Organizing Your Food Stash
In order to do this you also need a lot storage space, which most people that live in apartments dont have. Why would a person need so much salt? I dont even use one box of salt a year.
Finding a Pro Bono Attorney?
I know people that have done that. However, where I live most of the attorneys do the first consultation free of charge, and that would be the time to ask about pro bono. The attorneys that have the free initial consultation have that listed right in their...
Birthday Gift Ideas for Boyfriend Who Likes Hunting and Fishing?
You could always give him an assortment of fishing tackle. It might not be the best in your price range, but it is the thought that counts. Maybe you could find an inexpensive DVD about hunting or fishing. But as young as you two are, you shouldnt be in such...
Painting Over Varnished Trim?
I guess I would rather ask pros than get advice from people that probably were using a trial and error method, and got a finish that they liked, but you might not like. From what I have seen on some of the home decorating shows on TV you either have to sand...
Thaw and Brown A Week's Worth of Ground Beef
I do this whenever I buy hamburger. I divide some of it up into meal size portions, uncooked, for when I want just plain hamburger patties and then some of it I crumble up and brown and divide it up into meal size portions for use in sloppy joes, goulash, stew...
Saying Yes to a Dance Invite?
If you want to go with him just say yes. Myself, I would decide he was too weird to be my boyfriend. Usually with boyfriends/girlfriends you dont have to be asked, it is taken for granted that if one decides to attend a function, the other one will go too.
Canning Plums?
Either google it or look in one of the canning books that eithr Kerr or Ball puts out.
Best Price for Nylon Net Material?
You could also google and see what you find. Also check in craft stores like Hobby Lobby and Michaels. Also some WalMart have fabric and craft departments.
Painting a Kitchen With Maple Cabinets?
Your cabinets and countertops are neutral colors, therefore any color that you like will go with them. Pick up some paint chips at the store, and see what colors you like.
Removing Black Permanent Marker from Clothing?
To cover the black marker, you could either applique a flower shape out of the same fabric as the skirt will be out of else embroider a flower in a matching color.
Cranberry Mayonnaise?
I came across this awhile back. I have no idea where I read it. Cranberry Mayo 1/2 tsp. mustard 2 1/2 Tbsp. mayo 2 1/2 Tbsp. cranberry sauce Mix together.
Making Your Hair Grow Faster?
Go ahead and try it---that is all you can do. To me, it sounds awfully messy. People have a certain type of hair that is intended for them. There is an over the counter supplement that you can buy that is supposed to help hair, skin and nails, but I dont know...
Glitter Fell Off of Dress?
I dont think there is anything that can be done about this. Had the dress been worn before? More than likely the glitter came off from sitting, instead of dancing. To me, it would be natural for glitter to come off in areas where it is rubbed.
Selling Porcelain Dolls?
You could try ebay. You could also call antique and collectables dealers in your area. What you get for them will depend on age, whether or not you still have the orgional boxes, and certificates of authenticity.
Best Selling Crafts?
A lot will depend on the area you live. Not all things sell equally in all parts of the country. You could go to etsy.com and see what people are selling there.
A Holiday Solution That Will Work All Year
How long solar lights stay lit depends on how much sun they get during the day. When it is cloudy all day, mine only stay lit for about two hours. Being LED, the lights that are supposed to be white or clear, look more like a light blue. Im not at all satisfied...
Cleaning a Polyester Scarf?
Everybody that I know uses Woolite to hand wash delicates, but what would be wrong with spot cleaning it? Polyester is washable.
Ideas for Girl's Second Birthday Party?
For a two year old, you dont need a special party theme or location. Have a few close family and friends in. Have cake and ice cream, and a few balloons for decorations if you feel you need decorations.
Affordable Nice Venue for Wedding and Reception?
Have it in your church and fellowship hall. They wont object to you bringing in your own food.
Asking My Boyfriend to Sadies?
Have you stopped to think if you ask him in public he might be embarrassed? Just ask him in private, like somebody approaching being an adult would do.
Molly (Dog)
My folks had a dog that climbed a tree, I dont know if it happened more than once. But one time when my brother was home on leave from the Marines, he saw the dog chasing a cat across the yard and of course the cat climbed a tree, and the dog went after it...
