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Dog has Horrible Spreading Hot Spots and Skin Smells Like Bleach When Bathing?
I couldnt possibly read all these posts so I may say what somebody already said,,,I would stick with what my VETERINARIAN says and leave the home remedies alone. Maybe I feel this way cause Ive been married to a vet for many, many years and Ive seen all sorts...

 

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Free Cooking Magazine At KraftFoods.com?
You can also go to kraftfoods.com and see the mag. there. I prefer to have it in hand but if youre unable to get it you can still see recipes online.

 

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More Stocking Stuffer Ideas?
When I was a child (eons ago!) my dad would bring home a box of oranges and wed get a few in our stocking. For a kid born in the prosperous 50s this seemed downright stupid! Then my mother explained that when my dad was a child in the depression he would get...

 

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Clean The Shower, Then Take a Shower
Greg, you sound just a bit naughty!! Lucky wife!!

 

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Planning a dance for my daughter's 13th birthday?
to Tom in the Czech Republic: Its not like that for most Americans either! Youre reading about a few who are able to make a big deal of a birthday. My children had a cake and the meal of their choice at home and could invite a FEW friends over for awhile or...

 

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Keeping Extra in the Checking Account
I had a business teacher in college who did this and it drove her accountant husband nuts! She said she considered it a nice surprise and he said there should be NO surprises in the bank account. Theyre now divorced. :-)

 

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How Do You Clean a Toothbrush?
I agree with the last poster. Just, for Petes sake, buy them a new one! They cant cost that much. Id vomit if I tried to brush my teeth with some of the ones youve all described here! Pett hair, toilet!! Yuck!

 

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Alternative to Bleach?
I use OxyClean and sometimes bleach for colors. Usually the OxyClean does the best for us.

 

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Posting Bathroom Rules When You Have a Septic System?
Weve had some pretty embarrassing happenings at our place when renters have flushed unflushables and the plumber has had to tell my husband and hes had me tell the wife of the renter...it just gets pretty stupid when youre shy like I am! I just thought everybody...

 

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Housebreaking Problems with a Pomeranian?
Dawn: I dont have time to read all the posts so may repeat somebody. Small breeds are (in my opinion) harder to train...not sure why. We have a friend who raises yorkies and she says they are very difficult and I had a hard time with my doxie. As far as helping...

 

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Dog Knocking Over Water Bowl?
sal55, you can get a very heavy bowl! Our dogs like to stand in their water bowl in the summer so we got them a LARGE marble (so the guy said!) bowl. We also bought a smaller one for food. They cant turn these over and visiting dogs (our sons) cant carry them...

 

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Making Candy When It is Raining
I know this is an old post but it reminded me of a time early in my marriage (34 years ago) when I made divinity for the first time. We lived in Mississippi and it rained quite a bit. I beat that stuff until I burned up my new mixer and it never did set up...

 

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When Should I Get My Dog Fixed?
To Jessica: Your dog isnt too old to spay. In my experience, dogs heal just fine and it doesnt matter the age. Ive always figured it was because nobody told them they were supposed to whine and cry. :-) Spaying is better than constantly watching for messy heats...

 

West Highland Terrier

Breed Information: West Highland White Terrier
to Jaz: Did you read the info posted? ...assertive breed that is best suited to living with adults and older children. Thats what Ive observed over the years also. The ones Ive known dont really like kid play although Im sure there will be a torrent of posts...

 

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Paperclip Bookmark
I think your original post was that paper clips dont fall out - right? Seems thats been overlooked. I like the idea of post-its. This is what I use and 1 will stay sticky for a long time.

 

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Leashes for Cats?
Ive only known 1 cat who would walk on a leash. His name was Studless (for obvious reasons) and he would just walk like a dog. Cats can wiggle out of harnesses (or at least all cats Ive known) so most people dont even try to tether them.

 

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Thanksgiving Potpies
This sounds like a terrific idea! Were down to just 2 most holidays now and I just reheat and reheat until were sick of the whole thing and then start over again for Christmas! This is a much better idea.

