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Volume Six, Number 181, September 19, 2007 (Read It Online) If you buy bagged salad, be sure to check out the recall of Dole bagged salad in the More Reading section. It's very serious recall involving E.coli. We have lots of new requests today, please look them over and see if you have any advice to offer. Thanks for reading, Susan
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Rate It: In Memory of Toby (Yorkshire Terrier) Toby, our 12 year old Yorkie died in my arms so we had to get another pet. I was crying for 3 weeks over Toby. After we lost Toby we got another Yorkie named Odie. I thought I had posted him on this site some time ago but they've been unable to find the picture. He has been missed. Darlene from Perry Posts about Odie:
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Early Fall Is The Best Time To Plant Trees And Shrubs September mornings are great, aren't they? It is now beginning to be the best time to plant trees and shrubs. It is a great time because the above ground temperatures are dropping and the below ground temps are still warm. This helps plants get a jump on next spring because the roots still develop in the warm soil while the tops slow down in growth. Also, there are less winds and typically more moisture during this time of year, which of course reduces stress on newly planted shrubs and trees. You should be able to plant just about anything, including pansies, (which will last through next May) mums, winter veggies (starts), most trees and shrubs. Watering your lawn should be reduced by frequency and time. This will help avoid lawn fungus or premature yellowing. Shrubs and trees will be the same as above. This does not include newly planted items. So please enjoy the much needed moisture. Hopefully this will translate into more snow for our area? There are a few exceptions: Palm trees might be better planted in the spring and summer, in order to get a good root establishment before the winter sets in. (for the southern part of New Mexico) Oleanders may experience some winter kill if planted too late in the season, especially the 1 gallon size. The larger sizes seem to suffer the least winter kill. This is usually for the the first winter, after that they will have even less winter or no winter kill as they age. Using a winterizer fertilizer with plenty of potash will help increase winter hardiness just about all shrubs and trees. It is recommended for valuable plants that may suffer from winter damage. Use this product before October 30th. Don't forget to use compost, peat moss, or soil builder and root stimulator on all plantings, and make sure plants have adequate water. By Paul from Las Cruces, NM http://www.guzmansgreenhouse.com/ Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf81473550.tip.html
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Rate It: Liquid Fence Deer and Rabbit Repellent Review I have used Liquid Fence for deer for the past 5 yrs. It works great lasts forever, but beware, it stinks. Most higher end stores carry it, not Wal-Mart or Lowe's. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf58492244.tip.html
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Rate It: Use A Dryer Sheet For Stuck On Food When food sticks in a pan or dish, just add warm water and a dryer sheet. Let it soak. It will wipe out like a breeze! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf13234613.tip.html
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Rate It: Makeup Brushes Are A Good Cat Toy I have found that cats love to play with make-up brushes. From big to small brushes, cats can bat them, carry them in their mouth, hide them, and even play fetch. Most women have more than one of these lying around and usually throw them away when they done using them. I suggest rinsing them off and giving them to your cat. I have never seen a cat not adore them, and when my beloved cat Puffer Stuff died, I found her stash of over half a dozen brushes in our basement. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf41398564.tip.html
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Rate It: For making stuffed cabbage rolls, put the cabbage in the freezer (whole) for a few hours until it's pretty solid. Take it out and leave it to thaw. The cabbage leaves will be soft and pliable - no need to boil them - and so easy to stuff and roll. Saves a lot of work! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf54166709.tip.html
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Rate It: Use Spray Glue And Fabric To Cover Worn Upholstery Think of spray glue as a help with spiffing up your upholstery! My husband, the practical one, used spray glue to glue the tapestry placemats that I had decided to use as sort of antimacassars in a contrasting pattern (you know, they are those doily things on sofas, etc.) on a wing chair we had which had bad wear on the arms. Then later, we used the spray glue to hold on another piece of fabric on the seat cushion when it started to wear there. The fabric underneath is shot, anyway, so no harm done - and it does hold them in place! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf79229426.tip.html
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Rate It: I had my BeffieKat put to sleep on Friday, 14 September 2007, aged four years. I am so sad. Ol'soulful Eyes, I miss you so much. Carol from Republic of South Africa Editor's Note Carol didn't have a picture but I'm sure all of us who have lost a pet, know how she feels. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf75344450.tip.html
