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Childproofing gadgets to protect our baby grandson from the dangers of electric outlets, kitchen drawers, and cabinets. Even with these devices, anything that could pose a threat to him is being rehomed to upper cabinets in the house or garage.
 

StarSong said:
Childproofing gadgets to protect our baby grandson from the dangers of electric outlets, kitchen drawers, and cabinets. Even with these devices, anything that could pose a threat to him is being rehomed to upper cabinets in the house or garage.
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That's nice of you. When my daughter was about two, my sister insisted that we spend a few days at her place because "You need a break." Then she wanted me to keep a constant eye on my daughter so she wouldn't touch the stereo, plants, etc. Some break!
 
NorthernLight said:
That's nice of you. When my daughter was about two, my sister insisted that we spend a few days at her place because "You need a break." Then she wanted me to keep a constant eye on my daughter so she wouldn't touch the stereo, plants, etc. Some break!
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Yes, watching little ones in non-childproofed homes is a constant challenge.

My mother was a lovely woman who adored my children but didn't believe in childproofing. She lived about 20 minutes away so we saw her often. I'd get there with the three kids (one older and twins 26 months younger) and immediately start moving her breakables from lower shelves to the dining room table and baby grand. When it was time to leave I'd say, "Let me put those things back where they belong." She'd say, "I'll get it, Honey. Don't worry about it."

After doing this dance several times, she artfully arranged those breakables on her table and piano between our visits. Mom came to enjoy seeing her beautiful crystal at eye level and kept them on the dining room table and piano until she moved from that house to assisted living, by which time my children were deep in their twenties. 💕
 

I diagnosed the frosting accumulating on the ice maker to failure of the dispenser door flap seal & insulator. Parts ordered will replace when received. Could have paid for tech to sell parts & do repair but why would I when the how to is on youtube? Total time expect to be less that 20 minutes.

Frigidaire 241688501 Dispenser Door Flap Refrigerator
Price: $27.15

Frigidaire Insulation Refrigerator
Price: $40.61
 
New Roku thingie. I couldn't get the silly thing to work so reconnected the old one and got it working...at least for now. DSIL's expertise needed tomorrow after I get home from work. But I did buy one and did really, really try to set it up. Alas, my best efforts regarding technology were (and are) somewhat lacking.

But yanno? I can make a cake from scratch. And I won a blue ribbon at the county fair for my bread and for green tomato-raspberry preserves. And another one for a photo of a BOAC jet flying over Windsor Castle.

Technology is a word I can spell. Jussayin'
 
Georgiagranny said:
New Roku thingie. I couldn't get the silly thing to work so reconnected the old one and got it working...at least for now. DSIL's expertise needed tomorrow after I get home from work. But I did buy one and did really, really try to set it up. Alas, my best efforts regarding technology were (and are) somewhat lacking.

But yanno? I can make a cake from scratch. And I won a blue ribbon at the county fair for my bread and for green tomato-raspberry preserves. And another one for a photo of a BOAC jet flying over Windsor Castle.

Technology is a word I can spell. Jussayin'

I get it, I really have trouble with tech stuff. I bought a second roku to hook up to my bedroom TV. I still have not got the thing out of the box. I got it last winter, want be able to stay snuggled in bed on those really cold days. Guess now would be time to get to it huh?
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@Blessed First get out the instructions and identify all the components. Lay them out and if you have to, tape a label on them!

Read through the instructions, picking up each component as it's mentioned, and identifying the ports on the back of the TV as they're mentioned.

Get a flashlight to train on the area of the TV where you're going to be working.

Do all the stuff in order.

When it doesn't work, call a friend to come and help :ROFLMAO:

I didn't cry or scream or stamp my dainty little feet or shake my little pink fists even once.

When it didn't work, I tried again. When it still didn't work, I reconnected the old one, stuffed all the new parts back in the box and said "F it!"

Once you've got it working, keep the instructions!
 
Georgiagranny said:
@Blessed First get out the instructions and identify all the components. Lay them out and if you have to, tape a label on them!

Read through the instructions, picking up each component as it's mentioned, and identifying the ports on the back of the TV as they're mentioned.

Get a flashlight to train on the area of the TV where you're going to be working.

