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My Dog Died Suddenly?
First I am so sorry for your loss. Anyway ask your vet. No I have not had that kind of thing happen, but maybe she was choking on something.

 

Puppy and kitten.

Healthy Pets: 5 Tips For Organic Flea Control
actually the dicamateuas earth DOES kill the fleas. it killed 10 on my cat several months ago. that was all i did was the DE. along with flea comb the night before. what i did do wrong was put to much of it on her and me.

 

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Not Receiving a Magazine Subscription?
it sounds like maybe somebody is taking your copy. i would contact country woman directy. they are a great mag.

 

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Reviews of Snoring Aids?
Be careful he might have sleep apnea. I do and use a cpap machine. (continuous positive air pressure). I snored very loudly, I am told.

 

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Pumpkin Cake Dessert
yes the cake with blueberry or apple or cherry is called a dump cake. no milk or eggs tho are needed with that. you just DUMP it all into pan and bake.

 

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Baking Powder For Glowing Skin
baking soda yes but not baking powder.

 

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Eat A Leaf Of Poison Ivy To Prevent Reactions
Rexe, I hope you never do this. I know this has already been said but dont try it.

 

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Making a Dessert To Be Sold at a Charity Function?
Sad to say but just so you know that you dont get burned. My church isnt allowed to make and sell any food for money. It is something new with the health dept that says nothing that is made in a home kitchen is allowed to be sold.

 

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Using Sand Dune Sand In Fish Tank?
Sand dunes in Maryland are protected places. I would not recommend destroying that protection of your sea shore.

 

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Washing Dreadlocks?
eww. Think of all the dirt wrapped up in those things. The tv show What not to wear actually had a guest on yesterday with dread locks. They are not appealing nor is the person approachable.

 

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Making Compost With Pet Waste?
Anything that eats meat, their poop is trash.

 

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Dog Will Not Come Inside?
I would suggest not putting her outside at night and leaving her there. Maybe something outside is scaring her. Keep her in at night.

 

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Why Does My Water Smell Like Rotten Eggs?
Yes, I agree well water. I had a well in Florida. Sometimes it would smell bad, but mostly it was ok.

 

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Homemade Heat Pack Gets Wet?
Mine stinks too. Both the one I bought and the one I made stink.

 

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Bugs With Split In The End?
Hi Beth. Yes it does sound like earwigs. ewwh. I used to live in Middleburg, FL. Then I came home to Baltimore, MD. We lived on Snap Court off Everett Road past the fire dept.

 

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Blocked Caller Getting Through?
If you have caller id, keep it logged in your phone and maybe take pictures of it or something and then call the phone company.

 

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Gift Ideas for Pet Lovers
thank you for the thought. ally goes to the same family every time i have to be away which isnt often. they use the same vet and thats really easy

 

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5 Year Old Misbehaving at School?
I am a sub teacher. I see parents all the time cuddling the kids telling them to oh be quiet and the parent is scared half to death. You be firm with her and tell her she must not talk in school. If she isnt quiet maybe the teacher and you can work out a punishment...

 

Dog Getting Her First Period (Heat)?
I strongly encourage you to have her spayed. Unless you are a professional breeder please do not increase the animal population. There are pros out there who do this and those dogs end up in the pound. It is also best to have her spayed before the onset of...

 

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Use Lidocaine To Ease Mammogram Pain
yes the lotions can distort the film somehow

 

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Crustless Egg Custard Recipe?
are you talking about an IMPOSSIBLE PIE? i dont have recipe in front of me. but you put it in a blender and whirl it and put in dish and bake. email me if you think thats it. sandysheep 1 @ yahoo.com take away all the spaces

 

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Use a Wooden Spoon to Prevent Tears
you probably dont cry because you are laughing so hard with a wooden spoon in your mouth

 

What Breed Is My Dog? (German Shepherd Mix)
megan. i couldnt tell you what breed he might be. but i have ally my mix breed and before her i had glory a mixed breed. i also loved them both more than explanation can allow. you have a lovely dog there.

 

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Use Produce Bags to Cover Your Casseroles in the Fridge
i dont know that i would do that. what was in that bag when you brought it home and where had that stuff been before that?? is the bag clean, did it have bleach in it, or did you put dried goods in there that had dirt on them.

