Rotten Egg Smell Coming From Sink?
Yep, I would say it is probably a build up of gunk in the trap. You really need to pull it off and check but be sure to shut off your water valve under and put a small bucket or plastic container underneath the drain it before you remove it to catch any loose...
Non-alcoholic Substitute for Wine in Recipes?
Nonalcoholic Substitutions For soups and pan sauces use extra broth and add red or white wine vinegar or lemon juice right before serving using the following ratios: To replace 1/2 cup wine use: 1/2 cup broth + 1 teaspoon wine vinegar 1/2 cup broth + 1 teaspoon...
Good Soup Recipes?
This is my all time favorite that I have perfected over the years. I love it and it freezes well too. Enjoy! (Still waitin for the cooler weather to arrive down here in Mississippi!) Hamburger Soup, Marys Favorite If serving with homemade bread (frozen dough...
Non-Typical Wedding Poses
Neat idea. Is this superimposed or are the bride and groom actually standing by this carriage?
Cascade 2in1 ActionPacs Reviews
I agree that these tablets are too expensive and they arent remarkable to me. Not at all thrifty. Yes, I tried them but Id rather stick to the box. Better value, lasts much longer and does a fine job!
Anniversary Fiesta
First of all... congratulations! 25 years of marriage is quite an accomplishment. Wow. Your party sounds incredible and for only $100! I could never pull that off. Sounds great!
Tips For Getting The Correct Free Formula
Im sorry but I agree that this is totally dishonest. While you may not be stealing from the store, you are stealing from the individual manufacturers by using their coupons to obtain a competitors product. You are also being dishonest by lying to the store...
Explaining a Gap in My Resume?
I wouldnt put it on my resume - unless it were relevant to the type of job you were applying for. To explain the gap during an interview just simply tell them the truth. Something like this .... I was fortunate to be in a position to take the time off to care...
Protecting My Car's Dash?
I live on the Gulf of Mexico in Mississippi and down here in the deep south the sun is hot, hot, hot and brutal on dashboards. I have only used Armor All in my 7-year old Mustang and the dash looks shiny, full of luster and just like brand new. Never apply...
Washing Machine Reviews?
In February of 2005 I was looking for a washing machine when my 15 year old one finally gave out. While I would have loved to buy one of those high-end, pretty front loaders, I just couldnt afford to spend the kind of money they were asking for one! Neither...
Making a Large Balloon Arch?
I agree, buy plenty and return what you dont use. Better that than to run out mid-stream! It looks like a good estimate is 4 to 6 balloons per foot of frame. These are so cool... have fun! http://www.ezparties.com/balloondecorations.htm http://www.birthdayexpress...
Training a Bulldog Puppy?
Please dont chain your dog up outside, at least not for any length of time. He will not be happy and he will become a behavior problem and an annoyance to your neighbors by barking all the time, especially when you are gone and your neighbors will not like...
"Just For Men" Not Working For Me?
I thought the Just for Men haircolor was a gradual color change that occured over several applications. Seems like that is what they always advertised it anyway. Hey yall, if the man doesnt want to go gray, let him be, but I would go to a hairdresser rather...
Life Without a Garbage Disposal?
I compost everything I can and scrape the food scraps into the trash, but there are still bits and pieces that cling to dishes or pots and pans anyway. I say get someone to install a garbage disposal for you, but until then, put one of those inserts that sticks...
Non-Prescription Sleeping Aids?
I have used melatonin in the past but havent used it in a long time. I use valerian root now and it works like a dream! Smells to high heaven and drives my cat crazy, but it works for me. I have heard a lot about moon drops which is a homeopathic remedy that...
Spicing Up Rice?
I pretty much eat rice plain with a little bit of butter and salt, but Ive recently gotten into jasmine rice too. It is so fragrant and has a slightly different taste. I have gotten hooked on it! Try it!
Try Text Messages In Emergencies
This is a great tip and shes right... it took about a week or so before we could even text over here in Mississippi after Katrina, but it works more times than not when you cant get a cell call to go through. Ill never forget almost a week into the aftermath...
