Buy Groceries at Scratch and Dent Stores
I have to wonder about the safety of a dented can. I avoid them in the stores where I now shop. With all the added chemicals to our food, this is just another accident waiting to happen. Maybe you havent gotten sick. What if your child became deathly ill, or...
Finding a Reasonably Priced Wedding Venue and Caterer?
As for the catering aspect, why not try a vocational school? Where i used to live there was one which held luncheons once a week for a very low price. The meals were fantastic! Maybe the school could help with their staff etc. Best of luck for your special...
Why Do Dogs Scoot Their Bottoms Across the Floor?
Please contact your vet asap. If you have kids and the dog has worms. Need I say more?
Permanent Marker Stain on Carpet?
If the stains dont come out could you dye the rug? Depending on what is in these markers, there is a reason they are called permanent, you may not be able to remove these marks. Can you contact the maker of the rug, or where you bought it? Perhaps they might...
Removing Black Heel Marks?
Mr. Clean Magic Erasers do a great job getting up scuff marks on walls, and floors. Just be careful as they tend to take the shine off of wood, and leave it a bit dull. I suppose you could use polyurethane to refinish the dull spot on the door. Just make sure...
Milky White Spots on Laminate Flooring?
While I dont have a laminate floor, I have often considered putting one in my house. Can you contact the store or dealer for help? You mentioned a steam cleaner you use, is it possible you left the pad in one spot too long? Hopefully you will find a solution...
Use Baking Soda for Wet Electronics
I once left my new portable phone out in the yard on the garden wall. As luck would have it we got a heavy rain that night. I just let the phone dry out naturally for a couple of weeks, which I am sure is over kill, but the phone was fine. Also I once left...
Helping the Needy as a Family?
In these sad times many people need help. If you cant give money, give of yourself and include family members. God bless those who reach out to make a difference!
Cleaning Antiques and Collectibles?
Be very careful what you clean with. I have old dishes and crystal I clean by hand in a dish pan, using hot water and Dawn. Never use a dishwasher. An antique dealer would be a good source of what to use for cleaning materials. In many cases the cleaning should...
Considering an Eskimo/Shepherd Mix?
I agree, try to get an animal from a shelter! Also there are many groups who will only rescue a certain breed. We had a Husky/Malamute who was a beautiful dog. She was very protective of our family, and needed a lot of space to exercise. She was also a bit...
Reusing Motor Oil?
Take the oil back to where you purchased it. Most places require proof of purchase. We have a wood burning stove and this is a definite NO NO. Also we do not burn soft woods such as pine. I would think burning motor oil soaked papers could create a chimney...
Halloween: Dorothy (Wizard of Oz) Dog...
Just too cute for words! How did you do it? What a good doggie! I would never try that on a cat however, especially my two!
Helping Care for Grandchildren?
I agree with those who responded that you need to consider your marriage first. You did not say where you travel, and how long you stay in one place. You mentioned searching for a nanny. Who would pay for this option? You? Your daughter? If you can afford to...
Plastic Zipper Won't Work?
The wax or soap should help the zipper be unzipped. Is this a plastic zipper? You should be able to spread the zipper open, then start to pull the zipper down. Short of this it might be worth putting a new zipper in if you really love this jacket and intend...
Emerson Microwave Stopped Working?
Microwave ovens are something you need to be careful with. I had a GE built in microwave over my stove. What a real pain in the back that was to install! You might know it one week out of warranty the turn table stopped turning. Also the inside of the microwave...
Rascal (Tabby)
Please take care he does not chew and eat the string! Cats are like little children and you need to pet proof your home. Strings, feathers from a cat toy, small objects as buttons, pins, needles et. can be a deadly hazard to kitty. With the holiday season approaching...
Process Leftover Roast and Vegetables
When I have left over dark turkey meat, or a roast, I put it in the food processor, maybe add some of the veggies it was cooked with, or not, fresh celery, a little onion. This makes a great sandwich spread. Mix this with a little mayo, or Miracle Whip. Enjoy...
Identifying Toxic Mold?
I agree with the previous response. What damage this could do to your son might not show up until later in life! Perhaps a health department could do an inspection? Perhaps the owner would clean up the mold before hand? Bottom line though, I would advise my...
Collecting Social Security Benefits?
I would say do the math. If I retire now at 62 I collect so much money over the years which equals $$$. Then I retire at 65 or 66, and collect $$$ over the years. Look at health issues you might have, are you happy working, etc.? My husband took early retirement...
Installing Self-Stick Tiles Over Ceramic Tiles?
I believe there is a paint which covers ceramic tiles. Seems I recall watching a home style fix it type show in which the owner did not like the color of her bathroom tiles so she painted over it. Sorry I dont have the name of the product. Maybe try a tile...
