Archive for July, 2008
The Basics of Non-Toxic Weed Control
I live very close to a river. The storm sewers in front of my house feed into a ditch that flows directly into the river. As a result, I am more conscious of what I use on my garden and lawn. We don’t use anything that could wash into the storm drain and kill things [...]
Gadgets We Love: Key Lanyards
I misplace my keys. Frequently.
I have noticed that the frequency of misplaced keys has increased since I bought the hybrid car, since I no longer need the key to start the car (it just has to be in the car). And it can be a panicky feeling to not know where your keys are just [...]
How To Save Money with EBay
When people think of saving money, they generally don’t think of EBay. After all, EBay is a place to get rid of stuff, right?
EBay actually can save you money on items that you know you want, but don’t want to pay full price for.
What You Need To Look For
To use EBay as a bargain hunting [...]
Decluttering: 3 Ways To Handle Mementos
Most people, while decluttering, can recognize trash and throw it away. But I have yet to run into anyone who quickly recognizes souvenirs and mementos as things that can be decluttered.
Souvenirs and mementos come to represent memories to us. But if they are gone, will you truly forget the event? There are ways to save [...]
Grilling: Easy Potato Packages
It is summer, the season of the grill. And grilling is great for preparing main dishes. But what about side dishes? Before you reach for the standard coleslaw or potato salad, try these packets that cook right on the grill:
Potato Packets
Ingredients:
4 potatoes, washed and thinly sliced
1 onion, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tablespoon butter or margarine
salt [...]
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