Identifying Stuffed Animal?
My daughter has one thats almost identical to yours, although hers is pink striped. Shes pretty sure its an Aurora. Good luck with your search!
Parenting A Four Year Old?
If you havent already, I would suggest you involve her as much as you can in caring for her baby brother. She may feel like you dont love her as much as you used to, and shes scared that youll stop loving her completely. Perhaps you can try to have a mother...
My Mower Quits After 10 Minutes?
My husband says that the cooling fan may be plugged or not working. Theyre usually on the top. Good luck!
Cover Up for Bad Caulking Job?
Maybe you could cover it up with some Flex-Seal, or paint with a type of paint that will work on flexible materials like that. Good luck!
Dog Keeps Going In Crate?
Perhaps a doggy door would help you out if you have a fenced yard. That way he can go outside whenever he needs to. This particular breed may just be harder to potty train than others. Also, maybe puppy pads would help, and giving him treats when he goes where...
Name of a Werewolf Movie?
My boyfriend thinks is part of the Underworld series, most likely Underworld: Evolution. Good luck in finding the title!
Jigsaw Puzzle Edge Pieces Won't Stay Together?
You could try putting clear removable tape on the end pieces. I dont think it will damage them, but Ive never tried it. Good luck!
Keeping Sandals from Slipping Off Your Feet?
Perhaps those anti-skid strips that are put on stairs or bathtubs would help. Just a thought. Good luck!
Mom Won't Let Me Shave?
To be honest, I dont think it should be up to your mother whether you should shave or not. If the hair is there, the need to shave is there. Im a mother and I certainly dont advocate disobeying your mother, but in this case it is your personal choice and no...
Landlord's Responsibility for Lack of Heat?
I dont know which state you live in, but in Kansas, a landlord is required to provide heat for all tenants (I know because Im a landlord). I would remind him ASAP that he has a responsibility to provide heat for your apartment, which means getting the gas line...
Choosing The Best Soup Thermos?
I just bought a Yeti mug a few weeks ago for my coffee at work. I love it! My coffee is still warm 6 hours after Ive filled it. Im not sure if it will keep your food warm longer than that, but its worth a try. Theyre not cheap, but I dont think youll be disappointed...
Identifying Small Black Bugs?
It looks like a silverfish to me. They like to hide out in damp and dark places. If you google them, youll find several suggestions on how to get rid of them. Good luck!
Fixing a Clogged Toilet?
Try squirting about 1/4 cup of dish detergent into the toilet. Wait about 15 minutes or so, and see if that clears it up. Works for us! Good luck.
Removing Ring Stuck on Finger?
You could try to get his hand as cold as possible. Fingers tend to shrink a bit when they are cold, and you might be able to get it off that way. Another way is to try to take a long piece of waxed dental floss and get it between the ring and the finger. I...
Setting Dye in Fabric?
I have always put one cup of salt in the water. Ive never tried using vinegar, so I dont know how much of it to put in. Also, after Ive dyed the fabric (using the clothes washer) I run them through another washing cycle using cold water before putting them...
How Soon Can I Perm My Hair Again?
I had a similar situation awhile back at a beauty salon. The perm fell out in about a day, so I went back and talked with the stylist. She redid it the following week and there were no problems. Good luck to you!
Shutting Off the Water to Water Heater for Vacation?
Yes, you should absolutely turn if off if you wont be there for an extended period of time. When my brother prepared to leave his vacation home, he would open all the faucets and also drain the water heater. You sure dont want to have any worries of flooding...
Getting Rid of Tiny Moths?
Perhaps if you put those items in a ziploc bag and keep them closed as much as possible, that wouldnt happen. I had a similar experience with a large bag of cedar bedding I use for our hamster cages. I had brought it inside, and within a day or two our house...
Babysitting Service Name?
How about Cait N Kays Sitting Service? Or perhaps Cait N Kays Little Keepers? Good luck with your new service!
Ideas for Updating a Vanity Light?
Perhaps you could cover (wrap around) the chain with things such as garland, ribbons, bows, flowers, etc. That would hide the chain and make it look pretty. You could even do seasonal themes like Christmas, Valentines Day, etc. Good luck!
Removing Rotten Egg Smell from Household Water?
My brother had this problem at a house that he was fixing up to sell. A plumber told me that there is a metal rod inside the water heater that, if bad, will cause that rotten egg smell. Unfortunately I dont know the exact name of this rod - its something like...
Registering a Complaint at the Post Office?