 

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Ladybug Bites?
to Sierra: Your mom will be more upset if you let something like this go than she will be to find out you shave. She expects that to happen someday and you need to get this tended to. Lots of things bite besides ladybugs.

 

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Sewing Machine Keeps Jamming?
Maybe somebody already said this...waaay too many posts to read...but when Ive had this problem (always in the middle of a huge project like a quilt!) its been because by bobbin carriage (shuttle?) is not in right. Something got it out of alignment and then...

 

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Dachshund Behavior Problems?
Thank you, April! Ive been around many, many breeds of dogs and have to say that even though I love most of them Doxies are by far my favorite. I think one reason so many people have trouble with training them is that doxies are so smart they can out fox many...

 

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Dachshund Behavior Problems?
Mary, Id say your idea of the crate at night is best. He wont want to soil his bed as you already know. You must make sure you remove all signs and odors from the spare room hes using. Dogs like to go back to the same places. Ive used Natures Miracle with success...

 

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Dachshund Behavior Problems?
To Brett: Any dog is like any person. Different from another! Ive heard from breeders of small dogs that theyre harder to train and I can say with my little Lucy this was certainly true. Lucy was a little strange. She loved my husband but would scream if he...

 

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How Much Should I Charge for Deep Cleaning a Rental?
We own a rental in Western Oregon in a small town and after the last renters moved we had to pay for cleaning. The woman charges $12.00 per hour. If I were doing it I wouldnt work by the day but by the hour. I have a good friend who cleans in CA and she estimates...

 

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Turn Off Water When Brushing Teeth
Doc, how in the world did a speal on global warming get into a post on saving water while brushing teeth?

 

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Brown puppy with black muzzle in a box.

What Breed is My Dog? (Chihuahua Mix)
I believe this is called an apple head chihuahua. At least he looks like my mothers dog and she was told thats what he is.

 

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Paint Advice with Stainless Steel, Cherry Cabinets and Light Brown Counters?
Im not a fan of dark walls ever but Im a great fan of sage green. Check some magazines. Youll see lots of green with cherry (if you care about style which I do NOT!). There are some many variations of green but I think a medium to light sage green would be...

 

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Warm Crib Sheets With A Heating Pad
I think I would turn it off before or right after laying baby down. Those things have hot spots!

 

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Keepsake for Mother's 90th Birthday?
If you like to do thread count (counted cross stitch) you could make tree ornaments with her name and birth date. Ive bought cute round frames with hangers on top and made them for all family members. Quick and easy!

 

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Who Makes Walmart's "Great Value" Coffee?
wikianswers says: Great Value is not manufactured in one place by one company. It is manufactured by a variety of different companies. Great Value is a house or store brand owned by Wal-Mart. Wal-Mart takes bids from different companies to make great value...

 

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Craft Night Ideas?
My boys did the hand print thing on a black tee shirt for their dad for Fathers Day. You could do that or paint night shirts. They also made me macaroni jewelry. They dyed the stuff and threaded it on string and gave it to me cause I was the best mother in...

 

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Christmas Card Picture?
A cute pic of them making Christmas cookies would be nice.

 

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Spoon Rest Ideas?
I use a large jar lid like mayonnaise comes in.

 

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Finding a Gift for Husband?
My husband likes books and tools. However, for the past 8-10 years we have gone in together and bought each other a joint gift. Two years ago we got new living room furniture. One year we got a new front load washer/dryer set. Not very romantic you may say...

 

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Old House Needs New Paint in Kitchen?
Im leaning toward a nice sage green and maybe some red for accent. Look in mags. for ideas but youll see loads of green right now.

 

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Ideas For Marking Where To Clean Up After Dog?
I always just take a plastic grocery bag in my pocket (or just my hand if i dont have a pocket) and pick up as I go cause I cant find it later either. One trip does it!

 

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Cleaning Glass Doors on Fireplace?
We have the same problem on our fireplace door. I found a product called Glass Cleaner (not very original I know but thats really the name!). We got it at the fireplace store where they sell wood stoves and accessories. Its magic! You spray it on a glass door...

