What Breed is My Dog?
I would guess she might have some Min Pin in her. Take a look through these Min Pins for adoption. Some of them have a close resemblance to yours. http://www.minpinrescue.org/dogs1.html
Tips for Estate Planning
I have one more thing to add to this list. I have three siblings. My father passed away when we were younger. When my mother was getting older, she and one of my brothers walked through the house and made a list of everything of value, plus anything of sentimental...
Mulching With Pine Needles?
I would compost it for a couple of years, turning it with a spade every month or so, so that the top layer gets a chance to heat and break it all down into mulch (resulting in rich dark soil). I would also add lime because pine needles will be very acidic. Gardens...
Carry Stun Gun On Dog Walks
So sorry to hear about your little dog. How horrible it must have been to lose him/her and no wonder you had PTSD. It would happen to most people under those circumstances. I dont blame you for carrying a stun gun now. Glad you found a solution! We have wolves...
Make Your Own Shopping Bags
Up here in Canada, a lot of stores (grocery stores, Walmart and Zellers included) charge 5 cents for plastic bags now. I think that is great! Too many stores use plastic and it just keeps adding plastic to our landfill sites. Those stores that charge .5 for...
Cleaning Hard To Reach Bathroom Corners
I found that an easy solution to cleaning corners or tight spots is to purchase a cheap set of artist paintbrushes from the craft area at Walmart, etc. Use the big brushes for larger dirty areas, small brushes for tiny areas. Just wet the bristles with water...
Easing Leg Cramps
I was having leg cramps until someone told me to take Magnesium (25mg 1x daily). I never have cramps any more since I started taking it.
Making Fly Paper
Id be terribly afraid that a dog or cat or any wild animal would lick the antifreeze from the container (even if it is hung high, it can still fall if a raccoon decides to climb to it)
Removing Stains From Toilet Bowl
I cant imagine having to haul my shopvac out to suck up water out of my toilet bowl.(fiddling around withremoving the dust filter, etc) Once a week I just pour one cup of bleach into the toilet water, let it sit for half an hour and use a toilet brush to scrub...
Kiddie Pool As Cooler
I think this is a great idea too. Just beware if someone brings a big male dog to the party (or if theres one that wanders your neighborhood). They love to lift their legs on things like that. One time I saw a large dog lift his leg right into a friends open...
Cook Spinach With Coconut Oil
I dont know anything about the coconut oil, but Ill tell you how I cook my spinach. Wash it and nip off any of the larger stems, then put it into a pot to heat. No need to add water, there is enough water on the leaves from washing them. After it has cooked...
Cook Spinach With Coconut Oil
Ok, I looked it up about coconut oil. Ref: http://nutiva.com/products/coconut-oil-organic-benefits-nutiva/ The Health Benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil Since the 1960s, coconut oil has been unfairly labeled as unhealthy. The media reported studies of how tropical...
Master Grocery List
I also have a master list, but I made it on my PC using Office word. I saved it on my desktop labeled Grocery List I put everything I would normally buy into columns using the Column button and have everything listed in order EG: Produce,(apples, oranges, bananas...
How Do I Get the Streaks Out of My Hardwood Floor?
I have a shark steam cleaner that I use on my ceramic tile floors, but never on my hardwood floors. I strongly advise you not to use a shark steam cleaner on hardwood floors. I believe there is even a warning on the instructions not to use it on hardwood because...
Raised Beds Using Cardboard Boxes
I hope the boxes work for you also, but think that once they are wet with rain and heavy soil and once the vegetable roots expand in the box, it wont hold up. It would be sad to see your vegetables, soil and hard work slowly colapsing to expose the roots and...
Get One Last Load From Laundry Soap
I agree! For the last few drops of laundry soap, using pliers is a waste of time. Just add some water, shake and pour.
Mattress Know-How
Years ago, I had a horse-back riding mishap, and as a result I have osteoarthritis in my back. For years, I woke up almost every morning and through the night with back pain. When we needed a new mattress, we bought a memory foam mattress: Tempurpedic Cloud...
Reviews of Microwave Pasta Cooker?
Really, how long does it take to boil a pot of water on the stove? Try this energy saving tip that works with most kinds of pasta. Boil your water in a saucepan (salted, and 1 tbsp oil), add your pasta, stir, return to a boil, stir, put lid on, remove from...
Acai Berry Diet Supplements?
Thank you to all of you who answered this. I wont waste my money. I get lots of anioxidants in my fruits.
How Can I Treat a Microfiber Sofa for Bedbugs?
Heres my story (sorry, its long), but I think this might help you with your couch if the material can stand up to having Borax sprinkled on it. Also, if you have bedbugs anywhere else in the house, you will have to try this in every room they might be... I...