Buying Old Wood Windows for Crafts?
Some areas have a store Restore, they are operated by Habitat for Humanity. When people remodel their homes, they can take good items there to donate and they are sold quite cheaply. Also a lot of places have private businesses that are buy and sell salvage...
Making a Wire Coat Hanger Horse?
Even better, where do you get the wire hangers, unless you send a lot of things to the dry cleaners or laundry? I have never been real impressed with the weight of the ones from the cleaners and the stores where I live dont sell the wire ones any more. I would...
Reducing Noise from Children's Room in an Apartment?
There isnt a lot that can be done, other than carpeting the floors and I imagine that is already done. I have lived in ground floor apartments since 1984, and I dont mind the noise that kids make, near as much as the partys, and extremely loud music that young...
Removing Paint from Kitchen Cabinets?
The only ways that I know of is to either sand them or use some type of paint stripper.
Growing Tomatoes in Containers?
I have planted tomatos in five gallon buckets with holes punched in the bottom for drainage. I fill them to within about six inches from the top with soil. I use regular black dirt in the bottom half and potting soil in the top half. The reason I use black...
Seasoning Suggestions for Microwave Fries?
After you take them out of the microwave, I would think you could put any seasoning that you want on them.
Finding Deferred Billing Codes?
Sometimes when you order online different catalogs will offer different codes. Look on their websites.
Making a Copy on a Printer?
What do you mean make a copy on a printer? Number 1; you need what is referred to as an all-in-one printer, that you can print, copy and fax on. Then all you have to do is follow the directions that came with the printer. By doing that you should have no problem...
Home Remedy for Diabetic Foot Pain?
If it has officially been diagnosed as diabetic neuopothy, you doctor should have some suggestions.
Finding Barn Wood and Old Picket Fencing?
Basically you are either going to have to advertise for what you want or by word of mouth. However, it wouldnt hurt to drive around in areas that are being renovated, and out in the country looking for things that might be ready to be demolished. If you find...
Looking for Child's Pageant Dress?
You could also post on freecycle. However, I would suggest looking in Bridal stores.
Inexpensive Backing for a Latch Look Rug?
I have made a lot of latch hook rugs, but not for use on the floor. We have always used them as wall hangings. I have also given some as gifts, and I dont know how the people chose to use them.
Inexpensive Backing for a Latch Look Rug?
I have made a lot of latch hook rugs, but not for use on the floor. We have always used them as wall hangings. I have also given some as gifts, and I dont know how the people chose to use them.
First Birthday Party Ideas?
At your sons age, he isnt even going to know what a party is. Why bother having a party at that age, limit it to grandparents, aunts and uncles, and if any of those people have kids include them. Eliminate everybody else, that way, the kids can just play or...
Removing Facial Hair?
I use the finishing touch razor too, and I agree it is temporary, however, it does work. I guess it is no more temporary than men shaving or women shaving their legs and under arms. The best solution that I have come up with is going to a beauty shop and being...
Garnishing Student Loans for Back Child Support?
Most attorneys have first time consultations free of charge. Look in your phone book. Where I live, the attorneys that do that have it listed in their ads in the phone book. Also try to find a legal services provider. Just because you have a former felony conviction...
Garnishing Student Loans for Back Child Support?
Supporting your kids should be your number one bill. Why should the state support them? Also if a person has school loans in default, and the person is on social security, the social security can be garnished. School loans is one of the worst places to be in...
Advice for Teen Starting to Babysit?
Most thirteen year olds are perfectly capable of baby sitting. Is she around small kids a lot, so that she would know what to expect? Where I live kids are babysitting younger than that. By the time they reach their teens they are in more activities and arent...
Cleaning Microfiber Furniture?
I would probably have it professionally cleaned, that way you wouldnt end up with mixed spots and stains. A solid color is awfully hard to keep clean and if in the cleaning process it gets more damp in some spots, you might get uneven degrees of clean.
Removing Hanger Shoulder Bumps on Sweater?
What I have done with t-shirts and sweat shirts is when I get them on I wet my hands and rub them over the hanger humps, sometimes I have to do this several times, but it kind of works like ironing them would work. I finally splurged and bought a set of those...
Cucumbers Bitter?
