Obtaining a Power of Attorney?
Actually you need to talk to her doctor and tell him you are her caretaker. Usually if your mom is able to talkand write she can make you her caretaker. But usually you need a layer to become official power of/ attorney.Write out a paper and bring your mom...
Rubber Band for Slippery Shampoo Bottle
I do this all the time . I also put two rubber bands on my hair conditioner to distinguish it from my shampoo which are in bottles that look alike. I am older with bad eyesight and this helps a lot and it doesnt slide out of my hand. I use thick elastics
Getting Rid of Fleas on a Dog
Wash his head with baby shampoo first[and leave on]. Then wash the rest of dog with liquid dawn and rinse thoroughly . Liquid dawn will kill the fleas and the baby shampoo will around his face and ears does if left on .Leave on while washing rest of dog or...
Repurposing an Old Walker
If you spray paint it a vivid color it would be beautiful with real plants like Swedish Ivy or any vine like plants like philodendron or any Ivyor even a few spider plants Cathy from ma
Removing Stubborn Stains on Clothing?
soak in white vinegar and then wash in hot water with detergent,
Getting Rid of Odor Under Mobile Home?
sprinkle old coffee ground s over area , be generous , Can buy inexpensive coffee and sprinkle it aroungd ,
16th Birthday Party Ideas?
scavenger hunt ,then pizza party and ice cream sundaes and dont for get to rent a photo booth.
Cleaning a Fiberglass Tub?
use pam , spray on ,wait a few minutes and wipe off . be sure to clean with vinegar afterwards to get off the slippery oil
Removing Diesel Fuel from Clothes?
Add a can of Coca-cola with your detergent and wash as usual. Coca-Cola takes out grease.
Sweet Chemical Smell in New House?
Check the plaster board or wall board on the walls. There were many cases of cheap plaster board from China that was used in houses in the early 2000s and around that time, which emits poisonous and noxious sulfur like fumes and sometimes rotten egg smell when...
Getting Rid of Poison Ivy?
Whatever you do, do not burn it. Do you live in the country? If you do ask to borrow someones goat [not a joke]. Golf courses bring goats onto the course to eat the grass and the poison ivy. The goats like poison ivy and it does not make them sick either!
Remedy for Bad Underarm Odor?
You should take 1 chllorophyll tablet twice a day , Also wipe underarms with lemon juice[can use the stuff that comes in the bottle] - rinse and dry.then put deodorant on , You will still sweat but you wont have a bad odor , make sure you are not allergic to...
Getting Rid of Ants in an Exterior Lamp Post?
Sprinkle cornmeal around lamppost. The ants eat it but cannot digest it and they die. No poison needed. May take a few days.
Perm Too Curly?
Your perm will relax after a week or so. Do not wash too much. You will make it dryer and frizzier. Work 2 tablespoons of coconut oil or more through your hair and leave on for 30 minutes or overnight. Overnight is good, Wear a plastic shower cap over it , then...
Removing Old Blood Stain from Carpet?
I am sorry that your son was killed. That is more than a tragedy. Try using hydrogen peroxide on the blood and then wash with vinegar.
Cleaning a White Towel with Colored Appliques?
Put in a container with warm water about a gallon and about 1/2 to a cup of hydrogen peroxide and let set for a while. Rinse.
Getting Rid of a Skunk?
The best way to get rid of a skunk is to hook up a light that will shine all night under your porch. Skunks hate light and they will pack up and leave. Keep light connected up for a few nights, he will make his home elsewhere. No need for chemicals or poisons...
Removing Diesel Smell From Clothing?
To get rid of the oil add 1 can coca cola to your wash ten add 1 cup vinegar to rinse
Using Gray Magic Additive?
Did you read the bottle of the grey magic? Some is for blonde hair and some is for brunette hair. Did you get the right grey magic? You only use 10 drops per ounce of hair color.
Getting Rid of Skunks Under the House?
If you have skunks under your house just get a bright light and hook up outside under porch and turn on every night. Skunks are nocturnal and will just leave. They hate light.
Keeping Cats Out of Flower Box?
Sprinkle used coffee grounds around liberally. Cats do not like the smell of coffee. It will also smell good.
Ulcers on Gums After Teeth Extractions?
Try oragel. Also open up a vitamin E capsule [the gel kind]and dab vitamin E oil on ulcers to help heal them. Start drinking rooibos tea. It comes in 24 teabags to a package and is found in specialty tea section. Celestial seasonings and Tetly make this non...
Removing Gum from Dried Clothing?
What you need is an old clean toothbrush and a half cup of heated not boiling white vinegar. First scrape whatever hardened gum you can off with dull side of a butter knife. Then use toothbrush to apply vinegar on area of gum. Working gently make small circles...
Remedy for Hair Damaged by Rebonding and Coloring?
Buy some coconut oil. You can get it at a health food store or some all your hair. Supermarkets in health food section. Massage into dry hair so as to coverall your hair. Massage a little into scalp. Cover with plastic shower cap nd leave on overnight if possible...
Fleas in My Hair?
Wash your hair with liquid dawn dish soap and that will rid your hair of fleas. Also wash your dog with liquid dawn. Sprinkle salt on your floors and carpets and leave on for a few days if you can [on carpet] and vacuum. This will kill fleas and flea eggs. Do...
Remedies for Pimples on Face?
After you wash your face with a mild soap rinse and dry. Use a small cosmetic pad and soak with water squeeze out. Then squirt lemon (I use one of those plastic lemons that you get at supermarket that have lemon juice in them). Wipe once over your face and...
Dental Work Without Insurance in Northern California?
