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Twinkie
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09-24-2002

Saturday, March 24, 2007 - 1:18 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Twinkie a private message Print Post    
Well, now I understand why I've been craving bananas. I quit smoking a month ago. I love bananas and would eat them all the time except that they are too high in sugar for a diabetic to eat too much of them. But I do have one each morning for breakfast. But just since I quit smoking I've been wanting to eat a lot more bananas and now I know why! Thanks, Gracie!!

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Saturday, March 24, 2007 - 2:06 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
YW Twinks!

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Saturday, March 24, 2007 - 2:18 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
Healing Properties of HONEY & CINNAMON

honey

cinnamon


Dogdoc
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09-29-2001

Saturday, March 24, 2007 - 5:49 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Dogdoc a private message Print Post    
Oooh. I just bought Scooby Doo Cinnamon Graham Cracker Sticks and Scooby Doo Honey Graham Cracker Sticks. I didn't know they were good for me!

Twinkie
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09-24-2002

Saturday, March 24, 2007 - 8:10 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Twinkie a private message Print Post    
I've heard Dr. Oz talk about cinnamon and I try to eat as much of it as I can.

Biscottiii
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05-29-2004

Friday, March 30, 2007 - 10:55 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Biscottiii a private message Print Post    
Jasper said:
December 03, 2006 - 1:06 pm
"I want to thank whoever posted the tips for Bounce sheets. I have had no mice in the house since stuffing them around the kitchen pipes! Thank you thank you thank you."


PLEASE! Would Jasper or whoever saw/shared that tip mind giving the specifics again? Tried search and archives, but couldn't find it after two tries now.

My Sis in Phoenix fairly recently found mice. She says that they can press down to 1/4" (one quarter of an inch) to crawl through the holes around pipes. Says she's been using Steel Wool poked into the holes, they are happy to chew around plasterboard or wood, but the Steel Wool irritates their little teeth. Personally I wonder if they might be coming through the doggie door. Perhaps stapling Bounce around, not sure of what the mousies don't like, maybe the scent?

So, I'm wondering what's the full scoop about Jasper's received tip, how it works, if the Bounce might work better? How it's to be applied/fragrance? Maybe both Steel Wool in conjunction with the Bounce? Anyone remember? Thanks in advance Bisc

BTW, I had wasps crawling into a crack surrounding the outside backporch light, building a nest inside the wall. Sis ended up pulling off the fixture and stuffing steel wool in there before screwing it back into place. Guess wasps don't like the Steel Wool either. Left alone to build their nests, wasps can do some serious damage. I saw at my Uncle's home, their nest bowed in the inside bathroom wall. Heck of a mess to repair.

Jasper
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09-14-2000

Sunday, April 01, 2007 - 11:33 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Jasper a private message Print Post    
Biscottiii- I don't have the whole list of tips anymore, but regarding the mice, I tried steel wool around the pipes to no avail. I knew exactly where they were coming in, under the kitchen sink, and stuffed the bounce sheets around the pipes instead of the steel wool and voila, no more mice. I don't know what exactly repels them but it works great.

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Sunday, April 01, 2007 - 3:17 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
ant
Aspartame works great on ants. Just sprinkle in the corner of cabinets or the room near where you may have seen them last! Here's a clip from the Idaho Observer with more details.
antmanyantmanyantmanyantmany

Biscottiii
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05-29-2004

Sunday, April 01, 2007 - 5:58 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Biscottiii a private message Print Post    
Thanks so much Jasper, appreciate your prompt response! I will pass that info along when we quack tonight after the Amazing Race. Interesting that merely stuffing the stuff is sufficient. And that you had no success with the steel wool! I bet it's the scent that is the turnoff.

Thanks also Urgrace, I will pass along the Aspartame tip as well! Heck, think I need to pass along the whole link to this thread while I'm at it. So MANY GREAT tips here!

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Monday, April 09, 2007 - 11:27 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
April Bargain Sales!


