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Helpful Hint – Window Cleaner

Lauren Bigica — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:51:18 +0000

Streaky windows? Worry no more, Marianne’s homemade window cleaner does the trick! All you need is: A clean spray bottle Water White Vinegar Lemon Put equal parts water and vinegar into the spray bottle. Then squeeze in the juice of one lemon. Shake up and spray away those streaks!

Helpful Hint – Adult Capri Sun

Lauren Bigica — Mon, 06 May 2013 12:25:10 +0000

Are you sick of your drinks getting warm at the beach or sand all over your bottles?Here’s a new way to take a drink to the beach. All you need is: Ziploc Bags 1 cup Sugar 1/3 cup Water and 8 cups on the side 4 Lemons, juiced Vodka Ice Cubes In a [...]

Helpful Hint – How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes

Lauren Bigica — Wed, 01 May 2013 12:38:35 +0000

Mosquitoes are out already, but we’re ready to rid of those bugs we all dislike so much! Here are some helpful hints on how to get rid of mosquitoes. Finally! A mosquito repellent spray and trap! And it’s an all-natural, easy recipes you can make at home: Mosquito Repellent: Combine in [...]

Helpful Hint – How to Get Rid of Ants

Lauren Bigica — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:23:32 +0000

Do you have an ant problem in or around your house? Well this helpful hint will be sure to rid of those pesky little ants. All you need is: Spray Bottle Pine Sol Water Mix water and pine sol in the spray bottle shake and spray away!

Helpful Hint – How to Make Your Own Fabreeze

Lauren Bigica — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:11:20 +0000

How to make your own fabreeze. All you need is: 27 oz spray bottle 1/8 cup liquid fabric softener 3 tbls baking soda hot water Put all ingredients into spray bottle, shake and spray away! You’re house is sure to smell refreshed!

Easiest Peanut Butter Fudge Ever Recipe

Lauren Bigica — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:20:52 +0000

Easiest Peanut Butter Fudge Ever All you need a baking pan, an 8×10 would do just fine. 2 cups Sugar 1/2 cup Milk 1 tsp Vanilla 3/4 cup Peanut Butter In a sauce pan bring sugar and milk to a boil. Once it comes to a boil let it boil for 2 1/2 minutes. Remove [...]

Helpful Hint – Cold Compress

Lauren Bigica — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:52:02 +0000

Ever need a cold compress and don’t have anything in the freezer that you could use? Well here is a solution all you need is a sponge and freezer bag. Take that brand new sponge, wet it and put it into a freezer bag. Then put it in the freezer and let it freeze up [...]

Helpful Hint – Sweet Potato Fries

Lauren Bigica — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:24:06 +0000

Do you enjoy sweet potato fries but when you try to make them they come out mushy or there is too much oil on them? Well here’s a little helpful hint for you. Use a spray bottle fill it with some olive oil (or any kind of cooking oil of your choice) and spritz them [...]

Helpful Hint – Make Your Old Shoes Smell Like New

Lauren Bigica — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:56:10 +0000

Do you have an older pair of shoes that smell? Check out this helpful hint. You can use a clean sock then put kitty litter and baby powder in it, tie it up and put them in your shoes. Your shoes will smell fresh and new. Maybe you have a smelly shoe remedy of your [...]

Where to Get a Flu Shot in Monmouth and Ocean Counties

Meredith Chambers — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 21:00:11 +0000

While we are currently experiencing a flu epidemic in Monmouth and Ocean counties, there is still time to get the flu vaccine at a location near you. Most major pharmacies in Monmouth and Ocean counties are offering flu shots to help prevent the influenza virus. People are also encouraged to contact their physician’s office for [...]

Helpful Hints – Relieve Sinusitis Symptoms

Bradley James — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 12:40:57 +0000

Here we go again… Suffering from sinusitis? Use these techniques to relieve symptoms of your sinus headaches! Press your tongue against the roof of your mouth and press two fingers between eyebrows in a circular motion Eat apples to reduce inflammation that causes headaches Sniff a strong scent to clear your airways (Marianne prefers Vicks) [...]

Helpful Hints – Kill Stink Bugs Without the Stink!

Bradley James — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 12:45:55 +0000

Stink bugs causing a stink in your home? Check out this Helpful Hint! To avoid the dreadful stench of a dead stink bug, spray it with hair spray to stiffen it up then spray it completely with air freshener! Be sure to scoop it up and flush it once it has passed! Do you have [...]

Helpful Hints – Deodorize Household Jars

Bradley James — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:46:11 +0000

Do you recycle jars in your home, but can’t get the smell out of them no matter how hard you wash them? Use this Helpful Hint to deodorize your household jars: Ingredients: 1 tsp. mustard powder 1 qt. water Directions: mix solution in jar rinse with water this will deodorize the glass

Helpful Hints – Remove Closet Clutter in 8 Minutes!

Bradley James — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:49:51 +0000

Use this Helpful Hint to remove the clutter from your closet in record time! Do you need to de-clutter your closet? Follow these tips: Set a timer for 8 minutes Walk into your closet armed with 2 things: a bag for trash and a box for recyclables Throw out plastic dry cleaning bags, wire hangers, [...]

Helpful Hints – Keep Mice Away From Your Home

Bradley James — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 12:47:12 +0000

Take advantage of this Helpful Hint on keeping mice away from your home! This Hint comes by way of special request. Do you have a request? Leave them for us here! Keep your cupboards, cabinets and counter-tops clean. If they don’t smell food, they won’t target your home! Keep all food items closed and covered [...]

Helpful Hints – What is Your Tongue Telling You?

Bradley James — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 12:54:33 +0000

Your tongue can tell a lot about your health! What is your tongue telling you? Check out Marianne’s Helpful Hints from Woman’s World magazine and see what your tongue is saying! Before you take any actions, please consult your doctor first! Is your tongue pale pink? You may need more iron in your diet. to [...]

Helpful Hints – Preparing for the Winter

Bradley James — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 12:51:08 +0000

Winter might seem far away, but now is the time to prepare! Check out Marianne’s Helpful Hints to get ready! Before the temperature drops, be sure to do the following things: caulk cracks and gaps around window frames remove hose from outside faucet turn off water and drain piping close upper return air vents and [...]

Helpful Hints – Natural Toilet Bowl Cleaner

Bradley James — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 12:45:37 +0000

Enjoy this popular Helpful Hints on how to clean your toilet bowl naturally! All you need is: white vinegar baking soda disposable toilet brush add 1/2 cup vinegar to the toilet bowl and let sit for a few minutes add 1/2 cup of baking soda let mixture fizz for about 10 minutes add another 1/4 [...]

Helpful Hints – Freshen Up Your Suitcase, Conserve Cooking Oil and More!

Bradley James — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 12:46:46 +0000

Enjoy a grab bag of Helpful Hints today! Does your pet knock over their feeding bowl? Place rubber matting under the dish! Freshen up your suitcase: a few weeks before you pack, stuff suitcases with newspaper. The newspaper will absorb unpleasant odors Conserve cooking oil: instead of tearing foil off of the top, simply poke [...]

Helpful Hints – Other Uses for Dryer Sheets

Bradley James — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:48:00 +0000

Do you have some Bounce dryer sheets? Check out these Helpful Hints on other uses this common household product!