Hey, Lets Talk About Cleaning
Autumn, do you have a peticular plan or way you do the cleaning or do you just start at one end of the house and go until the hour is up? And then pick up where you left off the next day? I like this one hour concept. There always seems to be so much to do...
Technology Free Days
I think this is a great idea especially in this day and age, but I think telephones, especially cell phones should be added to tech free night. People have gotten so addicted to phones which are now mini computers, game machines, MP3 players, instant messengers...
Christmas Food for My Diet Restricted Aunt
You are a great niece and I know she must truly love you for being so considerate.
Mayonnaise Recipe?
Homemade Mayonnaise Makes 1 cup 1 large egg, room temperature Salt 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Juice of 1/2 lemon 1. Wrap the outside and bottom of a 1-quart bowl in a damp towel to secure it in place on the work surface. Combine...
Poll: Do you have a cat?
Isnt it funny that most cat owners often own at least two cats, and in many cases even more than two? We have two here, a male and a female (both fixed). Both of them showed up at our front door all on their own as little kittens not long after my 20+ year...
Tying a Scarf Into a Purse?
I remembered this from earlier this summer. It was actually a feature on the Martha Show about her new magazine called Blueprint that came out in May (2006). I dont know why it isnt on the website! Anyway, the best I could do was scan the picture in from the...
Birds Eating My Sunflowers?
Thats true, sunflowers are for the birds! But if you prefer to enjoy them yourself, try stringing some aluminum pie plates up in the same area of your plants. The reflection and the noise seems to deter birds.
Buying Cream of Coconut?
The WalMart I shop with does carry it. It is back by the beer and cold drink section with the drink mixers, but they also have it by the Thai food in the asian food area.
Listening to Audio Books While Working, Exercising and Cleaning
I admit it ... I have a book addiction, print AND audio ... so I have a membership with Audible.com and I love it. I download books of all kinds, fiction, non-fiction, how to, inspirational, you name it, to my MP3 player and listen to them while I garden, do...
Cooking a Roast?
One of these days Im going to get brave and buy one of these pressure cookers. Thats the only way to make a roast quickly, though Ive never tasted one cooked this way, but I understand they are delicious. For some reason Im still scared to death of those cookers...
Making Beer Can Chicken?
I dont think the beer actually does any flavoring so youll have to toss on whatever you want for seasoning. As far as I recall, the beer acts more as a tenderizer and makes the chicken really moist. Youll want a rub mixed with a little olive oil and slathered...
Fabric Softeners?
Cant really attest to any of these but here goes ... If youve run out of liquid fabric softener, what can you use instead to get you through the rest of the wash day? Heres a quick alternative: Go to your bathroom and get your hair conditioner (creme rinse...
Cooking When the Power Goes Out?
Yep, I also agree a gas grill is the way to go. We also have an all electric house (I personally would prefer a gas stove but oh well....) Anyway, a gas grill is mighty handy to cook on in the heat of summer here in the deep south but it is a practical necessity...
Steak & Shake's Chicken Melt?
Frisco Melt Sauce is simply: 2/3 cup Thousand Dressing 1/3 cup French Dressing MSG URL: http://www.recipelink.com/gm/14/19011
How do I get to my past requests?
When you log in youll see a hello [your login name]. Just click on that and it will take you to a page where you can see links to your requests and your feedback. Click on the links.
Saying "No" to Charities?
We have only basic phone service with a cheap answering machine added, no caller id or any telephone company features, but that wont stop the calls only enable you to screen them, and trust me ... they probably wont leave messages theyll just call you again...
Recipe Ideas for Relief Workers?
No recipe ideas here either, just a multitude of thanks. Once our own supplies ran out and until the stores got reopened after Katrina, we lived off of MREs and Red Cross cold sandwich packs. But, Im also from the Coast and just wanted to express my thanks...
Chest Freezer Reviews?
I agree with Elaine on Kenmore. I own a Kenmore freezer and it has been trouble free. It is garage kept and it gets pretty darned hot down here in south Mississippi but the freezer has held up nicely these last three years Ive had it. Now, I personally chose...
