Strawberry Limeade
I love the idea of adding fruit to the limeade! I think Ill try it with raspberries too! :-)
Easy Marbled Nail Art
I just knew by the title of this tip that it was clever Attosas! :-) Great idea and its really cool you added step by step photos!
Giving a Cat a Bath?
Have someone help you and both be personally calm and verbally soothing and dont be overly forceful. After the bath wrap your fur baby in a towel and hold him/her close to you while giving praises for being a good sport and then just leave him/her alone while...
Bronx ASPCA Vaccination Truck Schedule?
Easy to find out. Just look up the phone number for the closest ASPCA for your area and call them and they will let you know the details.
Replacing Mini Blinds?
PS - Window blinds are also a wonderful way to save money on heat and air conditioning bills when the days and nights are extremely cold or hot.
Replacing Mini Blinds?
Whatever you decide be sure to get it in writing from your landlord that its okay to do. Where I live its not allowed to remove the blinds but I was allowed to put up my own valances and/or curtains as long as the backing (the side that shows to outdoor viewers...
Drug Reactions to Zostavax Vaccine for Shingles?
In my case it was worth having the shot even with the risks. Ive had three separate outbreaks of shingles. They itch, they cause pain inside your body (because it affects your nerves) and if youre not careful during the outbreak you can inadvertently spread...
Hepatitis C and Work Visas?
The best thing your friend can do is decide which countries she is interested in living/working in and then contact each of those countries to find out their current regulations. It will also depend on what job category she wants to work, for instance, she...
Brooklyn Pet Vaccination Truck Schedule?
Just call your closest ASPCA and they will be able to give you the information of when and where for your area(s).
Effects of Ex-husband Remarrying on Child Support?
Its okay to disagree Ninny123, however, it does depend on what state you are in. What I wrote here is based on the experience of what two life long friends went through when their children were young and the assorted Illinois child support laws and case examples...
Effects of Ex-husband Remarrying on Child Support?
Unless she happens to be wildly wealthy beyond imagination her income will not be counted in Illinois. Be careful about even going down the slippery slope of trying for an increase when he remarries because, depending on whether you get any kind of state or...
Slugs or Snails in the House?
You certainly dont want to spray anything because that could be harmful to your granddaughter! Sprinkle a trail of salt outside along the doorways and windows and maybe even along the doorways and windows inside too. The salt will deter them and actually salt...
Leaving an Abusive Boyfriend?
First, you dont say where your home is and where you are now. If you will share that information I will be more than happy to help guide you to the safest place to go and from what youve written here it sounds like your home is in another country. I for certain...
Using Henna to Cover Grey Hair?
My information here is as a retired hairstylist after 35 years. Indian hennas turn out anywhere from light orange to copper depending on the color of gray. I suggest you let your moms friend know she should have the henna done the first time by a specialist...
Treating a Foot Rash?
Perhaps its time to go to a doctor to make sure its not a sign of a serious health problem!
Ex-husband Wants Custody of the Children?
First make a police report explaining what you just mentioned here and any other details possible (get a copy of the report) and then talk to someone in your local family court and then find two or three family court lawyers for a consultation (there are many...
Adjust Car Clock Ahead
I think you meant ahead rather than back but its a good tip! The clock in my car and the clocks in my house are all set 10 minutes ahead for the same reason and I dont even allow myself to think the set times have been adjusted :-)
Clay Pot Gal
Adorable! I second that you should make more and sell them, Vi! As for Andreas neighbor; she should call the police and report the neighbor that took her decoration! Weve had a couple of door decoration theft instances in our building and once found on a couple...
Freezing Zest in Wax Paper
What a wonderfully simple yet smart idea! And I adore all of the many whimsical touches in and around your house, Vi, and you know that I simply must keep an eye out for an Eskimo to live in my freezer now too! :-)
Using a DermaWand?
I dont see why men couldnt use it; afterall skin is skin ;-) Its doubtful they really work but here are a couple of reviews you can read about them to make up your mind if you really want to. What the person in the second review is talking about is probably...