My former mother-in-law said that happened when the cukes were allowed to get too large. I dont know if that is true or not, but I have never had any cucumbers that were bitter.
Selling Homemade Items Online?
There is a website called etsy.com that people use to sell their craft items. Go there and see what you can find out. You can also advertise your items locally. Just be sure that what you make is something that others want and that it is priced right. Also...
Shopping for a Garter Belt for Support Hose?
Did your doctor tell you to wear support hose? If so did he/she say the thigh high ones or specify any length? I would think if you were told to wear them by a doctor, they would have told you what length to wear. Also to get the proper size for yourself you...
Child Support and Disability?
Child support is usually figured on a percentage of the non-custodial parents income. It still takes a certain amount to raise a kid. Until my daughter was 20, my ex paid $300.00 a month in spite of the fact that she was also receiving a disability check. I...
Idea for a Gift from the Bride to Her Sons?
There is always a nice set of cuff links or a tie tac. No matter what type of life style a person lives there is always some occasion to use something like that. For something really unusual go online and look for Black Hills Gold. It is jewelry that is made...
Decorating Apartment Walls Without Painting?
I have lived in rentals off and on since 1964 and consistantly since 1983, and I just hang pictures, etc. on the walls. That is about all you can do. Check with your landlord, and see if he/she would allow you to paint, as long as when you move, you restore...
Decorating Apartment Walls Without Painting?
You can also get self adhesive wall paper that peels right off. I used to have a neighbor in the complex where I currently live that was always changing the border in her various rooms.
Asking 12 Year Old Boyfriend to Movies with Family?
I am 71 and I would say no, too. My thought is that 16 is plenty young to start dating and then only an occasional date, like for prom and homecoming with strict curfew of home by midnight. Also no going steady.
Keeping up with Dishes?
If the others are kids, you have to grow a backbone and become boss. If you cant make them do the dishes, put away all the extra dishes, so that you only have enough dishes available for four people. When they get hungry and dont see any clean dishes, they...
Real Estate Short Sale Process?
Ask your bank or mortage company that you have the mortage through. They are the ones that decide whether or not to accept an offer, and from what I have seen on HGTV, they can take how ever long they want to.
Canning Harvard Beets?
Are you using home grown beets or already canned beets? Myself I would just can the homegrown beets following the normal directions, then when you get ready to have them for a meal, follow your harvard beets recipe.
Volunteer While Looking for Work
They turned out well, however, I worked in a staffing service for several years and our thought was that volunteer work wasnt really dependable because if a volunteer doesnt feel like doing it on a given day, they dont have to.
Having Furniture Moved Across Country?
You will have to figure out a way to have it shipped out there. Try calling the different moving companies and get some prices.
Cleaning 1950s Formica Table?
I had one for years. It was new when I bought it in 1965. I just cleaned the top on a regular basis just like cleaning the counter tops. I have kicked myself several times for getting rid of it and getting a more modern one.
Ideas for Hair Styles for Prom?
Pull it up into a high pony tail, then make big, loopy looking curls and pin them into place with bobby pins, making sure to hide the pins in her hair. You will also have to make sure to have a quite large supply of the bobby pins on hand. You could also take...
Ideas for Rain Scarf Container?
The only thing I can think of is one of those newer style wallets that have the hard sides, and maybe for something smaller, you might be able to find a compact like thing, that is either used to keep pills in or one with a mirror in that would work. You will...
Buying Your First Christmas Tree and Decorations?
First of all I am a firm believer in artificial trees, as I have got older I also am a firm believer in the ones that come with the lights already on them. Putting the lights on a tree is the hardest part, especially as you get older. Depending on how tall...
Wedding Gift Money Amount?
Send whatever amount that you want to. I would say it would depend on how well you know the people, and how well to do you are.
Finding Christmas Help?
It would help if we knew where you live. However, why are you concerned about gifts for your grandaughter? Her parents should be doing that. I live off $600 a month retirement social security, and I spend about $40.00+ on my adult developmentally disabled daughter...
Cockroaches in the Bedroom?
It is hard to tell where they came from, but if you saw two, there will probably be more. If you see more, I would recommend calling an exterminator. A couple years ago I had a few in my apartment, and I tried different remedies on my own, mainly because I...
