Is A/C Condensation Water Safe for a Dog to Drink?
Since I dont know what all might be in that water, but feel certain that its not clean, Id rather my dog not drink it. I realize that when outside, they may drink worse, but that worse can sometimes kill them (anti-freeze etc). I would much prefer providing...
Cat is Rubbing Dirt in Wounds?
I must agree totally with Robynfederspiel. The poor creature is being driven half crazy with the ear-mites and secondary infection. Think about how youd be feeling if you had the same condition in your ears. Get him or her to a vet and if you cannot pay for...
Keeping Salt From Clumping
I do the same thing with black pepper if I buy any that is already ground. Also, mix sugar and cinnamon for those who want it on their morning toast or bedtime treat. My hubby drilled holes in the lid of one to make me a flour-shaker for adding flour when making...
Getting Kids to Keep Their Rooms Clean
My Mother believed in using the Reward System for teaching my sister and me what was expected of us. We had different chores at different ages, so we learned a step at the time, and were paid accordingly. At first, it was only pennies for our penny banks or...
Duchess (German Shepherd)
Horselover4, you are a lucky person. Duchess is a beautiful Doggie, and it sounds like the two of you are just the best of friends. Im so glad you have one another. Everyone should be so lucky. Thank you for sharing Duchess with us. Thumbs Up! Pookarina
Salmon Patties
This sure sounds easy and a really good way to make one of the most delicious Friday Nite Dinner Entrees that I know of. My Mother always made these, but Ive never seen them made with oatmeal which is another great heart-healthy addition. Thank you so much...
Storing Straws In A Cookie Tin
Good idea. Ive been using an Oatmeal Box, but I like your metal cookie can a lot better. Thank you for sharing. Pookarina
Buster (Cat)
What a wonderfully lucky day for you to have this beauty come to be a part of your family. Even without a picture, I would have to guess Maine Coon just because of the personality youve described. As he gets older, hell outgrow your constant attention, so enjoy...
Wildlife: Our Moth
Another beautiful event in nature. I dont know anything about this moth. Is it beneficial to its environment? What is its name in the world of nature? Regardless of the answers to these questions, it is a very beautiful specimen, and its really nice that you...
Snickers (Tuxedo Cat)
I have a very soft spot in my heart for Tuxedo Kitties. Our Boots was with us for 11 good years when our daughters were growing up. He had to be the most patient cat on the planet Earth. He wore doll clothes and rode in doll buggies, and everything was just...
Lucky (Dog)
How did you ever get him talked into your being the Master? With such a sweet face, youd think he was the Master. Lucky is adorable and Im betting hes full of life and fun. Thank you for sharing him with us. Pookarina
Link: Contact the White House
Great idea Jo. Thank you for making it so much easier for many people to voice their opinion. Thumbs Up! Pookarina
Thrifty Water Bottle Cozy
We all seem to walk around with a half-frozen water bottle all the time here in Florida, and this will work very well. If the sock is thin, use two socks. Great idea. Thanks for sharing Keeper. Pookarina
Library For Blind and Print-Challenged Bookworms
Thank you so much Jo. Even if this information is not for me (yet), I know others who can use it and will be so happy to get it. Its a whole different world out there for those who were born sighted, then lost their sight due to an accident or through a disease...
Snowball Cake
Oh, this sounds just Heavenly. Pineapple has always been a great favorite, and I think I was in my 40s before I knew there was such a thing as Mandarin oranges, but Ive been buying and using them ever since. (They are nice as garnishes for salads too). The...
Beautiful Thoughts on a Frugal Life
I thoroughly enjoyed reading your postings Robyn. You live in what I consider to be a big part of Gods Country, and you know what is important, and what is just fluff without any substance at all. You have your hands full, but seem to be totally capable of...
Scenery: Full Moon
Really nice photo. I love pictures, paintings, post cards or any way of keeping moonlight images. Mysterious and beautiful and the moon influences so much of our lives. Thank you for sharing your photo. Its really beautiful. Pookarina
Poor Man's Pasta
This sounds like of those wonderful family comfort foods that almost everyone I know who grew up in hard times learned to depend on and love forever. Our family has several, some like this one of yours which is a rich combination of pasta and beans basically...
