Paying for a Surprise Birthday Party Without My Husband Noticing?
I got away with the whole number, including a cook in my house. I told him our friend was having a surprise party for her DH at our house. I didnt have to hide anything, including new chairs for the patio. Shes a chef, and told her DH the food she was cooking...
Christie's Restaurant Remoulade Sauce Recipe?
I would call them up, tell them what you just said, and ask if they would be so kind as to give you the recipe. O.
Poll: Have you ever adopted a rescued pet?
This rescue bit has become a real racket here in California. You would not believe the prices for rescued animals, and the cronyism among the rescuers. It is a disgrace. Two cats adopted us over the years. The male was a huge black DSH called Midnight. He actually...
Poll: What new feature would you most like to see on ThriftyFun?
Website recommendations by category--furniture, clothes, etc.
Stocking a New Freezer?
By convenience, I thought you meant entertaining. Put frozen boxes of appetizers in the top of the freezer. A cake, boiled shrimp, cookies or dough, pie dough, frozen fruit, Danish. Anything you dont use regularly, but serve to guests, and can be frozen. That...
Scratch on Laminate Table?
There are felt tip pens in wood colors at the hardware store. They work on my laminate furniture.
Remembering to Send Birthday Cards?
Hallmark has a reminder program at their Internet site. You list the dates, who, etc., and they will send you e-mail reminders. They also have a list of holidays that is quite inclusive--just choose the ones you want. Most importantly, they have free e-cards...
California Travel Tips?
Go to the local AAA for their tour book and materials on California. Escondido is a place for low cost hotels, and a short drive to San Diego. In LA, there is a childrens museum downtown, the Mexican Pueblo de las Reines de Angeles, Japanese town, China town...
Levii (Part Siamese)
I dont know about Siamese, but this cat looks like a Bengal without good markings (marbelized), except for his face.
Fake Paypal Emails
These guys (phishing guys) are good arent they? To quote the drug runner in Romancing the Stone, referring to his gang, Dese guys arrr such keeders!
What are "Fashion Earrings"?
Fashion earrings are not made with precious metals, such as gold or silver, nor are they made with gemstones. For pierced ears, it is important to buy only earrings that are non-allergic: sterling silver, fine silver, gold, platinum or titanium. Plated materials...
Breed Information: Bernese Mountain Dog
BTW, Ellen, these dogs pull carts, not cars, unless you knitted the car out of steel wool. hahahahaha (b)Editors Note:(/b) Whoops, must be a typo. Thanks for catching that.
Inexpensive Denture Soak
Hydrogen peroxide can be found at dollar stores, too. Please tell me how to dilute it. (b)Editors Note(/b) I believe you use it full strength.
Vacuum Salesman Joke
I also smile from a true vacuum story of my own. After vacuuming and demoing and selling his best, I explained to the salesman that he could sell me the vacuum--straight from the box--as a used vacuum. Looking defeated, he did.
Family Closet for Organizing Laundry
Now thats what I call a laundry room. Most home floorplans were designed by those who never do laundry, or expect us to abuse our launderers by making them do laundry at the top of the stairs, in a hallway or in a closet.
Removing Candle Wax From My Cat's Fur?
A hairdryer should work, or a craft heat gun. Turn it on before the cats in the room. Use the towel to bundle the cat, and use newspaper (its thrifty) under the tail to catch the melted wax.
Changing the Names of Kittens?
If you havent already called them lots of different names like cutesypoo and sweetie pie, it would really surprise me. One more name would hardly be any different.
Preparing Muslin Fabric for Painting?
Apply Gesso, available at art supply stores and at www.realgesso.com . Google gesso.
Buying an Olive or Cherry Pitter (Cherry Stone)?
You have to google cherry stoner. There are lots. Heres one: http://www.chefsresource.com/cherrystoner.html
Nut Cup Favors?
Go to Smart&Final Iris or any restaurant supply store. As a medicine cup, try a surgical supply store. Decorate with ribbon and little toy blooms or blooms from a many-bloom type fake flower.
Timeshare Advice?