Freezer Reviews?
We bought a Sears Kenmore frost free upright 13.7 cu. ft. freezer 3 years ago for about $380 and I absolutely love it. I once had a smaller chest type freezer and hated it. Things got lost in the bottom and forgotten about and it was virtually impossible to...
My Yorkie Has An Odor When He Comes Inside?
I know exactly what you mean. It seems that sometimes when I let my little dog out she comes back in with this odd odor too. It only seems to happen in the summertime when its really hot outside. I usually just take a baby wipe and wipe her body and feet off...
Where Can I Buy a Pumice Stone?
I found mine in WalMart over in the makeup section where they have all the bath and beauty care products, not in the pharmacy area. Not only are pumice stones good for stubborn toilets but you can also use them on your feet to rub off the rough skin ... well...
Information About the Name "Gurth"?
Lucky you to have some cold! Most of the U.S. is in a sweltering heat wave. Were more used to that here in the south where I live, but even here its been so hot that it is literally miserable! I found this from somebodys genealogy page ... dont know if it will...
Beer Can Wind Spinner?
These are cool looking but better wear some nice thick workgloves!! http://geocities.com/onewabbitone/whirlygig.html
Samosas Recipe?
Wow, these look like an awful lot of work! Must be good. Samosas: Fried Indian Vegetable Pastries Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2002 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon ghee, clarified butter or vegetable oil, plus 1/4 cup, plus extra...
Patty Pan Squash Pudding?
Caramelized Squash Pudding 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/4 plus 1/3 cup rice syrup 1 1/2 Tbsp. butter 1 cup Milk 3 Tbsp. unbleached white flour 1 1/2 cup pureed squash (pie pumpkin or buttercup) 3 eggs, lightly, beaten Preheat oven to 375° F. In a small saucepan, combine...
My Painted Countertops Are Bumpy?
I also read somewhere to be sure not to shake the poly because it creates bubbles.
Keeping Long Hair From Getting Tangled in the Vacuum?
Oh this is so funny ... I have the same problem. I had no idea it was so common!! There is a new shampoo line for long hair that Pantene put out that really does help with the breakage - which is why your vacuum is picking up so much hair. Its called Restoratives...
Making Biscuits and Gravy With Bacon Grease?
Luvyabe is right - you have to cook your roux (the flour and bacon grease mixture) for awhile to cook off the flour taste before adding any liquids. Just keep stirring it and dont leave it at all or it will burn!
Scuffed Finish on a Wood Floor?
Minwax makes these stain markers you can use to cover small scratches and they have a pretty wide range of colors. You can find them at WalMart or Lowes.
Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe?
Bread and Butter Pudding 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 cup sugar 4 tablespoons butter or margarine, more or less as needed, at room temperature 5 slices crust-on white bread 1/2 cup golden raisins 2 cups milk 2 eggs Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add cinnamon...
Recipes Using Pork and Beans?
Speedy Baked Beans 6 slices bacon, diced 2 medium onions, minced (about 1 cup) 3 large cans (approx. 1 pound 3 oz. each can) pork and beans 1/3 cup chili sauce 1-1/2 teaspoons mustard In large skillet, cook and stir bacon and onion until bacon is crisp. Stir...
Giving Money as a Wedding Gift?
I would say $50 to $100 depending on how close you are to the couple.
Recipes Using Peaches?
Yummy, homemade peach ice cream ... boy that reminds me of my Grandma. Can some peach salsa too! Peach Salsa [ canned ] See: Canning Salsa Safety http://www.panix.com/~clay/cookbook/data/B3570.pdf 6 cups prepared peaches, about 12 medium or 3 pound (1.4 kg...
The Effects of Salt and Vinegar on Grass and Shrubs?
Having just experienced Katrina I can certainly attest to the fact that salt kills many things. We lost most all of our grass after everything was submerged by the Gulf of Mexico and were left with pretty much nothing but nasty weeds. Apparently weeds can thrive...
Dealing With Debt After Divorce?
