Chapped Lips Remedies?
I was told that alot of lipsticks that say they are longlasting actually dry out your lips so if you are wearing them you need to wear vaseline on your lips at night and when you are not wearing lipstick. Thats what I do and also drink tons of water!!
Saving Money on Mailing Supplies
Another thing you can do with boxes that you get items in is: un-tape them and turn them inside out and re-tape them. You can then reuse them, even the ones with a lot of writing on the outside.
How Durable if Laminate Flooring?
Ditto! I have it in my living and family room and the guy tried to talk me into putting it in my kitchen, so glad I didnt have the money to do the kitchen at the time. There is several places where my son spilled something under the recliner that we didnt know...
Product Review: Curel Itch Defense Lotion
I have been looking for Soft sense lotion and have read on other sites that it may be made by Curel or changed to Curel since I cannot find Soft Sense lotion anywhere anymore. Is Curel fast absorbing? I really need something fast absorbing just to have time...
Easy Meals to Freeze?
I overcook so as to have leftovers. My oldest son has left the nest and I still dont know how to cook for three so I cook just like I used to and freeze the rest. I use the rubbermaid rectangle dishes and freeze everything from hotdogs to fried okra. He says...
Looking For Review of Good Sturdy Vacuum?
I got so tired of spending money on vacuum cleaners that would break after a year or so. I went out and bought a sweeper. One that has a long handle like a broom and is flat and is not electrical. I am so happy with mine. I even use it on my laminate floors...
Saving Money Vs. Paying Down Debt?
In my line of home business I see this all the time. It is great to get out of debt quickly but if you do have an emergency what will happen. Will we go back to the credit cards? What you need is a plan, some kind of plan. I am on the NO MORE Mortgage Total...
Tax Software Reviews?
I used Tax Cut from H and R block. We went to their offices last year and paid $170 for a simple return. It took me just about all day but I got our taxes done, my business and my boys taxes done in one day. Only $20. If you make under $52,000 go to www.irs...
Inexpensive Birthday Gift Ideas For Children?
I have found that most children just want something to do and it doesnt have to be expensive. Find a craft project you think the child would enjoy or several children and buy things on clearance, at the dollar store, etc. Print out the directions and a picture...
Travel Tips for Savannah, GA?
How about a travel agent? They dont charge you. Go to www.Trips2fun.net, great lady who works for this company. She will find you the best deal and she travels alot herself so she knows alot about these places and shes from GA so that is a big plus. Hope you...
Enhancing Canned Lentil Soup?
We use my mother in laws recipe that is a Lebanese dish. Add some ground beef and onion. Put it over brown rice.
What Pets Do You Have?
I have two Poms. Both male. Lil Bit is black and white and Cookie is a Sable color
Buying Plastic Plate Holders?
I found mine at a dollar store. Walmart had some basket type ones but they dont fit the plates.
How do I set up a budget?
Okay, you already got a lot of feedback but I wonder if anyone has done what they are asking you to do. We have done the paper and pencil thing and still do. I have a ledger book with all our bills mainly so we can see from month to month what we have paid...
Bags that Comforters, Drapes and Tablecloths Come In?
I use them to put shoes into that we arent wearing at present. Like another season.
Party Food Ideas for Kids?
For our VBS this year I made a Watermelon Guy. Cut a watermelon in half, take a melon baller and ball the contents, I used a seedless watermelon. Cut up other fruits such as cantaloupe, honey dew, wash and cut stems off strawberries, grapes, etc. Turn the half...
Buying Wedding Cake Supplies?
Any party supply place has them inexpensively and also Walmart has a section with all wedding items. Good luck!
Organizing Purses?
I just went to Ross to get organized. I bought two closet hanging organizers. I have boys so no purses there. I hung it in my coat closet and put their ball gloves, hats and mittens, etc. I think it would work great for purses too.
What Frozen Turkey Do You Like?
Jennio-O oven ready turkey is great! I got one free through a survey group. I have bought two in two months. It comes with gravy and a pop up timer. We dont usually care for turkey but this was delicious!
Decorating a Stocking?
I made my sons stockings the year they were born. I took red felt and made a large stocking. Just cut out two pieces in the shape of a stocking and sewed them together and turned inside out and Im not a seamstress by any means. Then I went to the fabric section...
Wood Floor Color Advice?
We just had a very light color hardwood flooring put in. We had our dark brown carpet removed and it looks a huge room now! Hope this helps!
Rash on My Elbows?
I had something similar when I was younger. Turned out to be warts. Just a whole lot of them. Took me years to get rid of it. My mom wouldnt take me to the doctor. I suggest going to the Dermatologist BEFORE you figure it out. He will know for sure.
Double Door Refrigerator Reviews?
Unless it is a very large side by side refrigerator I wouldnt get it. I have one and hate it. I cannot fit a lot of things in it and now my freezer is smaller too so nothing large will fit there either.
High School Fundraiser Ideas?
I would be glad to do an Avon fundraiser. Avon sells really well! It is not from the book but from flyers. Very simple for you to do! bludecke@gmail.com
Halloween Party Food Ideas?
(b)(/b)I made the cutest cake. Easy! Mix a cake mix pour in a bundt pan and bake. Place on platter and put orange icing on it. Take Little Debbie swiss cake rolls and put in middle for stem. Soften a large hershey bar and cut out a mouth and eyes. Very cute...
Inexpensive Birthday Ideas While At University?
(b)(/b)When my son was in school before his birthday I would pick up different items that would normally be used for a birthday party. Such as balloons, glitter, candles, candy, horns, etc. from the dollar store or yard sales, etc. Then when it was time for...
Cleaning a Plastic Bathtub and Shower?
I have found the best thing is the Magic Eraser sponges. I was in a hurry one day and didnt get the cleaner. The mildew came off with just water and the Magic Eraser! Good product.
How do you know when you are low on potassium?
I was short of breath just walking across the room. I had diarrhea all day and then constipation the rest of the week. The doctor took one look at me and gave me potassium pills to take for a week until he could get my blood test back. It does cramp muscles...
Outdoor Games for Toddlers?
We played ice fishing at our VBS this year. Take a large roasting pan fill it with ice and then put some colorful marbles in it. Have the children take off their shoes and socks and try to pick up the marbles with their feet. It will cool everyone off very...
Money Saving Strategies?
We are on a great debt elimination program. NO MORE Mortgage has been great. We are saving a lot in interest! You would not believe how much you are paying the bankers and credit card companies when you could be keeping that money. Check out their site: http...
