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Vol. 8, Num. 163, August 20, 2009 (Read It Online) Do you have any healthy eating tips to share with the ThriftyFun community? Submit them here: http://www.thriftyfun.com/post_contest.ldml Be sure to give a "thumbs up" to tips and photos that you like. Your ratings are used to pick the winners. Thanks for reading, The ThriftyFun Team
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To keep up with my receipts from credit card purchases, I have a homemade device which consist of a piece of wood with a tall slim nail sticking up through the center. Each time we make a purchase, we add the receipt to the stack on the nail. When the bank statement comes, it's easy to check my purchases against the statement as they are in date order. By Betty from NC Contest Contender!
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Mississippi Mojo (Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog) Mississippi Mojo is a 7 year old Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog. I saw an ad in the paper for him. He likes to listen to talk radio, chewies, hiding and then scaring you when you try to find him By Chickinqueen from Ferriday, LA Contest Contender!
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I took this gorgeous picture in Fort Pierce, Florida at the manatee center. It was my first time ever in Florida, and I just love it. The weather was beautiful, it was in the middle of the winter so it was a real change. By estypesty Contest Contender!
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A hairy wood pecker, one of the many types of birds that feed at my oriole feeders. These fellows stay in my yard year round. I feed them seed and suet throughout the winter months, then they drink sugar water at the oriole and hummingbird feeders in the summer. They are very cheerful birds, and not afraid of me at all! By mbnorton59 from Kingsville, Ohio Contest Contender!
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Bing is a three year old Budgie. Initially, I bought Bing as a birthday gift for my husband. Bing was in a bin with close to 50 other birds and it took two employees and a fishing net to catch him. He loves to sing. The only time he's NOT singing is when he's sleeping. And even then, he occasionally wakes up, sings a couple notes and falls right back to sleep. And millet. He loves to eat millet. I'd never owned a bird before, knew nothing about them and, quite frankly, he frightened me a bit. It took me close to 5 months to hand-train Bing. Something that usually can't be done at all with Budgies born and sold in pet stores. But I sat by his cage every day, 20 minutes here, 20 minutes there and spoke to him. Initially baby-talk but after about three weeks, I found myself spilling my guts! To a bird! Little by little he came closer. The day he climbed into my hand was the day a valuable life-lesson was learned. Patience and the ability to over-come fear. I'm really glad I made those employees get that fish net. By April from Albany, GA Contest Contender!
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These contests are weekly. We pick 2 tip winners and 1 photo winner at the end of each week. Each winner will win $25!
Before I retired, I used to use what was called a "Bohemian" savings plan. Why Bohemian, I don't know. It involved, if you get paid on a Friday, for instance, you would put your check in the bank or enter the deposit in your checkbook on Saturday the first week. You would do this on Sunday the second week, and so on. By the time you get to Friday again, you have 2 paychecks. Easy to do too! Source: A Chicago newspaper about 45 years ago. By Shrink from Redlands, CA Contest Contender!
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Reusing Candy and Chocolate Boxes My mother reused a Whitman's sampler box (chocolate box) to store her bobbins and spools of thread. Now I'm looking for additional uses for this beautiful box! Source: My mom. By Gapotter from Raleigh, NC Contest Contender!
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I was shopping for jewelry cleaner one day and a lady saw me and said "don't waste your money on that cleaner". She told me to use ammonia straight out of the bottle. (This costs $1.00 at the Dollar Store and lasts for years). I was amazed when I tried it. I put ammonia and jewelry in a coffee cup for very short time, rinse, and rub with towel or soft cloth. I also use a toothbrush to get in the crevices. The shine is unbelievable. I haven't bought jewelry cleaner in years. By Pmcbee from Jesup, GA Contest Contender!
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Someone just requested a recipe for homemade body mist so I posted my recipe for her and thought, "Deeli, enter it in to the tip contest too!" ;-) Homemade Body Mist/Splash:
Source: Have had the recipe for so long that I can't remember where it came from. By Deeli from Richmond, WA Contest Contender!
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Do Not Reuse Plastic Shopping Bags There have been several tips on reusing these bags. If you go to YouTube and check out this video and many of the others you will be sick at what we are doing to Mother Earth. I found mesh bags at a dollar type store - 4/$1. They are sturdy and hold a lot. I always forget the larger cloth bags I carry in my trunk so I finally got wise and carry these bags in my purse or pocket when shopping. I too, used to use plastic bags for small trash bins, wrapping a dirty diaper, kitchen scraps, etc., but the never go away. This is one way we can protect our earth. It's the only one we have. Please reconsider using plastic bags at all! By Halfwhit from Ashdown, AR Contest Contender!
