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Oh, I'm so glad to see someone else with this house rule. LOL I like my bread towels for bread. I do use these towels for my noodle making, too.

I'll try to answer from our experiences with calves. We keep our calves on the bottle for about 6 weeks. All depends on the calf. The three we have now seem like they might wean themselves.LOL Just wishful thinking on my part. But, they are taking to grain well. We usually set out calf...

Well darn, but hey, you have the right attitude. You will be alright thinking this way. I'm speaking from experience here. It does sound like Tony's employer is trying to make things work. That's a positive. So many places can't do that or won't. You just keep coming here for support or...

I recently helped someone going through a foreclosure. Yes, communication is key. Also, it's important to keep in touch on a regular basis. Keep records of each call: who you spoke with, time of day, date, content of the discussion, and any directions given. Make copies of all paperwork...

Hoosier, I'm sorry. Like FC said, "this just stinks!!!" Know that you aren't alone in this situation. It's tough here in Indiana. My DH has been laid off since October. You can do it. It is hard, but like others mentioned, you gain a different appreciation for things and your SS skills...

Way more than my mind can handle today!LOL One of the reasons I make my own is that we really do notice a difference with our skin. Less irritation and itchiness. I haven't found the same with store purchased even baby detergent, which didn't do a great job on really dirty clothes. Dace, you...

We aren't milking now, so no cheesemaking. A few ways I have used whey: baking - makes good bread, water plants - garden enjoyed it last summer, chickens and pigs love it. I've read to use it for cooking pasta and rice. I haven't tried that yet, but I'm thinking it would be good. I'd like...

I usually find the washing soda at the hometown grocery stores. As someone mentioned, I believe that Borax is a mined product. I'll have to check on that. I have been using Ivory, Borax and washing soda for laundry for a few years. We all have very sensitive skin and have noticed less...

Hi there, Kaycei. You are way ahead of me having your seeds started. I look forward to all you have to share here.

I am so very glad it's the end of the week - the end of the day. I need a break! The menu I posted above is moved to next week as I didn't do much cooking this week. My DH came down with a flu bug and it hit him hard. Our DD wasn't home for supper so I didn't see any need to cook. Anyway...

I just popped in to ask this very question and here you have the answer keljonma. Thanks I hope to try this soon.

I'm sorry I had to laugh at this. (And, I really needed a good laugh.) But, why does a husband's family assume it's the wife that thinks up these crazy things? Why are we leading their sane son into a lifestyle that is "over the edge?"LOL When we moved from our new home into this old...

I was only able to watch the last half of this show. I was disappointed. And, when she got to the top 3 things to do in 2009 to save money I was sorry I even waisted my time. We already do all that! Not spending money for an entire day......we do that quite often. Not using a credit card for...

Ok, I need to make a note not to come to SS and read before eating.LOL This is just YUCK! I know FC is probably right. She's our pork expert.:) justusnak, I hope you are able to get past the mental thought of this. As I'm reading and writing this a thought comes to mind. We pick up our...

FarmerChick, sorry about this. You both have a lot going on now, but maybe the rest will be good. And, if it's every other week, perhaps that's a good sign, too. The others are right, it's all in how you think about it. The SS mentality really kicks in and you get to put into action all...

Oh, I hope this is just a passing thing and you keep your job. We are struggling with phone and electric, too. I haven't found a solution to the phone. Have you cut down on disposable items? Napkins, paper towels, paper plates......... I save a bundle here. I believe we can go through...

Stuff - crap - treasures........we have plenty around here, too. We started decluttering 3 years ago when we moved. We are still working on it. Items that hold sentimental memories are the most difficult. But, sometimes one has to descern who and what that sentimental attachment really is...

Oh Pam, I feel for you. You sure look like you are taking good care of yourself. I really like the new napkins on your blog. What a deal you got. I need to get to Good Will more. You take care. I'll be thinking along with everyone else - 3 1/2 weeks.

You all have me laughing thinking about the little old ladies at church. Each church must be blessed with them. I have a great aunt that was like that until a couple of years ago. I know she must miss it. They sure are an example to us all. Farmfresh, I hope you find your piece of heaven...

The holidays are over here. Today, we are back to the routine. Grandsons were here today and they'll be spending tomorrow and Wednesday with us. We did a lot of drawing and coloring today. DH spent the day cutting down a tree at a friend's. Always a nice feeling to see the woodpile grow. I...