Adjusting to a New Life
So sorry for the loss of your husband. My mother in law was recently widowed, I know it is a big change for her, too.
Using a LP Refrigerator While Driving?
Yes, you can. Our fridge we keep on Automatic. When we are plugged into electricity it will use it, but when we unplug, it goes to gas. We travel with our camper all over, and keeping food cold is a must!
Using Hedge Apples for Pest Control?
You use them whole, but think long and hard before you do this! I did this as I dont like spiders and thought this method would be great as it doesnt involve chemicals. Well, what ended up happening was a ton of gnats came to visit, drawn to the hedge apples...
Cleaning the Outside of a Camper/RV?
Believe it or not, Mister Bubble bubblebath that you can get at the Dollar Store. Pour a couple capfuls in a bucket of warm water. Wash camper with this solution, rinse well. A fellow at a campground was washing his and it was so shiny I asked what he was using...
Leaving an Abusive Husband?
I grew up in a home like you described. My mother chose to stay. From a childs point of view you are not doing them any favors. Living in violence will cause them more harm than I can list hear. I do hope you walk away. Because it is not healthy for you, either...
What Type of Countertop Material Is This?
Corian. (Yes, spelled Corian.) Nice pretty top! http://www.remodeling-center.com/1/corian%20countertops/m/?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Peel%20and%20stick&utm_term=corian%20countertops&utm_content=2021668733&campaign=Peel%20and%20stick&Adgroup...
Using Hedge Apples for Pests?
I used whole hedge apples in my house to run out spiders, and was I ever wrong in doing it! They drew gnats, my house was full of them! And then they rotted. Gross! I got rid of them, got rid of the gnats, and learned a lesson. :-)
Preserving an Old Cookbook?
Would it be possible to cover the old binder with clear contact paper? Is the binder together enough where this would hold it? Or perhaps you can find another cook book cheap at a yard sale or a thrift store and switch the binders. Good luck!
Value of Antique Pink Maytag Wringer Washer?
Check with an antique store. I was looking for one in a working condition to use and they were going for several hundred dollars, and they were in rough shape! And since it is pink it may be more valuable. I would ask several places.
Value of Antique Pink Maytag Wringer Washer?
Check with an antique store. I was looking for one in a working condition to use and they were going for several hundred dollars, and they were in rough shape! And since it is pink it may be more valuable. I would ask several places.
Crockpot Red Beans and Rice Soup
When I saw this yesterday morning it looked SO good, so I decided to make it. I used what I had on hand, so instead of using vegetable broth I used home canned turkey broth. This was AMAZING! DH loved it. Thanks so much for posting it!
Potty Training a 21 Month Old Girl?
My oldest daughter, now nearing 30, was a very prissy little lady. I potty broke her at a VERY young age. I did it by having a lady who sewed cute little girls panties make some for her. Bright colors, lots of lace. My daughter loved them and didnt want to...
Rams Versus Mustangs Homecoming Float?
Horses in a pen, with a sign that says corral the mustangs. With a Ram outside the gate holding a rope.
Orange Pineapple Ice Cream
Wow! This sounds awesome! DH and I are both diabetic. I have been wanting to make some homemade ice cream, and this one will be it!
Other Party Won't Sign Divorce Papers?
File for divorce. Years ago if the spouse refused to sign, you were stuck. Not any more. She refuses to sign, no biggie. Your attorney can take care of it.
Remedies for Bug Stings
We recently went on a trip with a friend of ours. She was bitten by a bug, unknown what kind. Her ankle was red, itchy, sore, and swollen. She had us stop by a grocery store and she purchased a small container of Accent Meat Tenderizer. She wet her ankle and...
Freezing Water Bottles?
You can get a thicker plastic water bottle at DollarTree to reuse. The thin plastic they use in bottled water does crack easy.
Sewing Machine Needle Jammed?
Can you turn the wheel? It may be stuck in the bobbin. Can you open the throat plate and see the needle? If all else fails you may need to break the needle, Id use a small wire cutter, and take the needle out. More than likely it is stuck either in the bobbin...
Scanning Food Package Recipes Into Computer
Great idea! Now I need to go through my stack of torn labels. :-) Thanks for posting!
Soap Gift at the Gate (The Garden Gate)
How wonderful! In this day and age it is so nice to know there are good people out there!