Boris (American Shorthair)
As much as I love all animals, I must admit that I am a cat person when it comes right down to it. I realized this one day when it was raining and I didnt have to go outside walking a doggie for which I was very thankful. Before I got to be 76 years old, I...
No Mix Coconut-Cherry Bars
Now, this is the kind of treat that will go over really well with a bunch of hungry college kids when they take a break from a study group thats preparing for a big test the next day. I have to rack my brain sometimes for something to make for them that doesnt...
Cooked Liver Has a Greenish Color?
When I was a child, my Mother raised and butchered her own chickens. The one major concern was not to break the gall bladder which is attached to the liver or it would not only cause a terrible distaste to the meat, but would also cause a greenish discoloring...
Marco Piggy Piggy (Guinea Pig)
My first grandchild had a guinea pig. I was raising a baby squirrel named Rocky. My 4 year old granddaughter combined guinea pig with my Rocky, and from then on, any small animal resembling either of those were Rocky Pigs, so your Rocky Pig is adorable, and...
Dog Wetting Its Own Bed?
I have a question for Terryann and Ray M. regarding their dogs problems with urinating on themselves or in inappropriate places and times. How old were your dogs when they were neutered or spayed? We were told by our vet whom weve learned to trust just as we...
Sweet Potato Puff
As a rule, I will only use fresh baked sweet potatoes, except when I can buy a big can of them on sale. I cant pass up a good sale on canned goods of most things as we have too many hurricanes when we might just have to be eating canned anything. Even with...
Geocaching: A Thrifty Adventurous New Hobby
How very interesting, and it sounds like so much fun and entertainment while being a family activity and somewhat educational all in one. If we were younger, this is something I think wed enjoy immensely. My hubby used to set up treasure hunts for our girls...
Corn Dogs
My hubby and I love corn dogs, but Ive never made them at home. I dont do a lot of deep-fat frying, but here lately, Ive decided that we deserve some nice fresh French fried chunky potatoes. We neither one care for the fries at the fast food places the kids...
Gluten Free Banana Bread
We have a granddaughter in college who just loves to cook and bake. She always is asked to bake cakes and cookies for her friends birthdays and other special occasions. One girlfriend cannot have gluten, so I send my granddaughter every good recipe I find for...
Great Great Northern Beans
We have Great Northern or the Large Dried Lima Beans once a week. I buy a package of both, and we cook and eat whichever one we want first, then we buy another package of each so that we always have a choice. Well cooked beans over rice with baked cornbread...
Lemon Lime Chicken
Ummmmm. Anything with a citrus flavor from cake to chicken suits us just fine. Honey goes so well with citrus flavors too, so you have a winner here. I cant wait to try your recipe. Im thinking the aroma of it baking will have us all waiting for it to get done...
Make a Planner Into a Purse
A very good idea and it sure turned out nice too. Thank you for sharing it along with great instructions. Thumbs Up! Pookarina
Swedish Meatballs
We love the Swedish Meatballs, and even with noodles, this bunch of potato loves will want mashed potatoes as well. A good green bean casserole also goes nice with it along with a green tossed salad. No bread is needed, but a basket of nice fresh crusty hard...
Pineapple Sauce
Vi, my choice would be the pound cake. I just love good pound cake, and it can be made in a loaf pan or a bundt-cake pan, its all going to taste so good. Im very partial to pineapple since it was one of those fruits we didnt get very often when I was a child...
Bandit (Rat)
Judy, you certainly described rats very well. Our youngest daughter had an all white rat when she was about 8 years old. Squeeky was just the nicest little pet you could ask for. As you say, as clean as a whistle, and I think Squeeky might have been a clown...
Liquid Sidewalk Chalk
A good idea. Hope it cleans up well. Sure would be fun to play with these paints though. Thank you for a very easy craft. Pookarina
Arizona Mountain Soup
You surely wont need much to make a meal with this soup. It has just about everything including the meat, so I think wed just add a tossed green salad maybe and some nice fresh crusty bread like a baguette and pass the butter, please. Just reading this has...
Recycled Cardboard Bangles
Little girls would enjoy this, I think. Ill send it to my daughter who is active in summer camps and theyre always looking for new crafts for the kids to make. Thanks so much for sharing. Pookarina
Black and White Striped Cookies
These sound so good, and I like working with what we call refrigerator cookie dough. It seems to split up the work, so that youre not in the kitchen so long at one time. Every recipe I have for Refrigerator Cookies is very good too. They turn out so nice and...
