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Hello,
First of all, today's sponsor is the THE CAR BUYER'S BIBLE. It's a book by Robin Segal. She has set up a special promotion where you can buy her book today and get a bunch of interesting freebies. You can find more information in the sponsor spot in this newsletter.
Our latest contests end tonight at midnight.
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We still have not announced the winners of the last contest because we are still publishing photos from it. Winners of the contest that ended on October 31st will be announced next Wednesday and winners of the contest that ends tonight will be announced next friday. And, of course, we will start a new contest tomorrow.
Lastly, we have been receving numerous requests each day from people who are looking for assistance during the holiday season. We are not able to offer people direct help, we don't have the resources, but there should be charities at the local level that can help these people. What we are hoping to do is create a listing of charities that are available in each state in the US (most of our requests are from people in the US). If you know of any charities in your local area that help people around Christmas time, please post the charity's name and contact information on the page that we have created for that state. We have set up the list of states here:
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We are also publishing 10 states a day as Reader's Requests. With your help, we hope to have a nice listing of charities to help these people by the end of the week.
Thanks for reading,
Susan
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Today's Sponsors
THE CAR BUYER'S BIBLE
You can save more money than you ever imagined on your next car, but you must act during the next 24 hours. Dr. Robin Segal has written a super, sure-to-save-you a hundred times the price of the book, car buyer's guide, THE CAR BUYER'S BIBLE.
A former car saleswoman and professional writer, Robin takes you behind the scenes at the dealership, and teaches you the EIGHT essential rules you need to follow to avoid all the drama most people suffer through, and especially to avoid paying too much for your car. Read this book and you will know:
- What a fair price is and isn't
- Why a dealership WILL accept your price and terms
- What time of the month and year to buy
- Where to find everything on the internet
- The correct sequence of research, financing, and test driving (yes, it matters!)
- How to relax, stay sane, and actually enjoy the whole process of buying a car!
Get this gem of a book November 15th, and Robin will personally give you TWENTY bonus gifts worth over $750, including:
- A special report on hybrid cars and alternative fuels, by Robin Segal, Ph.D. in this subject.
- A super report on how to talk to your kids about money
- An absolutely essential ebook on preventing identity theft
- Marketing Results Coach Warren Whitlock's "Secrets of Successful Self-Promotion"
- A hilarious 244 page ebook packed with stories about car buying and selling
- A beautiful basic guide to household budgeting.
- A one year subscription to the Frugal-families website. and many more!
But you will ONLY get these special bonus gifts if you get the book before midnight on November 15th.
All of the information is at:
http://www.thecarbuyersbible.com
Today's Photos
Make Your Concrete Patio Look Like Brick!
I painted the entire patio with a grey porch/patio paint and was not happy with the look. So I next used narrow masking tape to tape off the brick pattern. I then used a red brick color and an old paintbrush to paint the bricks (I mixed a little black acrylic paint with the red to make it look more authentic). It has worn fairly well and only needed a few touch ups each summer.
I love the way my patio looks now and it sure beats the cost of installing brick pavers!
By Marianne from Trenton, Ohio
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Mighty Zues (Brindlequin Great Dane)
Heavenly's Mighty Zues is 6 years old and still got it. He produced 11 puppies in April and He is a Proud Daddy of 11 Born Oct 13th 2005.
Zues is a Brindlequin Great Dane. I bought him from a lady who had to get rid of him because he did not like a new male taking over his job. (All of her females were his).
He loves to be loved on. He loves to run and play with his 2 girls we kept from his litter in April. He loves his Chew Bones. He's a big boy.
By Sabra from Blair, Nebraska
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Picture of garden art by hubby and me. I use a projector to put the pattern on plywood. Hubby cuts it out and I paint them with exterior white paint. Then use acrylic craft paint and when dry I spray with clear sealer.
By Great Granny Vi from Moorpark, CA
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Today's Tips
Tips for When You Are Being Held Up
I was held up at gunpoint last night as i was leaving my job at the doctors office. Yes it was very scary and no i am not hurt. I want to encourage everyone to listen to the police officers on the tv about guidelines for what do when this happens.
I did some of the things and wanted to relay them.
We thought on our feet.
By Sandy from Baltimore, MD
Editor's Note: So glad to hear you are alright Sandy. Here are some more tips from the Seattle Police Department's website.
Responding to a Confrontation:
- If a robber grabs your bag, resist the impulse to play tug of war. If you hang on, chances are you will be knocked down, hit, or kicked and the robber will get your bag anyway.
- Victims sometimes tell a robber they have no money. This technique may backfire. It is safer to give up a few dollars. Carry a little money in an accessible place for just this purpose. Keep it separate from other funds.
- If someone demands your property and displays or implies in anyway that they have a weapon, hand the bag or wallet to them.
http://www.seattle.gov//police/prevention/Tips/wallet.htm
Be sure to check out your local police departments website, I am sure they have some tips as well.
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When you receive some snail mail from a friend, cut off their return address and save. Use it on your next item you're mailing to them. Just tape it to the package or envelope. Save your time not having to handwrite it all out. I keep a small tin in my desk drawer for just that very reason.
By Terri from NV
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At Thanksgiving and Christmas I buy the biggest turkey I can find - usually 20-25 pounds. Then I stuff it about 9 pm the night before and put it in a 350 degree F oven for one hour. After that I turn it down to 250 degrees for the rest of the night and wake up to the most fabulous smells ever!