Wind Chime for The Path Garden Gate
:-) That is awesome! You work hard on the garden, and people appreciate it!
Delectable Biscuits
I dont guess I have ever made biscuits without baking powder before. I look forward to trying this recipe out! (b)Editors Note:(/b) The recipe does need baking powder instead of soda. We have changed it to show the correct ingredients.
Reducing and Preventing Junk Mail
Why would it anger a mail man? I do the same with mine IF a valid return address is shown with no special instructions for undeliverable mail in accordance with..., which means trash. It does cut down on junk mail.
Solar Lights for Camping
I purchased some for use in the house when power was out. But I made a mistake of not checking, and they the plastic around them was frosted. One of these days I will buy clear ones and try again. :-) Good post!
Being Organized for School Mornings
I do the same thing here. Sure makes the mornings go a lot smoother! I did have my husband hang a hook in the bathroom for each person. Makes it easier to keep each persons clothing for the next morning ready.
Never Buy Used Mattresses or Upholstered Furniture
As a retiree I, too, have had to buy used, although we did buy the mattress set new. Before I purchase anything I check it out thoroughly. I turn it upside down, I remove cushions, etc. Stains and odors will make me walk away. If I decided to buy it I put it...
Muffin Tin Ice Cream Cakes
What a great idea! I cant wait to try these using sugar free cake mix and ice cream! Thanks!
Gnat Traps?
I made the mistake of using hedge apples to try to get rid of spiders, and instead I got a house full of gnats. :-( I put small bowls of vinegar out, with enough veg oil on top to thinly cover it. I was amazed at how many of those pesky gnats I caught in them...
Corn Dog Muffins
That sounds like a recipe the kids would like. Thanks for posting. And personally, I do not understand why some post negative remarks on here. If you feel it isnt for you, dont make it. You dont like the GMO corn, dont eat it.
Cemetery Christmas Wreaths (Central Texas...
As the mother of a Soldier, I thank the volunteers for caring and honoring them in this way. And thank you for posting the picture!
Make Your Own Shopping Bags
I do that too! I line mine, and double stitch them. They hold a lot more weight than paper or plastic! I keep some of them in each vehicle. They sure come in handy!
Cubed Steak Recipe?
Dredge it in flour mixed with a few seasonings, such as seasoned salt/garlic powder/salt/pepper/etc. Brown in a little oil just until browned. Lay it on a paper towel to try to get excess oil off. Place in a foil lined pan. Mix up a mixture of about 1/4 cup...
Dealing With a Verbally Abusive Husband?
Once a person gets comfortable with being verbally abusive it will usually go up a step to physical abuse. No one can make the decision to stay or go but you. But I will say, life is too short. I know a lot of people that tried to hang in there, usually for...
Keeping the Monsters Away with Vanilla Spray
What a cute idea! Thanks for posting this. And although I raised children in the 80s I never heard of it. I wish people who post on these stories would realize that not everyone reads every magazine.
Egg Free Cake Mix in a Jar?
Ground flax seed is a good egg replacement. I mix 1 heaping tablespoon of ground flax seen in 1/4 cup of warm water. Let it set a minute, then mix in. This will replace one egg in cakes, breads, and cookies. I have not tried putting the ground flax seed directly...
Backup in Two Locations
If you use a web based email your email will not be deleted or lost. I have numerous folders in my email account. I email my self important files and keep them in the folders. If my computer messes up, I can go back to my email and there it is! Backing up is...
Capt. Mel Anderson's Alaskan Whale Stew
I dont know if I have enough jars to can this! Hmmm, each quart jar will hold approximately 2 pounds of food.
Canning Beef?
You will need a Pressure canner. I cut my beef in chunks, pack it tightly into a sterile jar raw. Work it in to take out the air bubbles. I add 1/2 teaspoon of canning salt per pint. Wipe rims with a paper towel dipped in vinegar, add lids, apply rings. The...
Tips for Cold Prevention And Treatment
Great tips! Plus I do another thing, I get rid of the germs! I raised three children and when one got sick, they passed it around. I stripped the beds to keep them from reinfecting themselves. I aired the house out, yes, even in the winter. Wiped down door...
Reuse Favorite T-shirts As A Quilt
Your mother did a great job! I make quilts and using the stretchy T shirts to make one is no easy job. It looks awesome!
