Posts by Caneel

Real tree but I can certainly understand the appeal (ease of assembly, no mess) of an artificial tree.   For years, DH felt bad about cutting down a tree so we would get live (balled) trees and plant them after...

Quote: Originally Posted by lauren      I'm limiting my media exposure to Newtown because it is hard to take in so much sadness and distress. :(     I am too.  I cannot...

Yes, I have used that method for herbs.  It proved to be too much of a hassle for me, I couldn't manage all my little cubes.  Also, I could eat basil like lettuce so when I use it, I use a lot of basil.  The thawed...

Quote: Originally Posted by ollyoxenfree  Schools have security systems for other threats besides gun-toting intruders. Getting buzzed-in and sign-out procedures for removing a child attempt to prevent non-custodial...

Quote: Originally Posted by savithny  also check the National Center for Home Food Preservation website.   They are funded by the USDA to disseminate accurate, comprehensible information about canning, freezing,...

For reference, I recently purchased a dozen Ball pint jars for $10 at my local hardware store.   Another good resource is the Chickens in the Road blog and forum.  She has a canning section and the canning...

Thanks for the feedback.  I was actually looking at that Recaro yesterday (in someone's car) and didn't know that it had a 70# weight limit.  I will cross that off the list.   I have two of those Montererys, one for...

I am struggling with/feeling uncomfortable with my son's carseat.  It is a Britax Frontier.   DS is 7yo, 52" tall and weighs 70 pounds.  He is at the top of the charts.  He is very solid but not...

Quote: Originally Posted by colsxjack    I went to the store for smokes for my parents from about age 5.     This was very common when I was a child (70s).  I can remember my...

Quote: Originally Posted by colsxjack    I retrieved beers for my Dad and company from an age too early to remember. I went to the store for smokes for my parents from about age...