I work for the Post Office and process change of address (COA) forms for people in several states (most are not processed locally). Im not sure why the people you talked with werent helpful, but I can tell you that a lot of COA requests dont get put into the...
Finding Source of Bad Odor in House?
My first thought is that it has something to do with the stain on the concrete floor. Perhaps they used a wrong kind of stain and it reacted with the concrete. Im not an expert on this, but if you have cleaned very thoroughly and repeatedly and the smell is...
Name Ideas for Scarf Business?
How about Sophisticated Scarves or Winsome Wraps, or something similar to that? Good luck to you!
Hand Sanitizer for Underarm Odor
What a great idea! Im so glad it worked for you. Thanks for sharing!
Remedies for Chafing?
My husband had this problem when he was deployed overseas. He would take a tube of diaper rash cream and slather it on. He said it was a real lifesaver. Good luck to your husband!
Stairwell Light Tripped 220 V Main Circuit Breaker?
As a landlord myself, I would definitely want to know about this problem so it could be fixed. Even if you are moving, please contact the landlord ASAP and let him know.
Shredder Making Mess on Floor?
You could set it inside a large opened trash bag lying on the floor, so that when youre done all you need to do is move the shredder, pick up the bag - no mess! Good luck!
Remedy for Muscle Spasms?
I would insist he do something to treat this problem or go to another doctor. Its not right to just blow off this problem. Im sorry your daughter is having to deal with this, and I hope you get it taken care of soon.
Getting Rid of Tree Roots in the Sewer Line?
Ive used a product called Root Killer by Roebic. It was a bottle of very small pellets that you would dump down the toilet (1/3 at a time) before bedtime and and then not flush it till the morning. Lowes and Wal-Mart have it in a foam. It worked very well every...
Inexpensive Acne Treatment?
I just read that dabbing unfiltered apple cider vinegar with a cotton ball works also. The article said it was available at health food stores, but Ill bet that the apple cider vinegar at grocery stores will work just as well. Good luck!
Gnats Coming Into the House Through Screens?
You could spray the screen thoroughly with Raid bug spray, and then repeat after a few days. Ill bet that will keep them away. Good luck!
Need to Flush Toilet Twice?
Whenever our toilet acts like its clogged, I squirt some dishwashing detergent into it, wait at least 15 minutes, and then flush. It clears it every time. Good luck!
School Age Summer Daycare Name?
How about Shiny Penny Summer Day Care? Good luck finding a good name!
Selling Gift Cards on eBay?
Most of the stores have websites or 800 numbers that you can go to or call to access the amount left on your gift cards. It will take a little time, but it will be well worth it. Good luck!
New Name for Interior Design Firm?
That is a challenge! My thoughts so far are something that starts with Neo (meaning new) like Neodynamic, or perhaps something like Luxe. Good luck to you!
Increasing Volume on Doorbell Ringer?
Im not familiar with the device the other person mentioned that you can buy at Lowes, but I would suggest getting a baby monitor. You can put the base in the same room as the doorbell, and then either carry or place the receiver in the room where you are at...
Hot Flash Relief?
Black cohosh helps me with my hot flashes. Its sold almost everywhere and is located in the vitamin section. Good luck!
Removing a Burned Smell in the Refrigerator?
Putting charcoal briquets and/or crumpled up newspapers in the refrigerator will help. Boxes of baking soda help too. Ive heard used coffee grounds help. Also, one time when I had a rental house refrigerator full of spoiled food, I just wiped all of the sides...
Name Ideas for a Cleaning Business?
How about BeDazzled Cleaning Service or Sparkly Clean Home Cleaning Service or some variation, like BeDazzling, or Sparkle Clean? Good luck to you!
Ideas for Getting Heavy Grocery Items into the House?
Perhaps you could use a chair or small table with wheels to put your groceries on and just push it into the house. Good luck!
Turning Soap Slivers Into a New Bar of Soap?
Ive melted them in the microwave a few times, but it can be tricky. Line a small bowl with wax paper, put the slivers in it, and then microwave at 30% power for 15-second increments. When the soap is soft enough to stick together (the bar may be hot), squeeze...
Buying Quick Fix Electrical Spacers?
Ive seen those, although I dont remember what they called them. Try Walter Drake, Miles Kimball, or Lillian Vernon online. Im pretty sure I saw those in one of their catalogs. Good luck!
Buying Quick Fix Electrical Spacers?
I think I found what youre looking for on eBay. They call them electrical depth spacers, item number 370322480616. You can do an advanced search with that item number, or you can do a regular seach using the words electrical depth spacers. I hope this is what...
Treating a Child with Constipation?
