Like most husbands and wives, we have different body temperatures. He's always cold; I'm always burning up. I sleep with just a sheet barely touching me and he's covered over his head with sheets, blankets and comforters. He's even been known to wear a stocking cap! So, when winter arrived, the battle began again. To keep him warm, the bed was loaded with blankets, which made me...

While remodeling our two bathrooms, we had the ceilings texturized and decided to replace the exhaust fans. The old fans were the standard vented box type, which were not only ugly, but did a poor job. We made a trip to Lowes and I expected to find newer models of the same old thing. I wasn't happy to spend money on another ugly, but necessary item. As it turned out, I didn't have to.Wh...

I hate to exercise. I absolutely hate it. But, it's something I am very aware that I need to do. Being someone who can't handle heat or humidity, I opted for an indoor activity. I already have a treadmill, but it's so boring and I actually caused a foot problem by using it. So, the next idea was a bike.Years ago I had one of the old style bikes, the kind that sit straight up and are...

Having a small bathroom is a pain. Having one with very little storage is even worse. After spending years running back and forth to the hall closet to get towels and other things, I had reached my limit. I wanted storage space in that bathroom, no matter how I had to get it. The first thing I did was go online and check home decor and bathroom stores. There wasn't much I liked and most wer...

Sleep is one of the most important part of our lives, yet most of us don't get enough or what we get is not restful. Needing an improvement in our own bed, we purchased a new Serta mattress.We were overwhelmed as we researched the various brands, trying to find the best one for us. Going from store to store and trying to figure out which one suited both of us was  a major headache...

When I finally decided it was time for a new washer and dryer, I was not sure what I wanted. I was drawn to a couple of big name brands that looked good, but the prices were outrageous and the reviews I found were not encouraging. My brother is  a contractor and is always buying appliances for his projects and he's gotten to know which ones are better than others, at least in his exper...

As someone who hates to cook, a slow cooker is a blessing. I can put everything in it in the morning and forget about it until I'm ready to eat. However, I've owned several slow cookers/crock pots over the years and most were either a real pain to clean or burnt the food. I learned that if I wanted to use it, I had to keep an eye on it to prevent burning. Recently, I heard about a ...

I love plants, but I've killed more than my fair share over the years. Overwatering, underwatering, too much light, too little light, poor soil, fertilizer, etc...  are all issues I've dealt with. Now, I have a tool that will help take the guess work out of some of it. The Soil Master moisture, light & ph meter is fantastic. No longer do I have to remember when I last watered t...

Cleaning the shower is a job I absolutely hate. My arms and back hate it too. So I was excited when I found a spray cleaner that eliminates the need to scrub. Arm & Hammer has been making quality products for years and this is another success. It comes in an easy to hold spray bottle. You start with a clean shower, then after each shower from then on, you spray this on tile, shower cur...

As anyone who drives in Boston knows, traffic is a nightmare. If you are headed for Logan Airport, you are usually stressed due to the amount of traffic and possible delays. For those with these issues, Logan Express is for you.Having lived outside of Boston for several years, I had made the trip back and forth to Logan many times. I refused to drive it myself, having my husband do it instead. ...

A few years ago, I developed adult acne. Just what a girl needs as she's aging, to deal with pimples again. That's a real boost to the self-esteem. My problems were different than what I had as a teenager. I tried using over the counter acne products, but they didn't clear it up. After months of waiting for it to go away, I finally saw a dermatologist.My doctor diagnosed it as adult...

A couple of years ago, I decided to splurge on myself and buy the Neutrogena Microdermabrasion System. It was advertised as a product that you could easily use at home and would improve the look of your skin. I'm generally skeptical of such claims, so I did some research online and found many satisfied customers. I had to try this for myself.The kit consists of a battery powered applic...

Eating is one of my dogs favorite things to do. She'll do tricks all day if she knows there's a treat coming. Her favorite things are peanut butter, cheese, hot dogs and dog biscuits. I found the dog biscuits at Dollar General Store. A 19 oz. box cost just $1.00. The name brand is right beside it and costs twice as much. I've compared both boxes and they appear to be the same. ...

Ever since I first saw Tickle Me Elmo, I was intrigued by it. I'm far from being a child and I don't have children, but this toy makes me laugh. My husband gave me my own Tickle Me Elmo for Christmas. I thought at first that it would be just me that was entertained, but my husband kept Elmo busy trying to find the secret ways to get him to do more and say more. The two of us played with...

My husband and I have been fans of the Kansas City Royals for 35 years. We've attended countless games at their beautiful stadium, but had seen just the public areas of the facility. During a recent trip to KC, we decided to take a tour of the stadium. To be honest, we almost didn't do it because of the cost. We were quite surprised when we saw the prices, since we had toured Fenwa...

With an indoor dog, I'm always cleaning messes. Whenever possible, I use old towels and washcloths, but those aren't always the best option for me. I used to keep a towel handy in the kitchen for wiping our clean hands, but I've now given up on that. My husband is a dog person. He prefers dogs to most people, so he isn't bothered by dog hair or slobber. He can play with the...

Severe weather is bad enough when you can watch television and hear important news updates. Being out of touch during those times can not only be scary, it can be deadly.During a major ice storm, our house was without power for 5 days. It seemed unbearable to us, but others had it much worse. All hotels in the city and for miles around were filled with people looking for a place to st...

I first became aware of Tivo as soon as it was put on the market. I was told about it by someone who took part in the manufacturing of it and all I heard was how amazing it was. Though I listened, I wasn't impressed or interested. A few weeks later, I saw it in action for myself and I was totally amazed. At that time, I didn't fully know what it was capable of doing. After being sh...

Music for me is a form of therapy. It lifts me when I'm down and helps me soar when it's really good. Three Dog Night has been my favorite group since their debut in 1969. Chuck Negron was one of 3 lead singers with that band and is a solo artist today. His falsetto voice can be heard on songs such as "Joy To The World", (also known as "Jeremiah Was A Bullfrog"), &qu...

Back pain has been a problem for me for years. About a year ago, I developed a new problem in the upper back, shoulders and down one arm. I tried acupuncture and chiropractic, which both helped to some extent, but I wasn't getting the relief I was seeking.A few months ago, I began seeing a massage therapist. She really works my muscles and has brought me much relief, but the probl...