 

What Breed Is My Dog?
Funny, I think her coloring reminds me of my terrier mixes.

 

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Will Mineral Powder Cover Blemishes?
i have been using mineral makeup by loreal. i have pimple from rosacea along with the red skin. i get the best compliments now that i never did of course with no makeup. i even get the word stunning and lovely.

 

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Will Mineral Powder Cover Blemishes?
sorry but my loreal makeup is mineral and powder. i recommend it to everyone.

 

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Keeping a Lighter Where You Can Find It
i dont see what you have done. i can never find a match or lighter when i need them.

 

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Noise Device to Repel Cat?
i would also spray her with water. i also have heard they dont like aluminum foil on their paws. maybe put that in places you have found her foot prints. you can also call the county animal place and they can contact the owners for you. and give them a ticket

 

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Reinforcing Leather Gloves?
what if you put a pair of latex exam gloves over the leather ones.??

 

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Cardamom Recipes?
How about St. Lucia cookies and or buns? They are Swedish like laniegirl said. Try them, very good

 

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Gooding and Ducklings (Muscovy Duck)
congrats granny duck. they are adorable

 

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School Lunch Tips
i know parents send thier kids to school with good intentions. BUT the majority of kids i see where i substitute either dont eat any of the lunch packed and or throw the most of it away. ,,many kids just sit there. first thru 5th grade i see every day completly...

 

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Sleeveless Shift Dresses?
hi from arbutus, md. what about vermont country store?? i get their book and they do have dresses in there.

 

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Tips for Frugal School Lunches
i am sick at heart when i see what all the kids throw away. some buy their lunches and dont touch anything on the tray and it goes into the trash. others get all snack junk food and they eat all that salt and sugar. others wont eat any of the fairly good lunches...

 

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Who Should Pay To Have My Carpet Cleaned?
my question is how did you get it home and into the room without it spilling?? the lid was secure enough for that.

 

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Adding Crystal Light To Water?
i say water is water. crystal light has chemicals. water has no chemicals if you use a filter.

 

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Fabric Pillow Panel Mini Garden Flag
wouldnt that regular material get moldy?? i had thought about cloth but then the mold came to mind and said no.

 

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Substitutions For Fennel In Recipes?
The fennel is called for because of the flavor for that recipe. I dont like fennel either but I wouldnt make a recipe calling for it either.

 

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Video Game Review: Mysteryville
it looks like a medium/woman who practices black magic there in the picture. i would not give that to my kids or anyone

 

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Ice Cube Trays?
ice cube trays get them at local stores.

 

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How Frequently Can You Breed A Dog?
i cant help but encourage you to leave the breeding to the pros. many people think their dogs have the best nature etc. but there are just to many dogs out there. i am not saying you dont care about your dogs. i love my baby. but she was an unwanted dog i got...

 

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Saving Money on Packed Lunches
i have worked at an elementary school now for 2 years. i am AMAZED at all the food that is thrown away during lunch time. unopened packs of real fruit, full containers of spaghetti, bread, many veggies. full juice boxes. i am not a mom but seeing all the food...

 

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Set Up The Kiddie Pool In The Kitchen
great---my friend puts the kiddie pool on her back porch that has a roof. the kids go in and out of it all day.

 

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Removing a Snake from a Home?
There are all kinds of animal catchers in Florida. Call your fire house or police department non emergency number. They will put you in touch with someone.

 

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Extra Service Charges on My Verizon Bill?
Sandy here. Problem taken care of. Verizon has put a bill block on my phone bill.

 

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Earigate Reviews?
I work at a drs office. We irrigate patients ears with a large syringe. They really dont like to hear that patients are doing this kind of thing themselves. Our office is very old school and very cautious. I would recommend calling your drs office before spending...

 

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Use Play Money To Reward Good Behavior At The Store
funny i learned to behave with no rewards. i behaved because it was expected of me

 

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Puppy Peeing in Crate?
maybe the crate is to big for her. let her outside right before bed and restrict water for 30 mins before bed -- of course dont take her for a run and get her purposely thirsty either.

 

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Knifty Knitter Hat Is Too Large?
What kind of yarn did you use?? I have a knifty knitter too and the holes are so big it would be useless to knit anything and was wondering if it was the kind of yarn I had.

