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All of our readers in the affected areas from hurricane Katrina, you are in our hearts and prayers. For all of us safe and on dry land, you can find a list of phone numbers set up solely for cash donations and/or volunteers at the link below:
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We will be donating $3 to Red Cross for every Photo Contest that we receive from now until Sunday at midnight. The Red Cross will need a lot of money to deal with this disaster and every little bit will help. You can enter the photo contest at the address below:
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Thanks for reading and stay safe,
Susan
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Today's Photos
Angel Noelle (Schnoodle) Don't Eat the Charmin
This is Angel Noelle. She is a 2 year old Schnoodle. Angel was born December 2002 and I adopted her February 2003. She is very smart and affectionate. She loves to give kisses and cuddle. She is the love of my life. Angel enjoys running around out in the yard and her favorite game is fetch. At times my Angel can be a little mischievous, as you can see from these cute pictures.
By Margarett Kirchner
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Daisy (Budgie) Ringing the School Bell
This picture is of Daisy. She is helping the teachers ring in the first day of school!
Daisy is a budgie and she is about 6 months old! I love watching her throughout the day. She is still always doing something to make a person laugh. She is the best.
By Vicki Harris
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My daughter's bestfriend "Marty Cat".
By Ambi
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Beaded Magic Wand
By Connie Decker Brown
Supplies:
Directions:
1. Paint dowel silver. Allow to dry thoroughly.
2. Glue 1 silver tinsel stem 2" from the top.
3. Wrap the silver tinsel stem the rest of the way to the top.
4. Place 2-3 beads on the silver tinsel stem.
5. Shape the tinsel stem into a star with 1 1/2" per side, arranging the beads in a pleasing pattern. Leave 1" for finishing.
6. Wrap the remaining 1" on the dowel and glue the end to secure.
7. Voila! A Magic Wand to charm the heart of any princess.
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Today's Tips
Back to School Clothes on a Budget
Have A Child's Clothes Swap
Get a few friends and/or church members to swap children's clothes. Children grow out of clothes so fast. You can also do clothes swaps if you are losing weight So you dont have to spend a fortune on in between fashions.
By Valerie
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We have a small house with very little storage room. One of the best things we ever did was to invest in an inexpensive closet organizer. It has helped us make room for several items that we had no idea where they would go. Not much money and defintely worth it.
By Robin
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Tips for saving money on diet items. Post your ideas.
Shopping for Special Diet Items
If your on a special diet get the basics like fruit vegetables and meat at a store like Save a lot first then get your special foods like low calorie ice-cream, and 2% cheese at the bigger grocery store. Check out the coupons at the bigger grocery stores but only get the things you will use or want. Bring a list.
By Valerie
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Make a Master List for Camping
This tip is for your new recreation section. On one of our camping trips, I took the time to write down everything we had brought with us, tips about how we had packed that had worked or had not worked, and items we forgot. When we got home I saved this master list, divided into categories of where that item is typically kept at home: garage, storage building, kitchen, etc.
Now when we are going to go camping, I just print our list and check off as we gather items from each area - no more running around from place to place as things come to my mind! I also bring the paper copy that we packed from with us, making note of any additions or deletions so I can update my master list when I get home.
By Cindy
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Tips for helping people deal with stress and stessful situations. Post your ideas.
Stress Relief Ideas
A great way to relieve stress is to exercise, exercise, exercise! It doesn't have to cost anything either. Walking in your neighborhood every day doesn't cost a dime!
One of my favorite ways to "de-stress" is to listen to soft, calm music. I love to just sit back and close my eyes and take some deep breaths while listening. Great relaxation!
Another way I love to de-stress by watching old I Love Lucy videos! Laughter is a great medicine. It helps lower blood pressure and tends to reduce stress. I always feel much more relaxed after a good laugh session!
By Robin
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Care packages are always welcomed by college students, but they are expensive to ship. Instead, I recommend trying gift cards or money. Then the student can get whatever he or she needs or wants. Also, Wal-Mart has a reloadable shopping card now that a parent can put money on and the student can have it within just a few minutes to use for whatever they need.
By Robin
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Putting one half of an unused BOUNCE dryer sheet under the drivers side car seat will provide you with fresh smelling air and discourage fly-ems and creep-ums from enjoying residence in your vehicle. And we all know that a bee in the car while zooming down the interstate can create havoc!
By kittyhassparkle
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Ok, it's Christmas in July, er August! Make these and store them for Christmas or use them hanging in your car.
Ingredients:
Directions:
Mix together and roll on lightly floured cloth till 1/8" thick. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters or a knife. Use a knitting needle to put a small hole at the top of your ornament to place an ornament hanger later.
Cook in preheated 200 degree F oven until hard - about 1 1/2 hours.
By Christi
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Tips for saving money on gas. Post your ideas.
Keep in mind, cars are more fuel efficient with the air conditioning on than with the air off and windows down while zipping down the freeway so cool of if you feel the need without worry.
