Japanese Skewered Chicken (Yakitori)
Oh yummy, I also love Yakitori, and Im so glad you posted this, as Ive never made it, but I sure will soon. Thank you Attosa. :)
Trying to Get Rid of Unseen Biting Bugs for 15 Years?
Have you tried any Tea Tree Oil lotions or products? Or, you can just take a few drops of plain Tea Tree Oil and mix it with any body lotion *you dont use it by itself* and apply that all over. There arent any insects that can withstand that oil, and it makes...
Rose Pistachio Rice Pudding
Thats sure beautiful and looks tasty, and what a nice way to kick up the flavor of rice pudding. Thank you for this too! :)
Stone Ladybug Garden Ornaments
I can sure imagine your friend seeing those adorable Ladybugs in her planter, theyre so darn cute! :) I think theyd look absolutely adorable too in indoor plant pots. Gosh, anywhere theyd look totally sweet! Next time were out on one of our picnics or camp...
Strawberry Mixed Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Oh yummmmm! Im going to have this in my head until I make it, hahaha This is really grabbing me something fierce because it looks so delicious, I can almost taste it with all the flavors and textures, oh...Im drooling right now! :) Thank you 15mhhm15 for this...
Trimming Shrubs Creatively
Thats cute, Yartwork. :) And, did an incredible job making an elephant out of that one shrub. My hubby says hello, though he may not know you, he grew up in the next town over, Hawthorne.
Killing Lichen Growing Between Patio Pavers?
Have you tried vinegar? Mix 2 parts vinegar with 1 part water, and spray, then leave on. It may need a couple of applications. Then use a stiff brush, or power hose. Afterwards, youll probably need to reapply now and then because of new spores that naturally...
Sweet Chili Shrimp
Yummm, I could eat about a pound or more of that! :) hehe Ill certainly have to try them this way, the ingredients sound really delicious.
Tzatziki Sauce
Tzatziki sauce...Im not even sure Ive had this before, but I will definitely make this. Crackers or Pita sounds really good to dip into this. Thank you for the recipe! :)
Rustic Apple Plum Cake
Wow Attosa! This Rustic Apple Plum Cake, (first I have to say, even the name is incredible)'.. but to see this incredible master piece which it is, oh wow, this is like off the charts, seriously its beautiful and delicious sounding, and thank you for this recipe...
Parvo Day 6?
Anytime a dogs eyes are bulging, and its not the norm for that breed, theres inflammation going on (for a reason) and really needs checked to see what else might be going on. I sure hope things get better for your little boxer puppy. Take care.
Cute Little Squirrel
What an adorable picture of that cute little squirrel eating the apple, and what a really great picture you took.
Roasted Cauliflower
Thank you for this recipe 15mhhm15. :) I cant believe Ive been so un-adventurous when it comese\ to cauliflower - usually Ill only steam it and then put on butter, or I steam it, and make a cheese sauce. Thats it! Ive been boxed into that mind set - I dont...
Roasted Cauliflower
I just had to say something I find funny and maybe someone can relate and find it funny too :) First, just to set the scene, my mom has always cooked, which is mostly where I learned from. Not too long ago, I was mentioning to my mom how I like to make fried...
Japanese Style Potstickers (Gyoza)
Attosa, Your potstickers are beautiful and I will keep your recipe because we really enjoy them, and...guess what? Ive never made them from scratch, isnt that funny! :) This is another one of those things that I dont know why Ive not, but weve always bought...
Japanese Style Potstickers (Gyoza)
Attosa, that is totally off the charts weird, in the funniest way! :) haha I mean your friend asking you about Trader Joes Potstickers, and then this, me with my Trader Joes, and the timing again, hahaha Im just cracking up laughing! This is so bizarre. And...
Brussels Sprouts, Apple and Avocado Salad
That looks really yummy and interesting with your nice light dressing. Ive never eaten raw/uncooked brussels sprouts, and thought they had to always be cooked in some way. How silly of me! :) I guess theyd taste somewhat like cabbage?, which I sure do enjoy...
Finding an Affordable Vet in San Bernardino?
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html?credit=web_id91375398 Theres several options here too.
DIY Moat to Keep Ants Out of Hummingbird Feeder
Thanks everyone, :) Im so glad this will help with the ants on the feeders. Its amazing actually how well it just does the job, because once the ants get to the moat they leave, and for good, because they realize its a dead end. I know another glue has been...