We use ours for a week away for our wedding anniversary every year, then Thanksgiving every year. If you want to sell yours, use the person at your home resort. If you dont like your home, trade for a week at different ones until you find one you like. If you...
Dealing with Smoking at Family Gatherings
You are a kind and generous soul. But tell me, when have you ever been to a party where a fire started from a cigarette? I know I never have.
Cat Scratching Furniture?
I never have that problem because I train my cat that clapping my hands once means no. I start with a sharp noisy pat with my fingers on the cats behind just in front of the tail--its solid bone there. Never hit the cats head--unless you want to treat a cat...
Poll: Does your home have an air conditioner?
Since I got my memory-foam mattress, Im no longer hot in bed (while sleeping, duh). I dont know why, but it seems to modulate the temperature.
Check Out Textbooks From The Library!
This is why Indiana University has a reserve library. You may use the books in the reading room, but may not check them out. That way, everyone has a chance to use the booklist books.
Painting a Bedroom with Ohio State Colors?
Stripes. Use blue paint tape. Dont paint the ceiling white--after all that work on the room. Paint it two shades lighter than one of the colors. Be careful, because lighter red is pink.
Using Placemats to Protect the Nightstand
I use salad plates, candy dishes and ashtrays--anything made of glass and china, wider than saucers and low-slung. You can find them for very little at thrift stores. The more artistic they are, the better.
Converting an Outdoor Cat into an Indoor Cat?
You are not G-d; you cant keep them alive forever. Theyll think you moved, and they were thrown into prison. No cat is ever an indoor cat, except by choice. So make indoors very inviting by keeping the litter box scrupulously clean, get those hammocks that...
Making a Rug Out of Socks?
There is a patent #6923026. Go to www.freepatentsonline.com , join for free, then search for the patent number above. It looks complicated, but it probably is easy when you get the knack.
Odor from Pet Stain on Microfiber?
If t here is an ad for Zero Odor on this page, it is very good. Similar product is Natures Miracle at pet stores.
Organizing a Walk-in Closet?
Use any money or save your money for Huggable Hangers from HSN. They are also on eBay. Usually, messy closets are from being too crowded. So take everything out--all of it, and put in a stack only that which you wear. It will go back in. Now you see how much...
Poll: Do you eat ground beef?
I never eat ground beef. Its too fatty, and thus shrinks when cooked, so whats the point? Ground sirloin or prime ground chuck are far superior in taste and texture, and much lower in fat, so little shrinkage, more per dollar when cooked. Look also at portion...
Float Ideas for West Fest (West, TX)?
Get Your Health Czech-Up = theme. Use a red pick up with EMTs in various medical uniforms, giving checkups.
Watch for False Advertising
I dont know about back East, but in California, bait and switch is a crime. No wonder they were so happy to grease your palm. You should send a letter to your Attorney General about what happened to you. Maybe youll save others the same grief.
Cleaning Burnt Oil Stains from a Sauté Pan?
I guess you mean stainless steel pans. Soak in a sink with Dawn liquid detergent. Use SOS. To avoid this in the future, wipe with a paper towel or a teflon scrubber as soon as you are through cooking and rinse. Then your pans wont be stained.
Frugal and Tightwad Living
Do you have a freecycle there? Its a website of everyone in the community offering free things, so if you need them, you can pick them up. Weve had everything from broken dishes (for mosaics) to autos. Of course, lots of clothes. I got Sesame Street party supplies...
Decorating My Apartment?
When I was in high school, my mom told me, You are an inexpensive date, not a cheap one. Remember the difference. The same thing can be said for decorating. You just have to remember the difference between cheap and inexpensive. If you have white or beige walls...
Dry Callused Feet?
I have your problem, too. Heres what I use. I get my scraper from Cherishop.com. It takes off dead skin, not living skin. I am diabetic, so I like to be safe. This is used as needed to get to pink, healthy skin. Every bedtime, rub in high-density cream (it...
Measuring Your Torso, Arms and Legs When Making Clothing?