 

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Dog Is Frightened Of Boyfriend?
It sounds like you already know what to do. Get rid of the boyfriend.

 

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Handling An Out Of Control Child With New Baby?
It doesnt sound like a medical problem but bad behavior. The child needs discipline. I have seen many parents today asking the child what to do. The parent is the adult not the child. She needs to learn to behave and the way she will learn is for her adults...

 

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Creamy Ham and Noodle Salad
robin i love your recipes. but are you sure you use sweetened cond milk in this??

 

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Rescuing Baby Rabbits!?
I suggest finding a wildlife rehabber in your area. here is a lady that is a certified rehabber in the next county out of Baltimore. I have taken birds there.

 

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Keeping the Fitted Sheet on the Bed?
I have the same problem. I use garter clips. they are made especially to keep sheets in place.

 

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HDTV Converter Problems?
Not all stations are televising in hi def yet. I would think that would be the problem.

 

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Staining Particle Board Flooring?
I plan on doing the same thing when i empty the room of current furniture. I saw it on hgtv several months ago. maybe search it there. My plan is to steam clean it with a steamer then sand it where it needs it. Then put a light color stain on and wipe it off...

 

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Clothes Hanging In Closet Are Stained?
how about putting them in the washing machine and washing them?

 

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Bling Shoes
i hope you are kidding about the $20.

 

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A Guide To Household Recycling?
I also would like to recycle, but alas I dont have the room either. I live in a condo. Very small. Right now I have 3 paper bags full of paper. Yes recycling is a great idea but when you live somewhere, that you dont have access to the outside, etc, you are...

 

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Dealing With 3 Year Old's Tantrums?
First of all dont reward him just for stopping. We pitched fits and didnt get rewards. I work in the elementary school here. He throws a fit, dont talk to him let him be. You know ignore him. As long as you are paying attention to him he has you. The kids that...

 

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What Is This Kitchen Tool Used For?
thank you ladies. the only difference on my bakery roller is my rollers are wood. thank you again sandy

 

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Chickie (Ameraucana/EE Chicken)
am i the only one? i can hardly see the chicken for the lines or something

 

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Recipe For Straw Jello?
I agree it must be strawberry abbrv.

 

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Advice For Transitioning From Elementary to Junior High School?
Hi there. I am a substitute teacher in elementary school. I see kids all the time trying to act older. Dont. Try to be yourself, be open and friendly. Remember all the other 7th graders are there for the 1st time too. Going to the school ahead of time is a...

 

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Advice For Cleaning Up and Getting Rid Of Stuff?
Thank you all for your tips. Flylady really bogged me down. I have joined 2 different times. I get bogged in the emails and couldnt keep up with that. That really was making me go in the other direction. I have some men coming to fix some stuff next week. I...

 

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Crockpot Pineapple Bread
do you just use a metal coffee can in a regular crockpot?? i have seen recipes for this kind of stuff but am afraid to put that in my pot.

 

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Finding a Playmate for My Dog?
i have a neighbor that my dog loves to play with her dog. i actually set up play times-3 times per week. the woman is a little nutty and she couldnt abide the play date times. she would come to my apartment at 11pm and want the dogs to play. 1 day she got really...

 

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Harassing Neighbor?
1st be careful. Yes people and their behaviors are becoming stranger and stranger. How about having a tape recorder at the window. Then you would have proof of what is being said. when you hear them coming turn on recorder. You could also sit outside very still...

 

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Flying Ants?
The same type thing happened here last week but it was only 2 nights. I own my condo. The association has a pest man coming out tomorrow to look at my walls or something. I think they were termites. They had wings. The weird thing was first I found a real bull...

 

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Sweat Seems To Bleach Everything I Use?
I suggest you speak with your doctor. I have never heard of this symptom but you should speak with someone about it. You could have a high salt content or ph out of wack, etc.

 

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Removing Body Odor Smell From Room?
have you tried cleaning it??? all the plug in things do are cover up and mask. yes i would clean every inch and every thing in there. open the windows too.