Honey Bun (Great Dane Mix)
What a sweet face! I will never understand why people will get a cat, or a dog and then not be responsible for their care. If you cant take care of the poor creature, please dont let it fend on its own. Bring the animal to a shelter, only as a last resort. Try...
Dog Has Soft Stool With Mucus?
What a beautiful dog! Please see your vet asap. This may be serious and deadly, or not. Bottom line if you love your pet dont let it suffer. Also could this condition affect other animals, even humans?
Fabric Softener Dispenser Won't Drain?
Try contacting the store where the dryer was purchased? Also look up the maker and give them a call. Dont forget all serial numbers.
Helping Children Keep Their Rooms Clean
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I had to laugh when I read about your childs messy room. I used to clean the house for my Mom as she worked full time. However I always felt my room was off limits. Still I was never out of control with huge messes. I think starting when kids are little and...
Pack Clutter Into Trash Bags and Organize Later
I do the same thing with a clothes basket, or I use a nice woven basket to place articles in. The garbage bag is rather a bad idea in my house as hubby might think its garbage and toss it. If I have more than one basket to do I dump it out on my bed and sort...
Getting Rid of Ammonia Odor in Rug?
If you can find this in Canada, a product called Febreze made by Procter and Gamble should do the trick. My husband left a pillow and pillow case in a camper. When I discovered them the mold and smell was awful. I washed and bleached the items, but the odor...
Getting an Injured Cat to Eat?
The most important thing is to keep the cat quiet, away from any other pets, children. Maybe a bedroom you dont use... Also a litter box, soft bed in a box with a clean blanket, what ever you have for the cat to sleep on. Leave the food and water, and check...
Installing Alternative Energy Sources?
I understand with some windmills, probably the larger ones, they create a weird sound which can be very disturbing to people. Also in colder climates pieces of ice can be thrown a long way which might be dangerous to those in the area. What about the potential...
Tater and Her Kittens
What a sweet kitty and her precious kittens. You mentioned you received her as a gift from one of your neighbors. Please be aware this is a gift that keeps on giving unless you fix your cat. Many groups will help you with the cost to spay or neuter cats and...
Finnish Sima - Mead Beverage
What kind of crock do you use for this recipe? How long does this beverage last? Should you drink it soon after it is finished, or is there a shelf life? Can you use clean plastic soda bottles for the containers, or should you use glass? Thank you!
New Ideas for Meatloaf?
Great ideas here! Also since its garden time, why not a cup of grated zucchini? Just pat it dry on paper towels. Also I use a package of stove top stuffing in my meat loaf mix. This works out well for something a little different. I make this mixture up and...
Kizzy (Tuxedo)
Thank you for doing the right thing in giving this poor Kitty a home! Too often ignorant people think cats are fine on their own. Just dump them off next to a farm, or out in the county side where they will hunt and live content. Sadly they are cold, hungry...
Buy Groceries At Dollar Stores
Just keep in mind many of the foods, toothpaste etc. come from China! I buy greeting card there, crossword puzzle books, nothing which I will be eating, feeding my pets, or putting on my skin. I am on a strict budget like many older citizens, but I take my...
Feeling Dizzy All the Time?
Please see your doctor, you need help. What if you were driving and became dizzy and killed someone?
Interior Refiner Business Name Ideas?
Good luck with your venture. Why not brain storm with friends and family? A Second Look. Review, Renew. Second Time Around.
Young Girl's Hair Styles?
Once your daughter is old enough to style/groom her hair she will decide for herself what works best. If she does not want her hair brushed etc. Why put your poor wife through the agony and fuss of long hair? Are you willing to take over your daughters hair...
Homemade Flea Treatment?
If you are treating small kittens be careful. Many remedies like diatomaceous earth can be deadly. Bathing the kittens may help. Also vac your rugs every day. I used to put part of a flea collar in the vac bag to kill the fleas. Better yet call your vet for...
Wildlife: Hairy Woodpecker
I feed the birds all year long. I must admit I was amazed to see the woodpeckers eating at the hummingbird feeder. It seemed like I was always making the solution for the little hummers, so I bought a feeder that the woodpeckers cant clutch onto. Problem solved...
Cleaning Cat's Ears?
Tea tree oil is great for mold and mildew when mixed with water. However it is poison to animals. What are people thinking? Contact your vet, please.
Advice for Reestablishing Credit?
Bank debit cards that look and act like a Visa et are tied to you checking account, these are a bad idea! If lost or stolen, your account can be wiped out! There is no protection with these cards, unlike a regular credit card for which you are only liable for...
Thrifty Bird Suet Cage Cover
While we love all of Gods little creatures, and wish them no harm, its frustrating to have to feed the whole neighborhood! My husband put a heavy duty wire between two trees. Maybe its twelve/fourteen feet between the two trees, and about 6 feet off the ground...