Do all the stuff in order.

When it doesn't work, call a friend to come and help :ROFLMAO:

I didn't cry or scream or stamp my dainty little feet or shake my little pink fists even once.

When it didn't work, I tried again. When it still didn't work, I reconnected the old one, stuffed all the new parts back in the box and said "F it!"

Once you've got it working, keep the instructions!
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Mr. Youtube is my friend!! He helps me with a lot of things. I have just been lazy, oh and forgetful LOL He helped me get the amazon prime set up, I was shocked that it was so easy!! Sometimes I just bust out laughing when I get something done when it was so easy.
 
Had another night of no sleep, Went to bed at 5am, still could not sleep so I got up, got dressed. Ran to the grocery and grabbed some sliced turkey, ham, nice rolls for sandwiches. Beautiful red grapes! Laid back down at 10 and slept until 3. Could have stayed in bed but I hope I will able to get some sleep tonight, get the schedule to turn over.
 
Owlivia said:
Pipe strap clamps, a length of pipe insulation of which I only need about 12 inches, so who knows what I will do with the other 9 feet, lol. Also, a bag of mulch and one paver to complete the pattern.
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Let us know, if you figure out an interesting craft, or an entirely different project,
to use up that extra nine feet! 😁😄☺️🥰

Or could you just enlarge slightly, your original plan? 😂😊
 
Not only has our ultility bills gone beyond affordable, we're now being told that we'll most likely suffer from regular power cuts throughout this winter. I shudder at the damage sudden power cuts it will do to my £1400 Mac desktop.. :eek:

Anyway in prep for these Power cuts, to add to a few high beam lamps I have already.. I bought a couple of these little battery operated lanterns to have just as a standby upstairs and down...
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a Box of 40 Batteries..

Today I also bought some Christmas decorations... not much because I won't be having a Tree, but just enough to look festive. A Pinecone garland. some silver bells to hang from the mirrors, and a few little extra bits.

Also got a ceramic Pumpkin bowl, to add to my Halloween decor on the Fireplace and around the Foyer..

Topped up the freezers with some specialist flavoured pies ( can't remember without going to look) and other frozen foods.... a Lamb Joint for Christmas ... and for the fridge.. Maple Cured bacon and Gruyere Tart.., some Scottish Smoked trout... a Buffalo Mozzarella , smoked ham and tomato Pizza.. various hams.. and Rump Steak ( sirloin to all in the USA)
 
Today, a bag of soil, a bag of apples, and assorted other groceries.

A new kitchen faucet, bathtub faucet and huge plumbers bill all came courtesy of September. I will not complain, as the faucet was long in need of replacing and I can no longer be aggravated by the drip.
 
Kaila said:
I like those battery powered lanterns, @hollydolly (y)
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..yes they're small but pretty powerful... the light up a really large area of the room. Also they're collapsible , so easy to store.

I just had a thought, they could also be used by someone to hang on the end of a bed or on a bedside cabinet to turn on during the night for a Loo trip.. instead of the main lights or lamps..
 
hollydolly said:
..yes they're small but pretty powerful... the light up a really large area of the room. Also they're collapsible , so easy to store.

I just had a thought, they could also be used by someone to hang on the end of a bed or on a bedside cabinet to turn on during the night for a Loo trip.. instead of the main lights or lamps..
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Very good they are; just remember to keep them in a handy spot, :geek:
so that you can get to them easily, (without anything in front of them that you wouldn't see in the dark:LOL:)

And not so well-hidden, that you forget where you put them!;):rolleyes::giggle:
 
Owlivia said:
Today, a bag of soil, a bag of apples, and assorted other groceries.
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Interesting combination of purchases, Owlivia.o_O:oops::unsure:

Are you planning to plant those apples, indoors perhaps? :unsure::rolleyes:
And have you discovered a way to grow more groceries from a few, as well?:geek:
 
Kaila said:
Very good they are; just remember to keep them in a handy spot, :geek:
so that you can get to them easily, (without anything in front of them that you wouldn't see in the dark:LOL:)

And not so well-hidden, that you forget where you put them!;):rolleyes::giggle:
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lol.. that's what I would normally do, but with the real threat of power cuts, I will absolutely ensure they're close to hand
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