Are your tires properly inflated? You will save so much money if you will keep the air just right in those tires. For examples, your won't have to replace your tires so soon, you will use less gasoline to make your care move, you will have a smoother ride.
By kittyhassparkle
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Contest ends August 31, 2005
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New Requests
I am looking where to buy twig wreath bases to make floral wreaths. I checked Wal-Mart, Joanns and Micheals in my area and found nothing.
Jo Anne from NY
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I am looking for a new cordless phone. My old one which I love doesn't work well anymore. It was a 2.4GHz. I've tried 2 new ones that were expensive and they are 5.8GHz which I thought would be better, but for some reason they have static. Should I go back to a 2.4GHz, at least the old one was clear? Any suggestions?
Donna J.
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Ford Mustang Themed Birthday Party
I am planning a surprise 30th birthday party for my husband. He and his friends are into Ford Mustangs and drag racing. I was thinking of having a Mustang show/theme. We are also having a cook out. Any ideas on how this can be planned?
Carla
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This summer I purchased a confederate jasmine plant and it has done wonderful... green with wonderful fragrant white flowers and has grown up the trellis winding around it every day.
My question is, do I leave this plant alone now that the cooler weather will be here or do I cut it down?
Thank you in advance for your information.
Regards,
Joesgirl
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We have a second fridge downstairs. It freezes everything I put in there unless it is a very hot, hot day. We have had it checked to see if it needed repairs and it does not. Is there anything I can do to prevent this? It certainly defeats the purpose of having an extra fridge when I have to throw out frozen items.
Thank You.
Sharon
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I would like to find a recipe for Escalloped Apples. Does anyone have one, or know where I may find one? I have a good looking recipe from Pampered Chef for an Escalloped Apple Pie, and need to make the Escalloped Apples, for I can't find them anywhere but the Schwann Co. and they are too expensive for me.
Thanks to all who may read and help.
Sincerely,
Sharon
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Can Dry Erase Markers Be Refilled?
Can dry erase markers be refilled? if so with what solvent or chemical?
Ijeoma from Lagos
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How do I clean rust off the bars of a metal dog crate (cage) so it will be safe for a pet to use? I don't know what type of metal it is.
Donna from NY
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Window Hardware for Roman Shades
I want to hang Roman shades on four windows. The sewing of the shades is the easy part. I need to find the hardware that rolls the shades up and down. Does anyone have any suggestions where I can locate the hardware for roman shades?
Thanks,
Tony
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Armpit Smell On Dry Clean Only Clothes
I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to get out perspiration and armpit smell out of dry clean clothes. I have seen many suggestions for washable clothes, but cannot find anything for fine fabrics. I work in suits everyday, and am tired of spending big bucks on new suits, only to feel like walking body odor after month or so! Please help.
Erika
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I can NOT get the odor out of my son's New Balance suede tennis shoes. The bottom of the inside of the shoes have a flannel feeling fabric. I have:
1. Sprayed with Kiwi Fresh Force shoe freshener
2. Washed with baking soda, vinegar, detergent, spray and wash, etc.
3. Left outside for days to air out. Even the animals don't want to run off with them....lol
None of his other shoes smell like this. He marched in these at band camp and I suppose he sweat excessively in them. The just have a really rank odor that resembles the odor that happened one time when the towel underneath the dog's water bowl didn't get replaced when I was flat on my back from an injury. The guys let it go and it got full of mold or mildew underneath. Ew...gross. Anyway, the towel washed fine. But I sure can't get these shoes to stop stinking. They sure are clean though!...LOL...Any suggestions? Thanks, Stacie
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I just purchased a coffee table which was made in India. It has metal legs and the table top is some kind animal skin. The table was painted black. It started to smell the next day. I really want to get rid of this smell. What do I need to use for this?
Kari from San Diego.
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I need ideas for my mom's 50th birthday party.
Thanks,
Nerine
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Help please. The bees have invaded our grapes and are destroying them. The vines are so full of all kinds of bees eating my fruit. What can I do?
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Removing Ink From Leather Purse
I need to clean ballpoint ink off my leather purse.
Thank you,
Chris
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Back to School Clothes on a Budget
By Kim Danger
It's almost here again: time for the kids to head back to school. But before they set foot on that school bus, you'll most likely be heading to the local mall to outfit them for that first day. For moms on a budget, the back to school wardrobe can be a frightening prospect. Your kids are begging for Tommy, Ralph, and Doc Marten, but your wallet wants to head to Wal-Mart. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your back-to-school buck while still giving kids what they want:
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Green Tips for Back to School
By Ellen Brown
Parents expect to spend an average of $574 on back-to-school shopping this year. Other than the holiday season, back-to-school shopping offers consumers the largest opportunity to collectively vote with their dollars in support of environmentally and socially responsible products. It also offers an excellent opportunity for parents to teach their children about conserving our natural resources.
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Hurricane Katrina - How Can You Help
To all of our readers in the affected areas, you are in our hearts and prayers. For all of us safe and on dry land, here is a list of phone numbers set up solely for cash donations and/or volunteers. Feel free to add you comments and ways to help.
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