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Dealing With Contacts While Camping Recently I had gone camping with my family. I did not want to bring my glasses with me, as I wanted to continue wearing my contacts. Well when camping, there is not always a shower or running water on hand to get clean. What I had done each morning and evening was to use Purell Hand Santizer to wash my hands prior to removing or inserting my contacts. I made sure my hands were dry prior to touching the contacts. Worked great. By Karyn01 from Ottawa, Canada Contest Contender!
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Deodorant for Itching from Mosquito Bites I had a lot of mosquito bites and the itching was driving me crazy. A friend told me to rub deodorant on them and I figured it was worth a try. To my surprise, the itching went away instantly. For some reason you have to use the white kind, the clear kind does not work. An inexpensive way to keep those bites from itching. Source: From a friend By Mythi from Poulsbo, WA Contest Contender!
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Prepare for School the Night Before The best back to school tips are to have your child pick out his or her clothes the night before and either lay them out on a desk or hang them on the front of the closet doors so that they are ready first thing in the morning. Also have them pack their book bag and all non-perishable items in their lunchbox and have it ready to go. They can choose their breakfast and have the cereal box or pop-tart choice sitting on the counter for faster preparation. By Lizard from Mobile, AL Contest Contender!
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I am in the process of trying to locate some old wine storage boxes. You know, the kind that are made like lots of X's and you lay the bottles down in them? Anyway I think those would make a fantastic way to store and organize all my yarns! And it'd look nice too because I plan on painting them a nice happy color! Once I get them all done, I'm going to attach some small 3-drawer units to the top to store smaller things in. By Cricketnc from Parkton, NC Contest Contender!
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For removing ink from vinyl dolls, use acne cream. Spread on inked area and put in sun for a while and when you go back the ink will have vanished. Source: Found on internet tried it and it worked like a charm. By Donna from Waynesville NC Contest Contender!
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I have a very musty smelly basement. I may have someone staying with us who could live down there. Besides a dehumidifier or those retail water absorbers that you buy what can I do about the odor? Any tried and true secrets for the basement? By spoostad from CT Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf15293255.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Paint Stains from Clothing How do I remove red paint off of a black and grey stripe shirt? By labradorm206 Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf955587.tip.html
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Rate It: How do I remove set in grease stains? By sblevins71 from Creston, NC Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf37037742.tip.html
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Rate It: How do I remove candle wax from a suede shoe? By DOR821 from PA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf549416.tip.html
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Rate It: Can a double chin be caused by weight gain; specifically in the face and neck? If I lose weight is it possible to lose, at least some, of my double chin? I'm in my 60s and need to lose from 10-15lbs. When I was skinny I didn't have this chin. Don't know if it's from the weight gain or genetic. My mother had one, but she was much more overweight than me. By txbetty from Lubbock, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf53864727.tip.html
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Rate It: My daughter is getting married in November 2009 and is have a firefighter themed wedding. Does anyone have any ideas for decorations? She is on a tight budget, so we will be making a lot of the decorations. I need cake, invitations, table center pieces any and all ideas. Thanks. By kebcrouch from TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf74660795.tip.html
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Rate It: Why do my towels still smell after washing and drying immediately? By Electra from Lebanon, OH Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf000711.tip.html
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Rate It: Anybody know of any inexpensive ways to whiten teeth? Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf499889.tip.html
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Rate It: Riding Mower Dies When It Accelerates I have a 2008 Toro Z5000 riding lawnmower. All of a sudden it won't keep running. It starts no problem with the choke open, but as soon as you pull back on the throttle it stalls out. Any ideas? The air cleaner looks fine, also fuel filter. Gas seemed OK. By johnvt from Burlington, VT Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf69836622.tip.html
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Rate It: I'm wondering if anyone has used the vibrating machines for health and weight benefits. I understand there is a difference between ones that just shake (no good) and ones that vibrate (more expensive). I am very interested in the health benefits for myself at 46 yrs of age, and my mother at 73. Thanks. By kitca1963 from Ontario, Canada Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf83753940.tip.html
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Rate It: Shoe Polish Stain on Upholstered Chair I want to know how to remove black shoe polish from a chair with cloth upholstery. By wrfair from Vidor, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf78221828.tip.html
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Rate It: Water Stains on Vinyl Film Patio Windows How can I clean plastic film patio windows? They are thick vinyl (I think) film, a cheaper alternative to glass and fine for Florida. They are spotted and cloudy due to water residue from our lawn irrigation system. I've tried vinegar, Windex, and Lime-away. I get the best results using Arm and Hammer Scrub Free Soap Scum remover following up with Windex. Cleaning one window still takes about 15 minutes and I have 44 windows. Is there an easier way? By pamoreval from Orlando, FL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf67016316.tip.html
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Rate It: I have a year old mixed, male dog. He has been neutered. The problem is that he is timid and easily frightened of noises and sudden movements, to the extent that he does not pay. He goes around with his head down in an overly submissive way. I know of no abuse, but how do I get "Bo" to open up and be a happy young guy, playful and energetic? Thanks. By Nelwyn from Bunkie, LA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf61455643.tip.html
