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July 13, 2010
Too Much!
Coping with too much to do in too little time? Keeping a journal can help. It is more than a to do list. It is a focus on your past,...
July 5, 2010
Free Paint
When disposing of unwanted paint, we must take it to our local hazardous waste recycling, which is county operated. Anyone needing paint...
July 2, 2010
Dear Dollar Stretcher,
My grandson, a corrections officer in California, is getting paid only 3/4 of his salary due to California's money problems....
June 28, 2010
Kids' Chores
I put together a booklet, using a small photo album and 4x6 index cards. Each card went in a plastic sleeve of the album and gave...
June 24, 2010
Shorter Showers
We had some trouble with the kids shutting off the bathroom lights, so I installed a timer to the light fixture. It shuts off in 15...
June 21, 2010
Spend to Save
Sometimes spending a little may save you a lot. Get those annual checkup tests! A pap smear may cost you $100, but if it prevents you...
June 15, 2010
Degreasing Range Filters
Probably the easiest way to degrease a range hood filter is to use oven cleaner spray. Just spray the filter and leave it...
June 7, 2010
A number of months ago I was reading about ways for businesses to 'brainstorm' new ideas. One of the things that was emphasized was to encourage...
May 27, 2010
Gary,
I have heard that paying on a credit card debt every two weeks, instead of paying it once a month saves on interest and could pay off the debt...
May 25, 2010
Protection While Painting
Save old window shades for small painting jobs. Open them to use as a barrier when painting. They can be rolled up and...
May 20, 2010
Get Paid to Exercise
Rather than pay for a gym membership, my husband and I deliver the paper. We get paid to walk everyday instead of paying to go...
May 14, 2010
Degreasing Range Filters
Probably the easiest way to degrease a range hood filter is to use oven cleaner spray. Just spray the filter and leave it...