 

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Dottie At 9 Months (Dalmatian)
My dad used to have Dalmations when I was a kid. At one time we had 3 mothers and a dad and the moms all had babies in the same week. We had 40 black and white spotted dogs in our back yard!! Dad thought the world was just so anxious to have Dalmations until...

 

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Donations Instead of Gift Giving?
I like the soldier idea but wonder why they need to be from your state. You could contact an army recruting office or any branch of the military and they can steer you that way. Ive sent packages to Iraq via the army.

 

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Homemade Dry Soup Mix?
Thanks for all the ideas! I sort of jumped the gun and asked for help before I had looked for myself. Ive found several recipes. Yes, Marna, I know they wont starve but I raised them to eat healthy and Burger King isnt doing it MY way. Ive been accused of being...

 

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What Medicine To Use On Dachshund With Burst Mole?
I really doubt what youve seen is a mole but more likely an abscess. You really need to get him to a veterinarian instead of trying to doctor it yourself when you dont know what it is. PLEASE, PLEASE stay away from bag balm!!!! So many people want to put that...

 

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Help Getting Cat With Urinary Infection To Eat?
You need to call your vet. There are other foods that might appeal to him. Also, a vet can force feed until he gets over the crisis. Cats will often stop eating when theyre sick and seem to forget how to start back. Your vet could help and if he/she cant, go...

 

These Faces Would NEVER Lie . . .
Reminds me sooo much of my 2 youngest! Theyre 20 and 21 now...freeze these years. Theyre gone too quickly. Enjoy!!!

 

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Crafty Gift Ideas for Young Children?
I made my kids a candy cane reindeer one year. You fold a black pipe cleaner in half around the crook (about where youd expect to find antlers) of the candy cane and curl each side around a pencil so that you have curly antlers. Then you glue little eyes from...

 

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Taking Care of a Stray Kitten?
As a veterinarians wife, Ive used and sold many products and I can totally agree with thise comments about flea collars! They smell and they dont work. We couldnt keep Frontline or Advantage in stock becasue they work so well. Be SURE not to use a product designed...

 

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Alternative To Elizabethan Pet Collar?
I assume youre finding out the cause of the eye irritation? I would just leave the collar on most of the time since hell duck around the corner and scratch when its off and set the healing of the problem back. Do you know whats causing it?

 

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Problems With Sensor Night Lights?
Yep, happens to me, too. Ive stopped using them or just leave them in place knowing that if I move it, its gone. Sure is frustrating!

 

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Removing Dye from a Fiberglass Tub?
I dont KNOW if this would work but maybe if you made a strong bleach solution and filled the tub up to the dye line and let it soak for a few hours...maybe.

 

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Storing Brown Sugar in the Freezer?
I do it but I double wrap in plastic bags that are sealed well.

 

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Full Dinners That Can be Frozen and Reheated?
Ive frozen Thanksgiving dinner for my in laws and its done great. I didnt put cranberry sauce in...they can do that if they want...although you could freeze it in smaller containers and just thaw without reheating. Meatloaf with sweet potatoes and green beans...

 

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Mashed Potatoes for 40 People?
I also do 1 potato (med. size) for each person.

 

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Getting a Dog to Like Someone?
Ive never had this problem but would think you could do with a dog like you would with a child who didnt care for you too much (a new sitter!) and let that person be the good guy...the one who feeds, waters, opens the door to go out, gives the treats, etc. If...

 

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Enjoying Being Frugal
Wow! I thought WE were frugal but you have us beat hands down! I do some of what you do but I havent tried the paint at Home Depot...havent needed to since my husband retired. You mentioned having a garden. That will REALLY save you $$$! When we have more than...

 

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Avoid Dental Surgery For Your Pet
People should also know that decaying teeth can cause heart problems! If a bad tooth can cause a problem for YOU it can cause that same problem in a dog or cat. Get your vet or his tech to show you how to brush dogs teeth. You start small, just inserting your...

 

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Removing Soot from Wood Furniture?
Have you tried Murphy Oil Soap? Its especially made for cleaning wood and Ive used it for really old antiques with great success. After cleaning I always use an oily polish to replinish oils I might have removed by cleaning.