Diamondback Rattlesnake in the House?
I cant believe Im reading this blog! I would never live in an area where there are such deadly snakes. If I were on vacation some place and these snakes happened by I would be out of there so fast, and I hope the Good Lord is watching out for you and yours...
Use Plastic Bakery Cake Covers for Paving Stones Molds
What a neat idea! I have seen kits for making the shapes for the stepping stone in garden catalogs. The idea of hand prints of loved ones is also a good one.
Problems with USPS Mail Delivery?
Dont pay the box fee next time its due! Sounds like you have lazy postal workers.
Does My Kitten Have Worms?
See a vet! A one month old kitten should still be with its mother and nursing. Also over the counter medications are more likely to kill the kitten. Also worms can spread to people, and other cats who use the same litter box. Be sure to wash your hands. Also...
Rescan TV Setup To Get Digital Channels
Maybe digital is great for some folks, but for people like me its a farce. I live just far enough away from the major ABC and CBS stations like 33 miles plus or minus, to get nothing. I do get NBC, and FOX, plus a couple of other stations. Funny the PBS is...
Dollar Store Freezer Bags vs the Name Brand?
The Dollar Stores are ok for cards, books, things which you dont eat, put on your skin, use for personal hygiene. I have no idea what is in the plastic bags which is in contact with your food. Also never microwave using plastic containers, plastic wrap, as...
Cheaper Alternative To Swiffer Wet Jet Pads?
I do not use these chemical pads to clean my floors. I have a friend who lost her kitten due to what was in this pad. Why dont we think of the chemicals in these products and how they are not good for all of us? Vinegar and water is fine and safe. I wash my...
Daisy (Bombay?)
What a pretty cat. So glad to hear she has a happy life now. Sadly too many homeless cats and dogs face this world alone! Please be a responsible pet owner, spay or neuter your pets. Help those that need to find shelter. Many towns have clinics where spaying...
How To Keep Deer and Rabbits From Eating Your Plants?
Its a matter of training the animals to stay away. We live in a country setting with deer etc. and we use a professional repellent which we buy at a feed and grain store. We buy the concentrate and mix a batch as needed. Follow the directions on how often to...
Unplug It And Save On Electric Bills
Get a copy of Time Magazine dated Jan of 2009. There is an article on all the energy we waste each day in the USA, enough to power the entire country of Japan (day)! We pay for this energy on our bills, and in terms of pollution et. We dont need to build more...
Paint a Village of Rocks
You are a very talented person! Lucky you with such a beautiful backdrop. You inspire all of us!
Spray Freshener from Dryer Sheets
So many of these sprays and softeners contain chemicals which can cause cancer. Do we need all these sprays which we are told we need? How about opening a window for a short time, keeping the stinky garbage out of the kitchen, being a better house keeper? What...
Check Online Banking Balance Frequently
I was told a debit card did not have the same protection as a regular credit card if its lost, or stolen. Seems like you are on your own until you notify the bank there is a problem. We have a separate account for the debit card, and keep a small amt of money...
Use Every Bit of Turkey
This is my favorite tip. Have the butcher cut the turkey in half while frozen. Re wrap well and its a great way to enjoy the bird, and not be eating it for weeks to come. This can be done for a fresh bird too. Remember if its frozen to begin with dont make...
Refill Bottled Drinks With Juice and Water
Plastic bottles break down over time. Frequent washing in hot soapy water cleans them, but contributes to this process. Today we are learning much more about what goes into plastic, and what comes out. A lot of this is not safe over the long haul. Children...
Use Bathwater for Cleaning
As for the bleach part..... How much bleach are you using? If its a lot every day and you have a septic system this could create a BIG problem. You could damage the system to where it does not work. Talk to the company that cleans out your septic system and...
Shelby the Cat
What a sweet kitty cat. Before you bring another cat in to your home, make sure they are aides and leukemia free. I found a beautiful, sweet young cat, not even a year old and pregnant! My vet tested her and she had aides and leukemia. Since I had two healthy...
Mention Disappointments When Eating Out
I agree with the others, your complaints seemed rather trite to me. If I had real complaints with the meal, or service, I would bring it to the attention of the person responsible. Waiting on people is a very hard job which pays little and your tips are hopefully...
How to Control Deer in Your Garden?
I use Deer Away which I purchase at a garden supply store. I buy the big bottle of concentrate mixture about $40. I mix it according to the directions, put it in a spray bottle and away I go! Usually spray before a rain, then once or twice more, then like monthly...
Place Wet Towel Around a Cake Pan for Flatter Cakes
Is this apt to cause a fire in a hot oven? Sorry this sounds like a dangerous thing to do. Why take the chance?
Removing Musty Smell From Wool Rugs?