Actually, I have a different approach. I get out the best fitting article (shirt, skirt, pants, (i)etc.(/i)) I have. then I sit down and measure that to make a pattern. For the body measurements: Arm=from under arm or shoulder seam to bones that stick out on...
Camouflaging A Pimple
Actually, you would do better not to use a liquid foundation at all. Use Bare Escentuals mineral foundation (like a powder), which wont exacerbate the problem at all.
Google Products Before You Buy
This is a top notch tip to save you a disastrous purchase. You dont have to follow any advice you read, but now you know how to look at a product. I was going to buy a tabletop icemaker. Thank goodness I checked out the reviews. These ice makers tend to stop...
Song from Episode of Bones?
Finding the name and author of a song is simple. Just Google a line from the song, and you will get a lyrics page.
Cooking Okra
I was born in Arkansas, but my Mother thinks theres something seriously wrong with me. I dont like okra or pecan pie. Its OK. I moved to California, and no one notices anything out of the ordinary.
Anniversary Fiesta
Pin-the-Tail-On-the-Donkey. Get a mariachi (as in marriage) record for background music. Hat dance record(?) for the Hat Dance--using a sombrero or old mens felt hat. Pinata. Fill it with hard candies or teeny-weeny toys. Put a dime in some enchiladas for prizes...
The Benefits of Buying Used Cars
I am a doctor, and my colleagues tease me no end about the fact that I buy only used cars. One cardiologist was upset that his new Mercedes needed a new engine just after the warranty expired. hahahahaha Youre right about the savings. But theres more. If you...
Cleaning a Computer Keyboard
Note to Editor: Water isnt death to electronic things as long as the power is not used and is disconnected, so little electrons cant run around in there and get zapped. You have to be sure its dry inside and out. I saved a lot of drowned phones by not pushing...
Beauty of a Spiderweb
Looks like my ceiling AFTER the housekeeping service has been here. Lovely photo.
Removing Color From Fabric?
Sometimes, adding color is the key. To calm down yellow, try light grey dye. You have to experiment a little, so get the largest scraps you can from the valances and try it out. If not grey, try a cream color.
Cleaning a Tempurpedic Mattress?
Tempurpedic mattress are not cashmnere, unless theres a cover on it, and some mattresses have one. Tempurpedic uses a very dense foam, commonly called memory foam. For the price you paid for that mattress, I would call the manufacturer. Its their business to...
Poll: Have you used ThriftyFun's coupon site?
They only print one per page, which is wasteful. Many stores think they are copies. This isnt worth my time, so I voted it didnt work for me.
Overweight Dogs?
Your dogs must be really good cooks. From here, it looks like, except for pears, you are feeding the dogs too much and exercising them too little. No treat is lo-cal if you eat enough of it. The first thing to do is read the label on the dog food, and feed...
Sabrina (Miniature Pinscher)
I am the MinPin Shop Steward. You must stop making this darling dog dress like a baby. How humiliating. Her natural coat is just lovely as it is.
Burnt Plastic in the Bottom of My Oven?
This works for plastic on a toaster, and it may work for you. Acetone, specifically nail polish remover containing acetone. Be sure to read the label, since not all nail polish remover contains acetone. I learned this from Haleys book.
"Sounds of Christmas" Theme Float?
How about decorating everything with sleigh bells, lots and lots of them. one..two..three..four..the whole way. Or do a snow blower for snowing, where the sound of Christmas is silence, as in Silent Night.
"Sights & Sounds of Christmas" Float Ideas?
Check out this other thread: http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf62504393.tip.html
Maple Cupboards?
How about multcolored (as in Mexican) tiles for the area of the backsplash, or mirrors for that area? Get a fan deck (strips of paint color), and use the fourth shade from the outside for the LR, and the second shade from the outside for the kitchen, whatever...
Mikey (Dachshund)
Our oldest is a 17+yo Maltese. Hes nearly blind and stone deaf. His back legs are slowly going, so he eats layin down like a Sphinx. He broke his back years ago, but got well from that, so the legs are slowly going this time. We give him Deramaxx every morning...