Brewers Yeast Tablets for Fleas on Cats?
For an average size cat give 1 teaspoon of brewers yeast per day (mix it in their food). If youre talking about kittens under 5, 6 or 7 pounds I suggest asking a veterinarian to be sure. You can also dust your cats coat with brewers yeast as a flea powder. *Warning...
Allergic to Adhesive on Band-aids and Tape?
This question truly is best to ask your doctor and also your pharmacist and keep in mind that pharmacists more often than not know more details than even a doctor does when it comes to all things pharmaceutical.
Baby Bunny in Back Yard
Dont you just want to grab those cute little critters and cuddle them like crazy? :-)
Ice Pack in Lunch Bag Makes Sandwich Bread Soggy?
And if msconni1s idea doesnt work for you try adding your condiments just before eating. All you need is very small tupperware containers and a knife. Even PB&J sammies get soggy if the peanut butter and jelly has been on the bread for a few hours (packed with...
Bubba's Rib Rub
I love reading your unique recipes, John! One question, what is jalapeno shake? Please let me know because its grill season now and would really like to give this recipe idea a try on some country ribs :-)
Crock Pot Balsamic Chicken
This sounds wonderful and the sauce spooned over pasta delightful! The one thing I would do differently is to sear the chicken in a skillet first to lock in the juices for a more moist flavorful meat.
Pet Safe Snake Deterrent?
I wouldnt take the chance of the dog possibly licking them or touching them with their paws and then licking their paws because moth balls are poisonous. Its also possible that if they are laying around that a child might get ahold of them. I am sorry I dont...
Hummus Recipe?
Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Ingredients: 1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans, drained 1 (4 oz) jar roasted red peppers 3 tbsp lemon juice 1 1/2 Tbsp. tahini 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp minced garlic 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/4 tsp...
Shopping for Coconut Oil?
I was also going to say health food stores for pure coconut oil and its both topical and edible.
Anti-Wrinkle Banana Mask
Just so happen to have a banana on the counter and honey in the cabinet so will give this treatment a whirl :-) PS, I love anything banana and even treated myself to a banana Slurpee yesterday - LOL!
Researching Medical Institutions Seen in Ads?
First, No you cannot trust reviews online by simply typing in the company name because its usually the company setting up all the links that pop up!. You can type in things like Is {company name} a scam? though because thats when youll usually come across legit...
Highlighting on Bangs Turned Yellow?
Its difficult to give you a 100% accurate answer because I dont know what kind of color is being used, what your hair color is or whether its a foil/weave highlight or a cap highlight. If its yellow or gold that usually means the color has not been on long...
Can Only Some Puppies in a Litter Have Parvo?
PS, I am so sorry that your sister and the puppy had to go through such an awful trauma :-(
Coupons Through the Mail?
Just call the 800#s listed on the packages of the products youre interested in receiving coupons for and most companies will be happy to mail a coupon to you for that product and might offer some for other product coupons they sell if you just ask too. :-)
Can Only Some Puppies in a Litter Have Parvo?
I am with K9cats advice 100% including suing for the vet bills! It is possible only one can get it but more than likely some or all will/did. Incubation is actually 4 to 14 days so that puppy definitely had the virus before it left the breeder. Also, print...
Setting Permanent Marker on Clothes?
You can also hand stitch/embroider the signatures. I have a linen tablecloth from long, long ago that quests would sign and were embroidered over each signature. It looks really cool and you can use whatever color embroidery thread you would like for each signature...
Buying Land to Homestead?
You dont need a government subsidy loan (and yes those loans are subsidies paid in part by other tax payers) to purchase land to homestead/live off the land and especially right now when interest rates are so low. Just call a realtor. They know city and county...
Reviews of the Health Sciences Institute?
Scam! And frankly I dont understand how they are able to continue perpetrating fraud after so many years! There are several links regarding their dubious nature but check out this first one and read the second one on how to tell if an organization is questionable...
Gifts and Prizes for 40th High School Reunion?
For award categories: Farthest distance traveled to attend, married for the longest, most children or grandchildren, changed the most and changed the least in appearance, who acheived the highest educational degree(s), drives the oldest car, first person who...
