How Do I End a One Way Friendship Tactfully?
This is how I ended a one way friendship, I found a card, that basically said it was time for this friendship to end. They do have them both on line & in stores. It was Polite, It was something that I had to do. I would of done it face to face but the other...
I Can't Afford School Clothes?
When my son was growing up I only had my paycheck for everything. I went to thrift shops, discount stores, second hand shops, No-one ever knew not even my son, I would come home wash & dry the clothing Press them and fold, just like from the store. Fooled him...
Using Your Leftover Vegetables
Years ago, this was called Refrigerator Soup. I just wanted to pass a story along about my mom. She worked in a little local diner. She had the habit of saving all the left over veggies that were on the menu for the day. On a cold NH winter day everyone was...
Share Your Customer Service Experiences
We purchased a small freezer from Sears,which was part of our local K-Mart store in NH . After their phone call informing me that the Freezer was in, I asked, What time can I pick the freezer up? The CS person stated at 8am. So, We went down to the store to...
10 Can Soup
Here is a quick cold weather warm up meal. add or subtract ingredients to your taste. Soup & salad, alone add corn bread, or a grilled cheese I have made this, I left out the potatoes, I added more veggie & have used left over beef, cut very small, or hamburger...
Painting Kitchen with Taupe Cabinets and Countertops?
First if you have a window I look for a window treatment that I like. Then pick a color from that. Sometime just a window treatment changes a whole room. Which then saves time & money in the long run. splashs of the color around the room makes a big different...
Retiring to a Small Town?
We live in a small town, With a board of Selectmen, A firechief with the bad case of the I wants. and the same with the Police Chief. Our Property tax bills are over $30.00 per $1000.00.( Very High) Small towns are not all that great. Dont come to Allenstown...
Hard Water Stains In Toilet?
I have very hard water which can & will turn things rust color. To remove the stain I found a product called. The Works found in the Dollar type store, They do have a web site that will tell what it is sold in your area. Just type in The Works
Substitution for Snow in Snow Muffin Recipe?
Ingredients: 1 cup flour 3 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 egg 1/2 cup packed snow 1/2 cup raisins (optional) 1/2 cup milk grated rind of orange or lemon Directions: Mix dry ingredients well. Combine egg, milk, and snow with dry ingredients...
Making Soup?
I love making soup, cut up small the following onions, celery, carrots, garlic, as much as you want, I cheat I use a hand chopper, salt & pepper to taste. I add water to cover over about 1-2 inches, cover pot, boil slowly until tender. I use left over meat...
Use Unused Kitchen Appliances for Storage
I use my Mirowave as a bread box, keeps my bread, donuts, etc fresh, I do the same thing in our travel trailer, They are off the counter, save from bugs It just take a second to remove them to use the microwave. Work for us
Keeping Cool During Hot Weather
Oh Yes, I did that too, while I was working. Now they sell at Craft shows what is called Coolbands I have had my three (3) for a few years now. I even place one on my dog in the very hot weather. It helps to keep us cool, I save Money( $ ). Some time I place...
Dog Bakery Business Name Ideas?
Plain & simple, Treat Me , with paw prints on both sides of the name. Have your sign in the shape of a Dog MilkBone, Bright colors. Just add little things for your pets from The Animal Rescue Site or craftmen in your area. Great gifts, Good cause, A helping...
Share Your "Buy One Get One Free" Purchases
I use to do this with my mom, I would buy two, get two free, give her one, still I saved & she did also. I had the family, she was living alone. She would divide in portion for herself, made it easy & everyone came out ahead. Even today, that is how I try to...
Saving for Holiday Groceries
I watch the sales, and stock up on the little things, freeze the veggie that I can when they are in season, make all my pies ahead So I really only have to shop for the meat part of the meal for me this is a way to save money In the end my meal is ready & still...
Earth Friendly Snake Repellent?
Well I was always told to pound the ground or floor with a stick the vibrations will make a snake move I not sure if this works or not. But I always hit the ground hard with my walking stick, and have not seen a snake in my path. Is there a nest (I think thats...
Donating To Fundraisers?
I personally had to learn to say NO, I am Sorry but I didnt really like doing it. I am on a fixed income and my budget only allows so much money to Donate. I pick the ones I believe in. I mail my money to the main headquarters, not from hand to hand to whoever...
File Your Computer Passwords
To keep my passwords safe I use a jounal and have used an address book. When we travel I take my book with me. So when I use a friend or family computer I have all my information with me. But instead of writting down the password on certain sites such as my...
"Clean Out The Fridge" Dinner
We have leftover night, You can pick what you want to finish up. The kids think that is so great. They can eat what they want, so they think. This works for me.
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I would use these in the car on the seats to protect the fabric itself. Make them thin and washable. each child could have his/hers own favorite color. Add some color to your car to match you taste or style. This is a great idea. Thank you
Homemade Oil Diffuser/Warmer
I just love this. It looks nice. Im thinking of making a few for Christmas gifts. Thank you for this great idea. I made one for our camper, after I saw your post. It gives a great glow, and keeps the camper smelling nice.
Frugal Thermal Curtains?
I have two patio doors facing northeast in NH , I found that if I used Plain light weight White Blankets, as liners to my drapes this works well for me. I found four older Blankets at a Thrift store, already soft One side had a print the back side of the blanket...