 

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How Can I Keep My Hand-held TVs Working After Digital Switch?
wow i have in my emergency kit a radio combo with a tv. never thought about the digital switch. dont know what will happen

 

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Make Wiping Squares to Save on TP
I clicked on the feedback cause I wanted to see what other people said. I am the first to respond. TP is very expensive and you throw it away. I work 2 jobs. I could make this for myself. could you email me directions of how exactly you did the sewing and what...

 

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Finding a Dog a New Home?
Have you tried the spca? They would take him, but do you want to keep him? Try your church maybe someone would be willing to babysit until you are able to care for her/him again.

 

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Grandma's Cookie Jar Poem
mary i have tried to figure out how to send you an email through thrifty fun and cant seem to find it. i collect cookbooks do you? sandysheep1 @yahoo.com

 

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Rottweiler's Mysterious Death?
i am also very sorry for your loss. i had to put down my first dog glory and it was awful. i am sorry also to have to agree with it soundss like poisen

 

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Getting Detergent Stains Out Of Clothing?
am i wrong but i put my clothes in my front load washer and put the detergent in and it goes right on the clothes.

 

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Graduation Party Ideas: Elementary Education Major?
How about making a bulletin board of yourself? I am a substitute teacher. Today the teacher herself was the student of the month. She had photos of herself along with a questionaire. She had it on the bulletin board where the students were once students of...

 

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Suggestions For Dealing With Sleep Apnea?
sandy the snorer here. thank you all for the advice. i am in the process now of getting a company to supply me with a new mask etc. i am sure that is what is wrong.

 

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Four Steps For Clean Showering
i am glad i am not the only person confused here. why would you want to wash the same body 3 times with an optional 4th???.?.?

 

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Craft Ideas For Mission Trip?
how about some of the thrifty crafts on this site. there is one on this very newsletter. coffee cans, beads and some other containers and paper could make a storage something

 

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Puppy Barks When Yelled At?
they are never to young to learn. but DONT yell at her. she was just having fun. it is YOUR problem the stuff was not put away.

 

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Planning a Baby Shower?
I would suggest you not giving the shower yourself. You are her mother. Though you know her needs, it isnt really appropriate. Ask some of her friends.

 

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Anyone Have Tips for Thrush?
God is good Connie. He will take care of you. remember you are in the shadow of His wing--comforting

 

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Is Store Bought Shredded Mulch Safe In The Garden?
i dont know why it wouldnt be. it does have chemicals on it but if it wasnt safe they wouldnt sell it like that.

 

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Stacking Wire Shelves Make Great Space Savers
i live in a condo. and i have stuff from my patents and then of course me. parents are gone and have gotten rid of alot. my problem is i put things in a place and then put same type things somewhere elese. i am not an organized person either.

 

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What a Kid Wants for Gifts
I give what I can find. I frequent yard sales and buy what is new. I dont like giving money ever cause I dont want them to buy things I dont like.

 

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How To Get A Dog To Like You?
I have learned a lot from its me or the dog on animal planet. You be the one to feed her, walk her and tend to her. When you come into the room give her a treat, and tell her what a good girl she is .

 

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Help With 4 Year Old Male Cat That is "Leaking" Often?
I work at a human drs office. You are describing what sounds like a urinary tract infection. If it is and not treated they can be very dangerous in humans so iIguess in animals too. I hope you got some help from humane society or try the spca. or even calling...

 

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Winterizing Your Steel Doors
wow does that really work? i live in a condo and we have steel doors also.

 

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Link: Hometown Favorites For Hard-To-Find Items
vermont country store is something like this. but hometown has much more food. very good site.

 

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Bulk Firefighter Charms For Wedding Favors?
Oriental Trading Company sells by bulk. We have gotten stuff for sunday school there. Try it.

 

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Registering For Wedding Gifts When You Don't Need Anything?
you can get landscaping stuff. or stuff that you will need but will always run out of. paper towel, toilet paper, sandwich bags, computer spray air, rubber bands, stamps and return address labels.cleaning stuff. craft projects.

 

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Getting Rid Of Iris Flowers?
gosh i wish i lived close i would come and dig them up and bring them here.

 

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Understanding CT Scan Results?
i work at a drs office. they are happy to speak with the family about situations like this. please call them. i dont know what the information means but the dr obviously does.