My daughter had a problem with constipation when she was a baby, and we determined it was the iron in her formula that was causing it. We took her off of it and started giving her goats milk from the health food store. The problem went away as soon as we switched...
Huggybear (Cat)
Im glad you enjoyed it! I think its an awesome picture and I wanted to share it. I didnt think to mention that Huggybear is 11 years old in this picture. He doesnt look (or act) his age at all!
Finding Information on Repairing a Dishwasher?
Try www.familyhandyman.com. That website has a lot of good information.
Removing Spoiled Food Odors from Refrigerator?
Ive heard that crumpled up newspaper and charcoal briquets put in the refrigerator absorb odors. Arm & Hammer baking soda works too. I had to clean a refrigerator in a rental recently that had a lot of spoiled food left in it (the electricity had been disconnected...
Replacement Parts for H2O Steam Mop?
I dont know how big your mop is, but you could probably take it to the hardware store. The sales people there should be able to help you find a replacement screw. Good luck!
Faulty Electric Blanket Control?
It does sound like a faulty control. I have found that the new type of heat sensing electric blankets dont keep me warm at all. As soon as I moved around I would get cold all over again, and unfortunately Im a restless sleeper. Last year I bought an oversized...
Bowling Ball and Bowling Pin Costume Ideas?
I saw in a magazine where a lady wore a black trash bag which was stuffed with something (dont remember what it was!), and she made herself look like a bowling ball. It was really cute. Good luck!
Eliminating Urine Odor in Bathroom Trash from Disposable Underwear?
Perhaps you could buy a diaper pail and ask hubby to put his underwear in that. They work pretty well at containing the odor. Also, when I was using a diaper pail, I would buy those small round air fresheners, stick one of them on the inside of the lid, and...
Scrubbing Sponge Left Scratches on Car Windshield?
Ive seen some products advertised in mail order catalogs that you rub on eye glasses to make the scratches disappear. I dont know the name of the product, but I think its like a pencil. Maybe something like that would work. Good luck!
Can I Use Kilz as a Finish Coat on the Exterior of a House?
I tried using Kilz as a finish coat on a wooden porch railing awhile back. It lasted about two years. It seemed like a good idea at the time, but it isnt worth the effort.
How Do I Choose the Best Appliances for the Money?
I would suggest you call an appliance repairman and ask him what he would recommend. Mine did that for me, and it helped me out a lot. Good luck!
Removing a Sulfur Odor from Clothing?
Im sorry to hear that you are having a hard time with this. It is a mystery indeed. Have you tried changing detergents? Perhaps you could go to a laundromat and see if you still have the problem there. When I have really smelly clothes, I add about a cup of...
Scenery: Sunrise (Lake Conway, AR)
This is absolutely georgeous! Thank you for sharing this photo with us.
Looking for ESRD Support Groups?
Please, please consider getting a kidney transplant for your daughter. She is way too young to be on dialysis for the rest of her life. My nephew went on dialysis when he was 23, and it was obvious he was not very healthy, even with the dialysis. It took so...
Alternatives to Shredding Important Papers?
There are some mail order companies that offer shredder scissors -- Miles Kimball is one of them They are scissors that have five blades on each side to use for shredding documents and credit cards. Good luck finding what you want.
Finding Plastic Coffee Can Lids?
A lot of companies that make plastic products throw away or give away the flawed products that they make if they cant recycle them somehow. Perhaps you could call any companies that are in your town and see if they have anything to donate to you. Good luck...
How Do I Clear a Cloudy Swimming Pool?
I added algaecide to my pool yesterday, but I must have put too much in because now the water is cloudy! Sorry I cant help you with a solution, but maybe this will give you an idea of why yours is cloudy. Hopefully we can both get this problem solved!
Shopping for Vintage Fragrances?
Try Avon. Theyre still selling some fragrances that I was using when I was selling Avon (one of them was Timeless), and that was over 20 years ago. Good luck!
Removing Sharpie from a Silk Tie?
I think that either hairspray or hand sanitizer would work, but it would be best to test a small area first. Good luck!
Business Name Ideas for a Stationery Design Business?
How about Unforgettable Keepsakes or something similar to that?
How Can I Take to Treat Vertigo?
Im the one who posted this question. Thank you all for your suggestions! I just talked with my mom about them, and she was quite interested in what all of you wrote. She has been to the doctor and an ENT about this problem, but they have been unable to help...
Dealing with a Verbally Abusive Spouse?
There is a book available called Women Who Love Too Much by Robin Norwood that I think would be of great help to you. It is written for anyone who has self-esteem issues and something called codependency, which means you depend on others for your own happiness...
