Deadly wallpaper?
“The play “Arsenic and Old Lace” is a rather disturbing comedy about a family of serial killers, particularly two eccentric aunts, who poison their…
Category: Home & Family
Nutrition tips for kids on the spectrum
Kids are famously picky eaters, or even faux picky, discovering how to manipulate their way into extra chicken nuggets and fewer vegetables. But for kids…
Folk songs left behind as culture moves on
Chances are kids will never learn — or even hear — American folk songs unless parents teach them. Folks songs often detail the origins of the American…
Unless you are moving in with penguins, it is time to think about termites
There’s only one place on earth that no one ever has to worry about termites: Antarctica. Termites don’t like the frozen frontiers, and really they don’t…
What you can do to protect against termites
Termite damage is not always covered under homeowner’s insurance so it’s essential to get periodic inspections and treatment. In addition, here are some…
Tips for managing contractors
As much as we love our home renovations, there’s no denying that the process can nevertheless be a stressful one. Some of that is due to the myriad of…
Clean up worn, but expensive sneakers
You can give those expensive, brand name sneakers, a newer look with a hair dryer. For clouded bubbles on the side of the shoe, simply aim the hair dryer…
How to find lost AirPods
If you already have the Apple Find My iPhone set up (and you should), the Find My AirPods feature is already set up. As long as you are in Bluetooth…
Potato peels and garbage disposal don’t mix
Potato peels are one food waste that should almost never be run though a garbage disposal. Thin peelings can literally slip between the disposal blades…
Teaching kids to solve problems
Gradually teaching a child to be a self-sufficient person is one of a parent’s most important tasks. Some ways to start: *Teach brainstorming: When there…