Hair Damaged by Rebonding Process?
No one can really give you any sort of reasonable answer regarding any three of the subjects you mention without knowing the following: How often do you have a re-bonding touchup? Who is applying the re-bonding; you or a qualified professional? If you have...
Wearing Jewelry With Swollen Joints
Heres an update for the ingredient removed from the US Preparation H: The ingredient is called Biodyne also called Live Yeast Cell Derivative (LYCD). Our FDA ordered the removal of it from products a few years ago and it has been replaced with an ingredient...
Wearing Jewelry With Swollen Joints
Hi Luana :-) Glad youve found a couple of things that give you relief! Want to share something with you about the Preparation H. The reason it probably worked for you is because you mentioned the tube was several years old. The company here in the US no longer...
Bobby Pin Jewelry
Hi Thriftmeg, As a retired hairstylist of 35 years I can guarantee that those little puppies remain tightly clamped closed unless you forcefully bend them apart. The chain would break from roughness before the bobby pins would ever fall off ;-)
Macaroni Salad with Shrimp?
Heres a really yummy old fashioned macaroni salad recipe. Just add the amount of cooked baby cocktail shrimp you would like. Personally I would use about 3/4 cup cocktail size shrimp for this amount of pasta or 1/2 cup chopped larger shrimp. 4 hard boiled eggs...
Getting Rid of Junk Mail
I do the same thing with expired debit or credit cards but as for the junk mail I used to place them (plus add other miscellaneous junk mail) into the prepaid envelope and send it back to them - LOL ;-) I started doing that about three years ago and you will...
Making or Buying Natural Nail Polish?
There is no such thing as natural nail polish. Even the ones available that tout they are all natural water based polish are fibbing because they still contain plastics/chemicals of some sort. Here are two companies that sell them (be sure to read the plus...
Cheese and Tomato Pie
Could you please answer the question of how many ounces/grams one half of a tin that you are meaning for this recipe is? I am pretty certain a tin means a can but here in the US there are two standard sizes of canned tomatoes.
Cheese and Tomato Pie
I would also like to know how many ounces/grams of tomatoes because this recipe sounds like an easy quick treat to make. Pretty please let us know the amount needed! As for the Leicester, even if you can find it here in the states its really expensive (because...
Invisible Eyebrows?
There are special eyebrow tinting kits available at beauty supply stores (such as Sally Beauty Supply) that you could use. Its quick and easy and lasts anywhere from three to six weeks (depends on each individuals facial cleansing products used, amount of time...
Cleaning a Mould Off Faux Suede Lounge?
This is something you really should ask the advice of from your local health department and/or mold specialist services because mold can cause serious health hazzards and especially if the mold has grown down inside the sofa.
Traveling With Plants?
Just before loading the trailer lightly water (dont over or under water) the plants, set them each in their own plastic bag without tying off the top of the bag but making sure the top of the bag is folded over. Place them in boxes and pad so they wont tip...
Sofa Color Advice?
Its much less expensive to repaint wall colors than to pay to reupholster and/or replace furniture and have to switch out assorted accent pieces in the future. Choose your furniture and accents now according to your own favorite color tastes. If you are renting...
Freezing Green Beans?
Blanch the beans for three minutes. As soon as the blancing is done immediately give the beans an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Pat beans dry, place in zip lock freezer bags and remove as much air from the freezer bags as possible because both...
Asking an Older Guy to Prom?
Ditto with Suntydt but you can simply ask if he would mind taking a younger lady to the dance if you want to make yourself feel good about being creative ;-)
Removing Hair Dye from Skin?
There is a product at beauty supply stores (such as Sally Beauty Supply) you can buy made by Clairol called Clean Touch and its gentle to the skin. Just follow the directions. In the future carefully spread a very thin layer of Vaseline (or other petroleum...
Dog Peeing On Rug?
No offence but are you kidding? Never ever hit a pet for any reason or even rub their nose in their accidents! As already mentioned its up to you to be more diligent about their poddy time needs. There are oodles of articles regarding pet poddy accidents and...