Recommendations for Mattresses?
We got a Tempur-Pedic mattress three years ago and love, love, love it! It is as good last night as the first night we tried it. I have a bad back and have never woken up sore since the day we got it. I cant say enough good about it. Expensive yes, but well...
Curves Women's Gym?
I went to curves for 8 months, and worked out 2-3 times per week. I didnt just walk on the mats, I worked my *ss off. I did high kicks, deep bends, moved my arms etc. During my time on the machines, I pulled and pushed as hard as I could to work out. I worked...
What Cleaning Products Do You Use?
OOps, one more thing. Clorox spray also works wonders in your stainless steel sinks. Spray it on, wait two minutes, wipe with your scrubby sponge, and flush it down. Then I use Windex on the faucets to shine them up, using a paper towel.
My $150.00 Wedding
I see it only as good, that you and your hubbys ex are friends. Congrats on your wedding plans and good luck in your life together.
Dental Fresh for Dogs Reviews?
I have owned 3 big dogs, (2 labs and a setter) and never had a problem, I now have a part toy poodle and a toy poodle, and their breath gets so gross, it smells like old garbage. If your dog wont allow you to clean the dirt from their teeth, (mine freak out...
Buying a Bed?
Tempurpedic is the only way to go! like sleeping on clouds. Since its supposed to last for years and years, I dont know if well ever need another matress but if we do, well be getting another Tempurpedic. I have a bad back, and I sleep like a lamb on it. No...
Refrigerator and Freezer Advice?
Hi, I am going to purchase a fridge with the freezer on the bottom. There are two options and Id like to know what is preferred. Do you like the freezer on bottom that opens as a drawer, or the other option where it opens like a fridge door. Just want some...
Pasta Express Reviews?
Hi, I dont have one, and wouldnt buy one. Ill tell you how to cook pasta using the same method. Just boil your water, put your pasta into the water, stirr it until its boiling again, cover with a lid, and remove the pot from the heat. Time the pasta for 16...
Gloves for Cold Weather Reviews?
Go to a motorcycle shop and buy good leather gloves with an insulated liner in them. They arent cheap, but they will help keep your hands warmer than regular leather gloves. If you arent worried about dextarity, go to a snowmachine dealer and get the best leather...
How do I clean lime from my bathtub?
Ive cleaned some rental appartments for a friend of mine. One time, a bathtub I had to clean was totally!!! disgusting. It was either clean it, or get a new one, so I took very fine steel wool (000) and comet or old dutch cleanser. It worked, and no scratches...
Cleaning a Computer Keyboard
RE: CANNED AIR....I wouldnt buy this if my life depended on it! IF YOU HAVE TEENS IN THE HOUSE... it has been known to kill! They get high by inhaling it. A cop in Ohio? had a can for his computer, and his wife found their son dead, with the straw still hanging...
Bottle Brush Makes Dishes Easier
Even better, buy a new toilet brush. They are stiffer and work great.
Eagle Quilt
Hi, I tried to look at more photos under webshots.com, but it freezes up on me. Is there something wrong with webshots.com? Is the site down? I just LOVE your quilt..want to see a close up.
Rotisserie Reviews?
I have a set it and forget it Love the way it cooks, can do two chickens at a time, but the cleanup is a nightmare. Sharp prongs can impale you, and unless you have a lot of strength and stamina, youll never get the grease stains off the removable parts or...
Mattress Reviews and Advice?
The BEST BED Ive ever had or slept on is a TEMPERPEDIC FOAM BED!!!! ITs wonderful!!!!! :) Im spoiled now but, worth the money ME TOO!!! LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT. Will never buy another kind again. Like sinking into a fluffy cloud. Well worth the money.
Frugal Camping Tips
For making toast over a gas or coleman stove.... Cut both ends off a coffee can, cover one end with foil, place a small grill from a toaster oven over top, slice some holes/strips in the tin foil and put your toast on top (one or two at a time) Turn your stove...
Removing a Wine Cork Without a Corkscrew?
If you know youre going to drink the whole bottle, or if youre desparate enough not to care, take a LARGE headed nail, turn it head side down, place it on the cork, and lightly tap the pointed end with a hammer until the entire cork is down inside. enjoy!
Removing a Label?
Goo Gone is the best stuff to have at hand for removing sticky residue off of windows, doors, sticky price labels, or for cleaning gooey, oily dirt off of just about any hard surface. You just pour a few drops onto a soft cloth and rub lightly. You can buy...
Making Perfect Rice
Try Basmatti rice! Just follow the cooking directions on the box or bag. It has a wonderful natural flavor compared to plain rice. I just add a bit of margarine or butter to it after. More expensive, but worth it. My family raves about it.
