My Orphaned Garden Friend
Please consider bringing this bunny into your house, apparently your neighborhood is not safe for him. I rescued Mr. Bunny Boy from my back yard and he brought me so much joy. Of course my heart broke when he passed but, as with all of my animals, his love...
16th Birthday Party Ideas?
Why not have a birthday party at your local McDonalds or Burger King? They will do it for any age, youll get party goodies, an attendant will wait on you, and it doesnt cost much. You can check online for party games. I think your friends will have a ball!
Stretching My Meager Dollars
Being economical is not being cheap, it is being wasteful that clutters this earth, its only common sense. Of course use store bags for everything (collecting recyclables, sorting garbage, house wastebaskets), keep empty bottles/jars to store things, darn your...
Getting Rid of a Mouse Without Poison?
I saw commercials for something like Riddex (check it online), you plug it in and the waves or whatever keep mice away, its the only thing that has ever worked.
Caring For an Aging Parent
So refreshing to read this. People would comment how nice it was for me to add on an apartment for my mother and I would think, what else would I ever do? Had anything happened to me as a child and I needed extra care my parents would never have abandoned me...
What to Do About a Tooth Sensitive to Hot and Cold?
Andrew, if you for some reason cant yet get to a dentist or maybe you havent been helped by one, try using Orajel Extra Strength tooth gel. Ive used it and after a bit of regular use my sensitivity disappeared. Good luck.
Decorating with a Paris Theme
Jonlaike, your room sounds fantastic, Im envious, Paris is my very favorite city. If you want to add to it you can look for metal/wrought iron things, like a flower-cart or tea cart server or plant table or wall hanging, and china-like things (think Limoges...
Identifying Navy and Black Pants
When I cut off the price tags, I use a fine-tip permanent marker to write the exact color on the brand/wash label inside the waistband; this is especially helpful if that brand sells pieces to go with the pants (blouse, blazer).
Travel with Medications in Original Containers
No, no, no. I did that going to Japan and my luggage was held up for two days, the capsules had been opened, I suffered two days of withdrawal and then had to p/up those little pebbles and try to refill capsules. I figured the damage was done so didnt worry...
Thrifty Food Tips For 1-2 People
Re Ciscos mom: chop your onions and peppers and freeze them that way, they wont mush, for some reason slices do.
Paint Butcher Paper for Walls
Can you post a picture of the papered wall? Im having trouble visualizing it. Thanks.
Pringles Can Hair Accessories Organizer
Cover the can (or any of that type can) with patterned contact paper (stronger than wrapping paper) and use it for storage of anything; Pringles w/hold a box of spaghetti, small cans hold Qtips, use for craft supplies, some cans are exact size of spools of...
Tending Your Garden
Heres the best advice on how to tend your garden: First, you come to the garden alone,while the dew is still on the roses... For the garden of your daily living, Plant three rows of peas: 1. Peace of mind 2. Peace of heart 3. Peace of soul Plant four rows of...
Applying Eye Shadow as Smudge Proof Eyeliner
Tip: you can buy package of 400 or more Q-Tips at a Dollar store. They are perfect for all make-up because the tips are not as puffy. Also buy applicators there.
Make a "What To Do" List for Idle Moments
All good ideas, but what about when you are out of the house? I carry crossword puzzles and cryptograms in my purse and use them when Im waiting on a line, at the doctors office, etc. So much better than just sitting there getting frustrated.
Sew Two Twin Blankets To Make A Big King Sized One
I do similar with towels that have holes or frayed edges; cut them down, hem the raw edge, and youve got hand towels from bath towels and fingertip towels from hand towels - and if its just one of two of your set, theyll all match. (And if you have old linens...
Saving Up for Special Memberships
Except ... Am I the only person who would not have bought the item on sale or for which I had a coupon if it were not on sale or I did not have a coupon? So I surely would not take the discount that enabled me to purchase the item from my pocket as if it were...