Spring Clothing - dresses, suits, coats, summer clothes, hosiery, lingerie, bridal gowns (save up to 70%)
Women's shoes
Fabrics and towels
Tools
Yard and Garden tools - Look for up to 50% off on things like rakes, hoes, and shovels through April.
Garden Supplies including shrubs, trees, rosebushes
Furniture, televisions, and outdoor furniture
Summer sports equipment
Gift items
Tires
Paint and wallpaper and other supplies
Cruises
European vacations
Food items - artichokes, dairy products, ham, eggs, chicken * BBQ Products: ketchup, mustard, relish, salad dressings, napkins, etc.(Before summer. These companies want you to fill your pantry so you don't buy any competitors products all summer. Good time to stock up a years worth.)


Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Thursday, April 12, 2007 - 4:50 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
Grocery Shopping - 10 Tips

1. Make a list of the items you need while you check your fridge, cupboards, store
ads and circulars for the best deals available

2. Choose the right store for the right price

3. Take coupons for smart spending

4. Try store brands. They have improved and often equal name brands.

5. Eat something before you go shopping to avoid impulse buying

6. Set a dollar limit for your list

7. Comparison shop by checking the UNIT price on the shelf sticker. Don't forget to
also check the expiration date on the item.

8. Those 'sale' items in the sales bins, center aisles, or the ends of the aisles are
not necessarily a bargain. Avoid them.

9. Read the labels for ingredients and valuable nutritional information.

10. Watch the scanner at the check out and look over your receipt when you get
home for incorrect pricing. Many items scan with the wrong price and go undetected.

here for Insider Tips on How Grocery Stores Get You to Spend More

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Friday, April 20, 2007 - 7:13 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
GOT MILK? DO YOU KNOW WHAT'S IN IT?

“Health Care Without Harm opposes the use of recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone (rBGH or rBST), a synthetic hormone given to dairy cows to increase milk production, due to its adverse impacts on animals and potential harm to humans.” – Health Care Without Harm, www.noharm.org

Please check the label of the milk you buy.
Read More

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Monday, April 23, 2007 - 12:35 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
Cough Cough Cough Cough Cough Cough Cough Cough Cough Cough Cough


Coughing can be serious and needs to be diagnosed properly. Learning the difference just by the sound of a cough can help in finding the underlying cause. Check out -> this site for more detailed information.

childcough


Now for another way to deal with coughing, www.snopes.com says it is undetermined as to the truth, but it seems to be more positive than not, and would seem to be worth checking out.
So, here it is:

Don't laugh, it works 100% of the time although the scientists at the Canada Research council (who discovered it) aren't sure why.

To stop nighttime coughing in a child or adult, put Vicks Vaporub generously on the bottom of the feet at bedtime, then cover with socks.

Even persistent, heavy, deep coughing will stop in about 5 minutes and stay stopped for many, many hours of relief.

Works 100% of the time and is more effective in children than even very strong prescription cough medicines. In addition it is extremely soothing and comforting and they will sleep soundly.

An A.M. Radio program had this guy talking about why cough medicines in kids often do more harm than good due to the chemical makeup of these strong drugs. The head of the Canada Research Council described these findings on the part of their scientists when they were investigating the effectiveness and usage of prescription cough medicines in children as compared to alternative therapies like acupressure.

It was found to be more effective than prescribed medicines for children at bedtime, in addition to have a soothing and calming effect on sick children who then went on to sleep soundly.

An adult friend tried it on herself when she had a very deep constant, uncontrollable, and persistent cough a few weeks ago and it worked 100%! She said that it felt like a warm blanket had enveloped her, coughing stopped in a few minutes and she slept cough-free for hours every night that she used it.

So, if you end up sick, try it yourself and you will be absolutely amazed by the effect.

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Twinkie
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09-24-2002

Monday, April 23, 2007 - 2:36 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Twinkie a private message Print Post    
WOW! That is so cool!!

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Monday, April 23, 2007 - 4:52 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
Genealogy


If you are interested in genealogy research you might want to go "play" on Ancestry.com for 3 free days of unlimited access Ancestry.com

You can also "hook up" with others that are doing research on your family line.


Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Friday, April 27, 2007 - 11:04 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
MELT -- Minimal Effort, Long Term -- Approach


Simple Ways To Get In Shape
From Dr. Michael LeRoux


If you've been having trouble working out ways to get in shape, doctors offer this tip: Take baby steps. Experts say small, incremental steps are the best way to get into a fitness program or to begin changing your lifestyle.

This gradual, simple approach has worked for people across the country and even for world-class athletes. Dr. Michael LeRoux, who has applied an incremental, pro-active fitness approach when working with Olympic athletes, offers these tips to help people get in shape and stay in shape. The tips utilize a principle he calls "MELT," or "Minimal Effort, Long Term."

1) car Step away from your car. When parking your car, try to find a spot that's some distance away from your destination. The extra few minutes of walking to and from your car each day can add up quickly.

2) Cart it in a basket. shopbasket When shopping for groceries, use a hand-basket (rather than a cart) and only fill it with the essentials. This will help you think twice about what you really need, and carrying the basket around the store is a great miniworkout.

3) Blow it off. wind Begin by taking a few deep breaths, then forcefully blow a piece of paper from one side of your desk to the other and then off the desk. relieved Repeat two times a day. This diaphragmatic breathing builds up heat in the body and forces you to contract your abdomen.

4) Belly in before you begin. situp Every time you are about to change from a seated position to a standing position, take a moment to inhale and tighten your stomach muscles. It's like doing a sit-up every time you stand up.

5) Bunny hunting. Add a little strength training to your house-cleaning routine.hippity Go hunting for dust bunnies by bending down low and dusting under things, or standing on your toes to dust on top of things. Also, move your furniture when you vacuum.

http://thyroid.about.com/od/loseweightsuccessfully/a/meltfitness.htm,Simple Ways To Get In Shape
From Dr. Michael LeRoux


Twinkie
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09-24-2002

Friday, April 27, 2007 - 11:52 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Twinkie a private message Print Post    
Don't move the furniture if you have a bad back.

Chewpito
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01-04-2004

Saturday, April 28, 2007 - 12:29 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Chewpito a private message Print Post    
lol...

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Saturday, April 28, 2007 - 8:56 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
No, just turn on the music and move your hips! Dancing is a fun workout. (my son is in a wheelchair and he loves to dance)

Thanks for any comments you have on the tips and hints! If you have any other tips and hints, please post them too!

Abby7
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07-17-2002

Saturday, April 28, 2007 - 11:54 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Abby7 a private message Print Post    
urgrace, when i read the first part of tip #5:

5) Bunny hunting. Add a little strength training to your house-cleaning

.................

my first thought was no way in hell am i going to hop around the house like a bunny and clean. i re-read the tip...didn't say to do that. still, no bunny hunting for me. lol

Cheri4angels
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11-15-2006

Sunday, April 29, 2007 - 5:02 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Cheri4angels a private message Print Post    
In my house there's enough bunnies to overtake me. <shudder> Think I'll just leave them lil darlin's alone...

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Sunday, April 29, 2007 - 2:33 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
LOL Abby and Cheri!

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Monday, April 30, 2007 - 7:28 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
WARNING! Do NOT open any email from anyone if it has "mail server report" in the subject line. I just checked this message out at snopes and it's true. Even though the email will look and sound official (even as far as giving a phone number to call if you have problems!) it is a real virus.

~*~ Virus Warning ~*~
Warezov W or W32

Any email with "Mail Server Report" in the subject line is a new virus and should not be opened. It comes with an attachment in 'zip format.'

The message tells you that a worm was detected in an e-mail that you sent. You are told to open and install the attachment to fix the problem.

When you install the attached file, your computer is then INFECTED.

Urgrace
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08-19-2000

Monday, April 30, 2007 - 12:12 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Urgrace a private message Print Post    
This is a new Warning! ^

Texannie
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07-16-2001

Monday, April 30, 2007 - 12:23 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post Send Texannie a private message Print Post    
thanks grace!!