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Maple Tree Leaves Drying Out?We have had no rain at all in Maryland for three weeks. I have a 25 year old maple tree that has bunches of leaves that are turning like they are going to die. I soaked the tree about two days ago, but it doesn't seem to have helped. I am worried I will lose the tree.
Can Snakes Damage House Foundation by Nesting Activities?I have a large family of garter snakes living under our side steps. I am not afraid of them, and do not mind them being there, but I am nervous that they could hurt the foundation by making pits underneath those steps or around the foundation.
Can I Freeze Garden Fresh Potatoes?Can you freeze potatoes from the garden?
Treating Cats With Matted Hair and Dry Flaky Skin?My (2) 13 and 9 year old cats fur are have started getting mats and when I comb them out, it looks like they have dandruff too. What could be causing this? I only feed them a very good brand of dry cat food. Could something be lacking in their diet?
Advertising a Freelance Graphic Design Business?Where are some good free business directories to advertise my freelance graphic design business?
Working With a Skittish Dog?I have this dog and have had her for years. She's very very skittish of everything. I'm going out of my mind with her. We moved to a new apartment in February (it's July) and she's great in the apartment, but once she goes outside she's terrified of any kind of noise.
Finding A Reputable Miniature Cocker Spaniel Breeder?I am looking for a miniature American Cocker puppy, preferably buff color and male. I've had Cockers all of my life and haven't replaced the last one because my husband was deathly ill for 2 years.
Removing Plant Sap Stains from Clothing?I have 2 tops that have become stained with poppy sap. I have tried proprietary stain removers, but to no avail. Can anyone suggest a remedy please?
Mouse Urine Odor in Car's Heating and Cooling System?I was wondering how to get the smell of mouse urine out of my car's heating and cooling system?
Boiling Water Left White Residue in Stainless Steel Pan?I recently asked about dark blue stains on a frying pan and sauce pan. However, my initial request was about boiling water and accidentally letting it boil away in a saucepan. It leaves kind of a white residue which I'm not sure, but could be lime.
Discontinued Wallpaper: Waverly English Ivy Pattern #554092?I am looking for 4 double rolls of this, but I will happily settle for any amount.
Pursuing an Acting or Modeling Career?I live in Wisconsin, I want to be an actress/model, anything in that business. I don't have the money, I wouldn't be able to travel far. How can I make it big time? Thank you so much, I want this so badly. I am 15 years old.
Pet Store Flea Treatments Compared to Veterinary Products?Are the flea treatment solutions that are in the pet stores just as good as the ones the vet supplies? It is so expensive to get it at a vet. If so, which ones would you recommend? I'm looking for one that you can use on both fleas and ticks and that is not very expensive.
Keeping mosquitoes Out of the House?Will mosquitoes come through a window air unit?
Why Do My Fresh Herbs Taste Bitter?I have never planted herbs before, but went to the nursery and chose 4 for a patio pot. I have chives, lavender, parsley, and rosemary. I pinched them and tasted and they were terribly bitter! So I clipped the old foliage and the new that is growing back is bitter, also.
Paint Color Advice for a Bathroom With Beige Fixtures?What are the best colors to go with beige in the bathroom (ie., floor, sink, toilet, and tub are beige)?
Toddler Birthday Party Ideas?I'm brainstorming birthday party ideas for my daughter and son's upcoming birthday party. Their birthdays are 3 weeks apart and I'm trying to think of a fun and special theme for them! She will be 3 in September and he will be 2 in October.
Cucumber Recipes?I am looking for recipes for fixing cucumbers.
Using an Oxy Ball in Front Loading Washer?The results of use of Oxy Ball in older top loading washing machine were excellent. With new "high efficiency" front loading washer the Oxy Ball does not seem to work as well.Is this to be expected with HE machines?
Protecting Tomato Plants from Animals?We had a lot of tomatoes, but they got eaten by some animal. My question is if I plant tomatoes now will they still have fruit on them? How do I protect my plants from being eaten? How high of a fence should I have and what should I use?
Materials for Homemade Cat Tree
?On the materials list for cat trees it lists two boxes, 14 by 15 inches. What material is used for the boxes? Cardboard or wood?
Getting a Puppy With a Splint to Eat?How do I get a 5 week old puppy with a splint, to eat?
Woven Yarn Placemat Pattern?Does anyone have pattern to make a placemat on a wooden frame w/nails in it? Then you use yarn and make an "X" pattern. I would appreciate any help.
Reviews of Windstream Cable, Internet, and Phone Service Package?Does anyone have any input on "Windstream" cable, internet, and phone service? They advertise a lifetime package for $89.
