Social Security Survivor Benefits for Students?
I am a retired SSA employee. In the early 80s, legislation was passed by Congress that cut back on many types of social security dependents benefits, including the one for full time students (used to be if full time in school/college could receive checks up...
Tips for Steering A Canoe
Well written article for a an individual who already knows something about paddling. Assumes the reader knows where is stern and where is bow - I dont. Assumes one knows what the different strokes look like. Written for the person who is more than a beginner...
Getting More out of your Deodorant
I like the idea but am not in any way mechanical. Can you explain the process step by step? All I can think of is to break the outer container but then there would be splinters. Also, once you unscrew it, do you hold it by hand or turn upside down and rescrew...
Pros and Cons of Opening a Bent-n-Dent Grocery?
I personally would never purchase any dented can of food for fear of food poisoning. I know it is said that most cans that are dented are safe to eat as long as the can is not bulging, that the top and bottom have a good seal, and it is not rusted. But the...
60th Birthday Party Centerpiece?
I once received a gorgeous tall arrangement that was stunning. When flowers died, it was interesting to see how the florist rigged it up. The vase was about 3 1/2 feet tall. The inside of the vase had that green florist foam, sponge, or what ever that green...
Cleaning Your Silver
How much salt and how much baking soda? Good idea but needs to give proportion of ingredients to water. Like 1 cup per gallon or what?
Floor Grout Keeps Cracking?
I have all tile floors, which I love, so easy to clean. I have the same issue in my living room; one grout line that goes down about 2/3s of the room, dead center, grout is cracked with a little that has fallen out. I asked my tile guy what to do, when he came...
Foam Board to Insulate Windows
Does the foam also insulate against sound? I live in a upstairs condo. The window overhang makes any sound downstairs in the parking lot sound like it is in my bedroom--sort of like an acoustic bandshell. For example, I can hear a normal sound level conversation...
Best Way to Get Rid of Fruit Flies?
I was going to give you the same answer as Jilson. Cidar vinager does work!
Weight Watchers Diet Plan from Late 1980s to early 1990s?
I do not have the data from that far back and I dont think the WW frozen foods have those exchanges on them any more. WW has a new Points Plus system, but I cannot find any site that tells you how to calculate the number of points you are allowed per day. But...
Sterilizing Sponges
I also put sponges in dishwasher. I tried putting sponge in microwave for 45 sec and it started to catch on fire. have no idea why since it had no food, grime, etc on it. So be careful putting in microwave.
How Often Do You Replace Acrylic Nails?
I have had acrylic nails for 35 years and have never had any problems. The key is maintenance. I get fills every 2 weeks. This keeps the edges sealed so water cannot get in and then create a fungus. I rarely get a new set. Usually after about 6-8 months the...
Can I Upgrade This Older Computer?
Thanks for all the input. I will do a wipe disk to remove all the data, pull out the hard drive and crush, and then take to the appropriate city dump for electronics. The price of a a basic desk top would be less than any investment Id make in the PC and my...
Fruit Fly Control?
I tried everything and found the most natural remedy to be about 1/4-1/3 cup apple cider vinegar with a few drops of cooking oil in a glass. Keep this near fresh fruit (or wherever the flies are) and they will dive into the mixture and drown. It works better...
Storing Bananas
I purchased the special green bags and they did not work for me. I put the fruit/vegetables in the bag, folded it over as instructed. I did not see that carrots, lettuce, bananas or anything lasted more than about 3 days longer than usual. It was a waste of...
Storing Bananas
I purchased the special green bags and they did not work for me. I put the fruit/vegetables in the bag, folded it over as instructed. I did not see that carrots, lettuce, bananas or anything lasted more than about 3 days longer than usual. It was a waste of...
Does My Water Heater Need To Be Replaced?
Thanks to everyone who responded!! You validated my sense that the quoted price was too high. Based on feedback, I will replace the hot water heater -- but will wait until the first of October when it is not so hot (over 90) outside PLUS that will give me time...
Make Wiping Squares to Save on TP
I find this to be way too excessive way to save money. There are surely other things to cut back on. I guess what I find most gross is washing the wipes with your towels. I imagine you would need to disinfect these more than you do your towels. If these are...
Sinking In Debt, More Bills Than Income?
I hope the original poster reads this &/or it helps others. I am retired from the Social Security Administration last working in the Office of Disability & Review component where judges hear appealed disability cases. This is the Agency that administers the...
