Posts by Artie

I wear shorts and bermudas, but I am not self conscious about my legs. Other parts of my body--absolutely, just not my legs. Generally I avoid capris (especially the ones that hit mid-shin) because they tend to make everyone look about...

Yes, I love my apron! My girls each have one too. And, one of these days, when I finally figure out how to use my sewing machine, I'm going to make more. They have some really cute retro apron patterns out there!

My recipe also calls for Fels Naptha (2 cups finely grated, which is a little more than 1 bar of soap...I've also just used the one bar, and it still works fine), 1 cup washing soda and 1 cup borax. I prefer the powdered detergent. ...

We did a shared bathroom one time when we were in Northern CA. The room we stayed in was beautiful (one of the larger rooms), but the bathroom was a separate room down the hall. The person we shared with was usually up late at night...

Dh's family had several Amish men who used to work for them (before FIL and his brother retired). FIL and MIL also took a vacation with an Amish couple. You should totally ask them the question, and I bet they'd be happy to help if...

We are vegetarian around here, so we eat meatless every night. My favorite meatless meals: Mediterranean Pita Pizzas: Pita bread (homemade or store bought), hummus (homemade or store bought), feta cheese, and whatever toppings you...

Some do. I've read Lori Wick, and she does quite a bit. However, I've never read any of the books you're referring to, so I don't know what to compare it to. Honestly, I whisper prayers in my mind throughout the course of a day, so I...

A hair trick my stylist told me about: if you use a bit of pomade on their/your hair, it will keep the static away, even after removing hats! Works awesome with my girls! We always bundle up before leaving the house too, but it...

Quote: Originally Posted by melsb We have several cats and it's never been a big deal. The kids have both been slapped a few times but truthfully, the cats have been pretty easy going with the kids, that I figure the few times it...

I've been a vegetarian since I was about 14, and I began slowly cutting back on meat when I was 10, so I've been veg almost 20 years. For me, meat turns my stomach, and the idea of eating it makes me literally nauseous. You may...