 

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Pastry Recipe for Mince Pies?
I use my regular pie crust recipe and my husband thinks hes died and gone to heaven!! Nobody would make them for him before I came along (except his now deceased mother) so he thinks Im doing him the biggest favor and its sooo easy! Doesnt hurt to make a few...

 

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5 Quick Frugal Tips For Keeping Warm
Maybe everybody already knows this keep warm tip but Ive just rediscovered it. My darling has purchased for me a set of Cuddle Duds. Theyre actually long johns for women. Theyre silky and thin but surprisingly warm. I wear the long pants and a sleevless shell...

 

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Alternative to Heartgard?
Your vet should know the answer to that question and is the best person to ask for medical advice.

 

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Removing Cleaning Products from Cabinet Fronts?
Heres another vote for vinegar! I also moved into a house where the cabinets, floors, tubs, and walls had not been cleaned in MANY years...or so it seemed. Vinegar does it but be sure to open the windows and get lots of air!

 

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Confusion Side Effect After Chemotherapy?
Ive had chemo, two aunts have had it (1 went through 3 rounds of it!), and my dad had chemo and none of us has experienced confusion. Does your dr. say its a result of the chemo? You may have to get a little pushy and keep asking and pushing cause Ive found...

 

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When are Kittens Ready for Solid Food?
Theyre ready to play with solid food now but should have all they want of their mother. Kittens nurse for 8 or more weeks. Just soak some dry food for awhile (maybe a couple of hours) until its like a gruel. Then put it in a shallow dish (glass pie plates are...

 

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Neighbors Added Onto Our Fence without Permission?
Dont wait to contact SOMEBODY about those dogs!! AFTER they come over and attack itll be too late. The fence is the least of your problems.

 

What Kind of Dog is Buddy?
From the neck down he looks like a Peke but the face belongs to something else...no idea. Maybe doxie or some sort of terrier. I like the answer your vet gave you!

 

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Daschund is Aggressive Towards Children?
My little Lucy wasnt around children very much so was never hurt by them but just simply did not like anybody small. Since I didnt have anyone around on a regular basis I just had to put her in her kennel when children did come. I know she needed to be taught...

 

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Can I Freeze Stuffing?
I freeze stuffing all the time. Its great to have stuffing in Feb. without having to start from scratch!

 

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Cooking Questions from an Amateur?
Ditto on previous posts with this added: Salted butter has different amounts of salt, thereofre you cant be sure how much salt youre actually getting. If sodium is a concern this can make a big difference.

 

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Fed Up with Cat Clawing Everything?
I have to disagree with Kay when she says declawing doesnt hurt the cat. Yes, theyre asleep when its done but it actually amounts to having the ends of the claws cut off. Picture your fingers being cut off just below the nail. This is the only way to keep the...

 

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Why Do Shih Tzu Dogs Have Seizures?
There are several reasons for seizures. Im a 20-year veteran of veterinary hospital work and do not know of a predisposition for this breed to have seizures. Ask your vet. He/she is the only one who can tell you why your particular dog is having seizures.

 

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My Dog Smells But I Can't Give Him a Bath?
I would do what I did to my boys if we were somewhere without a lot of water (camping usually). I would wet a bath towel, wring it out, and wipe him all over. Im guessing your dog had surgery if he cant get a bath but you can wipe down all other parts of his...

 

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Using a Pressure Cooker on a Glass Top Stove?
I use it on mine with no problem.

 

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Moths Hatching from Parakeet Seed?
My husband and I used to have a pet store and had this problem until the rep told us to put it in the freezer for 24 hours. That always stopped it for us. Maybe you dont leave it long enough?

 

Flowered sheet, spools of thread, and scissors.

Use Sheets For More Than Covering Your Mattress
The first quilt (wasnt really) I ever made was from 2 twin sheets with fiberfill inside for each of my 2 boys. They were 2 & 3 at the time. When the youngest left for college 3 years ago the first thing he packed was his quilt. Great ides! Thanks.

 

Flowered sheet, spools of thread, and scissors.

