What Do You Think of Facebook?
I have had a Facebook account for several months and just love it. I have reconnected with many 40 years ago classmates. New baby arrival pictures were posted within hours of her birth - Wow! I also like to play some of their games that are all free all the...
Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas for Nurses?
Scented candles, since a nurse spends much of her day with many not so pleasant odors. Gather 1, 3 or 5 (never even numbers) candles on a small mirrored plate. Wrap in clear cellophane and put curling ribbon around top. This can be from $2 to $6 per gift depending...
Couch Seems Too Big for Room?
When I read your dilemma, I thought you were living in my raised rancher! Sorry I dont have pictures. First, adjust your mindset to: This a challenge/chance to reinvent you living areas instead of OMG there is a monster in our midst. Tame that monster - laugh...
Cat Pee Odor on a Bed?
Our cat peed on our brand new mattress. I moistened the area with a small amount of water and spread baking soda - almost to a paste consistency - on the mattress. I let that dry and then vacuumed it up. Although I could not smell any oder, I still worried...
Cat Urine Odor on Clothing?
Soak in Dawn and baking soda solution in washer: Put in 1/4 cup dawn & 2 cups baking soda in washer while filling with water. add clothes, soak and run regular cycle. Rinse & rewash with 1 cup baking soda in laundry detergent. Again, fill washer with water...
Roast And Slice Your Own Lunch Meats
There are a large amount of preservatives and salt in deli lunch meats. So an additional benefit is eating healthier.
Reusable Grocery Bags vs. Trashcan Liners?
Reusing the grocery bags is penny wise, as you dont have to spend so much on can liners. When shopping, I always request that the larger items not be placed in bags. It just seems redundant to put a bag of potatoes, cat food, detergent, etc. in a bag. Warehouse...
What Breed is My Dog?
He is so cute! He has rottie coloring, but his paws dont look big enough for rottie. His personality is most important. Congrats on your new best friend.
Performance Ideas for an 80th Birthday?
Try doing a This is your life. Invite any old friends & have them relate a favorite funny or sentimental story. Ask family to do the same. Go through the stages of life. Present momentos of each stage too.
Computer Tips for Seniors
After having my computer crash and losing all my programed passwords, I too maintain a list of all passwords and important info. I use a steno pad I got at a yard sale for a dime! I like the address book (dollar stores carry them) idea, since I have to scan...
Family Reunion Games and Entertainment?
Most of these are old games from many community picnics and family reunions. Count out any type of item or mix of items and put them into a jar. Let each person put there name on a slip of paper with their guess of how many items there are. We have used keys...
Shop Other Thrift Stores Before Goodwill
I used to donate to Goodwill on a regular basis - every time I cleaned out my closet or house. Last time, as I was pulling away from the behind the store drop off, I observed one of the employees throwing my NEW pair of womans boots into the dumpster. I now...