Photo: Red Shoes
This is an adorable photograph of your little girls feet with the red shoes and the torn tutu. Years from now, just looking at it will call up many happy memories for the both of you. Thank you for sharing. Pookarina
Scenery: Early Morning on Gun Lake (Minaki, Ontario)
The Moonlight photo is just beautiful, and one Id love to paint. Pelicans are such funny fellows. I love to see them eating fish. Thanks for sharing what looks like a great place to take photos. Pookarina
Growing Lime Trees from Seed?
Yes, you can Trish. Now, you may never get a lime on it, especially if its one thats been hybridized (I think thats the proper word). Most citrus has to be grafted in order for it to bear good fruit. I think the old wild sour orange can produce fruit all right...
2x4 Christmas Carolers
These are simply adorable and you are an artiste. Im not sure what Ill end up with , but your instructions are simple enough, so Im willing to try. The diagrams will help so much too. Thank you for sharing this nice craft when we have plenty of time to make...
Gelatin Cucumber Salad
A very interesting recipe. Ive not had one that I could freeze, so this is a first for me, and Im looking forward to trying it Keeper. Sounds so fresh and good. Thumbs Up! Pookarina
Gelatin Cucumber Salad
A very interesting recipe. Ive not had one that I could freeze, so this is a first for me, and Im looking forward to trying it Keeper. Sounds so fresh and good. Thumbs Up! Pookarina
Tank (Puppy)
What a sweet little fellow. I hope we see more of him too. Wishing you every bit of good luck with him. Thanks for sharing him. Pookarina
Ayudame (Cat)
What a beautiful kitty girl. Your Lab deserves a Star of recognition for fantastic rescue service. Thank you for sharing their wonderful story and great photos. Pookarina
Veggie Dip
This sounds delicious, not only for the beans, but for all raw veggies as you suggest. I would love it with raw broccoli and raw cauliflower best of all, and using homemade mayonnaise puts it way over the top. Not even Hellmanns Mayo can match the flavor of...
Veggie Dip
I am thinking nice white raw florets of cauliflower and cherry tomatoes with this dip. Its going to be just yummy, Im sure. Maybe some rolled- up leaves of romaine. This is so different that you know Im going to have to try it. Thanks for sharing. A definite...
In Memory of Garfield (ThriftyFun Office Cat)
If anyone knows the anguish which the loss of a beloved pet can bring, I do. At my advanced age, Ive loved so many over the years, and still carry their sweet memories close in my heart. Only the people who have known and loved a pet can understand the empty...
Magazine Bead Jewelry
This is a really nice craft to have mastered and your jewelry turned out exceptionally well. Easy to understand instructions and great pictures make this a winner. Thumbs Up, and thank you for sharing with us. You could continue making jewelry exactly this...
Uses for Runny Jam
Barb, you actually have a gold mine just waiting to be taken advantage of. Anytime, you have jam, jelly or preserves that turn out to be more like syrup than what you intended them to be, use them in muffins, cakes and the frostings, quick or tea breads, and...
Basic History from Historical Movies
My husband and I both went to college all the time we were in Knoxville, TN, just to learn things we wanted to know. We took some classes together, and some separate. One that we took together was a Communications class taught by a Dr. Chastain who was a real...
Homemade Mayonnaise
We always enjoy fresh homemade mayonaise, especially when making an Art Barrys Chocolate Mayonaise Cake which I use when making a German Sweet Chocolate cake with the cooked Pecan and Coconut Frosting. This mayonaise is just perfect for that as well as being...
Mike's Polynesian BBQ Sauce
Hi Heather, Although Tabasco would be too hot for my family, there are people who would prefer it to a lesser hot sauce. We use a brand named Tapatio which is quite a bit less hot on the scale, and is a very flavorful sauce. It may not be available in your...
Mike's Polynesian BBQ Sauce
Hi HP, As a matter of fact, yes, we did put the sauce on thick slices of sweet vidalia onion and on slices of zucchini. Both were very good. Im not sure what other vegetables itd work on, but if you do any experimenting, do let us know. Id think yellow squash...