DIY Moat to Keep Ants Out of Hummingbird Feeder
This picture shows the moats above each feeder. Each feeder hangs a bit differently in the yard, this is only a picture of one of the corners of the yard that hadnt any where to hang them. That real tree on the right is our neighbors. So I made our hummers...
Using Bread to Pick Up Broken Glass
I just did the same thing a few days ago, I dropped a delicate thin glass bowl, and what a mess, and I was worried about those super thin slivers of glass that could still remain in the rough grout. So I put on gloves and used a ton of wet paper towels, but...
Blooming French Strawberry Tart
Attosa, that is one beautiful Blooming French Strawberry Tart-*Masterpiece*! As soon as I pick up some strawberries, which is going to have to be soon, Ive got to make this :) Im sitting here just drooling over this, it looks so good. Now heres something funny...
Loving a Chicken
Awwwww...shes SO CUTE! And how she comes running when she sees you, thats just so adorable. I saw this and chuckled with love, because thats just so sweet and how you wrote in the subject - Loving a Chicken, hehehehe - that just touches my heart in the funniest...
Blooming French Strawberry Tart
Oh yes, I sure will make this pretty soon, (I have to or I wont be right) hahaha - because after seeing it, I cant get it out of my mind, I mean its hit the point its now calling my name out loud, hahaha And it sure is fantastic that we both have our first...
Baked Fish with Mango Jalapeno Relish
That does look delicious! Ive eaten mango salsa, but have never even thought about mashing it up with the other ingredients added, and putting it on fish. Yummmmy :) Thanks so much Attosa for widening my horizon, haha :)
Coconut Chicken Soup
Oh my does this look delicious too! What a colorful beautiful soup. Oh yes, this is on my to cook list also. Thank you Attosa :)
Summer Squash Lasagne
That looks delicious Judy. :) I like how youve sliced the summer squash to use it in layers. Yummm. Thank you!
Summer Squash Lasagne
Judy, I have never thought about layering like this with veggies, and I really love your dish here, it looks so beautifully colorful, and full of flavor, and with the cheese and everything, I cant wait to make it. Thank you so much:)
Chicken Egg Rolls
Hi Attosa, I hope you are able to try these. I actually dont know any other way to make them, except (putting different types of fillings inside), like ground pork works great too instead of shredded chicken, and bamboo shoots, which I do put in a lot of times...
Chicken Egg Rolls
Hi ladies :) Attosa, its almost there - and I sure hope you can make these sometime, theyre great with chicken or ground pork too. I think youll enjoy them a lot. :) Jess, thank you so much for removing that last sentence, as it was in the wrong place. The...
Cotton Ball Kitty
I totally agree! That is absolutely too cute! And I love the tree setting hehe, thats so adorable :) *and your nail color is gorgeous*
Gardener's Floral Gift Box
Thats so pretty, and what a great way to give a themed gift box. Very nice.
Almost Ate a Slug by Mistake?
I saw the info put out the other day by CDC on that. I hope youre doing okay today...are you?? Its iffy but probably highly unlikely for two reasons. The snail may not of been infected at all, and you rinsed out your mouth quickly. But, if you feel odd or off...
Cheese-Wrapped Chicken Enchilada
Hi Attosa, Yes, haha Its me! :D I havent been able to log in here, well, Ive not tried *yet* today, as Jess let me know the the link was broken which is why Ive not been able to do anything here, and Im surprised my post there did show up, but *Anonymously...
Cheese-Wrapped Chicken Enchilada
OH good! I tried logging in as my post was in libo and it works! YAY!!!! :) heheheh Im all giddy now...hehehehe
Cheese-Wrapped Chicken Enchilada
Attosa, And that is another (on the same wave length or something) too, you making these enchiladas and thinking of me...awww, you ARE so kind and sweet, thank you Attosa. And yep, youre right on target too with how I cook. Youre amazing! Thank you:)
Cheese-Wrapped Chicken Enchilada
I logged in while my post was in limbo (not sure what to call it) but, its ALL seeming to be working perfectly now. (my other post went somewhere) maybe because I hadnt logged in at the time, but I am now, and Im just so glad it all seems to work again. :)
Baby Bluebird Peeking Out
How cute! The new baby blue hehe looking out into the World. That just tickles me to pieces, hes so cute. We can only imagine what hes thinking. Probably wonders where everybody is. So precious. Im curious, were there more baby birds, or do they only have one...