Cure for Dry Feet
I remember seeing fine cotton gloves in a basket at thrift stores or resale shops. You might check there. Costume stores may have something, too.
Carrot Juice Stain on Clothing?
That awful tomato or carrot stain on plastic storage containers. Yuck. I found out that setting the container on the patio table in full sun for one or two days bleaches it right out. O.
Meatloaf for Kids?
I noticed that there are some universal truths in these posts. Use ketchup instead of tomato anything. Its sweeter; kids like that. I also add one rounded cooking spoon of clear jelly--either currant or apple. Remember what I said about sweet? I use oatmeal...
Moroccan Centerpiece Ideas?
Time to go to the library, or google on the internet, because there must be books with photos to help you out. Check out Moroccan restaurants or stores for ideas, since theyll be decorating to display tabletop wares. Are dates big in Morocco? Make an edible...
Shoe Color Advice?
If this is an office party, it is NOT a party, but a business function. That means: Tasteful adult dress. Black shoes/black hose, and I like the red clips idea. Red shoes with sheer hose, since red is in this year. Do not drink very much alcohol. Pretend you...
SPAM Fruitcake (Joke Recipe - Do NOT eat)
Listen, some of MY relatives would eat that stuff and say it was very good fruitcake. Of course, I prefer the ONLY decent fruitcake in America, the one from Mary of Puddin Hill Farms in Texas. Their Macadamia nut pie is so good you want to roll in the hay with...
City Water Has Been Bad For My Plants?
The other thing you miss if you filter water is fluoride. If your water is fluoridated, this means your teeth enamel is not as strong as it could be. Check with your dentist for substitutes. Water softeners in areas of hard water save your pipes. Lets see, which...
Clothing Advice for a Formal Business Event?
It is always better to be underdressed than over dressed. Whats not clear is if someone wanted to upgrade the dress at this event, compared to last year. Check with someone you know who is on the award committee to see. If the CofC members are casual people...
Hot Dog Bun Sandwiches
At our home, we call these tuna burgers. Use prepared tuna salad. Add chopped or grated cheese, and diced onion. We dont carve out the bun. Wrap in foil, and toss in the oven. Yum-yum-yum. Big boys like them, too. O.
Office Chair Mats For Car Mats
For that small an area, do what the college kids do. Dumpster dive at the local carpet store. Join freecycle.com and ask for carpet remnants. Find the local carpet outlet, and buy a remnant.
Mix Powdered Make Up With Vaseline
The trouble is that Vaseline can be drying. Try Shea butter, cocoa butter or a nonpetroleum product.
Repair For Cracked Dish
Sweet milk is milk before the butter fat is removed, leaving buttermilk, which is not sweet.
Baby Shower Locations?
A living room is best. Just clear out extra furniture, move the rest to the walls so you have seating and room for wrapping mess and game playing. Put the food on a table or a buffet. If you need more seats, borrow patio chairs or other chairs from friends...
Medical Information Fact Sheet
This is helpful even when making office visits. I have a form like this. If I have to fill out a similar form, I just attach mine. If the office tells me its THEIR policy to use their form, I reply that its MY policy to use mine. :smile sweetly: Also, it rarely...
Food Coloring Substitute Made From Candy
Kool-Aid powder? I works on clothes rather well. O. p.s. I just had a BFO.* Of course, since all these colored foods contain added food dye, the dye itself will work on other applications. *blinding flash of the obvious
Bombs for Termites?
NO!! This is not the time to fool around with your major investment. Get advice and estimates from a few exterminators. Also, some of them are now using orange oil and freezing. Check the Internet and see what you can find.
Where Can I Buy Diaper Pins?
Usually, you can find pins in the cheapest store around, located in the sewing section. Since you use a computer, Google on cloth diaper pins. If youre using the pins for diapers, you will find that there are improvements in this area. Dritz diaper pins have...
Changing Cat Foods?
Friskies! Hork!! Even I wouldnt eat that. Cheap and thrifty are not always the same thing, unless youre my Dad. He was a champ. Go to a pet store, as in a large chain. Animals eat less of the expensive stuff, and fewer vet visits result. For cats, get the lowest...