 

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Using Rid-X on Dog Feces?
why would you do that?? the poop does need to be cleaned up. at least here in arbutus, md it is the law, in fact i guess it is the law everywhere. rats eat it.

 

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Too Much Junk Mail?
they want charge card information and my social security numbers. to much information. when i get unsolicited mail i take out the envelope and put my own pre printed letter in the postage paid envolope. i then mail the names and address and email address they...

 

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Dog Treats to Put in Kong Toy?
I use peanut butter, canned veggies, canned soup, or dog food. I then put it in the freezer make sure it is frozen for several hours or over night. Ally loves her Popsicles.

 

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Removing Smoke Smell from Apartment?
I have owned my condominium since 2001. Its been fine Up Until the Last Tenant living below me they smoked pot now theyre gone now the people that live there now smoke cigarettes theyre nice and seem responsible but they are still renters and they smoke and...

 

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Getting Rid of Poop Odor?
I would hope you wont as one person said get rid of your dogs. My dog yes, does poop inside the house. I have a hard time getting up the steps to get outside. I just clean it up and flush. Its not the best, but it is what it is.

 

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Sites Similar to Thriftyfun?
I just tried to go to wastenothing.com and there isnt a site called that. Any ideas?

 

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Saving Money on Window Cleaner
alcohol and amonia sounds like a deadly combination to me. alcohol is fumy and of course so is amonia.

 

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Neighbors Cook with Curry?
i also have air purifiers that really help out the smell situations. they are just air cleaners, i cant stand glade and all that smelly stuff. i have heard from several friends that when they lived in apartments there were many forieners that cooked with different...

 

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Newspaper Pots
Did I miss something? Why do you do this?

 

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'Chocolate Covered' Themed Birthday Party?
well i hope you have a great party and a great birthday. you could use choclate as prizes for games. have you even seen the i love lucy episode where they are making chocolates. i bet your mom or grandparents have. very funny.

 

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Buying My Kids a Dog?
first of all go to the spca without the kids. talk with the adoption counselors. then go and meet the dogs. the dogs can pretty much adopt you.

 

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Can I Freeze Kale?
SANDY HERE. well i added a can of beef gravy to the soup. that helped alot. tastes very good now. i had to do with what i had. yes i really like kale with sausage but didnt have any. THANK YOU ALL yes i have now frozen the kale

 

Valentines Through The Years
how wonderful. except from my mother and a couple friends i have never been anyones valentine. wanted to be but it never happened. i get a little jealous when i see wonderful things like that. i pray there are more men out there loving their wives like your...

 

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Painful Pressure in the Back of the Head?
I highly recommend having a family doctor examine him and then encourage that dr to order tests until the problem is solved.

 

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PayPal Reviews?
Yes it does Lori. I am sorry about that. I have also had the same sort of problem just not online.

 

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Hosting a 'Nuts and Mints' Reception for 100 People?
I havent heard it called that. You could set out several different kinds of nuts and I would think some fruit or dried fruit. Mints like that are confectioners mints and either red and white or green and white hard mints. I assume there will be another reception...

 

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Using Loreal's Mineral Powder Makeup?
hi tracy. sandy from baltimore here. i am still getting compliments. i would strongly encourage you to go to the store ( i went to cvs but i guess any drug store chain). i bought the shade that i thought would match me and i think it was the right choice. people...

 

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Why Does My Dog Rub It's Butt On The Ground?
His anal glands are clogged. The glands normally unclog when going poop, but in some dogs it is very common to not unclog. The liquid is very stinky.

 

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Grow A Holiday Tree Year Round
funny i have never had a holiday tree. i have had a Christmas tree. and yes i have seen many of those in the house and then planted outside later.

 

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Purchasing a Steam Cleaner?
sandy here. i dont need a carpet clean-already have one of those. this is to steam hard surfaces like the bathtub and tile.

 

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Add Mouthwash To Your Steam Cleaner
what kind of steamer do you have?? i would like to get a steam machine to clean the kitchen and bathroom. but i dont see much advertising for them. i cant really carry anything heavy.

 

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Cheap Wedding Sites in Baltimore, Maryland?
There are so many churches around here (in the Catonsville area anyway) it is good to be a member of the church and get married there and then go to their hall or auditorium. Then you can have it catered by professional or have many of your friends make hor...