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Rate It: I took my 8 year old dog to the the groomer. After picking him up, I was talking to the groomer and found out that her dog had about 4 months ago been sick with parvo. It was treated and is better now. She had bleached the whole house and yard. I was not sure my dog, which was my mom's before she died, was up to date on shots. I called the vet and it had not had shots in two years. So now I am concerned that he may get it parvo. How susceptible is he to parvo since he is not up to date on his shots? By PersianTaz from NE Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf35488728.tip.html
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Rate It: Controlling Odor from Fresh Fish in Refrigerator How do you keep "fresh" fish from stinking up your fridge/freezer? My daughter in college has an Asian roommate that keeps tons of fish in the fridge. The smell doesn't bother her. It clearly smells fishy, not fresh. How do we keep the smell at bay if she's going to keep fish in there all the time? By Leanne B. from Austin, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf32226440.tip.html
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Rate It: I moved into a home where the previous owner used WD 40 on the door hinges to keep them from squeaking. Now I have oil residue on the walls behind the doors. How can I get oil off of painted walls? By darcy451 from UT Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf68239954.tip.html
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Rate It: What causes towels to "bunch" along the decorative stitching near the hemlines. Can this be fixed? I have many towels in good condition except for the "bunching". By Cyndi D. from NJ Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf76376530.tip.html
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Rate It: I am allergic to paint odour, my bedroom was recently painted. How am I to use this method (vinegar to remove paint odors) to get rid of the smell? Does anyone have any other methods? Please let me know. Thanks. Rajamannar Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf75790369.tip.html
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Rate It: An ink pen exploded in the dryer. I cannot remove the ink stains from the dryer. By callingfreedom from Loma, CO Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf565268.tip.html
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Rate It: Dog Food Recipes for Dachshund I would like to find recipes for making food for my Dachshund. By kelly516 from MA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf47600656.tip.html
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Rate It: Pricing Heirlooms for Sale on eBay As the only child of only children, all the family heirlooms have passed down to me, and I'm buried. I want to list items on eBay, but I'm concerned about knowing the value of an item before I set a starting bid or reserve for any of it. A great deal of it is porcelain figurines and china, not stoneware, real china. What sources can I refer to to make sure I'm in the ballpark? Most particularly, is there a really big book of porcelain and china marks that will let me look things up easily? By pollylev Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf67679044.tip.html
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Rate It: What is the best way to dispose of an old house? The fire department will not burn the house down for us. The house is very old, in bad shape, and needs to be disposed of. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks. By Kentucky Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf59839085.tip.html
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Rate It: Refrigerator Door Does Not Close Properly My Kenmore refrigerator door does not close properly. It looks like the door has lowered a little. You can tell by the freezer door next to it which is higher up. By olivevista from Lancaster, CA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf90509651.tip.html
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Rate It: Reporting Contest Winnings to IRS Does anyone know what the rules are about winning various contests in regards to reporting the winnings (whether cash or a prize) to the IRS? Is there a minimum amount allowed that you can win that you do not have to report and declare. If so, how much is that amount? Are those smaller amounts cumulative in any given year if you happen to win more than one? By Deeli from Richland, WA Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf93353244.tip.html
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Rate It: Thinking of Moving to Greeneville Tennessee My husband and I are tired of Northern Indiana. We are sick of the cold, cold winters and the boring landscape. We want to move to Tennessee. We are looking at a town called Greeneville. Does anyone in the TF community live in or near there? Can you give me pros and cons? What does this area have, what does it lack, crime rate, safety, weather, thrift stores, library system, job market, etc. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks. By thriftyboo from Northern IN Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf72722819.tip.html
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Rate It: Advice for Reestablishing Credit I was wondering if anybody can me with some advice. If you have bad credit or no credit where can you order from and not have to pay anything until the order is received? How can I receive a credit card, because I have been turned down quite a bit? I would like a credit card that at least would give you about $250.00 or more on your credit line. By Jay L. from Montgomery, AL Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf43578570.tip.html
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Rate It: Removing Mold from Kitchen Cabinets There are some mold or mildew growths on my sister's kitchen cabinets. Could someone tell us how to remove them and keep the mold from coming back? Thanks. By Carol from KY Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf26523733.tip.html
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Rate It: Children Around a Pregnant Dog Is it okay if the kids hold our pregnant Shih Tzu? How should they do this without hurting the puppies? By Proudmother from Dallas, TX Post Feedback: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf30595583.tip.html
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Preventative Medicine For Your Vegetable Garden
The expression "prevention is the best medicine" certainly applies to gardening, especially to vegetable gardening, where a few minor problems can quickly grow large enough to ruin your entire crop. Once your garden is in and growing, performing the following maintenance tasks will keep garden problems to a minimum.
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