What Is This Plant? (Schefflera)
I am a serious moron when it comes to plants, but I think this is a Rubber Tree. I was told that Schefflera were poisonous for dogs, so I dont grow them in the yard. Schefflera have five leaves at each node; Rubber Trees have only one leaf at each node. Also...
Using Carpet Samples to Carpet Your Room
Staple it to the floor??#@!!##:( I hope youre not renting. Wouldnt it be easier to duct tape the seams together, nail furring strips around the perimeter, and use carpet nails only on the outside of the room? If one of your staples gets loose (youve heard of...
Styling My Hair Like Tippi Hedren?
This is show biz, folks. Its all an illusion. You are assuming thats all her hair. The look is attained whether her hair cooperates or not. Just before every take, a hair stylist is making sure her hair looks right. That also means it has to match how it looked...
Preventing Infections At Manicures
Good advice. My manicurist keeps all of her supplies separate for each customer. This includes files, orange sticks, and nippers. Now nippers are upwards of $35, so you are charged for those, and occasional sharpening. The rest, she supplies. Since I am a doc...
Pitbull Puppy Won't Eat?
If you dont know that a puppy this young should not yet be weaned, why have you taken on this dog? What shots has the puppy had? Has he been wormed? Which vet was involved in this? If you havent been to a vet, go now, to set up his schedule of shots and see...
Avoiding the Temptation to Spend
You can either learn to live within your means on your own, or learn in bankruptcy. The former is always better. You need a budget and something to keep a list on. List everything you want to buy that isnt in the budget. Each week, review the list and add whatever...
Cats Knocking Down Knick Knacks?
Cats hate to be embarrassed. Another approach is to put something there that makes a lot of noise, like marbles. Marbles in a shallow container, so they roll away if it is tipped. A large baking pan with a very shallow lip containing marbles. Hard to escape...
Easy At Home Pedicure
I love L.A.! Pedicures are upwards of $45. I have had them and acrylics for nearly 35 years. Here are some of the things I have learned: A manicure and a pedicure does not include polishing the nails. That is a cosmetic that is applied after the pedicure or...
Medium Oak and Off-White Kitchen?
Your color choices sound good. One way to find out is to practice! Get a small can of the color and paint a 4 square or a 3x6 rectangle on the wall. You may want this color to live on the kitchen side in tiles in this color. Next, it will be the counter. Of...
Kitchen With Very Little Natural Light?
This is a weird idea, but who knows? If you have poor light, or if your sink has no window, try this. Use mirror for the back splash or at least in front of the sink. In the part in front of the sink, put up 2-3 glass shelves with brackets on either side. The...
Oak Cabinets and White Appliances?
Bright colors, yellow, terra cotta, medium blue, deep tan, that sort of thing. O.
Saving Money Vs. Paying Down Debt?
Thats good advice. Pay off the higher interest rates first. Move any money you can to lower interest cards. In fact, talk to low-interest rate cards to see if they will lower the rate, or at least not charge a higher rate, if you move debt there. THE FIRST...
Newborn Kittens
One night, my beeper kept going off. After a few heated discussions with the hospital operator, I realized the beep, beep sounds were coming from my closet every ten minutes or so. When I looked in the closet, I saw what is pictured here. The operator forgave...
Chinese Food Recipes?
Well, if you checked out the calorie count in most Chinese restaurant dishes, you wouldnt worry so much. O.
Cleaning My Dog Pen?
April Fools, right? Walk the dogs, because their nature is to keep the pen clean. Besides, their feces are so small--like an adult human thumb--it should not be any bother to clean up. Isnt weed block a serious poison? Read the label. In the hot months, how...
Dottie (Dalmatian)
Without breeders and showings and all that frou-frou stuff, all of our dogs would still be wolves. Its breeding and conforming standards that give us the wonderful pets we enjoy so much.
My $150.00 Wedding
Congratulations on a wonderful wedding. I am so glad to hear you are thinking of the kids. The reason a wedding should be memorable is so that you can remember it in any bad times, to remember what your marriage is all about. This adventure of a marriage should...