My mom used to do it this way and I have always done it this way and no one has even gotten sick. In the morning you will have a pan full of juice to suction out for gravy and then depending on the size of the bird, I might turn it up to 350 again for an hour or so before I serve it.
Always use a deep pan to catch the juices and cover with foil.
Oh and I peel my potatoes and let them sit in water overnight in a cool spot (either fridge or in the garage) so all I have to do next morning is cook them! Saves so much time! Enjoy your holidays!
Enjoy the holidays!
By Starlight from North Platte, NE
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For a great gift to a teenager, go the to bank and ask if they have any uncirculated dollar bills. I think that I used 50 one dollar bills.
Take them to a printing office and ask that they make them into a tablet, gluing one edge. Slip these into a vinyl check book cover and give as a gift. He or she will get a kick out of tearing off a few at the local store to make a purchase!
By Bruce from Marietta, Ga
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Christmas Gift Idea - Address Labels
If you're stumped on what Christmas gift to buy for someone or you're running low on cash AND have a computer and printer or know of someone who does, make up decorated address labels for gifts or stocking stuffers. Your recipient will be pleased with the idea that you thought of them enough to do this. It's a gift that we ALL can use and won't be wasted. Just make sure of all correct spellings beforehand. This gift would be welcome, also, at any time of year!
By Terri from NV
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Turkeys are so cheap right now. If you have a small family or even if you are going out for T-giving dinner, do buy a turkey anyway. The butcher can saw the frozen bird in half for you, thaw half to cook now, and wrap and stick the other half in the freezer to use a couple of months later. Turkey is so good and good for you-take advantage of this inexpensive bargain!
By Linda L from Vista, CA
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Contest ends November 15, 2005
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New Requests
Removing a Diesel Stain From Cement
Some diesel fuel got spilled on our cement basement floor and am wondering how to get rid of the smell and stain?
Betty from Cowichan Bay, BC
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Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Arkansas.
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I see so many great baking ideas using cans. Does anyone know the ratio of mix to the size of the can?
Thank you,
Tedebear from San Jose
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I am looking for info on where to buy M30 hand cleaner. I know that a store called Dollar General carries it, but unfortunately there isn't one near me.
Rose S. from Barnegat, NJ
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Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Louisiana.
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Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Alabama.
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Product that Reuses Remnants of Soap
Does anyone know of a product that re-uses remnants of soap. When it's ready to be thrown away, there is a device to put the slivers into, and suds up with water. I had seen one about 15 years ago when recycling was unheard of. Now, with children, and bills, every little bit we can save helps. If anyone has any information regarding a product like this, I'd be so thankful! It mounts beside a kitchen sink.
Thanks!
Traci from SC
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Recipes for a Beginner's Cookbook
I have inherited a daughter-in-law recently who has no idea how to cook. Does any one have any beginner recipes I can put in a cookbook i'm making for her?
Thanks,
imaqt1962 from Illinois
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Dry Erase Marker on Unfinished Wood
My son wrote all over the train track on our Thomas the train table with a dry erase marker. Does anyone have any tips on how to remove it? The wood is unfinished.
Thank you!
Christine from Menomonie, WI
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Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Florida.
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Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Illinois.
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Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Arizona.
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Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Alaska.
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Does anyone have a recipe for pumpkin butter made in a crock pot? I would appreciate any help!
Michelle from Whittier, CA
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Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Georgia.
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Christmas in Dixie Float Ideas
Our cub scout pack and boy scout troop are going to be in the Christmas parade together this year. The theme for it is "Christmas in Dixie". Does anyone have any ideas for our float? These boys range from 7 years to 16 years old. I was thinking pine trees and snow, but I can't come up with anything to go with it. Please help.
Lisa from Olive Branch, MS
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Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Indiana.
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Please tell me how I can get tobacco odors out of hard back books.
Carrie Shuter from Meridian, Idaho
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Does anyone have any home remedies to clear up blemishes. I have suffered from acne for 14 years now and I have been to a dermatologist but nothing has worked. Can anyone help?
Mandi from PA
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Storing and Displaying Antique Pins
I would appreciate ideas for storage and display of antique pins (jewelry).
Thanks,
jimmie from Rifle, CO
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Mississippi Christmas Charities
Please post charities that offer help during the holiday season in Mississippi.
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Constant Credit Card Payments
By Terry Rigg
Are you trapped into making only minimum payments on your credit cards? I hope not.
Minimum payments decline as the balance on the credit card declines.
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New Medicare Drug Benefit
By Susan Sanders-Kinzel
The new Medicare Drug Plan goes into affect today, November 15th in the U.S. If you are eligible for Medicare, you will need to choose a plan by January 1, 2006. Because there are many plans to choose from, it can be confusing finding the right plan for you. Here is a link to the Medicare website. If you find a good link about choosing a plan, please post it below.
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Compact Fluorescent Bulbs - Fight Global Warming One (CFL) Bulb at a Time
By Ellen Brown
According to the EPA, if every household in the U.S. replaced one light bulb with one of their ENERGY STAR rated compact fluorescent bulbs, it would be the pollution equivalent of pulling one million cars off the road. That sounds easy enough right, so why isn't everyone doing it?
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