Getting Rid of Bed Bugs Without Chemicals?Has anybody ever heard of Bed Bug Chasers? Has anybody had any success treating an entire house with heat to get rid of bed bugs? Rather than chemicals I would like to treat the whole house rather a room or two just to be safe.
Paint Color and Flooring for Bath With Vintage Green and Black Wall Tile?I am updating small bathroom with vintage green and black tile on the walls. Any idea for wall color and floor choice? Thank you.
Debbie Ann Doll and Party Dress Patterns?I have some patterns for the Debbie Ann doll clothes, but I am interested in getting the Debbie Ann doll pattern and the party dress. I am willing to share my clothes pattern for the doll pattern.
Treating Cats With Dry Flaky Skin?My (2) 13 and 9 year old cats fur are have started getting mats and when I comb them out, it looks like they have dandruff too. What could be causing this? I only feed them a very good brand of dry cat food. Could something be lacking in their diet?
Growing Grass in Heavy Clay Soils?I have heavy clay soil and the grass I have does not seem to like it too much. The fescue died off, but the Bermuda zoysia mix seems to hold up, but it is still taking a strain in the clay soil.
On-line Sites for Scrapbook Enhancements?Are there on line sites for scrapbook enhancements?
Reviews of newfaces.com Website?Is newfaces.com a trusted website? Will they make you pay a lot of money? Thank you.
Paint Color Advice to Coordinate With Dark Salmon Accent Wall Color?I recently got married and my husband and I have moved into a house and have been remodeling it. Now the next step is to tackle the living room, dining room, and our bedroom walls.
Kitten Peeing on Clothing?Why does my young kitten pee on my clothes instead of her litterbox? Also, how can I stop it?
Reviews of Netbooks?My birthday is coming up and I was thinking about what I want for my birthday. I was thinking maybe a netbook, but I don't know much about them. I was wondering, can you get internet on a netbook?
Frigidaire Front Load Washer Does Not Complete Spin Cycle?I have a Frigidaire front load washing machine that does not complete its spin cycle. I noticed that the machine stops with 5 minutes left to complete its spin cycle and rings like it has completed the wash. Please help.
Sugar Free Cappuccino Mix?The recipe for Cappuccino mix sounds great, but since I use no sugar in my brewed coffee, would I then decrease the amount in this recipe, or omit it altogether?
80th Birthday Gift Ideas?Do you have a suggestion for a really nice birthday gift for a man turning 80?
Removing Decals from a Car?Can someone tell me what to use to remove old decals from a car? The previous owner had too much of a good thing.
Removing Cooking Grease from Dishwasher?After cooking bacon, I put the cooking plate in the dishwasher. The plate was loaded with grease. When I ran the load, the grease from the bacon cooker got all over all of my dishes.
Planning a Candy Themed Birthday Party?I'm having a 4th birthday party for my daughter. When I ask her what type of party she wants she says a candy party. So I told her we can have candy at the party and she says, she wants the party to be all candy. Any ideas how I can incorporate candy throughout a party?
Looking for a High SPF Sunblock With Insect Repellent?I am looking for a high level sun block that also has a bug repellent in it. Does anyone know the name of one? Or, does anyone have a recipe for one?
Resident Dog Fighting With New Dog?I have a a 3 year old, 18 lbs, female pug named Zena. We recently got a fun loving Boxer who is almost 1 year old named Roxy. In the beginning when we first brought Roxy into our home, there were no problems. Then slowly the two dogs have been getting into more and more frequent fights.
Name Ideas for Real Estate Investment Business?Anybody have a catchy name for my new business involving real estate investing, rentals, and flipping?
Red Currant Plant Died Back When Moved Outdoors?My red current plant was doing well indoors. When I moved it out during the recent good weather the plant died out. What can I do to revive it?
Can I Freeze Peppers for Making Jelly Later?I have a lot of peppers that I want to make into jelly, but not right now. Can I freeze them and make jelly later? If so, what would be the best way to freeze the peppers?
Repairing a Warped Table?I just bought a wood table a couple months ago and the middle of the table where it opens is warping. What can I do to fix it? Thanks.
How Do I Keep Rabbits Out of the Garden?Can someone tell me how to keep rabbits out of my garden safely?
How Long Does It Take a Tomato Plant to Set Fruit?This is my first time planting tomato plants. I planted my seeds 2 months or so ago and now they are about 3 feet tall and have many flowers on them. When are they going to start producing fruit? Or are they even going to? Do I need to just start over?
Starting Honeysuckle from a Cutting?How do I start a major wheeler trumpet honeysuckle from a cutting, with a flower on it?
Growing Beets When Rabbits Eat the Leaves?Rabbits have eaten the majority of the leaves on my beets. I am wondering if I should pull them and dispose of them, or will they grow new leaves?