Cheese-Wrapped Chicken Enchilada
hehehe, I do too (like that you knew it was me), you are such a kick, *and special* I could just hug you Attosa! :) And I sure will let you know when I make the enchis like youve done. Yummm And youre going to make the enchis for your folks? Wow, thats great...
DIY Reusable Soft Ice Pack
That sure is a good idea. Oh yes, just plain water would freeze it into a stiff cloth, and the alcohol keeps it nice and soft. Thats a real good thing to know for when something like that is needed. So sorry to hear about your husband getting hurt. Hope all...
Crispy Parmesan Chicken Breasts
Attosa, MMMmmmmmmmmmm Does that chicken ever look delicious. I can taste it now :) almost, or actually I cant wait to try this so I can *REALLY* taste it. :) I love chicken with Basil and garlic, but this takes the cake! haha Next time I make chicken, Im making...
Exquisite Chile Rellenos
Hi Attosa :) And, oh, do I believe it - (how you cook a lot), youre amazing with foods and the varieties, youre so talented, and all your dishes look so delicious, and one day Im sure youll knock out these Rellenos too. Once you make them, after that...youll...
Cleaning Streaks on a Dishwasher?
I get streaks a lot on the outside of my frig, from getting ice out of the dispenser, which sometimes we accidentally push our glass on the water dispenser, and there go the streaks down the front of the just polished door. All I do to remove them is take some...
Remedy for Dull Aging Skin?
Exfoliating 3x a week helps greatly. Our skin has a tenancy to build up what they call dead skin cells and those play a big part in one having dull skin. Using an exfoliating topical sluffs all that off. Then apply a moisturizer. Personally, I like taking a...
Chocolate Nut Banana Sushi
Gosh, my previous post went somewhere, so Ill post again. Maybe because I wasnt signed in yet. I wanted to say how yummy that banana looks, and thank you for another way to eat them. I love bananas, but they get boring tasting, and I usually end up making banana...
Reflections
It sure does look like a painting, thats what I thought when I first looked. This picture is so beautiful, seriously, I love it!
Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas
Thank you so much Attosa :) When I make enchiladas, the chicken ones, I use these ingredients, but when I make shredded beef enchiladas, the ingredients are a bit different. Maybe one day you can show me how you make yours? Youre such an excellent chef that...
Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas
Attosa, youre so funny:) I know there cant be anything weirdo about your enchiladas, and I am seriously looking forward to see how you make the green enchiladas. Thats something I have never made, isnt that funny - and I dont know why because I love the green...
Watermelon Stone Paperweights
Oh wow, those sure are totally adorable. :) I love how youve made those plain rocks turn into something so incredibly cute.
Selling Trees for Lumber?
http://www.sellyourtrees.com/ I dont know anything about this place (the link) as I only googled your question, and this link was one of several that came up, and it seems there are people out there that might be interested in your trees, but..who knows what...
Eggcelent Egg Salad Sandwiches
Ive never tried an egg salad sandwich with cheese, but I will now because youve made it look so good! Thank you :)
Colon Cleansing Smoothie
That does look and sound healthy. Its funny I use Chia and Flax seeds every time I mix up anything in the NutriBullet which blends everything to a liquid also. I like the combo of goodies youve got in there. Thank you!
My Backyard (Lytle Creek, CA)
Oh wow, Lytle Creek! :) As a teen, my friends and I went there almost every single day with our packed lunches and suntan lotion. Such a beautiful cool place to hang out and relax to the cool water stream running over the rocks. Such a neat place! Wed build...
Uses for Worn Towels with Frayed Edges?
Same here, Ill cut and sew worn out towels into smaller pieces for rags, and hand towels or wash cloths too, Ill sew with the sewing machine all around the edges so the frayed ends dont end up shedding in the washer or dryer. Ive never tried this particular...
Room for One More? (Davis, CA)
Thats really cool, and a really neat picture. Not too far from us, the balloons on certain days of the week all lift off, and what a sight that is. I guess its balloon rides to check out the city here, and sometimes when they fly over the house, really low...
Use Broken Hair Clips as Chip Clips
My goodness how were on so many same tracks, hahaha I use these kinds claw clips every single day in my hair, because they work for my long hair too, and theres nothing that works as well to hold hair clipped up or back. And they get broken all the time, either...