Use Sheets For More Than Covering Your Mattress
The first quilt (wasnt really) I ever made was from 2 twin sheets with fiberfill inside for each of my 2 boys. They were 2 & 3 at the time. When the youngest left for college 3 years ago the first thing he packed was his quilt. Great ides! Thanks.

 

Tea towel cut for bib and decorated with Valentine's Day motif.

Valentine Towel Bibs
My stepdad is 91 and has Parkinsons and often has a hard time hitting the hole when he eats. Im going to make him a couple of these with some sort of mannish theme. He usually has a bath towel draped around his shoulders and it slides and still makes a mess...

 

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Hairspray for Fine Hair?
I use Dove and like that it holds LIGHTLY and my hair is not too awfully stiff. Ive used some that actually held better but then I could do that with lacquer!!

 

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Enjoy a Peaceful Ride Home
Anybody can tell you were a mom before you were a grandma! It takes awhile to think of this stuff and usually by that time the kids are gone and you cant use it!

 

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8 Year Old Is Now Afraid of Sleeping Alone?
Maybe you could get a monitor that will allow you to talk to each other so if he gets fearful he can speak to you and you to him. Maybe thats more like a walkie-talkie. Also, maybe you could offer some sort of reward for staying at least part of the night in...

 

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Fried Eggplant Was Too Oily?
Just do what we did. When I first married my husband I had never even seen an eggplant, much less cooked one. After tasting my attempt my dear sweet husband who will eat anything that doesnt eat him first said to me, Ill make yo a deal. I wont ask for eggplant...

 

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Should I Use Blue Painter's Tape When I Paint?
The tape really helps do a better job of making sharp edges. You need to press it down tightly along the edge that youre painting against but if your brush is too wet it can seep over. I dont press it tightly all over, just along the edge. Its a lot of trouble...

 

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Removing Smoke Smell From Wood Table?
Im betting youre going to get advice about using vinegar...seems to show up a lot on here! I would wipe it down really good with vinegar and dry it well with a towel and then leave it out in the sun for awhile but not long enough to fade it and certainly not...

 

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Moving Without Selling Current House?
My husband and I found a piece of property he just couldnt live without so we snapped it up before we sold our other place. That was 18 months ago and the first home still hasnt sold. We have had to rent it out against our better judgment but it will be better...

 

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Fixing Leftovers Instead Of Throwing Them Out
My husband says a wife can throw out more with a teaspoon than a husband can bring in with a shovel but your husband doesnt have to worry about that! Good thinking!!

 

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Cleaning Cat Urine Off Luggage?
I would cut, clip, or chop the cardboard from the bottom and wash it. It cant be used as it is! As for the other pieces, I know of a product called Natures Miracle that is an emzyme eater and I know for a fact it will remove odors of urine. Weve carried it...

 

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Understanding CT Scan Results?
You should be able to directly speak to the doctor and ask this question. Maybe you should be sure you are listed on your mothers medical record as a person who is allowed to get information concerning her. Dont worry about this until you can speak to the doctor...

 

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What Religion is Your Bra? - A Joke
What would you call mastectomy bras? Holders of False Idols? Stands for graven images? I dare not put a name of a religion here!!!

 

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Use Vegetable Shortening for Very Dry Skin
Dont you have to worry about grease on your clothes?

 

Removing Smoke Stains On Stuffed Animals?
They say you can put silk flowers in a bag with baking (or washing) soda and shake to remove dust. Wouldnt hurt to try. Then you could use a nozzle on the vac to remove left overs.

 

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Old "Washing Clothes" Recipe
This reminds me of the grandmother who asked her grandaughter which of her modern things in the kitchen she most appreciated. The grandaughter couldnt decide between the self-cleaning oven or microwave or dishwasher. The grandmother smiled and said, Thats funny...

 

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Product Review: Bring It ON! It Really Works! Water Spot Remover
Well, thats just great news for me!! We also purchased a home from an older couple who allowed sprinklers to hit the windows and I had given up...until now. Ill try it. Thanks!!

