water...

 

Rocket (Cat)
Thats wonderful that you rescued him. I love to hear about people like you! And because he has been handled so much by you from day one, he will always be very friendly.

 

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Does Rosacea Go Away?
You can have it lasered. That is what I have been doing. Each person is different. Most everyone needs two treatments minimum, some people need to have more, some every six to eight weeks. Insurance does not cover this so it is not thrifty! I figure I am thrifty...

 

Frankie (Chinese Water Dragon)

Frankie (Chinese Water Dragon)
Very nice picture. He looks very proud.

 

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Really Different 25th Birthday Party Ideas?
If hes a kid at heart you will need lots of games. Check out that TV show, Minute to Win It. It has lots of easy games that can be easily replicated for home because they all use ordinary items.

 

Plastic tub shelter for cats.

Storage Container for Inexpensive Cat Shelter
That is the exact container I use as litter boxes. My husband cuts a U shaped hole from the top on one short end with a saws-all. The high walls help keep litter contained and if you have a large cat, its much more accomodating than any large litter box.

 

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Low Sudsing Laundry Detergent Recipe?
This recipe was on Thrifty Fun and I really like it. I use a cleaned out milk jug and write the recipe on the side with a Sharpie so I dont have to look it up when its time to make more. 4 Tablespoons Washing Soda 2 Tablespoons Borax 1 oz. liquid Castile Soap...

 

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Could Blue Jay Have Attacked Cat?
I saw bluejays swooping after one of my cats once. I dont know if she got too close to the nest or what, but they will go after a cat!

 

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Paint Color to Coordinate With Copper?
Sorry Im so late, I just catching up on e-mail. Greens. Greens are a natural with copper.

 

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Grammar Tip: "It's" vs "Its"
No pronoun uses an apostrophe to make it a possessive. What bugs me are the people who use the word myself instead of me.

 

Kids Clubhouse

Craft: Kids Clubhouse
Youre an awesome Grandpa!

 

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Keeping Bugs Away When Sitting Outdoors?
Gnats can be impervious to most remedies. But you can try bathing and shampooing your hair with peppermint castile soap and chewing peppermint gum. Thats what I do when I go camping and the bugs leave me alone.

 

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Product to Conceal Uneven Skin Tones?
BareEcsentuals (Bare Essentials) is also now available at JC Penney. Good Stuff.

 

Molly (Maine Coon Manx)
She is gorgeous and I love the way the picture background sets her off. Can you tell me if that is something you had done or something you did yourself?

 

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Toilet Clogged With Feminine Pad?
Dawn isnt going to fix this one. Thats for breaking up goop. I would try vigorous plunging. If that doesnt work, youll have to snake it.

 

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Starting a Tanning Salon?
Im a redhead. I dont tan. But if people want to, they should be able to. I fully believe in live and let live. Too many people want to meddle in other peoples lives. However, starting in 2011 there will be a 10% tax added to tanning salon services as part of...

 

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Painting a Kitchen With Oak Cabinets?
NEVER use flat paint in a kitchen. Semi-gloss is the usual. Even for the ceiling. You need the surface to be washable. Flat paint is like a chalkboard and will absorb grease and steam from cooking in the air. For color there is a lot more to consider. There...

 

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Discouraging Cats from Catching Mice?
Yep, telling a cat not to catch mice is like telling a salmon not to swim upstream to spawn!

 

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Cleaning Pans With Baked On Food?
Dishwasher detergent. That stuff dissolves everything.

 

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Olive Oil Stain on Brick Walkway?
And if none of that works, nature will take care of it eventually.

 

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Sharing Living Expenses With Boyfriend?
You really need to know what the monthly expenses total before you can approach him. That includes everything you pay for and everything he pays for. And to be fair, keep in mind that if you break up, the house is still yours so I wouldnt try to make him pay...

 

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Dr. Bronners Magic Soap
I love the peppermint one for camping. I use it to wash me, and my hair. No bugs! I always thought it lathered up very well. Perhaps it depends on the degree of water hardness. But it can be used to wash dishes and even brush your teeth in a pinch.

 

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Best Flooring With Pets Vinyl or Ceramic Tile?
I like the look of tile, but vinyl is so much more care-free. If you drop something on tile, its more than likely going to break. With vinyl theres always a chance it wont. A friend just put in a new vinyl kitchen floor that I could have sworn was tile. They...

 

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What to Expect When Getting Dentures ?
You may have a temporary plate while the permanent one is being made. Off hand I dont remember the name of it, but there is a mouth wash you can buy over the counter to help heal mouth wounds. Your dentist or oral surgeon may even provide it.

 

Monkey Cake
Excellent job!

 

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Never Store Plastic Containers in the Oven
Usually having a tiny kitchen I often store things in the oven. But after close to 50 years I have myself trained to always check the oven before I start it. Checking it first is as second nature to me as brushing my teeth in the morning. I would no sooner...

 

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Scenery: Snow Serpent
If everyone had a sense of whimsy like that wed be a much happier society!

 

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Move Closer When Taking Photographs
Thank you! I tell this to people often! When I take a picture of them I get close. When they take a picture of me I have to ask them to get closer. I want the picture of me and whoever is with me, not the background, unless the background has significance. Think...