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This is something that has puzzled me for 40 years. When I was in high school I read a book (can't remember the title or author) that was set in Victorian England. A room in a big mansion was described as a "moberly" room.Does anybody know what "moberly" is? It wasn't anybody's name. I can't find this word in any dictionary or online. Any ideas? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf30364205.tip.html
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Rate It: My wife and I are considering having a fireplace installed in our 650 square feet room in the basement, even so the house is well central heated. My wife wants the glow that the fireplace produces, but we are unable to decide whether to have an electric or gas fireplace. My wife is also concerned about fumes produced by gas. We live in Ottawa Canada and can get very cold in the winter! Any advice will be much appreciated. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf94270734.tip.html
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Rate It: Quick French Onion Soup Recipe Anyone have a simple recipe for french onion soup? I need a recipe that is "restaurant good" but "canned soup" quick! Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf91998437.tip.html
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Rate It: Quite a while ago I purchased several boxes of white return address labels and can't return them to the store. The dimensions are 1/2" x 1 3/4" and can't use them in my printer. I tried setting my printer for the smallest type, but part of my address is cut off so I can't use them for address labels. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf96888580.tip.html
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Rate It: Saving Labels from Beer Bottles My hubby is brewing his own beer. He wants to reuse store bought bottles that will work with his equipment. He also wants to save some of the labels. How do we remove the labels without damaging them? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf37109040.tip.html
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Rate It: I think she has some Staffie in her because of the brindle, but I'm not sure what the rest could be. She's lightening quick and seems to go for any squirrel or pigeon that crosses her path. She's just over a year old and I got her from a rescue home so I don't know anything about her background.
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Rate It: Reusing Embroidery From Old Shirts I have some old embroidered shirts that are worn out. I'd like to reuse the embroidery on a new shirt. Any ideas on how? I've tried cutting out an oval of the piece and using more embroidery to "frame" but that requires a lot of matching shirt for shirt. And it doesn't look that good. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf96405862.tip.html
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Rate It: Any ideas on how to help dog with allergys? He is scratching himself like crazy and making himself bleed. I took him to the vets they gave him allergy pills, but he still scratches. The only thing that works some in cortisone shots, but vet won't do those anymore, wants me to take him to expensive allergy vet, that we just can not afford. $800 just to look at dog, then more money to treat. My mother-in-law takes her dog to him, and she said it costs her a lot. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf21154782.tip.html
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Rate It: "Family Is Like a Quilt Pieced Together..." I saw a verse that was framed at the local fair and it started out A family is like a quilt pieced together... I can't remember the rest of it, any help would be greatly appreciated. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf73496381.tip.html
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Rate It: Looking For Freshman Homecoming Float Ideas I go to Ardmore High School. We are black and gold and our mascot is the tiger. Our freshman class is trying to come up with an idea for our freshman homecoming float. We are playing the West Limestone Wildcats. Their colors are blue and white. Please send me your ideas. Thanks. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf42628190.tip.html
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Rate It: Inexpensive Slipcover For Square Ottoman I have a large square ottoman that is in perfect condition. However the fabric pattern no longer goes with my decor. I would like to have a slipcover made as it does not need to be reupholstered. I do not own a sewing machine nor do I know how to operate one. Can anyone offer me any suggestions on how to make a slipcover without using a sewing machine. I have advertised on craigslist to have one made & pay for it but they want $75 to $100. Even though I realize that this may be the going rate it is not in my budget to pay that amount. Please help a damsel in distress. Thank you. Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf97134056.tip.html
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Dole Recalls 'Dole Hearts Delight' Packaged Salads Monterey, Calif. -- Sept. 17, 2007 --- Dole Fresh Vegetables, a division of Dole Food Company, Inc., today announced that it is voluntarily recalling all salad bearing the label "Dole Hearts Delight" sold in the U.S. and Canada with a "best if used by (BIUB)" date of September 19, 2007, and a production code of "A24924A" or "A24924B" stamped on the package. The "best if use by (BIUB)" code date can be located in the upper right hand corner of the front of the bag. The salad was sold in plastic bags of 227 grams in Canada and one-half pound in the U.S., with UPC code 071430-01038.
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