 

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Help Choosing Groundcover?
We use Vinca on slopes like this and its worked out well. It is a vine with purple flowers in the spring and all you have to do is stick it in the ground. Its very easy to grow.

 

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Are Dog Parks Safe for My Puppy?
Make sure your pup has some vacs before mixing with other dogs.

 

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Removing Musty Smell From Vehicle Carpet?
Ive used a cat litter freshener (a powder by Arm & Hammer) on smelly carpet and it should work for the trunk of a car. Id sprinkle quite a bit of it and then leave the trunk open as long as you can and vac. it up after awhile but leave it as long as possible...

 

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Trying To Find Mosquito Fish?
I agree with previous posters. Just go to Walmart or some place that sells fish and buy the cheap little goldfish. They even live under frozen water through the winter.

 

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Potty Training Dance
Wow! What a terrific grammy you are! I think this is so much better than candy. Seems they get enough candy as it is. I sort of did this with my little doxie when I was training her. I would clap and give a couple of litle hops and say, Yeah Lucy!! What a good...

 

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Water Down Dish Detergent To Save Money
I did that with shampoo when my boys were young. They poured a HANDFUL so I mixed it with water and a handful didnt cost quite as much anymore!

 

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Fixing Lifted Wood on Dresser?
You can redampen it if you need to in order to be able to GENTLY get underneath with some glue. My carpenter son uses Gorilla Glue and says it WILL NOT move again. Just squirt some under there and press it down in place then weight it down with something. I...

 

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Toddler Mother's Day Craft?
My boys and I did a hand print tee shirt for their dad when they were little guys. I used a black shirt and white paint. After patting their hands in the paint I would hold them by the wrist and sort of shake the hand to loosen the fingers and quickly plop...

 

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What to do With Collard Stems?
I think all you can do with them is compost.

 

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Stripping Paint From Wooden Walls?
Ive refinished some oak doors in our home but never walls. What I used was a gel stripper (dont remember the name) and I just painted it on, waited awhile then scraped the paint off. This left a fairly clean surface that I then sanded, stained, and sealed. Worked...

 

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Missing Socks Poem
Well, all I can say is STUPID MAGAZINE!! This is cute and possibly the best reason Ive heard for the missing sock problem. I dont have your early marriage and motherhood history but I have reared 3 boys, had cancer twice, and lived with their perfectionist...

 

Bird on flowering branch.

Be Patient And Prepared For Photo Opportunities
What a beautiful picture! Last year I had 3 hummingbird feeders hanging from the eaves of my home in front of my windows and I saw 40 at one time eating (if you can accurately count hummers!) or waiting to eat from them. I took numerous pictures and use one...

 

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Are You Guilty, Too? A Poem
Boy, that sure sounds like my house!

 

Yellow Memorial Flowers

Yellow Memorial Flowers
My son stuck a pinwheel in my flower bed when he was packing to go to Afghanistan (a toy from his past) and I kept it there until he got back then decided to leave it until they ALL came back. Its right outside my front door and reminds me to say a prayer for...

 

Getting Rid of Weeds To Plant Ground Cover?
Yep, I agree with Missoure Mom. If you dont dig out the root theyll come back. I kiiled some posion ivy with boiling water a few times. Maybe this would help. I boiled a tea pot of water and poured it directly in the plant very close to the ground so it would...

 

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Ideas for Tin Can Birdhouses?
Just a THOUGHT cause I dont KNOW...would cans possibly be too hot for baby birds? If not, Id like to try that idea, too.

 

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Can I Give My Dog Canned Soup?
If you can eat it USUALLY your dog can eat it (exceptions exist: chocolate, grapes, others). However, dog food is formulated for a dog and people soup may not have what a dog needs. As a supplement to dog food it is probably fine except that the dog is not...

 

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Shelf Life Of Imitation Crab Meat?
I dont know about shelf dates or times for crab meat but I do know a bit about eating bad foods and I feel very conifident in saying if you were going to have a problem you would have already had it. You can always call your dr.

 

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Getting A Cat To Stop Scratching Without Declawing?
I agree with MCW. The spray bottle works and a post with catnip will be welcome. My neighbors have leather furniture and a large cat and nothing is scratched. That cat has worked over the post and loves it.

