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    How do you handle money?

    re: wcwbf post # 23 New bills (fresh off the press LOL) are dangerous - they seem to stick together. The bills are "scrunched" and straighten before going into the purse/wallet/pocket.
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    Have you ever visited a psychic?

    In my late teens or early 20's, friends and I visited a psychic. He predicted I will have 3 children and that a "LOUIE" is a relative. I have 3 children and my sister husband's last name is "Louie". Sister was in her teens at the time and did not know a "Louie". I have never been to a...
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    What Part of Growing Older Irritates You the Most?

    Fear of loosing my independence. 79, live with Flash (dog) in the same house for 40 plus years. Daughter thinks I should move closer to her to a seniors' complex. She organized the "elder care" inspection (safety, cleanliness, diet, exercise, etc - there was nothing "untoward" reported -...
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    How many of you have started your holiday(s) decorating?

    no to Hallowe'en, no to Thanksgiving, Christmas decorations are done (ie lights are unplugged from January 6 to December 1!!)
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    My hair is getting drier and drier

    Further to Helen Bacque's post #18: a link to how does diet affect hair Does Diet Affect Hair Loss? What Foods to Eat 2022 - Hair Loss Geeks
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    Have you ever told you were cheap on yourself?

    I view "cheap", "frugal", "penny pincher" as complements. The interpretation is that YOU CAN MANAGE YOUR MONEY (money wise?).
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    Have you ever given, or received the dreaded Xmas fruitcake?

    We use to get a Christmas cake or two for Christmas. I would steam serving size protions and topped with custard as a dessert.
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    I am a mean Mama, how to trim a dogs nails.

    Flash and I walk 3 miles/day on paved sidewalks - this is his pedicure. At the annual check-ups, the vet always inspects his paws - no ingrown nails, no blisters and best of all, he is fit and lean.
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    Open shelving in the kitchen

    Open shelving in the kitchen - love it!! 80 inches wide/11 inches deep with 2 shelves. - Lower shelf: every day dishes, mugs, glasses - never need dusting as these are used almost daily; an "upside down" cloth rack (?) attached to the lower shelf (over the sink) - no...
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    Hmmm... the spaghetti models seem to be in a near agreement out the next 7~10 days.

    https://wm/spaghetti-models/ww.cyclocane.co
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    Rice Cooker. Any Advice?

    Jules: I don't want another appliance - the rice is cooked in the microwave. Google "cooking rice in microwave" for instructions.
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    Aging in Place - Have you made preparations?

    When I bought this house (40 years ago), I planned to age in place. The house was perfect fit (single mom with 3 teens) - 4 bedrooms with a self contained "Granny suite" (aka basement suite). My plan was to eventually move into the suite as there are NO STAIRS if entered from the back (3...
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    What kinds of salads do you make?

    Re: Brookswood post #33 I make a similar salad but call it 'clean out the fridge' salad - "spring salad mix", left over cooked green beans and "end of cheese chunks" or grated cheese, leftover meat/fish, dressed with Sesame Dressing/Marinade (my current favourite)
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    How long does it take you to get ready for bed ?

    Getting ready for bed starts in the morning: make the bed and tidy the bedroom, dust and vacumn one morning week. The alarm clock was retired when I did - body clock wakes up between 6 am and 7 am daily. I always shower at bedtime for a relaxing sleep. Crates for the dog(s) are in the...
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    "Food and music shouldn't hurt" What does it mean?

    Re: Jace's Post #1: Food and music shouldn't hurt. I love the ballard "Danny Boy" but it seems to bring out the sadness and tears of many: The Mysteries Behind the Beloved Irish Ballad "Danny Boy"
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