Look around and see if there are any dental schools near you. They generally offer discounted dental plans and are well supervised by dental instructors. Generally, only the advanced students at the end of their education near graduation are allowed to work...
Citrus Scented Hanging Car Fresheners to Repel Cats?
You can sprinkle your used coffee grounds around the perimeter of your house and this will repel the cats as they do not like the coffee smell. It will also get rid of the pee smell. Then you will smell the coffee but thats not a bad smell. Be generous.
Relaxer Burnt Colored Hair?
Get some organic coconut oil at your health food store. Some supermarkets carry it also. Before you go to bed, put coconut oil on your scalp and massage gently massage on through your hair. You do not need a lot, just enough to cover each strand. Cover with...
Removing Wrinkles from Packaged Curtains?
Put a damp towel in the dryer with the curtains on permanent press.
Dealing With a Mean Wife?
You need to get a divorce for the sake of yourself and your children. I have rheumatoid arthritis and have had several surgeries. My husband takes care of me and has for 23 years, I would never think of abusing him and calling him names. I live with constant...
Allergic Reaction to Facial Wipe Caused Skin Inflammation?
Wash your face with col water and apply aloe to your skin . It sounds as though there was probably fragrance in the wipe that caused this.
Handwashing Techniques for Camping and Other Outdoor Activities?
Take a gallon empty, clean milk jug that has a cap. Hang it from a low branch with a piece of rope. After filling jug with water, poke a hole about 1/4 inch circular (use a screw driver) in the bottom of the jug. Loosen cap at top and water will flow out and...
Handwashing Techniques for Camping and Other Outdoor Activities?
Also forgot to tell you, take a bar of soap and put in clean panty hose, tie a knot in it and then hang on top of water jug. The soap will remain clean and dry and not end up on the ground in the dirt and is always accesible. Also, take a roll of paper towels...
Homemade Body Butter
This looks totally awesome. I cant wait to make it. Thanks for sharing. Cathy from MA
Home Remedies for Dog Worms?
I would try pumpkin seed oil. Buy the capsules and open one up and put on his food. I dont know how long you would do this but its a vegetable oil. I think that pumpkin seed iol is okay for dogs. It prevents parasites and tapeworms in people so why wouldnt...
Removing Dog Poop Stains on Hardwood Floor?
Try using apple cider vinegar b. Then wipe with clear water.
How Can I Clean a Chandelier Without Taking It Down?
Use the spray thing but instead of tablecloth. Hang an umbrella upside down to catch the water. It works. Make sure you shut off electricity to chandelier! Cathy from MA
Keeping Cats Out of My Yard?
Use coffee grounds. You can either use cheap coffee or used coffee grounds. I used sprinkle it all around the soil, especially near my bushes and garden area. The coffee grounds deter the cats because they dont like the smell of coffee but it smells good to...
Cleaning Lace Curtains?
Wash your curtains in warm water and a little hydrogen peroxide and mild soap if you want to get them white. Fold curtains into a square about 15 inches by 15 inches and place in folded form into water. Do not unfold. Soak for about 15 minutes and take press...
Brownie Cookies
Robyn, I just want to tell you that I enjoy reading and trying your recipes. They are always wonderful. And I like Deelis recipes too. I know that you spend a lot of time typing and printing recipes for all of us to enjoy. Thanks again. Cathy from Massachusetts
What Can I Do With Failed Coconut Macaroon Batter?
Bake a batch of chocolate cupcakes. Fill cupcake tins 2/3 full, then add 1 or 2 tablespoons in center of cupcake [the macaroon batter]. Thats all. When they bake chocolate will bake up and around filling and you will have macaroon filling in the center of chocolate...
How Do I Keep Naturally Red Hair Bright During the Winter?
Nicole Kidman used to rinse her hair with cranberry juice. Ye, its true. Look it up on the internet. Cathy from MA.
Uses for Bagged Shredded Cabbage
I make coleslaw and put the coleslaw on my hamburgers or hotdogs as a condiment, also great on sausages or bratwurst sandwiches.
Getting Rid of Poison Oak or Ivy Growing in Shrubs?
The best way to get rid of poison oak and poison ivy is to get a goat [I am not kidding] , Borrow a goat from a farm and he will eat the poison ivy or poison oak and goatslove it and do not get sick from it , The golf courses in this area know thissecret andsomeeven...
Psoriasis on the Scalp?
Buy coconut oil or you can use olive oil. Run coconut oil onto your scalp. Do not use too much; a little goes a long way. Then cover with a plastic cap. It is soothing and you can leave on for 1/2 hour and then shampoo or leave on overnight and then shampoo...
Using Collectible Beer Mugs For Anniversary Centerpieces?
I saw this on another craft website . Buy those butterscotch hard candies that are wraped in that pretty see thru yellow cellophane paper . THey come in bags at the grocery store . Fill the beer mugs 3/4 full with the wrapped candies and then top this with...
Pool Theme Birthday Cake?
Go to a candy store and in the area where they have the gummy type candies you can get various things like fish and octopuses, among other things cathy from ma.
Beauty Products for Someone With Allergies?
I like conti olive oil soap. I get it at drugstore.com cathy from ma
Beauty Products for Someone With Allergies?
I also like vanicream soap, skin cream and lotion, and sunscreen. No fragrance, no dyes. Great stuff. Cathy from MA
Cocoa Butter for Eczema?
may I suggest you get Vanicream . It is in a soap , a lotion and a really nice skin cream in a tub. The skin cream is wonderful . You can buy it on the internet . Try www.drugstore.com. It will work for you . Cathy from ma.
