Cat Isn't Consistently Using Cat Box?
My cat was peeing outside her box a couple months ago. I took her to the vet to make sure she didnt have a UTI or some other medical issue (she was OK) and bought something called Feliway. Its like a plug-in that gives off cat pheromones. You plug it in the...
A Snake In My Garden!
This is such a cute story. I have an uncle who studies snakes and also my next door neighbor loves them, but I am too squeamish about encountering them in the wild! I am glad you didnt whomp him :)
Halloween Costume: Gypsy
Super smart and resourceful, great job :) I always liked to make-up something to be. Once year I was a Mexican witch and wore my long black coat plus a sombrero from ChiChis.
In Memory of Belladonna
Ohh she was a precious kitty, I can tell just by the look on her face. Its hard to lose a pet. *Hugs*
My Frugal Life: It's Crazy What They Throw Out
Good for you! You are definitely living a wonderfully frugal lie. I hear you on the berries: my moms house has tons of blackberry bushes and I eat a ton of them in the summer :)
Washable Markers For Temporary Hair Streaks
I do this too except I use colorful Sharpies! It still comes out within a couple shampoos. :)
Alfie (Westland Terrier)
He is adorable! I love Terriers, especially Scotties and Westies! I want to give him a big hug, he is so cute!
Poems Marking the Passing of an Infant?
Unfortunately I dont have any poems for you, but want to let you know I will say a prayer for your friends granddaughter and the baby. How kind of you to want to reach out to their family and show your support. God bless you.
What Breed is My Dog?
I think he looks like a Lab. Not sure if there is Pit Bull in him or not. He is very cute!
Use Tuna Water to Tempt Senior Cat to Eat Dry Food
That is so cute! My cats are 2 1/2 but they love tuna too and want it when I open a can. I will try this for them if they decide that they dont like the dry food I buy.
My Frugal Life: Toys Made From Nothing
Thanks for sharing your memories! Reading these stories (and the comments) makes me feel so good inside and reminds me of when I was small.
Homemade Sugar Scrub?
You definitely can use some water! I make a scrub with olive oil, water, brown sugar and a couple drops of vanilla. The water will mix OK even though there is oil. Typically one typically mixes up the scrub a little before using it anyway so there should be...
Beating Diabetes
God bless you! I am proud of you and your husband dropping so much weight from eating healthy and being thrifty! Great job!
My Frugal Life: Can't Stop My Frugal Ways
I love the part about God whispering to you about your homemade biscuits and jelly. Thats beautiful. And I have to admit while I am not wealthy, they sound delicious & I would like some! I think its great that you know how to make those things (as I do not...
My Frugal Life: Lessons From My Mother
Wow, thanks for a fantastic story! I agree that we need to go back and re-learn the things our ancestors did, when it was about hard work and a job well done, not just convenience. Thank you for sharing!
My Frugal Life: Staying Out Of Debt
God bless you! Those family mambers who made fun of you probably wish theyd followed in your frugal footsteps to save money!
Use Plastic Hooks for Grocery Bags
That is smart! I get frustrated sometimes when the bag wont quite fit my big trash can and I have to stretch it at the top or it tears. I will try your idea!
Use Grocery Bags For Garbage Liners
This is such a great money-saving tip! I was kind of surprised that not everyone does this, just because my family has ever since I can remember. Its so useful! I am glad you are doing this too. :)
Kittens! Lots of Kittens!
Good luck finding good homes for those sweet kittens! I have had my 2 kitties for over a year now and I cant imagine life without them! They will make lovely pets for someone.
My Frugal Life - A Fun Adventure
What a nice story. I am a can collector myself. Sometimes my mom makes fun of me, but I am a hardcore recycler and there is extra money in aluminum and steel cans! My best friends mom got me into recycling, and I always thought it was fun to go to the park...
Waterfall Rain Barrel
Thanks, a great idea and you make it sound so easy! I love rain barrels, they remind me of time spent at my grandparents house in the country when I was growing up. My cousin and I loved dipping our hands in the cool water in the summer!
Comforting Puppies and Kittens
That is so sweet! I have had my 2 kitties (sister cats) for over a year now and they are well-adjusted but I want to do this for them anyway. I bet they will love it.
Frugal Entertainment for the Whole Family
I love board games! These have kept me entertained for hours since I was a child! Now that I am older I am learning to play chess, but I still love simple board games like Sorry and Monopoly. I got a membership to the zoo July 2011, in the middle of the month...