Food for 70 at Birthday Party?
Look in some of your cook books and see what they say. A lot of them, especially ones that are put out by churches and organizations have pages of information like that, either in the front or the back. That is an awfully big party for a one year old. What...
Using Biscuits to Make Turnovers?
I suppose you could, but I just dont think they would turn out the same. To me it seems like the biscuit dough would be courser.
Simple Canning Process?
You have to buy jars, and you will either need a pressure cooker or a hot water bath canner. You will need a special pair of tongs to get the hot jars of canned goods out of the canner. Then you will need a cool place like a unheated basement to keep the canned...
Dental Care With No Insurance?
I would look in the phone book, also contact your county welfare department, they might help with that or have an idea where to refer you. If they can help you financially they will need proof of income. If you have a dental school in the area check with them...
Scheduling Serving Turkey?
You should be able to find that information in a cookbook, also some of the plastic packaging that the turkey is in sometimes has that information on it. You could also google for the information.
Repairing a Car's Transmission?
Unless you are a trained transmission mechanic, I dont think you will be able to do it yourself.
Appropriate Diet For A Nine Year Old?
Let him eat what the rest of the family eats, only dont let him pig out. For snacks limit them to fresh fruit and veggies. Also make sure he does plenty of active play, instead of watching TV, playing video games, etc. I have a grandson that was overweight...
Setting Up Prelit Christmas Tree?
When I assemble mine (of course I have never had one that big), I plug the bottom section into an outlet so that the lights are on, Then when I put the next layer on I plug that into different plugs that are on the tree until that section lights up, and so...
Angel Tree Locations in Toledo, Ohio?
They should have been talking about it on the news and in your news papers, in your area. If you are wanting to add names to the tree to receive help, more than likely you are too late, because most of the charities have a cut off date of no later than Thanksgiving...
Finding Free Furniture in Wilmington North Carolina?
Talk to your pastor, there might be some people in the congregation that would have some. Also you could go to the Salvation Army (not the church, but the office) tell them what you need and they will give you voucher to take to their thrift store for free...
Organizing Toddler Shoes?
Have no more than two pairs, one for every day and one for dress up, and there wont be a problem.
Chili Recipe for 50?
A lot of cookbooks have this in them, especially the ones put out by churches. Whenever I make chili I use a lot more beans than meat. Sometimes for the liquid I use tomato juice instead of other tomato products. Then I use the packets of seasoning and onion...
Pre-lit Christmas Tree Assembly Instructions?
First put the stand on the bottom section, then plug that section into an outlet. Then put the middle section on, plug that into the bottom section outlet, to make sure you get it plugged in the right place and that it lights. Then do the same with the top...
Finding Christmas Help?
Most places have a cut off, of right around Thanksgiving. They have to do this in order to do the planning that they have to do. Speak to your pastor, a lot of times if a person attends a church regularly, the pastor will take up a special anonymous offering...
Finding Free Furniture?
The first place to check is with the Salvation Army. Got to their church office before going to the thrift store and ask for a voucher for the items you need. Then when you get the voucher go to their thrift store and if they have the items on hand you will...
Christmas Charities for Children's Gifts?
I have a hunch you are quite late to apply. Most of the charities have a cut off date of around Thanksgiving time. However, no kid needs to get more than one gift. You should be able to find some things at some of the dollar stores. Thrift stores also have...
Coupon Usage Cost Me More?
I have always found that buying the store brand is lower cost than buying more expensive brands using coupons. As a whole Im not that fussy about brands. There are a few brands that I wont switch out, but not too many. Also it does make a difference in the...
Christmas Charities?
The charities that I know of have a cut off date of just before Thanksgiving, and also a cut off age of 12 years. If you attend a church fairly often, speak to your pastor. A lot of times a pastor will take a special, anonymous offering for a needy member of...
Condo Management Company's Responsibility?
As a business owner/landlord, I would think you would have an attorney on retainer, or at the very least one that you have done business with before. Talk to that person.
Help for Christmas?
The charities that I am aware of have a cut off date for applications of right around Thanksgiving time. If you go to church speak to your pastor, sometimes they will take up a special anonymous offering for a member of the congregation. Arent there any grandparents...