Starting an Antique Business?
Arent you in California? A resale license is for charging and paying your sales tax bill. The initial deposit may be high, so be clear about how much you expect to earn in the beginning. I would ask at the co-op. They may have license umbrellas for all the...
Free Family Calendar Printable?
Since you obviously use a computer, you can make your own calendars using a spreadsheet program like Excel. O
15 Year Wants to Sleep at Her Boyfriend's House?
We had a cat in heat when I was a teenager. One morning, my father was holding the front door open for her. She took three steps out the door, then rolled on the ground, moaning. What are you DOing, I said. That cats in heat! Its OK, said my father. Its daylight...
Getting a Fair Price on a Car?
Heres a series on ThriftyFun about buying cars. Read all of them, not just #1. http://www.thriftyfun.com/tf47166332.tip.html I used to be frustrated, like you. Then I educated myself. When you are educated, you actually enjoy buying a car, because you are in...
My Raised Garden
Excellent garden. Isnt it nice to see DNA at work? If you get me a TV and feed me, I will sit in one of the boxes and pretend to be a begonia. O.
Stock Up on Back to School Items for Crafts
Here in Pasadena, Stats is a real bargain, except for two things: 1. You really have to like Christmas. 2. You have to tolerate a real mob scene.
Planning A Luxury Birthday Party
Jess, You are out of your mind. This is no party for a teenage, much less a preteen. If you havent noticed, young celebrities and children of wealthy families who do this sort of thing usually end up on drugs/alcohol, have babies out of wedlock, and other symptoms...
Fundraising for a Cadet Corp?
Send them a bill. Seriously, I have often heard people say, I wish I could just donate the money, instead of using my time for ... (fundraising activities). Well, heres their chance. Tell them what their portion is.
Getting Parents Involved With Our Cadet Corp?
Check the topic Fundraising for Cadet Corp. I say, if they use the Corp for babysitting, charge the going rate.
Bernese Mountain Dog Not Eating?
Why is this working dog tied up? Are you walking the dog daily? Why did you come here rather than take the dog to the vet? His breed is used to working. He needs daily exercise. Forty-five minutes, lets say. Otherwise, he may not like the food. Does it have...
Dachshund Behavior Problems?
Jerking on a leash is not cruel. It doesnt take much of a jerk to get the dogs attention. She has a child to raise, but the dog and she will be trained to work together for a happy family.
Broken Glass in Gravel?
What a good question. Im guessing that the method used for panning for gold might work. Otherwise, I would call a gravel company for advice.
What's a Good Yorkie Hair Cut?
It IS hard to find someone who knows how to cut a Yorkie. Unless youre showing your dog, or showing it off to prospective puppy buyers, the dog doesnt need a show cut. That is, long, flowing hair and a topknot bow. For every day style, I keep the legs long...
Antarctican Finger Food?
Actually, tourism in Antarctica is a growing thing. The tours range from small research vessels to luxury cruises. Heres a link about food in Antarctica: http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/Living_and_Working/Living/Food.html
Removing Tight Rings
Water works well, too. Unlike using creams, your rings will stay clean. If you must use a cream, stick to vegetable oil.
Old Fashioned Hard Boiled Eggs
The problem I have is eggs that crack while boiling, resulting in a faux egg-drop soup. What did I do?
Paint Can Flower Pot
I thought everyone had old paint cans, and they may not know the legal way to dispose of them (the paint, I mean, which is toxic waste). Most cities have a toxic waste program. So pour all the old paint into one can, take it to the waste site, and youre in...
Putting a Microwave on a Washing Machine?
Protect from spin-dry vibrations in washing machine: Use rubber or non-slip feet on bottom of microwave. Be sure the vents on the microwave have the amount of space listed in the users manual. The vents are usually on the sides, back or top. Protect the surface...
"Keep Moving" To Exercise Daily
Precisely, Starchild. Did you know that there is a recent medical research paper about this? It seems that the difference between thinner and heavier people is how much moving they do. It doesnt have to be a marathon, or heavy lifting, just motion. Apparently...
