Foaming Soap Dispenser
I, too, reuse foaming soap containers. I use 1 part castille soap to 6 parts of water. A little less water works well too. I was originally told to use dish soap but trust plain or scented castille soap(Dr. Bronners) more. I hav stayed away from adding any...
Saving Money on Coffee
Socially responsible coffee is that which is grown by people who are paid a decent wage. It is usually called,Fair Trade. I get my coffee from a coop that is in Mexico and they not only grow the coffee but roast and package it there.
Use Address Labels to Label Leftovers
Thanks! that is a great idea. I too label leftovers and have too many address labels..
LocalNet ISP Experiences?
I used to be on localnet and it worked fine. I was also on Netcom(?) and Datnet dialup both of which turned out fine. They work....slowly. I used to listen to the DemocracyNow! stream on it. Its probably going to turn out fine. If you dont like it theres all...
Freezing Dates?
Dates are dried fruits. They will keep a long time unfrozen but they might be subject to some sort of infestation. So freezing could be a good idea. Pitting them first might be a good idea but not necessary. Actually, any fruit can be frozen, as is. I would...
Eating Green: How to Reduce the Amount of Meat You Eat
Thanks for encouraging people to cut down on meat. Eskimos eat meat because they cant grow vegetables and hunting is their way of life. We live in a world where we can be omnivores. Lets try to eat locally produced food to encourage a sustainable economy for...
Chili is Too Spicy?
You could get a bunch of hot dogs and serve it as the chili for chili dogs! Or serve it with lots of cheese and sour cream as the essential part of a burrito-often called tacos. You just put some chili down the center of a flour tortilla then sprinkle cheese...
Have Toilet Necessities Accessible for Guests
I love orange spray for on the spot deodorizing. Mine is called Citrus Mist. It just neutralizes the odor with a temporary orangeness. I dont think the tangerine works as well.
Use an Indoor Clothes Line
Im surprised that the TVA has raised rates. Maybe they need the money to work on cleaning up all that coal slurry that leaked and try to prevent future leaks. Have you asked? I love your suggestion about using the closet door to expand hanging space. I dry...
Save Money, Buy Men's Deodorant
This issue of using stuff made for men by a woman. Or, for that matter, men using stuff made for women. Is just commercial hype and we know it. And a way to get away with making inferior stuff for women. My discovery is that mens underpants-especially the bikini...
Freshen House While You Vacuum
I tried it and it only works for one time. the next time you have to put in a new cotton ball...ok w/bagless...but quite wasteful with bags.
Using Home Grown Herbs?
Tracey, Using Miracle Grow is very effective in making plants grow. I would suggest that you use a natural fertilizer so that your herbs will have the nutritional value they are supposed to have. Miracle Grow only contains (N) Nitrogen, (P)Potassium and (K...
Cleaning a Computer Monitor?
I notice that one reply said they use Windex and another said they use ammonia mixed with alcohol to clean their computers. I heard that Ammonia is in Windex and that it is no good for mirror cleaning because the ammonia fumes take the silver off the back of...
Putting Together an Auto Emergency Kit?
For Cold weather emergencies always keep a warm blanket and a candle or two with matches in a waterproof container. If you have to stop in cold weather to rest or if you get stuck in an icy rut youll be able to turn off the motor-so you wont use up all your...
