Be Aware of Driving Laws in Different States
In most places Im aware of, you need to stop for a school bus that is flashing lights and stopped road regardless of your driving direction, unless its a divided highway. Not a line in the middle but a median strip, a barrier, a true divided highway.
Tie Plastic Refuse in Knots
We can recycle them here at the groceries. I stuff many bags into one bag and then tie it off. A problem also exists with those nasty six-pack plastic things that keep six-packs of soda or other bottles or cans together (sometimes in fours or eights). I always...
Magic Eraser to Remove Paint Marks on a Truck
Ive also had good luck with paint cleaner - the newer kind for clearcoat paint on autos.
Keeping Feather Mattress on the Bed?
My Dad lives with me and this perplexing problem. I ended up using a strip of vented style shelf(b) liner (/b)(not shelf paper) between his mattress and box-spring. I think they also use it in RVs to prevent dishes and such from rattling as you go down the...
Cleaning Food Off of a Grill Grate?
Several have said using a wire brush. Not a good idea if its a porcelain coated grate. Of course if youve already done it in the past, no need to worry about scratching the finish now.... Use the high flame setting & the cover down to burn it off OR Ill trade...
Puppy Will Only Pee on Newspaper?
Dont take the paper outside, take the dog! Take the dog at those times that are classic, upon waking, after eating etc. Other times, youve got to watch his body language and when it shows hes going to go, leap up, say OUTSIDE! and take him outside and STAY...
'07 Chevy Malibu Doesn't Have a Block Heater?
Wow, I dont want to get into the Maine vs. Alberta thing, they BOTH have coooolllddd winters (cept the coast of Maine a little less). If I were in either I would have some warming method for my car. Block heater a plus since you may find outlets available even...
Making Sure the Scanned Price is Right
ALERT - I have found at my grocery (Giant Foods) speaking up at the register only gets the price researched and corrected. To enjoy the offers of first one free or refund of double difference in price, you MUST allow the error to happen and THEN go to the service...
Car Bangs When Shifting Into Overdrive?
My simple bet is the solenoid that does this shifting in the transmission is on its way to failure. Im thinking it isnt overdrive but the mechanical lock-up that occurs in these transmissions as a fuel savings effort. It means a trip to the shop - and if you...
Teaching Road Awareness to a Dog?
Training is a key but almost as important is excercise. The Springer portion NEEDS it (the other collie part too!). With sufficient excercise daily, not only will the run tendency be reduced but he will be generally calmer and easier to train.
Getting Rid of a Tan?
If youve had this tan for years and havent been spending much time in the sun, discuss with your doctor. If you stay tan even during the winter months, could be a sign of Addisons disease.
Repairing Water Damage From an Overflowing Toilet Upstairs?
There is still moisture in the ceiling. To properly repair, a portion of it should be removed around the light fixture and where the paint problem is showing. Inspecting there should determine if additional should also be removed. Its got to be completely dried...
Protecting Wool Clothing From Moths?
My Mom was a traditionalist as well. Since we lived in New England and she worked downtown she had many woolen items to protect. My Dad lined one of the smaller closets in a spare bedroom with tounge and groove cedar and weather stripped the door. It worked...
Saying "No" to Charities?
Im of a similar opinion to Lily May, we tell them that they can send their reqest in the mail but we do not respond to telephone solicitations. Usually we get nothing from them, sometimes but not usually. At least that way you are incontrol and unpressured...
HSBCdirect.com Online Savings Account Reviews?
They are basically setup similar to ING. No checks, no direct access but you can move money to/from a linked account easily. Id compare to ING (www.ingdirect.com), be advised it can take 2-3 days to get the money into your linked account so you must plan for...
Mystery Shopping Advice?
Ive done stops, about 12, for three different companies. They arent hard to find. I decided however, that it was way too much hassle for not enough compensation. Escpecially now with gas prices it would be even worse. The biggest pain were the extensive forms...
Keeping Your Children Safe In Public
The Guest Post is RIGHT! Who is the most likely person to help your child? Another Mom. Absolutely. In fact, practice makes perfect. Once in a while when youre in the store or at the mall, practice. Ask your child, If Mommy wasnt here right now, who do you...