 

Adult Cat Nursing on a Male Cat?
Shes not hurting anything by doing this. One theory is that she was weaned too early. They take comfort in doing this. Some people want to stop it because its embarrassing for THEM but the cats enjoy it.

 

What breed is my dog?
oh dear! I had to chuckle when I read Ivorylovs post: Is she a good dog with ppl, men, and kids? I know what was meant but it sounded funny to hear men being separated from people. Most wives would sometimes agree! =(^.^)=

 

A get well card with a butterfly on a lilac blossom.

Flowers for an ICU Patient
Thats a terrific idea and (I think) so much better than a purchased card...although those are very welcome also. This shows you were thinking about the person for quite awhile and willing to put some work into a presentation. Ive spent a fair amount of time...

 

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Keeping Berries From Settling At Top Of Jam?
Mine does that and we just stir before serving.

 

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Preventing Rust Rings
Ive tried ideas similar to Claudias and LI Roes ideas but I cant get the males in my house to put the stupid things back in the spot! Sort of goes along with the trait of dropping dirty laundry right beside the hamper instead of IN it! Just might do this polish...

 

King (Pit Bull?)
I would agree. Looks pit to me.

 

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Keeping Drains Clean?
I pour about 1 cup of soda in the drain followed by about 2 cups of vinegar. When the bubbling has stopped I pour about a tea pot full of boiling water in. Sometimes I stop the drain up with the lever and use a plunger while the soda/vinegar stuff is working...

 

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Rust Stains On Vintage Fabric?
I havent tried it (cause I cant find it!) but my mother tells me there is a product called Wink that will remove rust. She lives in Mississippi and Im on the west coast so maybe its only found over there...I need to try it on some vintage table runners. I did...

 

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St. Bernard With Skin Problems?
Skin conditions on dogs are so varied that there are specialists just for them! You really need to see your vet and get a correct diagnosis. You could spend a small fortune trying one thing and another and still have a miserable dog. Id start with making an...

 

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Removing Urine From Clothing?
Washing hasnt done it?

 

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Potty Training A Insecure Puppy?
Im not there but I suspect you may not wait long enough when youre out. If and when she does her thing outside I would make a big production of it in a nonthreatening way. Lots of good girl and pats and praise. My doxie did that for awhile and I just stayed...

 

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Make Refrigerator Pie Crust Taste Better
Ill have to try that! I cook mainly from scratch but I REALLY dont like making pie crusts and my husband swears he can tell the difference. Ill see if this will fool/pacify him.

 

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Organize Notes Into Sections of a Spiral Notebook
I use an idea similar for our daily stuff except I use a 3 ring binder so I can add pages. Ive seperated it with dividers and labeled them for what we need. I have a section for phone notes/messages, farming (when the hay was plantged or cut), animals (when...

 

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Will An Air Fern Hurt My Puppy?
You should call your vet or try googleing it.

 

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Removing Body Odor Smell From Room?
I picked up a hint here that worked for me when I was trying to rid a room of the smell of a smoker. I put a small bowl of coffee grounds in the room on the dresser, closed the door for a few days and the smell was gone. I had already aired the room our and...

 

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Removing Beer Bottle Labels?
I dont know why they would be any different from any other bottle label. I fill bottles and jars with water. lay them on their sides with the label down in a sink full of water, and soak for as long as needed. Sometimes the glue is stubborn so I use a bit of...

 

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Prepare for Winter Before It Arrives?
I totaly agree with the Missouri mom and would add that you can stock up on food because its only going to get more expensive. Growing a garden and canning it will help. You may be able to find a gleaners club in your area so you can clean out commercial gardens...

 

Hanging Strawberry

Sharon's Hanging Garden
Is that REALLY enough dirt for a tomato plant?

 

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"Dream Pet" Likes Husband Better?
My dog sits in my lap, looks across at my husband minding his own business reading in his recliner, and she jumps down, runs to him and begs to be held! I love it!!! My last dog was terribly afraid of him for no reason and it really hurt his feelings and worried...

 

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