Keeping a Journal?
You dont need a special journal for this. A lot of people use a spiral notebook, for a really inexpensive journal, but the discount stores all have pretty journals in there stationery departments. I dont know of any special journals to keep kids quotes.
Christmas Help?
Most of the charities that do things like that have a cut off date of right around Thanksgiving for applications. Examples: the Salvation Army, Toys For Tots, etc. At thrift stores you can usually find some real nice things, some of them are even brand new...
Making a Coat from a Woven Throw Blanket?
My guess is it would take two throws to make this the way you describe it. I think you would need to have a throw with an all over design, not just a centered design. Google the topic and see what you can come up with. Also look at patterns in the pattern books...
Hair Doesn't Curl Using Curling Iron?
My sister is a former hair stylist, and when I would complain to her about that, she always told me to use mousse in my hair before using the curling iron. It does eventually make the curling iron really messy. For my hair I also found it worked better if I...
Patterns Hole Punched Frozen Juice Tops?
Google free printable clip art. You will just have to make sure the designs are small enough to fit on the lids. Also if you see a larger design that you like you could cut the part that you like off and just use that.
Reducing Child Support Payments?
Between what your daughter gets for Social Security and what is being garnished from your checks, does that add up to the amount that you are supposed to be paying, or is it over the amount? If it adds up to the exact amount that is court ordered for you to...
Washing a Throw Rug?
That isnt a throw rug, it is an area rug. I really dont think it will fit, because of the nature of the rug. What I would do is get some of that foam type rug cleaner and clean it with that.
SSI Benefits and Child Support?
Contact your Social Security Office and talk to them. That is the best advice you will get.
Nature-Friendly Christmas Tree
My late mother did that once several years ago, only she used a much fuller branch and what she did was walk through our shelter belt, looking at branches that had fallen off the trees until she found the right one. She spray painted and put lights and ornaments...
Adult Daughter Does Not Give Mother Gifts?
I have a daughter that is 48 years old and basically does the same thing. It is always give me, give me. Never asking if I need help with something and she wasnt raised that way. I have two friends with daughters the same way. I have another friend that has...
Child Support and Disability?
Talk to your local Social Security Office and your local Child Support Office. They can help you with this question.
Freezing Luncheon Meat and Cheese?
I always freeze luncheon meat, but I dont know if freezing would affect the consistency of the cheese. It might depend on the cheese.
Cleaning Dingy White Collar on Colored Sweater?
If the collar is cotton, you can carefully dip it into a little bleach mixed with water, that you have a shallow container of some kind, then without laying the item down, hold the collar under running water to rinse the bleach out. My late mother taught me...
Using an Electric Wheelchair in Snow and Ice?
Contact the place where you purchased it. I have seen the power scooters get stuck in the snow. I do know from riding on the paratransit buses where I live, and seeing some of the riders with the power chairs and scooters, whenever there is any form of precipitation...
Making Coffee Without a Coffee Maker?
If you look hard enough you can find the type of coffee pot that you use on top of a stove. That is what my parents used until the day they died. I dont know if the pot comes with instructions but I bet if you google the topic you can find directions. I havent...
Making Coffee Without a Coffee Maker?
I just looked on Amazon and they have all kinds of stove top coffee pots (percolators). I also googled how to make coffee in one of these and there are detailed instructions. The only thing is they mentioned using some type of filter in the pot, but my folks...
Fund Raising Idea?
First find out if you can do a fund raiser for just one class room. Most schools do have fund raisers. Some food and paper products have the Box Tops for Education on them, and a lot of schools save them, having the students bring them from home. I have a niece...
Finding Free Furniture?
Go to the Salvation Army church office, and ask for a voucher for beds. Then you take that voucher to their thrift store and if they have the beds, they will give them to you. More than likely they wont be in real good condition. Most of the time you will have...
Buying Clear Glass Plates?
Have you checked in craft stores like Michaels and Hobby Lobby. Several years ago I found them at WalMart, but that was back in the mid-nineties. You could also check in thrift stores.
SSDI and Child Support Arrears?
Talk to your department of child support enforcement and your Social Security Office. None of us can really advise you.
Painting a Tile Floor?