Try tea tree oil found in health food stores. A bottle will cost about 6 dollars,but will go a very long way. A teaspoon or two in 8 ounces of water. Spray it on the rug, front and back. Do not soak the rug. Keep pets and kids away until it drys. It is great...
Bouncing Cat Toy from Sewing Scraps
Please be careful with elastic bands. Some cats will eat anything! Also, be careful of pins on the floor, etc. if you are a sewer. Cats are just like little children and need to be protected.
Siberian Husky Puppy Playing Rough?
As cute as your puppy is your child must come first! I would never leave my young son alone with any animal. What are you thinking? Little ones may play rough with an animal. Animals may respond in a way which might harm your son. This is not to say the dog...
Inventive Clothes Line and Post Straightening
I am fortunate as I have a lovely back yard in the country complete with clothes line. When its too cold to hang the wash out, or its raining, I use a wooden clothes rack in an unused bedroom. This hand made rack was bought while on a Maine vacation many years...
Dollar Stores Don't Always Have The Best Deal
One major point to consider with these Dollar Stores. A lot of their stuff, foods, cleaners, make up, toothpaste et are made in CHINA. Not a good deal if you sicken, or kill you kids, or pets! By the way I have seen AIM toothpaste, made in China, and such a...
Removing Cleaning Products from Cabinet Fronts?
Vinegar and water is a great cleaner. Do not mix bleach with other chemicals! Also wear old clothes when you spray this stuff. Open the windows too.
Decoupaged Birdbath Base from Recycled Materials
Very pretty to look at. My concern is that a bird or small animal might drown in this? How deep is it? Perhaps I am missing something in the directions? With a stone birdbath it is shallow enough to enable the birds/animals to get out of it.
Removing Clorox Stains From Vinyl Flooring?
You need to keep in mind that you bleached your floor not stained it. If you spilled hair dye on your flooring that would stain it. Perhaps you could cut that part of the floor out and patch it if you have left over flooring? Good luck!
American Eskimo and Daschund Mix?
A Daschund is a small dog with an elongated shape, who are prone to back problems. An Eskimo type dog is much larger in size and weight. What happens to these poor dogs when they get older? What health problems will occur? Have any of you spoken with your vet...
Kitties in the Winter
There are groups who will spay and neuter stray cats for a very reasonable fee. If you havent done so, please do it asap. Each year millions of unwanted cats and dogs are destroyed needlessly, or wind up in a shelter.
Earth Friendly Way to Clean Drains
Baking soda and vinegar work great for cleaning drains. Let it sit 5 to 10 minutes, then flush with very hot water. I keep a kettle on our wood stove in winter, so I always have extra hot water. I flush the drains once a week, and I dont need to use any baking...
Beautiful Pumpkin Welcome
What a cute pumpkin with out the mess of cutting and all that slime inside to deal with et. I bought a small sugar pumpkin and may paint it as well.
Homemade Germ Cleaner Recipe?
Be careful using tea tree oil around pets, as it is highly toxic. Also I have read vinegar is good for killing germs. Why must we wage war on germs with expensive product, when there are other product which do the job just as well and are less toxic? .
Is Tuna Safe for Cats?
I used to eat tuna, several times a week. I had a beautiful Siamese cat who begged every time I opened a can. Several years later she developed cancer and I had to have her put to sleep. They tell pregnant women to limit tuna. I often wonder if I had not given...
Frugal and Tightwad Living
Tonya, what a good person you are to help these kids! I am certain you are making a difference! God Bless You!
My Pool Looks Like the Black Lagoon?
I learned the hard way not to mess with pool chemicals. See your pool dealer, bring them a sample of the water. After the test they will tell yo what to use. Write down the instructions. What goes in first, how much time to let the pump work. If all else fails...
Paying Attention to Hints from Your Rescued Pet
Each pet is different, just like children in one family! Cats can be very skittish. I had one siamese who stayed in the dining room, under the table, for about 6 months. This was her space, and she would not mix with my other two cats. Finally they learned...
Homemade Wood Stove Draft Inducer?
We have our stove pipe going through the wall to the outside of the house like 12 inches or so. The pipe then makes a right angle then goes up many feet to above the roof line. At the bottom of this pipe, ground level, is a cap which can be unscrewed. We twist...
Using Vinegar When Painting
Vinegar is a great nontoxic cleaner. The tip did not say to cut it with water, or rinse it off. In any case a very important step for a good paint job is the prep work. A clean surface with out grease, dirt or dust is essential. I also move furniture thats...
Family Dollar Stores
Beware: Many of these dollar discount stores have items, foods, cleaners et from China. Think of the poor record China has for safety! They even sellcopy cat items which look like the real deal. Bottom line beware, the health of your family and pets is priceless...
