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Mother's Applesauce CakeMix all together. Bake in non-stick spray coated 8x10 inch pan at 350 degrees F for 30-40 minutes.
Mexican Sloppy JoesMy daughter and I made this recipe up one day, it's like a kicked-up version of Frito Pie.
Beets and PineappleDrain beets and pineapple and reserve juices. Cook juices over medium heat to boiling. Mix cornstarch, sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper; stir in hot juice to make a paste.
Sweet Cucumber RelishGrind veggies through coarse blade on food grinder. Mix with the salt and let drain in plastic drainer overnight.
Rub-a-dub ChickenPour all the spices into a sandwich-size sealable plastic bag. Shake well. This mix can be stored at room temperature in the sealed bag for months, and it makes enough rub to cover approximately 5 1/2 pounds of chicken.
Product Review: Cetaphil DailyAdvanced Ultra Hydrating LotionA little information first. I have a "almost" 3 year old who has had eczema since birth (we came home from the hospital with it) and is allergic to acrylic fiber, perfumes, some dyes, and ants. If she gets a sinus infection, she breaks out in hives from head (literally) to her feet.
Use Sponge for Child's Paint HolderCut an opening in the center of a sponge and insert a paint or glue container in the hole. The sponge will absorb any drips and will also keep the container from tipping and spilling.
Make Your Own Magazine HoldersMake magazine holders by covering cardboard cereal boxes with material and/or contact paper, then labeling them by name and dates.
Odd Colored MushroomsI'm finding odd shaped and colored mushrooms in my yard. Some are pretty, some are not.
Agave Nectar as a Sugar SubstituteI have been researching sugar substitutes and have found an awesome substitute that is not chemically altered like Splenda and the others on the market. Some of you may already use it, if not I highly recommend you try agave nectar. My family loves it.
Travel Packing TipsI hate packing! There's so much to do before a trip that this chore is just an added nuisance! So those items that will ALWAYS go on trips with me, I just have them specifically designated for trips, instead of packing them when the time comes.
Recycle Mascara WandsDon't throw away your old mascara wands! Wash them well and keep a few on hand - they are great little helpers for:
Use Yogurt Instead Of Milk For Breakfast CerealTry mixing breakfast cereal with yogurt instead of milk for a nice change. I like to even match up flavors, the caramel pecan cereals mixed with caramel or vanilla yogurt is one of my favorites. It's even good with the plain yogurt, plus you also get the benefit of the good bacteria from it.
Keeping Bats Out of My House?We have recently noticed bat droppings on our porch. Does any one have an idea how to discourage bats from hanging around our seating area? We suspect they are in the rafters of the porch.
Preserving Game Boards and PiecesWhen my family purchases new games with game boards, before they play the first game, I use wide, clear packing tape and reinforce corners of both the bottom and top of the game box, and any inserts inside the box.