 

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Reviews of Walmart's Straight Talk Cell Phone Plan?
Im a little late - havent checked my e-mail in a while. I used to love Tracfone until my phone broke and I bought a replacement. Then they could not make my voice-mail work which was really hard when I went on vacation. It seems a lot of people have advice...

 

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Painting a Wall Two Different Colors?
Bottom. No matter what.

 

Grey cat lying upside down.

Gypsy (Russian Blue and Maine Coon)
This one goes in the Smile File!

 

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Grooming a Long Haired Cat?
I have a pure Maine Coon that I have shaved every spring. He would never allow me to brush his belly, resulting in terrible knots in his fur. But I changed his mind. Every night before dinner I would swipe him a few times with the brush where he liked to be...

 

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Use Vacuum To Clean Vacuum Filter
I know it almost seems absurd to have to clean one vacuum with another, but I do the same thing.

 

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Front Load Washer Vs. Top Load Washer?
They just had this very topic in Consumer Reports. As magazines always seem to run a month or two in advance Im not sure which month it was. But if you have access to them, check it out. Perhaps the library would have them if you dont know anyone with them...

 

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Buying Bar Keeper's Friend?
And if you cant find it, Bon Ami is the same thing, different brand.

 

Molly (Calico)

Molly (Calico)
You made me smile! Kittens are so darned cute. Its always great to hear about someone saving a tiny little animal like that. Good job!

 

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Finding Comfortable Shoes?
I would definitely find out if the size is correct. Quite possibly the length is okay but they need a wider size. I know that makes a world of difference for my husband and me too.

 

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Oven Cleaner For Bathtubs?
I have seen tubs that were so bad in rentals that the only thing that would clean them is oven cleaner. We are talking about beyond regular dirty! Just use gloves, have ventilation even if it means having a fan running, and rinse very well.

 

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Grammar Tip: "Than" vs "Then"
How about people who say supposebly instead of supposedly?

 

Odin and Loki (Ferrets)
I had ferrets for 12 years. I had six total, four at any one time. I miss them terribly. But in the US most ferrets are Marshall Farms ferrets and usually have congential diseases which will appear when the ferret is a few years old. If your ferrets have tatoos...

 

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Condensation On Windows?
Humidity will still collect on the window glass which is cooler than the air. At least you know your air isnt overly dry as it is in many homes during the winter. Dont let it get too bad though because you can grow mildew.

 

snookie the dog

Sookie The Dog
I love that picture! It should be in an advertisement of some sort!

 

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Replacement Parts for Regal Kitchen Pro Bread Maker #K6743?
www.goodmans.net Make sure you go to .net, not .com You can get replacement parts for just about any appliance there. I even got replacement beaters for my mixer there.

 

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Inexpensive Vacation Planning Ideas for New York ?
Did you mean New York City, or New York State? There is lots to do north of the city you know! We have hundreds of lakes and beautiful mountains and some fantastic wine country too! Then theres historic areas and the Saratoga Race Track (August), amusement...

 

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Use Chewing Gum to Calm Stomach
Mint is supposed to be calming to the stomach and I do this too. Also sucking on a lemon drop can be calming to the stomach. This I came across when reading remedies for morning sickness.

 

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Reuse Dry Cleaning Plastic as Trash Bag
Or if there are small holes, I use mine for recycling. I dont have to separate glass from plastic from metal. It all goes in one bag and every two weeks I get quite a lot together. If I happen to have a dry cleaning bag, it gets used!

 

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Instructions for Vintage White Mountain Apple Peeler?
I have one of those. I dont think it came with instructions. Is it put together? If so, there is a tab that you push back to draw the handle to the right so that you can attach an apple to the prongs. Then start cranking and the apple will go through the peeler...

 

Wildlife: Horned Owl

Wildlife: Horned Owl
Fabulous picture!

 

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Cat Peeing on Countertops?
My cat gets so stressed when I leave for vacation that he comes down with a urinary tract infection. Really this can happen. So perhaps your cat got itself so upset that it made itself sick. Please find out, he could really be in pain and trying to tell you...

 

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Homemade Aloe Vera Lotion?
There was a post about this a long time ago. I would do the search for you, but I am short on time. Look up home made lotion. It was a combintaion of olive oil and aloe vera.

 

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Identifying Silver Jewelry?
It is probably on silver plated.

 

Mandi with feet up on an ottoman with an open book.

Mandi (Basenji/Boxer Mix)
And she looks quite studious too!

 

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Keeping Pantyhose From Running?
Definitely as was mentioned keep your toenails neat and trimmed. I have heard that freezing pantyhose makes them stronger. Ive never tried but it cant hurt to. Also be sure you are wearing the right size.

 

Causes of Eczema in Children?
If your son is allergic to the dog, it can be confirmed with a test. But since animal allergies dont tend to manifest as eczema, probably thats not the problem. The candida overgrowth is more likely the culprit.

 

Simon (Standard Dachshund)

Simon (Standard Dachshund)
I see someone beat me to it. My first thought was yin/yang too!

 

Tia (Domestic Shorthair)

Tia (Domestic Shorthair)
A cat dancer is a few pieces of rolled heavy paper on the end of a stiff wire. The cats cant see the wire only the paper zig zagging all over like a flying bug theyd like to catch. Always a favorite with cats!

 

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Choosing a New Kitchen Sink?
I would never have anything but a quality stainless steel sink. Water spots are not a problem for me. In new higher end houses I have seen many stainless steel sinks set in granite countertops.

 

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