George Foreman is a brilliant man for coming up with (or at least lending his name to) these wonderful, indoor grills that allow for a lot of the fat to run off of otherwise greasy meats. It not only gives people the chance to grill inside, but it provides a healthier meal. I’ve had three … Read More
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Home tip: controlling fleas and static cling with one item
I’m the first to admit (and probably complain a little bit) that Borax can be hard to find sometimes. It’s supposed to be in the laundry soap aisle, near the stain removers. It must be pretty darn popular though because I can find it only about half the time. It’s not surprising though, considering how … Read More
Home tip: my love of the microwave
My name is Jamie, not Betty Crocker. I may have brown hair but I’m no Rachel Ray. In other words, I’m not a great cook. Sure, I can find my way around the kitchen and follow basic recipes. I can even experiment and come up with a few happy accidents. Because of time constraints and … Read More
2 tips for common medical-related cleanups using household supplies
We all have to clean stuff up from time to time that isn’t easy or pleasant, right? Sometimes that includes medical related-clean ups. No, I don’t have a quick and easy way to clean up cat or kid vomit (but if you do, please share!). I’ve learned two methods for doing other types of … Read More