Shopping for a Twist Top Bottle Spout?Does anyone know if they still make these spouts and if so, where I can find them?
Choosing Secondary Health Insurance for Seniors?My mom is 73 years old and is on Social Security. She's been relying on COBRA as a secondary insurance since my stepdad passed away, but she's going to be losing it in the next month or so. She hasn't chosen a new secondary insurance because she's confused over which one to pick from.
Cabbage and Ham Pie With Biscuit Dumpling Crust?My aunt says her mom used to make the best "cabbage pie", they all looked forward to leftovers when they had ham because they knew this was next on the menu! But she can't remember everything in it or how to make it. She says she's never seen a recipe for anything like it.
Dog Stealing/Hiding Shoes When Owner Leaves?A friend/neighbor is having a real problem with her Sheltie that is driving her crazy. There are 3 adults, 2 children, and 2 small dogs besides the Sheltie living in the home. The dog, June, turned up as a stray a year or 2 ago and they took her in. June is particularly attached to Susan.
Identifying Temporary Internet Files?I upgraded to Internet Explorer 9 a couple of months ago and have been having some trouble with some websites. While checking my browser settings, I noticed something I'm wondering about.
Smoke Damage in a Van?I need suggestions on how to remove smoke damage. My son is going to Welding school, he uses our old mini van for transportation. He carries all his welding supplies in the back of the van, some of it in a big plastic bucket.
How Do I Grow Winter Pansies?I don't know the 1st thing about planting or taking care of flowers.
However, my son is selling pansies for his band fundraiser and I'm sucker enough to buy some because he says he's the only one who hasn't sold anything. But I don't know what to do with them.
DVD Tray Will Not Open?We have a Sylvania TV with built-in VCR and DVD. Several months ago the DVD quit working. It simply will not open either by using the controls or pushing the buttons on the unit.
Cleaning A Pizza Stone?I have 2 "pizza stones" that I've never used. I think I can figure out how to use them, with all the available recipes, but how do I clean them and do I need to oil them or anything?
Is AARP Membership Worth the Investment?My husband is turning 50 years old in a couple of weeks. I'm just wondering if it would be worth it for him to join AARP? I know it's only $16 a year, but I'm wondering if the benefits are worth it and who better to ask than the wise Thrifty Fun family?
Sealing Home-printed Photo Magnets?I got the cutest magnets for Mother's Day! They are photos of my grandsons that my daughter turned into magnets using her printer and magnetic paper. I'm trying to figure out how to seal them so they are protected.
Recipes Using Stale English Muffins?Anybody have a good recipe for something to do with stale English muffins (besides pizza)? They aren't bad, just dry. I was thinking maybe something like a bread pudding or strata-type casserole that my teenage boys would eat.
Are Old Sewing Notions Still Good to Use?I have a bunch of "new" unopened bias tape, zippers, ribbon, etc. that belonged to my grandmother. I'm wondering if they are still OK to use, or would the fabric be too old for normal wear and tear?