Allisons advice sounds right on the money. If you did not jointly open this account, never used it and were added only as an authorized user, they should not be able to hold you accountable for the debt. Now, the debt collectors will try to intimidate you into...
K-9 Advantix Reviews?
Ive used both on and off and although I hear the commercials and others reviews, honestly I havent seen much difference between the two. I choose Advantix during the spring and summer because I have two large outside dogs and I worried about the mosquitos with...
Keeping Cherries and Blueberries
Heres another thought. I purchased some cherries a week ago today. I left them in the bag they came in ... a vented zipper top bag ... but, I also placed that bag into a freezer ziploc bag and squeezed all of the excess air out. I kept them unwashed in the...
Recipes Using Canned "Cream Of" Soups?
Check out the Campbells website and put in a search for whichever cream of soup you want to use. There are lots of recipes. http://www.campbellskitchen.com/
Clothes Develop a Musty Smell if They Get Damp?
I would definitely check the dryer hose for lint buildup. Pull it off the back and blow it out with a wet vac or dust it out with a swiffer. Check the vent that goes from the wall to the outside too. Either of those could be causing a back up if theres a lot...
Heart Healthy Meals?
http://www.onetouchgold.com/ Try this website. Youll have to sign up but I have a friend who is using this for her menu planning and she seems very pleased.
Nacho Cheese Recipe That Doesn't Use Velveeta?
Yum, this one looks delish! Disney Nacho Cheese Dip CDKitchen http://www.cdkitchen.com Ingredients: 1/2 pound Provolone, grated 1/2 pound American cheese, grated 3/4 cup Heavy cream 8 ounces Cream cheese 1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder 3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire...
Freezing Baking Soda and Baking Powder?
I also keep mine in the freezer and it always works fine when I need it for baking.
Spreadable Cheese Recipe (Like Kaukauna)?
Cheddar Cheese Spread CDKitchen http://www.cdkitchen.com Ingredients: 5 tablespoons butter 1 pound Cheddar cheese -- sharp type, finely shredded 2 tablespoons milk, PLUS 2 teaspoons milk 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard 2 dashes red pepper 1 dash salt -- to taste Directions...
Use Thermos for Leftover Beverages
And if you have any left over after youve had your fill, pour it into a pitcher you keep in the fridge, keep topping it off everyday and youre ready to make iced coffee anytime!
Canary Salad Recipe?
Never heard of this before now but I got curious and found this recipe. Youll have to do some conversions though. http://www.ivu.org/recipes/european/eight-j.html Eight Canary Islands Summer Salad from: Aitzol Ezeiza - San Sebastian, Spain This recipe is from...
Magic Eraser Took The Finish Off My Wood Table?
Minwax makes these stain markers you can use to cover small scratches and they have a pretty wide range of colors. You can find them at WalMart or Lowes.
Mud Puddle Stains on a White T-shirt?
You could also try this. Works great on whites. Add one cup of powdered Cascade and Clorox II to five gallons of the hottest water you can draw from your tap. Soak items overnight and launder as usual.
George Foreman Contact Roaster Instructions and Recipes?
In case you havent found it yet http://www.esalton.com/static/manuals/GV12.pdf
Creamed Peas Recipe?
Heres one that sounds just right. http://www.hillbillyhousewife.com/creamedpeas.htm Creamed Peas 2 tablespoons margarine 2 tablespoon flour 1 cup milk 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt good dash of pepper 2 cups frozen peas (use a 10 oz box, or measure 2-cups...
Adapting a BBQ Rib Recipe for Chicken?
I see absolutely no reason why this wouldnt work (in fact it sounds good) but you will have to adjust your times. I would bring the bbq sauce and water mix to a boil first, then add the chicken, return to a boil and parboil for about 15 minutes. When you finish...
Cleaning Bathtub Rings?
Mr. Clean Magic Reach telescoping wand is a Godsend for me. You dont have to reach, the cleaner is built in and the scrubber pad does all the work. Its fantastic!
Fondant Chocolate Cake?
I dont know a thing about fondant except what Ive seen the professional chefs do on the food network and the cakes are so beautiful. It looks like you do the coloring during the kneading process. Hopefully these sites may help a bit. Good luck and be sure to...