Use Broken Hair Clips as Chip Clips
I sure do know just what you mean :) When one goes flipping out of my fingers now, Ill forever think of how you too experiencing the same thing. And oh yes, Ill pick one up off the floor after its sprung out of my fingers, look at it, and 2-3 teeth are gone...
Making a Butterfly Suncatcher Using Uniquely Shaped Lids
You sure did give that an entirely new and pretty look!
Making a Tortilla Freezing Box?
Im so glad this will work for all of us that have found we need it. If youre not sure how to make this box, (if thats the question) Ill make a step by step (pictures). Please let me know if thats what turfing means.
Making a Tortilla Freezing Box?
Pghgirl40, thats okay, and yep, slang from the 19XXs Id understand better, hahaha! :)
Making a Tortilla Freezing Box?
Im having a time trying to figure out how to post each step for making the (tortilla box) but... I may have found the right place finally to put the steps now. The supplies needed are: cardboard box with sides that are larger than your tortillas in the package...
Making a Tortilla Freezing Box?
hehehe Oh goodness, this came out in the steps, but not with the pictures for each step. I think though the pics will be more explanatory than how Ive written it. Hope its easier to understand :)
Making a Tortilla Freezing Box?
If you click on below where it says (Answer this Question) in light gray, I did the step by step. Hope that helps :)
Making a Tortilla Freezing Box?
Pghgirl40, Believe me, all is truly fine :) :) :) I am the one thats probably making this more confusing. And I totally agree, Attosa (hi Attosa) is the expert imho too! :)
Making a Tortilla Freezing Box?
If you click just below this, it says (more comments) then theres more descriptions of how to do this box. Thank you.
Moroccan Vegetable and Bean Soup
This looks really yummy. I love lima beans too, so this will be a new way to prepare them with all the other wonderful veggies. Thank you. :)
Dog Shedding After Using Peroxide to Remove Skunk Spray?
The peroxide solution thats on the internet, that uses 3% peroxide, baking soda and dish soap, (if thats what you used) is suppose to be washed right off. Leaving it on for a couple of days may have chemically burned his fur and or skin, which could be why...
Mother Bat and Her Pup
Awwww, thats so sweet. Ive always liked bats, haha really! I think theyre cool creatures, and Ive read about that horrid White Nose Fungus and how its taking out millions of them, and they have no defense. Thats so wonderful youve provided a place for them...
Mother Bat and Her Pup
Believe me, it warms my heart to know theres so many people that love all animals. Theyre all precious, and they all have their place for Earths balance, and they do make our lives better, which I know what you mean about them being misunderstood, and they...
Bride and Groom Clothespin Decor
Attosa, that is too cute. :) And you really did a great with demoing each step. Also, the backyard wedding (precious) how you set the scene, youre so creative!
Freezing Tortillas Without Breakage
That cracks me up, because I know what you mean. Ive had the same things happen with things that youve posted, its like were on the same wave length or something hehe :) If you make the open ended box just about 2 deep, you can then fit a couple of packages...
Living Room Paint Color Advice?
This link is really a great help when you want to get a glimpse of what any color of paint will look like in any room youve uploaded a picture of. https://www.visualizecolor.com/glidden#/
Removing Lighter Fluid Smell in Dryer?
https://www.quora.com/Why-does-my-dryer-smell-like-lighter-fluid This has a way to try to remove the smell, but more *importantly* I think, is, those vapors/fumes from the lighter residue that youre smelling, when a dryer heat gets hot enough, it can become...
Pennywort Shrimp Rice Soup
That sure looks like a very yummy healthy soup! :) I actually take the herb in a capsule, (Gotu Kola), which is the centella asiatica/(Pennywort) because of its extremely high in minerals value. Looking at the fresh Pennywort in your pictures, which Ive never...
Pennywort Shrimp Rice Soup
Ooops, in my post, I meant, (I want to try this sometime) ...and thats a - *for sure* :) Thank you.
Pennywort Shrimp Rice Soup
Oh it is a bit bitter, that is interesting. And youre right, the Pennywort is super loaded with healthy stuff. Id like to get my hands on some, :) like you said, it grows like weeds. Can I ask where you got yours? Thanks.