My Frugal Life: Thrifty Grandmas Stay With You Forever
Your family and growing-up-days sound so much like mine and I can remember doing many of the same types of things as your Grandmother had you doing in order to fill needs and to teach at the same time. Like you, Im so thankful for everything I learned and was...
Georgia Gumbo
I cant remember ever eating any dish which had okra in it that I didnt love. Okra adds so much flavor and with tomatoes, onions and peppers is a meal all by itself just served over rice. Thanks for delicious sounding and simple recipe. Pookarina
In Memory of Garfield (Cat)
Awwww..... Such a sweet story and handsome kitty. We love the Golden Tabbies or Golden Tigers as we call them. Ive never met one who didnt have the most perfect personality. Laid back and just plain mellow. Im so glad he had a good life with you, and hope youll...
Coconut Baby
Very creative idea. It makes me laugh just to look at it. Cant you see it with a new years hat on or maybe a Santas beard and red cap? How about ears poking up through an Easter bonnet? Or a long nose and witchs hat? An Uncle Sams hat with the American flag...
Fourth of July Coffee Cake
Thank you to everyone for the supportive feedback. Keeper, I love the flavor of orange, so I often add a bit of orange extract to cakes and cookies, depending on the other ingredients. Orange goes very well in most chocolate cakes and cookies. LyonPride, Im...
Baked Enchiladas
This is a recipe that we call a Saturday Night Special. Everyone loves that Mexican flavor, and Saturday is my shopping day, so its easy to prepare a one dish meal to go with nothing more than a big glass of iced-tea. Thanks Robin. Pookarina
Lemon-Raspberry Muffins
This is a wonderful sounding recipe Robin. When classes start back for our daughter-in-love, shes already mentioned taking muffins for a mid-morning snack. Thankfully, raspberries are one of her favorites. Thank you for sharing. Pookarina
My Frugal Life: Clothing Is Fabric
I was born in 1935. My parents were products of the real depression era, and went through some of the worst possible times the United States has ever gone through. It had not fully recovered when the second Worlds War broke out, and many things were simply...
Spring Time Angel
This is adorable, and would make such a cute mobile for a little girls room just by making several (odd number always) and hanging them at different lengths of some type of hanger. Nothing says little girls like dancing fairies. Thank you Mary. I love your...
Norman (Brown Steer)
What a cute little fella. My sister raised a heifer from just a few days old, and the little thing grew up thinking Mary was her mother. Her name was Baby, and she turned out to be a wonderful milk cow after giving them another beautiful little heifer. They...
Garden: Dragonfly
Nice clear shot of his pretty wings too. Good job. Thank you for sharing. Pookarina
Cooking Corn on the Cob
I agree with you Graymare if you know for sure the corn has been picked just that morning or maybe the evening before and left with the corn husks intact. Corn is one of those vegetables which quickly begin to toughen after being picked. The addition of sugar...
Squirt (Gray Cat)
When our daughters were small, we had a black and white Tuxedo Kitty named Boots who had his favorite dogs in the neighborhood, but those he didnt like (for whatever reason) were not allowed to come in our yard at all. He was the most patient of all the animals...
Decorate With Vintage Mirrors
Adds a nice touch of nostalgia too. I have a couple packed away. Might just as well get them out and use them like this. I really like the look too. Thanks for a great idea. Pookarina
Cut Scrubbing Pads in Half
I do this too Jo. Like you, I find that half of a Scotch Brite pad is plenty for my hands. When its worked its magic in the kitchen it goes to the bathroom then, and I use them to scrub shower glass doors, lavatory, and marble topped vanity. They have softened...
Fresh Peach Cake
Anything with fresh peaches will get my attention every time. As much as I like our Florida Citrus, I think theres nothing like a fresh GA peach. This recipe sounds wonderful Vi, and Im seeing a lot of peaches from somewhere in the local markets now. I dont...
Scenery: Big Foot Crossing (Colorado)
Looks like a dandy place to find a Bigfoot if there is such a thing. Seeing a Bigfoot Crossing sign would make me think twice. LOL Thanks for sharing a very unique road sign. Pookarina
Rosco (Dog)
Our son had a chocolate Lab who loved his own swimming pool. If you are in an area that has hot weather in the summertime, and you have space for it, get some kind of water for your pup to play in. They are so happy with it, and it helps them to cool off. Just...
