Leaving an Abusive Boyfriend?
Looks like the other folks here have many of the same answers I would have shared. Shooting prayers for you to get out and get out quickly. Be safe. God bless.
Using Henna to Cover Grey Hair?
I have used henna for several years now. I buy mine from www.lushusa.com. There are also lush stores around different states. I use the caca rouge (I think thats the name of it). It actually comes in several colors, and it will be different on everyone. It...
Removing Scented Oil Type Odor from House?
You might check your filter (a/c or furnace), and see if the previous people hung one of those air fresheners on the market which hang on the filter. It might be that they did, in which case, hopefully just removing it should take care of the problem for you...
Back Child Support?
Is your ex-wife in agreement with forgiving the back child support? If thats the case, it might be that the simplest thing is to issue her a check, have it go through the books at the courthouse, but then have her return it to you, un-cashed. I realize you...
Getting Tar Off of Cars Easily?
There is a product called Goof Off that would probably take care of the problem. Id be sure to wash it off completely afterwards. Another possible solution might be a Mr. Clean MagicEraser? Good luck!
Getting Help for a Contested Divorce?
I dont know what state you are in, but in Iowa, if one person files for divorce, there will be a divorce. Unfortunately, if your husband hired an attorney, the attorney will probably be only too happy to drag things out as long as possible, as most earn $$$/hr...
Child Support Payments and Social Security?
In my situation, when my sons father started receiving SS, my son received a SS check PLUS the child support. The child support was not affected. Good luck! The SS continued until my son graduated (he was 18 when he graduated he turned 19 in July after graduation...
Repairing a Sun Damaged Vintage Formica Tabletop?
Oh man, well, is the husband worth keeping? Perhaps a tablecloth! Sorry, no clue how to actually fix the table, but your question with the hubby comment made me laugh, wanted to comment! Lol, Good luck!
Artist Searching for 50 Used Empty Gallon Size Paint Cans?
How about checking with your local recycling center. Around here, there are certain times of the year/dates that different towns can get rid of paint/cans, as you said, they are required to be dried, so maybe that would be a good option.
Storing an Ironing Board in a Small Apartment?
How about an over the door one, that could be stored on a closet door, or even a bedroom door? Wouldnt have to be down all the time, only when you need it!
Cleaning My George Foreman Grill?
I normally wet an old dish cioth so its soaking wet, and make sure the grill is either sitting in the sink, or on something that will catch the spillage. Close the lid on it so the wet cloth hits top and bottom. After letting it sit a bit, Im always able to...
Tea Kettle Recommendations for Ceramic Top Range?
I have a smooth top stove (not sure, are they all ceramic?). I just use my regular tea pot and have never had a problem. Good luck!
Kiwi-Strawberry Jelly
I have a question, is the kiwi-strawberry juice actual 100% juice? Do you make your own or buy a jar?
How Do I Remove Stains from Dried Laundry?
I have that problem from time to time, with whites usually, or light colors. There is a product you can buy called Whink...I believe there might be more than one (for different specific purposes). I have the one for rust removal. I use it on wet or dry clothes...
Permanent Marker On Car Headliner?
There is a product available at Walmart called Goof Off. Ive used that for MANY things, and have had pretty good luck. It has quite an odor, so make sure to ventilate! Good luck! Of course, theres always the stand-by, finger nail polish remover. I would dampen...
Making a Layer Cake?
I havent read the previous feedback, so maybe this is a repeat, but this is a trick my mom taught me when I was a girl! Spray the pan with non-stick cooking spray, Then, cut a circle of wax paper (trace around the cake pan and cut out), place in the bottom...
Inexpensive Furnishings for a Temporary Apartment?
How about using containers, like Rubbermaid storage boxes, as coffee tables/end tables? You could put a piece of fabric over them as a table cloth and have a useable table, as well as extra storage space. You can store things in the boxes while using as tables...
Snowball Payments to Get Out of Debt
Michelle, You are exactly right. One needs to exercise discipline in not running up MORE debt while digging out of debt!! Have to use common sense! I also found that paying by cash and money order while things were so tight was helpful. No credit card or checkbook...
Garden: Gourds as Birdhouses
What is the process for drying the gourds? Did he let them dry for a year, Then cut the hole, or cut the hole and let them dry? Thanks! Pam email: mptidemann AT iowatelecom.net
Ideas for 80th Birthday Favors?
How about taking a photo of your mom, making some business cards with her photo, some little message on them, maybe the date, and a thank you for celebrating with us type thing. You can print them on the computer, I do my bosss business cards all the time! You...
Curtains To Coordinate With Gold and Rust Colored Walls?
I just did my living room in those colors too. I did use kind of a chocolate color with the other two and I think it looks really nice. I found drapes and throw pillows to match, tied together nicely! Good luck! Pam
Keeping Animals Out of Your Garbage Can?
What about throwing in a mothball or two. They stink, but maybe that would help? Good luck! Pam
Simple Recipe For Salmon Fillets?
If you take your skinless boneless chicken breast, marinade it with maybe a honey teriyaki marinade or whatever flavor you enjoy, (the bottled kind), wrap the chicken with a strip of bacon (poke with a toothpick to hold the bacon on) and grill it, its DELICIOUS...
Have House Inspected Before Buying
Boy do I wish Id have done that before I bought my house!!! I have to replace the roof, I found out the cistern (not being used), is not filled in, tho my seller indicated it was fine, I have replaced the upstairs faucet, fixed the tub plumbing up there, (when...
