Abusive Husband?
Get out out of there! Go to a homeless shelter if you have to but get out for your own safety and your daughters. Most men that abuse their wives eventually start to abuse the children, its a proven fact. Whatever your reasons for staying can not be as big...
Helping a 6 Month Old Sleep Through the Night?
Hes to young to be weaned and I agree with Lilac, let him be a baby!
Get Second Job for Benefits
I have a friend who volunteers as an usher at a theatre so she can see all the shows. She says she could never afford to pay to see all the plays and shows she wants to see. She loves it. My husband and I use to be docents at a local historical place just to...
What Will Guinea Fowl Eat?
I dont think the eat snakes but they would probably scare them away because of the noise they make. Muscovi ducks will kill snakes. I dont know what grassburrs are.
Treating a Baby's Dry Skin?
When my daughter was a baby, she is now 26, she had atopic dermatitis. Her dermatologist recommended Arm and Hammer laundry detergent. Also dont put soap on the babys skin at all. You can bath only dirty areas in Moisturel body wash and use Vaseline if necessary...
Removing Hair Dye Stains From Bathtub?
I had the same problem. After trying several different things, I bought some Lysol 4 in 1 spray cleaner. It worked!
Getting Help With the Dishes?
I agree with Ann. You have got to get tough. Tell them what you expect and if that doesnt work, have them eat sandwiches off napkins. Better yet, dont fix them anything until they agree and help out. It takes all the family to keep a household running. You...
Aberdene Angus Cattle (Bodmin Moor, UK)
Awesome! It took some research but Remel is correct, they are not angus but highland cattle. They are beautiful animals! I would love to see some for real some day, Ive only seen the pictures. Thanks for sharing these pics with us!
Keeping Snakes Away from a House?
Get some muskovi ducks! If you are where you can have them and like ducks.
Preventing and Eliminating Kidney Stones?
There are a lot of good advice on here. My daughter has kidney stones too. They started when she was 16. Her doctor recommended the lemon water. He also recommmended no dark sodas unless you drink the equal amount of water after. Another friend said that his...
Quillie (Hedgehog)
Hes so cute! I have a female that looks like him. Her name is Heather. She is about that old too. Thanks for sharing. They are very unique animals, arent they?
Preventing Customers from Changing Prices at a Garage Sale?
Have a 50 cent box, a $1.00 box or rack, etc. Put up a sign that says, Everything on this table is $1.00. People dont like to ask the price at yard sales and some people do like to bargain with you. You could put plastic shopping bags in an area of certain...
Wedding Game for Bride and Attendants?
For practical things: a cookbook, a photo album, a scrap book and/or things to use for scrap booking, thank you notes, measuring spoon, measuring cups, wooden spoons, a hot mitt, etc. For more in a joking manner: a bottle of aspirin (for a headache),a bottle...
Ways to Make Christmas Less Lonely and More Fun?
There are lots of good suggestions posted! Id like to add that there a lot of good movies coming out on Christmas Day! I hope you have a blessed Christmas!
Building Trust in Abused Cat?
You certainly are a good person and doing all you can. As the others posted, I agree with giving him time. Also, treats speak volumes to most all critters. Good luck and God bless you!
Unique Crafts Using Tea Cups and Saucers?
I made ornaments out of some using pics from Walmart and tied a ribbon on the handle. I gave them as gifts. They were very pretty!
Treating a Dog with Yeast Infection?
Stop using the A&D ointment. Instead use zinc oxide ointment. You can buy it at Walmart over the counter. You may have to ask for it. Also give her yogurt as some of the others suggested. Also, pour vinegar water over her affected area a few times a day. If...
I Saw a White Deer?
I have seen one here in TN. Others have been seen here too. They truly are beautiful!
Making a Courthouse Wedding Special?
If the weather is pretty you could go outside. Most courtyards have flowers and trees. Most justice of the peace are willing to do that for you. Friends and flowers will make it nice.
Thrifty Fleece for Ferret Furnishings
Thats a great idea! I use oven mitts for my sugar gliders and my hedgehog. I get them at thrift stores for even a bigger savings. Dollar stores are a good place to get them too! I think Ill try the hat idea for my hedgehog, its impossible to get her out of...
Wedding Cocktail Reception on a Tight Budget?