Low Cost or Payment Veterinary Clinic in San Fernando Valley?
Call all three of these numbers that are in or near your area. I am certain one or all of them will have a list of names and numbers they can give you for the help youre seeking. If one or more of the names and numbers they recommend are the same then you know...
Muffin Tin Tacos
Laurel, these sound so yummo! I dont care for the flavor of black beans so think Ill substitute with garbanzo beans or maybe even cannellini. These would be good using ground pork or chicken too! And thank you for all of the photos for instruction! Wish I had...
Tea Tree Oil For Toothaches
I am so sorry but ingesting tea tree oil can be life threatening (and if its in your mouth youre bound to swallow some of it) and especially threatening for those who happen to be allergic to it. As Louel53 mentioned use oil of cloves or orajel and as Lilac...
Hummingbird Cocktail
This sounds heavenly! Might I suggest 1 teaspoon instant expresso rather than Irish Cream creamer as a closer non-alcoholic flavoring for Tia Maria? To compensate as a non-alcoholic rum flavor you can use 1/2 teaspoon rum extract or vanilla extract.
Identification Needed for Marriage License?
More words of warning for you. The only people Ive ever heard of or known who dont (or claim they dont) have ID are people who are trying to hide something (usually more than just one something and in most instances illegal somethings). Are you sure you want...
Buddy (Dog)
Adorable! Besides the suitcase already being a really comfy bed choice it seems Buddy also thought, What a bonus! The Always pads container is a perfect soft pillow! - LOL ;-)
Sour Smelling Armpits After Using Antibiotics?
By this time your antibiotic regimen is probably done and the odor will go away on its own within about a week. Drink water throughout the day (dont overdo) and that will help flush/cleanse your system of the residual effects even more quickly.
Information on Power of Attorney?
Yes, definitely seek advice of a lawyer asap, actually two or three, and make sure they give a free consultation when booking the appointments. You should also have a written list of questions ready to ask.
Recipes Using Kale?
If you like Southern Greens youll love using kale alone or in conjunction with assorted greens like collard, mustard or turnip. Make extra batches because cooked greens freeze really well.
Using Peroxide to Get Rid of Bad Breath
Another caution regarding use of peroxide in the mouth is it can cause Black Hairy Tongue and, in some cases after developing it, can lead to Thrush. Sorry to be so graphic but here is a photo:
Source for Shredded Paper?
Staples has a free service where people drop off their paperwork for shredding so maybe ask them if you can have some of the shreds. There are also document shredder services in most cities that large companies hire to come in, shred and dispose of sensitive...
Starting a Campfire or Charcoal in a BBQ Grill
Am sharing this info because I have lung problems. Please be careful about not breathing it in if youre going to do this and especially do not use this around anyone with lung issues. The hydrocarbons contained in the refined petroleum jelly are potentially...
Slumber Party Movies?
I havent been to a slumber party for 45 years so cant suggest any current movie titles but, in my humble opinion, anything scary; age appropriate of course ;-)
Shopping for Heavy Duty Clothes Pins?
Anlod, I honestly dont know of any particular brand name but you can usually find them locally for a decent price or can buy them online at Crate and Barrel (very reputable company) at a really good price and their shipping is really reasonable too. I checked...
Windshield Washer Not Working?
I mean this very respectfully but is their fluid in the reservoir? A couple of years ago I had filled mine but two days later it wasnt working and thought something was clogged. Had it looked at by mechanic and it turned out there was no fluid (after just two...
Shopping for Heavy Duty Clothes Pins?
If all else fails use the rubber coated metal wire chip bag clips. Theyre a bit more expensive than regular clothes pins but theyre sturdy and will last forever. You can find them at a good price at dollar stores and often at Big Lots.
Shake 'n Bake Copycat Recipe?
Heres one I came up with a few years ago that tastes very, very close to Krafts Original Shake n Bake. The amount of ingredients listed here makes the exact amount as one Shake n Bake packet; enough to coat 6 to 8 pieces of bone in chicken. I opt to use Panko...