Pennywort Shrimp Rice Soup
Thank you for the tip 15mhhm15. :) I got thinking about how its got a bit of a bitter taste, and thats really like parsley and even cilantro, which I love both, theyre sort of bitterish too, and so delicious, and loaded with good stuff. Thank you for sharing...
Sissy-Gal (Chihuahua)
Awww, shes so sweet, I can tell :) I had a Chihuahua Terrier mix and she was the light of my life. Theyre soooo sweet, and your little Sissy-Gal with that blanket on her head is too cute! Shes looking at you with such love in her eyes! Im glad you both have...
Freeze Wine in Ice Cube Trays
I sure love this idea too! I do love wine, to drink and cook with too, but my problem is I never finish the bottle, and it goes sour, then its no good for anything. Now theres a way to save it - for cooking, this is terrific! Thank you:)
How I Lost 125 Pounds on a Budget
Wowie! Attosa, youre such a beautiful lady *inside and out*, and that shines through in everything you do. Both of your pictures are lovely, what an inspiration you are! :)
Tomato Sandwich
littergitter, Oh YES, the famous tomato sandwich. Yumeeee Ive got to tell you this, the moment I read your post here this morn, there was no hesitation on my part, :) I had to get up and go into the kitchen and make myself a mayo and tomato with salt and pepper...
Tomato Sandwich
I forgot to say that before I took that pic of my breakfast - after seeing your sandwich posted here, this morn, Id gobbled down the other half already, which took about a second, haha Thank you again littergitter!
How I Lost 125 Pounds on a Budget
Very pretty pictures of you Jess, and your children, incredible how fast time goes by as you said your babies are now 15 and 18. Your article was great too. When I gain a few pounds, I crank up the music as it has a way of getting me to move, (dance around...
Freeze Wine in Ice Cube Trays
https://whatscookingamerica.net/WineInCooking.htm Cooking with good wine is actually what one would want to do. The products called *cooking wines* have awful additives that will change the flavor or your sauces or foods. Using a good Cabernet or Zinfandel...
Freeze a Hot Water Bottle To Cool Down
Attosa thats a great way to go with the water bottle, freezing it or putting ice cubes in it. Isnt is just awful the temps here in Vegas. My hummer feeders nectar gets so hot, its scalding, so a couple of the feeders Ive rigged up ice packs for them because...
Zingy Honey Mustard Salad Dressing
15mhhm15, Thank you, Im glad youll try it. I believe youre going to have a new salad dressing you can add to your favorites, I hope so anyways. If you do try it, please let us know what you think. I know youre a great cook too. Thanks. Oh, and mixing it up...
Morning Entertainment (Toad)
Awww, Fred is adorable. I can imagine how entertaining that little guy is. We have a little lizard, (Lenny) that we often see looking for insects in the mornings on our backyard wall. Your little Fred there is too cute! I sure do appreciate seeing all the activity...
Growing Celery From Kitchen Scraps
Thank you Judy for that tip. I never knew that. Every week I throw out the tops of celery, and I just never even thought the tops would grow more celery! Thats amazing to me:)
Zingy Honey Mustard Salad Dressing
Attosa, Youre such a versatile cook, I am shocked, sort of. I have to tell you this:) Ive been cooking since I was a teen, always have enjoyed it, and my moms words one day when I was a kid stuck with me forever. She said many people dont cook for various reason...
Zingy Honey Mustard Salad Dressing
Attosa, My post posted before I was done revising, but I did want to say also in the first sentence, besides you being such a versatile cook, youre a ((( FABULOUS ))) cook and Im always getting tips from all you do, and thank you.
Zingy Honey Mustard Salad Dressing
Judy, Im so glad youre going to try it too! Let us know what you think if you would. Im the same with salads, if I miss a day of having a salad...well, its rare! :)
Growing Celery From Kitchen Scraps
Thanks so much, I honestly never knew that. Ive only grown spices on my kitchen counter where it extends outwards by the sink and into the sunlit area. But right now I am growing something, for the first time in my life, my wonderful hubby surprised me with...
DIY Green Onion Garden
Wow, Im going to learn to grow a garden yet! :) This is fantastic. Theres definitely not a day go by that something new isnt learned here by me. Thank you.
Zingy Honey Mustard Salad Dressing
Attosa, Yes, I so glad we all can share recipes. I love Japanese food, my ex mother-in-law showed me how to cook the croquets but that was about as far as recipes went, and I never ate a lot of fish, just typical type foods like crab or cod, my mom didnt eat...