 

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Ionic Cell Cleansing Foot Bath?
They can say anything, but how do You know if the toxins are removed? You are relying on them to tell you what has happened. I would search on the internet and maybe do a safe cleanse at home or talk to a homeopathic dr first.

 

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Books to Start a School Library?
a man around here goes to the local post offices and gets the book club books. i get some wonderful books from him. the book clubs dont want to pay for the books to be returned so the post office has to destroy or give away the books.

 

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Preparing For A Winter Power Outage
i also am very prepared as possible. my problem is i have no fireplace. i had a severe ice storm about 12 years ago. i didnt go to a hotel......no money. but i had a thermous and went and got it filled with hot water and coffee in the morning. nowadays i have...

 

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How Do I Stop my Dog Ripping Up Paper?
i have ally who eats out of my trash. ie if i forget trash is at my chair and go to bed. i get up the next morning and there are shreds of a wrapper or napkin where she has + eaten the aroma on the napkin.

 

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Sweet 16 Party for a Boy?
i have never heard of a sweet 16 for a boy. But I am wondering about your last sentence. Why has no one ever shown up? just a thought.

 

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How Do We Help a Friend with Metastasized Cancer?
sandy here just with an updatS Thank you all for the wonderful posts. she is only 50 so There is no medicare. She is coming home with visiting nurses and they will do an evaluation. She will have oxygen and a hospital bed. She is going to our other friends...

 

My Frugal Life: Frugal in England
You go girl. I pick up freebies everywhere; thrift stores and garage sales are my places to shop.I am a large woman I dont get many clothes thriftily.

 

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Removing Dried Paint From Wood Floors?
Very easy. Steel wool. I dont know if a certain weight or grit is better, but we always had a bag of it and when we would paint just take it and it files it off. It leaves no marks just the pretty wood.

 

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Looking for Pine Jelly Soap?
Try Vermont County Store. They sell a lot of stuff that is hard to find and they contact the makers and then carry it.

 

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Where Can I Find an Electric Bed?
If you want a new one call a medical equipment company. I used to work at a Medical Equipemnt supply and we usually rented the beds, but sometimes people would come and just buy a brand new one or even a used one. Check it out.

 

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Thank You for Your Thoughts and Prayers
hi joan, i remember you asking for prayers. i prayed for you and your mom and am glad she is ok. have a blessed and merry Christmas

 

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Young Child Has Started Hitting Parents and Pets?
it is 1 thing he is hitting people. but your pets need your help and protection. people can defend themselves and scold the child. the only scoding a cat or dog can do is bite or scratch. you would then blame the animal so protecvt them.

 

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5 Quick Frugal Tips For Keeping Warm
thats funny. i actually bought a sleeping cap from vermont country store. i could wear an outdoors hat but that would be to hot. the hat is a white knit. thin and warms up my head. i wear it when it is bitter cold outside and starting to get that way inside...

 

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Don't Miss The Hallmark Movies
i watched THE NOTE with g. francis on saturday night. that was excellent. and then on sunday on lifetime was the CHRISTMAS SHOES. i was a big puddle for that one. cried the whole time. really good.

 

Thermostat

Saving Money on Heating Your Home
ok. i am sitting here loaded with clothing and blankets. i am freezing. have a heat pump that i have just turned up the thing because it is so cold in here. i think it is about 20 outside. i live alone and dont know how to check the doors for the weather stripping...

 

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Unrefrigerated Jelly with Fruit?
I have never heard of jelly referred to as jello. but I do know that jelly and jam and preserves need to be refrigerated

 

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Taking Care of a Stray Kitten?
once you have bathed the kitten and the fleas are dead they are dead. the eggs should also be dead. take it to an spca they are a no kill shelter as long aas the animal is healthy

 

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When will 'It's a Wonderful Life' be on TV This Year?
sandy from baltimore here. i would rent it but my 4 yr old dvd player has never been hooked because i cant afford the extra plug in cable i need. i went to the imdb website mentioned above and they have no record of this movie playing at all this year.

 

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When will 'It's a Wonderful Life' be on TV This Year?
sandy here again. well i found that its a wonderful life will be aired on dec 14th at 8 pm. it is on nbc i think. not sure but 1 of the 3 networks. thank you all.