My late mother used to paint our old worn out linoleum in the living room, dining room, and kitchen. There were a lot of times that we couldnt afford to buy new linoleum, so she made sure the floors were scrubbed, then she got down on her hands and knees with...
Matching Granite with White Appliances?
White, black, and grey are all considered neutral. In fact I have read several articles that refer to white and black as being no colors. basically it is a matter of what you like. I have never heard of anybody matching the color or appliances to anything. Appliances...
Sewing Machine Not Working Properly?
You might have to have it professionally repaired. On the other hand you could use a needle and thread and do the repairs by hand, if it is an emergency.
Holding Siblings Accountable for Back Child Support?
You are going to have to consult an attorney about this. But then on the other hand why hasnt he been paying child support? There is absolutely no excuse for an absent parent to not pay their child support.
Freezer Recipes for Golden Potatoes?
I dont see why you cant use these potatoes in any casserole recipe that calls for potatoes and then freeze the casseroles.
Finding Free Furniture?
Go to the office of the Salvation Army and tell them what you need, they will give you a voucher to take to their Thrift Store and if they have the items that you need, they will give it to you. They will only give free necessities, no TVs or electronics. You...
Asking Boyfriend to Sadies?
If he is your steady boyfriend, does he even have to be asked? When I was in school if people were boyfriend/girlfriend, it was taken for granted that you would attend special events together. Nobody had to be asked. But if you have to ask him, why not just...
Packing and Storing Books
My friends and I have quit loaning books to friends and family because we never get them back. I have a sister that borrowed a book from me about 10 years ago, that she still has. I asked her one time if she knew where it was because somebody else wanted to...
What is Sour Milk?
Whenever my late mother made a recipe calling for sour milk she would measure out the amount of milk called for, minus a few drops, then add just enough vinegar to make a full measure. However, milk does sour on its own. She also did the same thing for recipes...
Furniture Finish to Coordinate With Black...
Black is a neutral color or some people refer to it as a non-color. However, being it is a neutral, anything will work with it as far as wood goes. Also any wood tone is a neutral, as well as white. Depending on the color of your bedding, you could even use...
Collecting Social Security for Child of Deceased Parent?
Have you checked with your local social security office? Were you married? If you were married you and the child would be getting survivors benefits. I dont know how it will work if you werent married, but the Social Security office should be able to help you...
Applying for Social Security Benefits for Child of Deceased Father?
Go to you local Social Security Office and see what they can recommend. That would be the first step.
Applying for Social Security Benefits for Child of Deceased Father?
The birth certificate information should have been taken care of as soon as your son was born. Most hospitals have you fill out paperwork right away with both parents names on it, and the doctor signs it, and sends it on to the state. The paper work is usually...
Tax Refunds and Back Child Support?
You will have to contact your local Social Security Office and if they cant help you, consult an attorney.
Treating Psoriasis?
I had psoriasis on my scalp a few years ago. The dermatologist prescribed a special shampoo and lotion for it. He told me to come back in three months and was amazed at how much it had improved in that amount of time. Have you been to a doctor to actually have...
Coloring Your Hair After a Perm?
My sister is a retired hair stylist and always said a person should wait three months between chemical processes on their hair. I guess I would go to the same stylist that did your perm.
Using a Curling Iron?
It has to be turned on. If you are worried about getting burned, you just have to be a little careful. However, if it was turned off, you would have to hold the curling iron in place for a lot longer, than when it is warm. Another thing, I am assuming you if...
Finding Free Used Appliances?
Go to the office for your local Salvation Army and tell them what you need and they will give you a voucher to take to their thrift store, to get what you need free, providing they have the items. However, a lot of times when you get free stuff you have to...
Mother's Day Meal?
Call it whatever you want. From what I have always heard, brunch is in the late morning. It is a combination of breakfast and lunch. Where I live people dont worry about things like that. I would assume being it is for Mothers Day, it is for immediate family...
Back Child Support and SSI?
You will have to go to the child support enforcement office, and maybe the Social Security Office for advice.
Perfume Similar to "Paris" by Coty?
The only perfume I can think of(and I grew up and was a teenager in the 40s-50s) was one called Evening in Paris. If that is the one you mean, there is a website/catalog called Vermont Country Store, that has all kinds of old time things in it, including the...