Growing Celery From Kitchen Scraps
Thank you najarfam. I get it now. I didnt know as I truly thought some wild things, because Id never heard of them-and Ive never grown things to eat, Ive only grown house plants. I know about hydroponics and veggies, and the other thought I had was, maybe they...
Zingy Honey Mustard Salad Dressing
Attosa, whenever you do, Ill definitely be taking notes, and looking forward to it. Thank you :)
Zingy Honey Mustard Salad Dressing
Im happy to hear youll try this, I do think once you do, it will be a keeper. *it can be made with a bit more kick/spicy too by adding a tad more cayenne pepper*. The recipe I have here, its a mild bite, but not hot. Its just right:)
Stuffed Shells with Sausage and Cheese
Attosa, Wow, that sure is impeccable timing, and incredible too. And yes, I too am surprised youve not made these (yet). :) Youre a fantastic cook, and your recipes show that, and theyre so varied in flavors, and I always look forward to seeing them. Whomever...
Stuffed Shells with Sausage and Cheese
WOW, you sure did do it! haha :) MMMmmm they look out of this world scrumptious! They look absolutely delicious and thats sure a beautiful picture of your shells too that you took. I can just taste them looking at that, haha You did a perfect job. I really...
Stuffed Shells with Sausage and Cheese
Awww, thats SO wonderful, Im so glad, that makes me very happy also. It is really special that we all can share our dinner table like this:) So so glad you enjoyed :) Thank you! :)
Lightening Hair with Lime Juice?
Lemons and limes will lighten your hair slightly by bleaching the pigments in each stand of hair, and permanently, but will do more damage to delicate hair as that method is extremely drying. The product called Sun-In for instance, can do the same thing, and...
Peanut Butter Cereal Cookies
I am really glad you posted this way to use neglected cereals! :) Yep, Ive got the same thing going on, Raisin Bran and the others are just sitting in the cupboard taking up a lot of space, and usually, the only way they finally end up getting thrown out is...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Thank you Attosa :) Years ago, when I first began hanging out feeders for hummingbirds, I saw a few hummer with yellow on their bills, and I wrote to several hummingbird experts sending them a pictures too of the (yellow) on their bills - because I thought...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Thank you, and Im so glad I can share these little guys with you all :) Every day these tiny beautiful birds make my day by just watching them. This is a shaky, not so good video of Mr Red and how sweet he is by sharing his feeder with Bibs (we call her). Shes...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
I was going to mention also that, hummingbirds really do come back to the same feeders year after year. They never forget. Ive read when hummingbirds drink the nectar from flowers, they remember which flowers they drank the nectar from, and will give those...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Cybergrannie, Thank you so much, and Im very happy to share more. It is really wonderful to experience a facet of life that Id never known before. I just didnt pay attention. And since I have, theyve changed my life, and my husbands too. Every day we see something...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
This is little Ali, and shes a female Black Chinned hummingbird. She likes getting little sips of the fountain water. Theyre like little drones, being able to maneuver in every direction, they can even fly upside down. They all enjoy the fountain drinking and...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
And this is Stretch. Shes so funny and adorable, always stretching her neck around the sides of the feeder so she can keep an eye on me. With her neck so stretched, she almost looks like hes part Ostrich and hummingbird. :)
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
This is little Sadie. Ever since Id piled up rocks on the top tier of their fountain, they love it a lot more. They all really enjoy water movement it seems too.
