What Does the Groom's Family Pay For?
So much good advice. Thank you all. I still am at such a loss. His dad is paying for the dinner. I dont really have the money. I think her family will pay for the venue as they are members of the yacht club they want to hold it at. They want to invite every...
What Does the Groom's Family Pay For?
Thanks for all the advice. Havent been here lately but you all have good comments. I have reached the point the brides father has. Go to Vegas and we will give you money. So much money spent for 1 day and then you move on~!
Social Security Benefits Binder
Thanks for this great idea. My husband was just awarded SSI Disability and am trying to figure out how to take care of it all. What a great idea!
Contributing to Your Child's Wedding?
Thank you all for your wonderful advice. I am feeling better about it. I have started picking up some baby items and told my daughter in law and she was very excited about that. I guess I will just keep doing what I have been doing and let the fact that I cant...
Caring for Bettas
I love my Betta! Z is so sociable which I never expected. I am terrible about taking care of him but he doesnt mind when his water gets low and scummy. But he is so happy when he gets new water. My cat sits on the floor and looks up at him and it is like they...
Crochet Kitchen Towel
I have a pattern from my grandmother that I treasure but I printed this out to compare. Thank you for posting this.
Make Car Repairs to Save Car Payments
My 20 year old Tempo which I have had to put quite a bit of money into over the years is a war horse. Ironically my newer car is in the shop and the Tempo keeps going. This isnt the first time. What I pay in repairs is so much less that car payments.
Handmade Gift Ideas?
This past Christmas I did a very special thing for both of my parents. It took some thinking back. I made a years worth of memories from when I was little. Each week they pick out a card and have a memory that was precious to me. My dad has never had the best...
Do You Need To Tip When Getting Take Out?
I work at a locally owned Pizza Shop. I never really thought about tipping the inside staff before working there. Our drivers get good tips. We are lucky to split a couple of dollars. You wouldnt have the food without us and we do work very hard to give you...
Use Shaving Cream for a Shiny Stainless Sink
Would this work for stainless steel appliances? I have a convection oven that I cant seem to get back to it original look! Karen from Ohio
Princess Daisie (Tabby Cat)
Princess Daisy is precious. I too own a rescue cat who has come to rescue us just by feeling our moods and taking care of us. Dont worry, he still has many demands of his own. Ove the years Joe has gone from an on my own terms cat to this great big fat loveable...
Creative Free Advertising Ideas?
Put your business card everywhere you can think of. Go to vistaprint.com. You can get free or next to free business cards there. Good Luck!
Repairing Scratched DVDs
Toothepaste works really well. Rub it in a circular motion and rinse with warm water and dry with a soft towel. It doesnt always work but has gotten me thru a lot of movie rentals.
Removing Stains from Socks?
I have a similar problem as well as greasy stained work t-shirts. I was watching The View one day and Whoopi was talking about always wearing white socks at home and she found that Spray & Wash Dual Power kept her socks white. I tried it and have been amazed...
A Jar Filled with Memory Cards
My father who is very much in his right mind is losing him memory. I think this may be the perfect gift for him. It would be wonderful to remind him of all the things he did over the years that mean so much to me.
A Jar Filled with Memory Cards
My father who is very much in his right mind is losing him memory. I think this may be the perfect gift for him. It would be wonderful to remind him of all the things he did over the years that mean so much to me.
Preventing Cheese From Leaking Out of Calzones?
I manage a Pizza Shop. I have tried a few ways with calzones. The best is to almost double fold the edges, take both the top and the bottom part of the dough and roll it together and crimp it like you would a pie crust. Also it is very important to cut a few...
Mystery Itchy Bump On Face?
Where I live we have many spiders most so small that you dont even see them. I find small itchy spots on my face frequently as does my husband. It makes me crazy because you rarely see them but they can find you. hairy joe from Port Clinton OH
My Daughter's Well Deserved Graduation
You should be very proud. I have a very similar situation. My son is graduating after struggling with dyslexia all thru the years. He has wonderful grades, has been class vice president all thru high shcool, holds down 2 or 3 jobs while in school and has been...
IMPORTANT: Peter Pan Peanut Butter Recall
This is really important. DO NOT EAT THIS PEANUT BUTTER! My family thoght we were fighting a virus or something. After seeing this warning my husband called the poison control center and we figured out by the symptoms that we were sick from Peter Pan. It has...
