Get Fluffy or Spot to show you what he wants
Your pet is nagging you, but you don’t know what he wants. Why not just ask? Liz Palika, author of The New Age Dog (Renaissance) says that with a small…
Category: Home & Family
Breathe easier at home
The American Lung Association says these steps will reduce indoor air pollution: * Basement: Keep humidity levels below 50 percent. Add an air cleaning…
Solve your gravy problems
Homemade gravy can be a trea,t but getting it just right is tricky. Try one of these fixes: * If it’s too thin: Simmer until liquid is reduced or dissolve…
Housewarming gift welcomes neighbors
The young mother was in something of a daze as she looked at newly unloaded boxes of her kitchen equipment. Her husband and children were tired too, and…
Fix sink chips, stains
White porcelain sinks that are chipped or stained can be repaired. For a dark surface stain on a sink or counter top, try sanding with the finest grain…
Another point of view: What it means to be poor
One day, the father of a very wealthy family took his son on a trip to the country. He wanted to show his son how poor people live. They spent a couple of…
Tiny critters are looking for your child
As children return to school and play close together, lice can be transferred from one child to another. Lice infestations can start when children touch…
Homework time: Some ideas for study without tears
How do you know if you’re giving your child help that is needed, or if you are creating an anxious, dependent child by helping too much? Former teacher…
Healthy vision critical to children’s skills
Did you know that 80 percent of learning occurs through our eyes? Healthy vision is critical to classroom and homework success. Poor vision can lead to…
Keep swimmer’s ear away
If you plan to spend a lot of time in the water this summer, have some over-the-counter ear drops handy. Swimmer’s ear is a common complication from water…