Making Cheesecake in a Pie Pan?
It depends on the type of cheesecake youre making Laurel. What does your recipe call for? Real Cheesecakes such as the New York Cheesecake will need a round or square pan with sides at least 2 tall and the diameter called for in your recipe. You can get by...
Easy Flower Card for Any Occasion
Really nice idea for handmade card-making. Well enjoy using your idea here as we like making our own cards as much or as often as we can. Receiving handmade cards is the best. Thank you for sharing. Pookarina
Unique Place Settings Instead Of A Set
This is the way my mind works too. Ive never been one who had to have everything matching, not my pots and pans, dishes or glassware. I have some preferences for the way flatware feels in my hands, but other than that, they do not have to match either. I love...
Ms. Sparklette (Raccoon)
I agree with Paula and Robyn. Just use care and your own best judgment when interacting with the little wild ones. We miss a lot by being overly cautious many times when just plain common sense is enough to allow us to help the animals and reap the joy of doing...
My Frugal Life: Of Chickens, Dogs, and Fences
Having been mother to one Rhode Island Red Rooster who thought himself to be Guardian of our entire back yard. We lived in Lakeland still and our back yard was about an acre in size, and Chicamaugie was in charge of anything and anyone who dared to enter his...
Garter Snakes
Nice. When we were in North Carolina, we played host to many of the small ring-neck garden snakes which dont harm anyone or anything. They do catch the smallest rodents and probably bugs and flying insects like mosquitoes, so we considered them beneficial. Now...
Tomato Cucumber Salad
This sounds delicious just as it is, and for meals shared with others, Id make it just this way, however, if I were eating it all by myself, Id love to add either chopped vidalia or green onion to it. Thank you for sharing a really great salad recipe. Pookarina
Gobble (Turkey)
What a beautiful proud fella he is. How nice that you can enjoy him as a pet too. Thank you for sharing him with us. Pookarina
Mockingbird
If birds (and especially mockingbirds) have a nest nearby and are raising little ones, they know that cats are just waiting for the opportunity to catch and eat their babies. Its quite natural for the birds to do anything they can to protect their young. Trying...
Sun Through the Fog (Colfax, LA)
Your photo has the same quality as that of a rainbow. Very beautiful. Thank you for sharing. People miss so many opportunities to make their days better, more meaningful by not looking for these lovely miracles which occur every day in one way or the other...
Vintage Photo Father's Day Card
Really great idea and your card turned out beautifully. The photo wouldnt necessarily have to be of a vintage automobile, but it might be of you and your Dad playing ball or him rocking you to sleep when you were a baby. Use whatever photo you have that will...
Where Can I Buy Borax?
Are you asking for 20 Mule Team Borax? Thats what you should be specifying. Most if not all Walmart stores carry it in the detergent aisle. Many of their employees do not know what youre talking about if youre just asking for Borax. Good luck. Pookarina
Gabby (Boxer)
I am probably biased as well as we have a grand-doggie who will be 8 years old in November this year. She is so smart, its hard to remember sometimes that shes a dog. She knows the difference between shoes and slippers, the names of all her toys and lovies...
Homemade Pedialyte
I know the pediatricians used to advise mothers to use Gatoraid. Has that been ruled out now? Pookarina
Other Uses for Cardboard
Really nice ideas and great story for sharing. Your father sounds a lot like my husband. Its fun living with a person whose mind is just so full of wonderful and inventive projects. Every day is a new adventure. Thank you Robin. Pookarina
Keep A Notebook By Your Bed For Night Ideas
My husband writes poetry and music (lyrics and melodies) and some of his best has come in the middle of the night so strong that they would actually wake him up. He learned early on to write it down right then so that it wasnt lost back into the ether of wherever...
Scenery: River (Hinckley, Ohio)
I can only hope that all the beautiful and natural places like this will last forever for others to enjoy. Thank you for sharing your lovely photo. Pookarina
Wildlife: Baby Armadillos
I love the way the mama leads the way, and the babies all follow her in a line just like baby ducks. We so often saw them around the creeks when wed take my Mother fishing at her favorite cat-fish holes as we named them. The girls would always want us to catch...