Your biggest expense is going to be the alcohol. There was a good suggestion by mymagicworld. Try to get the best bargain you can on the booze and you should be OK on the rest. There were a lot of good suggestions from everyone. Also check Oriental Trading...
Sleeping Problems Caused By Menopause?
To be sure you would need to see your doctor. Then you can discuss options with him/her. In the meantime however, Celestial Seasonings makes Tension Tamers tea and Sleepytime tea that work well. There are also some over the counter stuff like Estroven that...
Cucumber, Tomato and Onion Salad?
What you may be looking for is sliced cucumber and tomato cut up and chopped onion, add a little canola or olive oil, salt, parsley flakes or fresh chopped, crumbled feta cheese. yummmm!
Use T-Gel For Itching Ears
Thanks for the tip. My daughter has a problem with that too. She also gets infections from it. Ill give that a try.
Fun and Frugal Popcorn Seasonings
Another yummy treat is lemon pepper seasoning salt,mm! Also, Italian seasoning is good! I intend to try the cajun seasoning, sounds scrumptious! I got the idea for hot sauce on popcorn a few years ago from of all places, a GI docs office that I work for a while...
Garden: Portugal Roses
What kind of rose is that. I have seen one once before and have not been able to find one anywhere.
Dog Flea Drops Accidentally Put on Cat?
I agree with the others you should call a vet. If you cant then see if there is an 800 number on the box to call. I hope she is OK by the time this posts!
Consequences For Lying and Back Talking?
Their mother needs to get control of these kids. This is her problem and responsibility. If this doesnt work you should stop watching them. Sorry so blunt. I dont know all your circumstances and how serious your relationship is with the mother of the children...
Having Chickens as Pets?
No dear, you are not alone. I have quite a selection of birds. They all have names and are loved! I tend to take in handicapped too! I call them special. I also have other farm animals and domestic. We love them all! Ive been called Elly May and Mother Goose...
Parade Float Ideas for Veterinary Clinic?
There are so many ideas you could go with! A building with a sign on it with animals in line to get in. Animals with bandages on different body parts. You could get together with the humane society and maybe promote adoption and/or spay/neutering programs. I...
Dog Always Has Body Odor?
See if you can get a groomer to express his scent glands. If that doesnt work, have you tried brushing his teeth? Good luck!
Picking a Baby's Name?
I like the name Jackson. How about Jackson Chase? There is never a shortage of recommendations for baby names. Good luck with your sweet one!
Daughter Cries All the Time?
Sounds like you have been given lots of good advice. However, if nothing seems to work after a while, take her to a doctor and discuss childhood depression. I hope all goes well with her.
Icing for Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes?
I bake the cupcakes in ice cream cones and then whip the ready to spread icing with a little cooking oil. This makes it more fluffy and then ice them. Good luck!
Making a Sugar Glider Bag?
If you are talking about to put in the cage for them to sleep in, I use a pot holder, the kind that you slip your hand in. I tie it with a wire to the top of the cage and when I take them out of the cage I just take the bag and all. I replace it with a clean...
Terra Cotta Floor with Dark Green Countertop?
I love the colors you described! I feel that the colors in your home are as important as your clothes! A blacksplash in brick would look good too!
Having a Large Wedding on a Budget?
I agree with going to the thrift store. Yard sales is another place to look. Do you want the centerpieces to all match? It wouldnt hurt to have them different. I saw some centerpieces once that was just a glass bowl that looked like a fish bowl, the kind people...
Can I Afford a Wedding?
You are not too far from where I live and actually my husband use to live there. There is a beautiful park near there, the Davy Crockett National Park, I think is the name. It would be beautiful if you want to do outdoors. I dont think you mentioned when your...
Uses for Chipped China Platters?
There are some really good ideas indeed posted here! I have what my husband calls a plate graveyard. When I get a broken plate or cup I throw in a flower bed and bust it up. It looks pretty with all the different designs.
Homemade Popcorn Toppings?
These suggestions are making my mouth water! I like italian seasoning on mine! Love M&Ms too, with buttered popcorn! Yummmmm
Frequent the Library
Thats one of our favorite entertainments! Everyone should check out their local library. Great for bad weather days when you cant do much outside and when money is tight or just for fun!
