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How to Fix Scratches on Glass Aug. 10, 2023

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Our homes are well-accessorized with glass from windowpanes to shower doors to tabletops to lovely g... Read More

Dare to Do the Unthinkable Aug. 09, 2023

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On an ordinary hot summer day in rural Georgia, just weeks before heading off for his first year of ... Read More

11 Things You Should Never Plug Into a Power Strip Aug. 08, 2023

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Faithful readers will recall I've written on this subject in the past. Today, with proof that "teach... Read More

Holiday Head Start Aug. 07, 2023

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During these lazy days of summer, I can imagine that Christmas is the farthest thing from your mind.... Read More

Sometimes You Need a Microscope to Get to the Truth Aug. 03, 2023

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I wouldn't go so far as to say I am a fine print junkie — but I could see that happening. Thi... Read More

Generation Self-Centered Aug. 02, 2023

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While some might argue to the contrary (my husband, for example), I don't write 24/7. I do have a li... Read More

How Not To Get Rid of Wasps (And 7 Ways To Do It Safely) Aug. 01, 2023

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Have you run into the viral trend making a big splash on TikTok that involves getting rid of wasps a... Read More

Are Credit and Debit Cards Making Us Fat? Jul. 31, 2023

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I've heard of blaming one's weight on a lot of things, but credit and debit cards? That was a new on... Read More

Crash Through -- Don't Quit! Jul. 27, 2023

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All of us have quitting points in our lives — those times or situations that become so overwhe... Read More

College Students, Have I Got a Plan for You! Jul. 26, 2023

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All around the country, newly minted high school graduates will soon be heading off to college. They... Read More

Chicken Labeling at the Supermarket: Prepare to Be Surprised Jul. 25, 2023

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If you've ever stood in the supermarket wondering if paying more for chicken that is free-range, ant... Read More

Solved: The Mystery of Ceiling Fan Direction Jul. 24, 2023

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As a child, I must have driven my parents crazy. And I am still doing it, but now to my husband. I c... Read More

How to Win the Battle Over Temptation Jul. 20, 2023

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If you've ever stopped by the store to pick up milk and walked out with a week's worth of snacks to ... Read More

A Guide to Storing Apples at Home Fresh and Delicious Jul. 19, 2023

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Apples are a versatile fruit that are as nutritious as they are delicious. In season, apples are amo... Read More

How to Pack a Cooler to Keep Everything Icy Cold All Day Jul. 18, 2023

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Coolers are supposed to keep ice frozen, drinks icy cold, and food safe and ready to enjoy anytime, ... Read More

I Tried Dozens of Methods to Clean Kitchen Counters -- This Is the One I'm Excited About Jul. 12, 2023

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A kitchen counter is more than just a surface for cooking and meal preparation. In many homes, the k... Read More

5 Genius Ways to Use Food-Grade Diatomaceous Earth Jul. 10, 2023

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Diatomaceous earth, referred to simply as DE, is a natural sedimentary rock composed of fossilized r... Read More

Get Headed Down a Debt-End Course Jul. 04, 2023

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Facing your debts can be depressing for several reasons. First, all the stuff that caused the debt i... Read More

10 Mistakes To Avoid When Booking Your Next Flight Jul. 03, 2023

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Most people intuitively associate vacation and travel with huge expenses. But it doesn't have to be ... Read More

All You Need to Know to Fire Up the BBQ and Get Grilling Jun. 29, 2023

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Assuming I'm not the only one who fails to do a deep clean on the outdoor grill after every use, tod... Read More