Recipes for Lent?
Growing up Catholic, my favorite meal after being so tired of fish sticks, macaroni and cheese, etc. was when my mom would fry up some potatoes and then add scambled eggs mix of eggs milk and seasonings. Sometimes we had a simple salad with it. Sometimes toast...
Dealing With Panic Attacks?
I too have been fighting with panic attacks for at least 10 years. Life isnt always what you expect and add work stress, financial stress and just trying to get by is very rough. I sought medical attention. I have been on Xanax for 10 years. It unfortunately...
The Reason For The Season
Christmas is about Jesus but also family. I lost my 45 year old brother in October so it is rough on my family especially since everyone is now away from my parents area. Just feel blessed for what you do have and all the family and friends that mean so much...
Dealing With an Unexpected Job Loss?
Good Luck and God Bless! I have been in this situation for nearly 3 years and it has nearly ruined our family. I work part time and my husband has been out of work for almost 3 years. Check into every service that your county Family Services has to offer. They...
Wet Wipes for a Cookout Cool Down
A Great Idea! I work in a pizza shop with no AC and we would like to die. A cool wipe would be much better than an old towel thrown in a cooler.
Wet Wipes for a Cookout Cool Down
PS Used to live in Peru IN actually Grissom AFB but used to come to Logansport to go to Walmart. You brought me a memory! Thanks
Easy German Recipes?
I have a bunch of German recipes from living there but I also have this site which is very interesting. http://www.kitchenproject.com/german/german_food_recipes.htm Hope this helps and I wil try to find some of my recipes I aquired living there and post them...
Pancreatic Cancer Advice?
Thanks to everyone for you prayers and advice. Although they have found no new treatment, my brother was able to take a quick vacation like they always took while celebrating his 45th bithday. I do have hope!
Cincinnati Chili Recipe
The way I have had Cincinnati chili is to just make your regular chili and put it over spaghetti and cover with cheddar cheese and onion if you prefer. It is delicious that way.
Low Price Medications for Those Who Qualify
I agree with Connie. needymeds.com has been a salvation for my husband and I. He has been out of work for over 2 years and has a very bad colon problem which has him on a very expensive medicine. They pay for it all and save us thousands upon thousands of dollars...
Making a Footbag or Hacky Sack?
Glad I came to this one! My youngest cat plays fetch with only a hacky-sack. I have been wondering if I could make more if he wears this one out. I love this site and all the great ideas you come across!
Picture Pillow
THis is beautiful. How did you print that on cloth with your printer. My son and his girlfriend are so hard to buy for. They would love this
School Fundraiser Ideas for Students?
Thanks for the input. I dont know that a class fundraiser could afford such a thing but you gave me an idea. My son works at 2 very good restaurants in town. I am an assistant manager at one. Maybe they could do a phone fundraiser. Call on a certain night or...
Cleaning a Diamond Ring?
Tooth brush and toothpaste, not gel, has always worked better than any expensive alternatives and you dont have to take off the ring. I would say to take it off once in awhile to clean real well under.
Baby (Tuxedo Cat)
What a beautiful kitty! Cheers to you for going to the Humane Society. I have a Joe from the Humane Society and a Hairy that found us in our back yard. They are the best!
Paula's Kitchen?
I rent in an over 100 year old house so the cupboards are definitely old. I went dark on the outer edges and light in the center to keep the room feeling more open being as it is small.
Food Grease on Work Shirts?
Thanks for all the great ideas! I also wear red shirts at a pizza house and they get so stained and smell. Hopefully some of these tips will help me out!
Hairspray on Bathroom Walls?
Having cleaned the beauty shop that my mom used to manage, I learned very quickly that using shampoo diluted in warm water does the best. It is also the best way to clean combs and brushes with hairspray build up.
80's Themed Party Ideas?
Having just turned 40 and not being able to have a party I thought of some things that would be neat. MTV came out when MTV was videos. Play some hair band videos, Wham, old Madonna. People will eat that up. Ask around. You would be surprised at the people...
Easter Ideas For Teens?
Walmart Gift cards are the best! Our Walmart allows you to use them at their gas station and get 2 to 3 cents off the regular gas price. What driving teen wouldnt appreciate gas money that goes farther!
