Keeping Preteens Entertained In Summer?
I would recommend The American Boys Handy Book or The Dangerous Book for Boys (links below). They have lots of outdoorsy and other really interesting activities. Is he a Boy Scout? Get him working on those merit badges! Also you could think about volunteering...
Ratio Of Flour To Sugar In Cakes?
I would try searching and/or asking here: http://www.realbakingwithrose.com/ She knows everything about cakes.
Keeping Clothes White In Well Water?
Some suggestions (I would try these one at a time until you find what works): 1. Good old-fashioned bleach 2. Bluing--helps if your whites are a bit yellow, like from bleach. (http://www.mrsstewart.com/) 3. Rit Whitener and Brightener (http://www.ritdye.com...
Cheap Ways To Display Pictures?
If you really want frames, you can find a surprising selection at dollar stores. You just have to pick through them to find something tasteful. And dont expect them to last forever.
Cleaning Gunk Around Faucets?
I just use an old, stiff toothbrush and lots of water. You might also be able to find a flat, stiff brush at a cleaning supply store that would work even better. My mom had a great one from Fuller Brush.