Finding Jiffy Cake Mixes?
Changes to my earlier post: I found the Jiffy cake mixes at Checkers (Pawnee and K-15) for 69 cents each. I didnt see them at either the Dillons or the Big Lots on east Harry Street by the Wichita Mall. If I see them anywhere else Ill let you know.
Decorating Cabinets Without Painting?
Perhaps you could remove the cabinet doors and hang some pretty lacy curtains (or whatever design you like) in front of the cabinets using thumbtacks. Just be sure and store the cabinet doors in a safe place so nothing happens to them. Good luck!
Accessing Slingo on New Computer?
I bought the Slingo CD from eBay and you may be able to find it there too. This game is also on the website www.bigfishgames.com and you can play it free for one hour. After that you have to buy it but I didnt check the price.
Removing Black Price Marks from Goodwill Items?
Goo-Gone works great for me. I just used some today to get some prices off!
Using RIT Dye in a Washing Machine?
I think using two packages of the dye is a good idea. When I dye clothes in the washer, I make sure I follow all of the instructions on the box. I also mix the dye in a disposable cup with some water before I put it into the washer. Then after it is all done...
Toddlers Fight With Each Other a Lot?
Cricketnc is right -- this is just a part of motherhood. My children are 18 months apart, and they can be playing great together one minute, and the next minute theyre screaming at each other! Most of the time I dont intervene unless they start hurting each...
Cleaning Dog Pee Off a Cement Floor?
If dry cement is good for getting rid of odors as well as oil stains, then perhaps regular cat litter will help too. There is a convenience store here in town that uses it regularly on their parking lots. They pour the cat litter onto the cement, put a sheet...
Spending More Than You Make?
Perhaps you could write down all of your expenses for each month. Budget a certain amount for groceries, entertainment, etc and try not to go over those amounts. You could also try putting the money in sealed envelopes; one for each week of the month, label...
Activities for Special Needs Seniors?
How about doing jigsaw puzzles, board games or card games? My elderly parents frequently put together 100-piece jigsaw puzzles. It keeps them occupied and they enjoy it too. Good luck!
Perfume Bottle Sprayer is Stuck?
As a last resort, you could put the bottle in a Ziploc bag, seal it and then break the bottle. Then you could take a medicine dropper and transfer the perfume into the other bottle. Good luck!
Plastic Zipper Won't Work?
You could try putting baby oil on the zipper with a Q-tip or something similar. Make sure there is something between the zipper and the back of the jacket so it doesnt get on the jacket fabric. Good luck!
Filters for a 4-Cup Coffee Pot?
I had the same problem with coffee grounds getting into my coffee. I discovered that if I put another coffee filter on top of the grounds, that took care of the problem. Good luck!
Aquarium Jello Cake
This is a wonderful cake! I had never thought about doing that, but its a unique idea and adorable. Thanks for sharing it with us!
Remedy for Hot Feet?
Have you tried sunburn gel with aloe? I got a bad sunburn awhile back and it felt like my skin was on fire. Sunburn gel with aloe was the only thing that helped take away the fire. Another idea would be to put ice cubes or a small ice pack in your socks and...
Balancing Life's Demands?
You have had so much change in your life in the past year, its no wonder youre overwhelmed. Thats a lot to have to deal with in such a short time. I would suggest you talk with your doctor about it and ask him for his help. Getting out of the house will help...
Problems with USPS Mail Delivery?
You can buy mail boxes that can be locked and cant be opened without a key. Perhaps if you bought one of those, you wouldnt have to worry about your mail being stolen. You could then close the post office box, and then the letter carrier would have no choice...
Sleeping Better Without Medications?
If you are 73 years old and still kicking, then you are probably one of the lucky few who dont need much sleep to get by. I say just nap when your body tells you to, and unless your health takes a nosedive, dont worry about the quantity of sleep you get, just...
Nail Polish on a Wood Table?
Maybe you could soak one end of a Q-Tip with nail polish remover and remove the polish that way. Or maybe you could take a very small piece of sandpaper and remove it. You could also buy a staining crayon and try to cover it up with that. Those are found in...
Fingernail Diseases?
My daughter had a similar problem with one of her thumbnails. Antifungal medicines didnt help. A nutritional book I have has a section describing yeast infections, so I went to the health food store and bought a small bottle of liquid called Yeast Infection...
Barbie Pattern: Bridal Gown with Musical Train and Wedding-Party Hats?
I found this website that sells the pattern: http://www.crafts-plus.com/barbiepc.html