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Thank you! Sometimes people ask how I know which one is which, but looking closely at each one over a while, it becomes apparent theyre all marked differently, and theyre so cute because each one has its own personality, just like all animals. Im happy your...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Thank you cybergrannie. Thats so nice that you and your friends enjoy them also. That makes me happy:) I am a real nut about them, and I cant get enough of them, haha I mean every little move they make, just fascinates me to no end. Maybe one day I will make...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
UH oh....I wrote a post about this little Hummingbird, but it went somewhere, and I dont know where. This little hummingbird is one of the Black-Chins, as theyre called. All hummingbirds in hot weather (as we have here in the 3 digits), will dangle their feet...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Hi Betty, I didnt mean to post the picture of the two hummers at the feeder-its such a dark picture, and my finger just clicked - and my posts keep going somewhere, (dont know where). And thank you, Im happy you enjoy them too! :) This picture is another of...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Just wanted to say if you click on the pictures of them, they enlarge a bit more. :)
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Cybergrannie, If the opportunity happens, Ill try and get a picture of one of the Black-Chins next to one of the others. Its funny because these Black-Chin hummingbirds being so small, are just so fearless. I think the reason too that youve never seen one, is...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
mag26gie, Hi, theres only one way that Ive found that is 100% for sure to keep the ants out of any hummingbird feeder, and Ive got feeders everywhere and have had them for years. You need a moat for every feeder. I learned how to make the moats from Utube, years...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
mag26gie, Heres a picture I found with the home-made moats that keep ants out of feeders. These are plastic pipe caps theyre called. Any cap like this works well. Caps from hairspray cans or something like that would work. I drilled a hole in each one, then...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
It worked (posting the picture). If you have any questions, please let me know, Im happy to help you with these feeders and the ant problem they cause.
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Well, I posted underneath the picture, but I dont know where that post went. I think I clicked on comment, and it went somewhere?? All I was saying was it worked and the picture of the moats posted so I hope that can help you see how theyre done. The ants can...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
How to make a Hummingbird Feeder moat. This is the sure-fire way to keep ants out of any hanging feeder. The items needed to make a moat are: A cap of some kind. Make sure its at least 1-2 inches deep. (this is for the water) A plastic coated wire, or a thick...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
1) First heat up your (Phillips screw driver) with the heat of a flame, which this allows the Phillips screw driver to glide right through the plastic cap and make a hole right in the middle of the cap, not too big, as you only want to string through your plastic...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Cybergrannie, Im very happy to show everyone who has hummers eating from their feeders how to make the moat. I am having problems posting all this in its sequence, so Ill make a new post under the (Garden and Nature) photos.
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Cybergrannie, I made a step by step of how to make the moats, and it will be under the Garden and Nature Photos (soon) I hope. Its Pending right now. This will alleviate any (ant problem) anyone has with their hummingbird feeders. :)
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Hi Cybergrannie :) The Ant Moat for the Hummingbird feeders is posted now on the *DIY Contest*. The step by step is there, and I know anyone with hummingbird feeders will love this, because there will be no more ants in the sugar water! :) Yay!
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
I just had to share this video with anyone who loves Hummingbirds, because its one of the most wonderful and beautiful things in life, imho This was on the news a couple of years ago. I dont know these people, but, I know this guy has a heart the size of Texas...
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Im so glad you watched that news story on Hummer and her family. And yep, he sure is our kind of person. :)
Mr. Red (Hummingbird)
Its quite amazing how Hummingbirds really do watch us *or anyone* when theyre in the yard, and after theyve seen a person many many times over, they then allow a person to get much closer, even close enough where theyll eat at a feeder standing on a persons...
A Big Bug? No a Hummingbird!
Nice pictures, and I too feel happy you were able to help that sweet little hummingbird.
Garlicky Eggs in a Basket
Yes, that sure does look tasty. Ive made the eggs in a basket with only regular slices of bread, and no garlic. This is a nice addition with the garlic and French bread. My husband is the one who introduced me to it being made with sliced bread, but I like...
Mexican Cabbage Soup
Attosa, What a beautiful soup, and delicious sounding too with that avocado in there. Thanks for the recipe!
Is the Red Dye in Hummingbird Nectar Safe?
Ive been feeding hummingbirds for many years, and the red colored feeder itself will be enough to attract lots and lots hummingbirds. The other problem with those add water to the powders for nectar, is, they may and usually do, contain chemicals to preserve...
Juicy Pork Tenderloin
What a wonderful way to serve pork tenderloin! Thank you, this looks and sounds delicious, I can almost smell it cooking - yummy! :) Thank you for this recipe.
Removing Hair Dye Stain on Wall?
Ive done that too, gotten hair color spatters on the wall. I made a paste with a little water mixed with cleanser (Comet) and let that sit on the spots, because the hair coloring dye soaks into the paint, and stains it because paint (unless its glossy) seems...
Unclogging a Drain Line with a Disposal?
Thats the worst, kitchen sink clogs, and it seems to happen to me a few times year. What Ive found that has worked 8 out of 10 times is, Ill put 4 large pots on the stove to boil. Then I pour about 1/2 cup of dishwasher powder (Cascade or Finish) down the drain...