Using Artificial Light for Indoor Plants?
My mother, now deceased, had a green thumb. She could grow anything she wanted. I even recall her starting a rosebush from a cutting. I recall her placing a canning jar over it in the yard. It grew. In the winter my mom would carry all her plants in, and they...
Protecting your Camera
This also works for cell phones. When I am in the pool I put my cell phone in a snack size zipper baggie.
Cleaning Your Shower?
The best stuff I have found is the cheapest. Daily Shower spray at Dollar Tree. I keep a squeegee in the bathroom, too. After I shower I wipe down the walls with the squeegee, then spray the tub/shower with the spray. I also take a cleaning cloth with me into...
Prepare a Disaster Bin For Emergencies
I was really happy to see your post on keeping your pets safe! I have two pets and I, too, plan for their safety in emergencies. It is so sad to see on tv the homeless pets wondering streets when families evacuate and they get left behind.
Blackberry Buckle
I had never heard of the term buckle as a name for food. :-) So I have learned something today! I have blackberries in my freezer and a husband who would absolutely love this! Thanks!
Safety of Canned Salsa?
Sometimes I have jars that spew a bit, too. If it is salsa, and the seal it tight, I let it sit in the kitchen for a few days to make sure it is really sealed. Then I take it on to the pantry. If it is meat, and there is a chance that fat is between the rim...
Enlarging the Screen Display on a Laptop?
Hold down your control button. Click on a blank spot on the screen. Turn your wheel on your mouse upward. It will enlarge.
Be Prepared For An Emergency
If you dont over shop (stock up) how do you continue to eat? I understand that without power you would be in danger of losing food. A few years we were without power for a week. Without power, stores wont sell. (Although I thought that was foolish that stores...
Using the Oven for Canning?
I am sure many people have tried this and feel it is safe. I am a big time canner and personally, I would never do it. I use a boiling water bath for items that can be water bathed safely, and I use a pressure canner for items that cannot be. I wont take a...
Removing Urine from Couch Cushions and Frame?
I have a small Bissel Little Green Machine that I use on upholstery. Maybe this would work on the foam? Or setting them out to air in the sunlight? Washing the wood down with vinegar? These are all guesses. I did have a grandchild urinate on the mattress once...
Extending the Life of Razor Blades
I saw a tip, dont recall if it was on here, about dropping a few drops of baby oil on the blades after using. So I picked up a cheap bottle and after shaving drop a few drops of the baby oil on it. I have used a disposable razor for over 5 months, it really...
Sara's Easy Peanut Butter Cookies
This works well with Splenda, too. I make these a lot for DH and I.
Cutting Down One of Two Apple Trees?
Wish you were my neighbor! :-) Ask around, any home canner would be thrilled to come and pick them for you!
Value of a Small British Royal Arms Plate?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dieu_et_mon_droit I have no idea of the year but according to this it is from the UK.
Keeping Salt From Clumping
Great tip! Not only do I live in a humid area, I live on the edge of a small town. Which means mice occasionally come to call. I have learned to keep all my pantry staples in glass jars. :-) Flours in gallon pickle jars, etc. Keeps all my stuff clean and fresh...
How I Quit Smoking
Awesome! I smoked for 30 years before I gave them up. I have been a non smoker for over 11 years now. One thing that I never knew is how bad it stinks! After I stopped I had went to visit some inlaws that are chain smokers. I gagged. :-(
Homemade Yellow Cake
I use wheat pastry flour in cakes, DH and I are diabetic. Thanks for posting how to make cake flour. I wonder if it will work with wheat pastry? I will have to try it. :-)
When Should Girls Start Shaving Their Legs?
When the girls start to feel uncomfortable when other kids notice it. I raised two daughters. When they came to me and said they wanted to shave because of comments, they were old enough. Yes, I know you can tell kids about standing up to peers, etc. But I...
Removing Musty Smell from a Bed?
Are you able to air it out in the sunshine? Or open the windows to a room and leave it open? That should help. I have a Little Green Machine and I have steam cleaned my spare bed when grandkids had an accident before I got the the mattress cover with a vinegar...
Sausage Milk Gravy
I love homemade biscuits and gravy! Once on a camping trip I forgot to pack flour.(I had taken refrigerated biscuits for the trip.) My husband went up to the little campground store, they didnt have flour. But he came back with a list of what they did have...