How to Roast a Cheap Cut of Beef
Thanks for sharing this Bobbie. My roasts are always so hit and miss ... Im going to try this! Mary
"Debt into Wealth" Reviews?
Im not familiar with his program but it seems a bit expensive. You can get great information by subscription much cheaper with Mary Hunts website http://www.cheapskatemonthly.com/ or even her debt proof living books at your bookstore or online. She has several...
Throw Up Smell in a Car?
Found this on the internet. You can also try saturating the area with a 3% hydrogen peroxide solution. Let it sit for a few minutes. Then, using a clean white absorbent cloth, blot the area, pressing down firmly (do not rub) for 30 seconds. Repeat this blotting...
My Dog Likes Laying in Mulch?
Robin, my dogs are doing the same thing and I wish I had a solution. I keep walking them over to the offending spot and scolding them hoping it will register! I also have concrete edgers around the mulch but I recently added a few heavy cinder blocks against...
Talking to My Mom?
I agree that sometimes writing out your feelings is easier - whether you leave it for her to read or whether you use the letter as a springboard to talk to your mom. Talking face to face is almost always better though, so if you do, be respectful and be honest...
Recipes Using Breakfast Cereal?
I always check the company websites for recipes. http://www.cheerios.com/recipes/recipes.aspx go to http://www.kraftfoods.com/PostCereals and search recipes, entering in Honey Bunches of Oats same here, http://www.kelloggs.com/us/recipes/ and search entering...
Hurricane Preparation Tips
I live on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and just went through Katrina. We not only didnt have electricity for 2 weeks, we also had zero water for almost a month ... and were on regular city water. We also had no telephones at all, cell or otherwise for about 2...
Keeping Track of Credit Card Purchases
I also do this with my credit card. The only reason I even use it is because its a Disney card that earns points towards Disney dollars. I use it for everything I can - gas, groceries, home improvements, every purchase possible, utilities (phone, cable), insurance...
Is Cypress Mulch Safe for Dogs?
Ive never heard of this and I use cypress mulch all over my yard with two dogs. Granted they dont really appear to mess with it so I dont think they have tried to eat it or anything.
Learn Calligraphy
My daughter in law paid someone something like $100 to address 300 wedding invitations, so this is a skill you can develop to help make some extra money to supplement your income! The ones she had done were really pretty basic calligraphy so I imagine that...
Orange Dreamsicle Cake
Lynn, this is the Weight Watchers version, and its supposed to be good. The version in the Cake Doctor cookbook by Anne Bryn actually uses Miracle Whip for the fat and 3 eggs. Orange Dreamsicle Cake vegetable cooking spray flour for dusting the pan 1 -18.25...
After Hurricane Katrina, My Whole Lawn is Weeds?
Thanks .. Im going to try doing that. Were due for rain in two days and I already bought the seed. And thanks so much for your kind words. Its been a rough ride these last 6+ months but weve had so many faith based groups and college kids down here helping...
Installing Tile Countertops?
I know this is an old post but in case anyone else is searching for this like I just was ... http://www.ronhazelton.com/html/614a.html
Recipes Using Oatmeal?
Granola 4 cups old-fashioned oats 2 cups shredded coconut, sweetened 2 cups almonds, sliced 1-1/2 cups dried cherries, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup honey 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Toss the oats, coconut...
Saving Money on Swiffer Mops?
I subscribe to Cheapskate Monthly ( http://www.cheapskatemonthly.com ) and Mary Hunt recommends a product called Fabuloso liquid cleaner diluted 1/8 cup per gallon of water but also says that any liquid cleaner for floors like Spic and Span or Mr. Clean will...
Writing on the Bathroom Mirror
I do the same thing! Actually sometimes I have had to leave a dry erase message on the bathroom mirror AND a post-it on the front door to remember something!! :) Mary
Cooking With Dried Beans
Velvet - its probably salt thats the culprit. Try cooking them with all the seasonings that you usually use but dont salt them until they are done and ready to serve and see if that helps.