 

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Making a Model of the Human Ear?
when i have subbed in the past for 5th grade they have gone to a website specifically for science projects. try googleling it and or the project itself.

 

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Brewing Coffee For 11 People With Small Pot?
boil the water. put the coffee in the filter container but sit the filter container on top of a glass measuring bowl or cup. then pour in the water. a little at a time. then you will have coffee. put in a thermos to keep warm.

 

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Ideas For "Body Parts" Topic For Preschool Class?
Could you do the hokey pokey? They could trace around their feet, head or hands or even their whole body.

 

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Looking for Birman Kitten?
i also encourage you to check your local shelter. there are so many adorable pets that are destined to be euthinized if not adopted. some are full of personality and looks and sweet

 

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Product Review For Colonix?
i would just say be very careful. i work for a drs office and they always encourage people not to do these. i myself have considered doing a cleanse but then i see danger reports about them and decide not to.

 

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Eyedrops or Supplements That Improves Vision?
billberry was actually taken by WW2 fighter pilots for beter night vision. i take it and can actually tell that my night vision is improved.

 

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Help Planning Christian 50th Birthday Party?
well i would get the couples together and find out what they think. you could get out old photos or have a this is your life game. maybe play games he played when he was 10 or 12 yrs old. maybe dress up to look like they did what in the late 50s.

 

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Gift for Patients at Nursing Home?
What about going to some area churches and see if they would like to get in on your plans. They could get together for game night or something; or getting a dog or cat to live in the home. Animals can do special things that people cant.

 

A drawn Christmas scene with stick people.

How Can Santa Come If I Have No Money?
i get email from dover publications every friday. well last year i made all the kids coloring books from dover. they were great. i had printed off many pictures and then categorized them

 

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Sending Wedding Invititations?
i hope you arent sendiing you own bridal shower invitations. that would be tacky. it is your maid of honors resposablity. do not ask for money unless you know the person really well.

 

Homemade firestarters made in muffin tins

Scented Holiday Fire-Starters
i would not think candle wax would be good for your chimney. sounds like a fire hazard

 

Henry (St. Bernard)

Henry (Saint Bernard)
which dog is henry?

 

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Manicure Recipes?
i have never heard of a manicure recipe. do tell.

 

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Alternative Uses For Wine?
What about contacting the old owner. Maybe he would like it back or a neighbor that knew him would like to have it.

 

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Wrong Health Insurance Plan?
That is another problem. I have to pay for my insurance as neither of my jobs offer it.

 

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Dog Licking It's Mouth?
My Ally also licks kinda just puts her tongue out of her mouth and laps up nothing. Just started several months ago she is 7.

 

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Family Night Gift Basket Ideas?
hot chocolate, warm slippers, coffee mugs for all. gift certs for mini golf for the family. i have a great book about making memories written by shirley dobson. it has ideas for making memoires for all different seasons etc.

 

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Help With 7 Year Old Picky Eater?
it sounds like he might be OCD or autistic. check them out. but he will eat when he is hungry. fussing over his not eating will probably make him worse. give him his food and ignore. i would think he would start eating maybe several days but he will eat.

 

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Clear Meat Gravy?
sounds like red eye gravy. my mom made it all the time for my dad. just pan drippings and sometimes would put cold coffee in and it would make it darker. try it. it was clear except for the brown color from ddrippings or coffee

 

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Clear Meat Gravy?
sounds like red eye gravy. my mom made it all the time for my dad. just pan drippings and sometimes would put cold coffee in and it would make it darker. try it. it was clear except for the brown color from ddrippings or coffee

 

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Clear Meat Gravy?
red eye gravy from about.com i searched it online. INGREDIENTS: 2 tablespoons margarine 1 slice of ham, about 1/4-inch thick 2 tablespoons strong, brewed, black coffee 4 tablespoons water PREPARATION: Melt margarine in skillet and fry ham until done. Remove...

 

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Greasing Garbage Disposal Wheel?
i understand you dont think anything is in there. but i diddnt think anything was in mine either. i kept cranking the key and pushing the button to no avail. finally i had a repairment come in. there was a .25 and .10 cents wedged in the thing. he used some...

 

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