Lilies as Wedding Flowers
Dont you mean calla lilies? They can be grown in the yard, so you can cut your own. Asian lilies, aka day lilies, can be grown at home, too.
Cigarette Smoke Coming Up Through My Vents?
First, lets get our terminology clear. Smoke can be seen. An aroma cant be seen. So what your are getting is cigarette aroma, not smoke. If there is an aroma, then all aromas from below will come through, such as cooking aromas and such. Why the lower apartments...
Inspect The Floor When Replacing Doors
Thank you so very much. I am happy you decided to share your experiences with us, especially with pictures. This is very helpful for those of us just waiting for the fun of fixing up. A good reason for using pros, and taking it easy on DIY. It also may prompt...
What is the Best Mop?
You can even find StarFiber mops on the Internet. Just make sure you buy the brand name and not a wanna-be. I never mopped before this mop. Too much work. Also, buy some extra mop pads, if you have large areas or only wash once a week. Do not use bleach or...
Grease Spots on Stainless Steel?
Dawn liquid detergent is great. It works because it has degreasers. Any brand like that should do.
Buying Oxygen Bleach in Albuquerque?
On the internet. At Bed Bath and Beyond, if you have one. Google Orange-Glo.
Purple Hydrangeas?
Its usually due to genetics. Why not just ask the owner? A little flattery will go a long way.
Frozen White Sauce Cubes
Please note: the browner the base, the browner the sauce, so brown it as little as possible. This is called bechamel (white) sauce. It may be used in many recipes. To add a unique flavor, add nutmeg.
Rainbow Through the Lilacs
You are so right about chronic pain. Thanks for the lovely view. Share this photo with your tourism bureau.
French Apple Pie?
At Cooks.com, its called Frosted Apple Raisin Pie. Heres a link: http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,1937,150176-255197,00.html
Tweeti the Cat
This sounds like as good a match as one made by eHarmony. You both are quite fortunate.
Stretch Expensive Lotions
Actually, Alpha Hydrox--the brand--is one of the most inexpensive AHA products around. My 86-yr-old mother uses it, and her skin is terrific. What you are reacting to is the % of AHA in a product. However, any amount lower than 8% probably wont work. So read...
Growing Berries in Thailand?
Check out the local upscale restaurants or bars. They use these berries. (Strawberry daquiri, e.g.) Ask for help getting a source. Strawberries are grown in the Thai northern hills, the same place that poppies are grown. For a year-round supply, I rely on frozen...
Small Balances Left on Pre-paid Credit Cards?
Join PayPal. Then use it as your first payer with anything else as the second payer.
Finding Soft Bandanas?
Bandanas you say? Egyptian and USA Supima cotton are the best cottons, but they make costly bandanas. Fendi bandanas are $14 a pop. Try this link: http://www.tansclub.com/paba.html At least the one on top is 100% cotton, and they seem to know something about...
Problems Getting Pregnant?
You do need to have you and your spouse tested to be sure the basics are working. Then, recall that strenous intercouse can stimulate ovulation at any time in your period, so really go for it when you do.
Streak Free Bathroom Tiles?
Try auto wax. The other thing to try is an auto finish protector, like 5Star Shine. It is good bathroom ettiquite to wipe down the sink and counter each time you finish there. Remind each one who uses this room of this little-known rule of ettiquite. Unless...
Moki and Simba (Siamese)
My cat used to stare longingly at the cage that held my half-moon parrot. One day, I heard a very painful yowl. After that, my cat never looked at that cage again, but she did lick her paw a lot. lol
Aggressive Young Labradoodle?
Do not teach your dog that people are chew toys. Get him some real toys of his own. Give them to him when he has the need to chew or play. Ceasar Milan is aces when it comes to teaching you how to deal with your dog. He has a website, too, and a newsletter...
Frugal Wedding Decorations
Has no one ever told you that each time you save money, you take what you save and put it in your jewelry budget? I keep mine in an envelope on a bookshelf.
