The Trick to Keeping Cut Flowers Fresh for Two Weeks in Summer
My wife got a bouquet for her birthday in July. Beautiful sunflowers and lilies. By day three, the water was […]
How to Clean Your Ceiling Fan Without Dust Going Everywhere
I turned on my bedroom ceiling fan for the first time last spring. A cloud of gray dust bunnies floated […]
The Fastest Way to Melt Ice on Your Driveway Without Salt
Last winter I ran out of rock salt during an ice storm. The stores were sold out — apparently everyone […]
What to Pack in a Summer Car Emergency Kit Most People Forget
My friend broke down on a desert highway in Nevada last August. No shade, no water, no cell signal. He […]
How to Defrost Your Windshield in Half the Time With One Spray
Mix two parts rubbing alcohol with one part water in a spray bottle. Spray your windshield. The ice melts in […]
What to Do When Your Power Goes Out in a Heat Wave
The power went out in my apartment last July when it was 102 degrees outside. The indoor temperature climbed from […]
Quick Fire Pit Safety Rules Most People Forget
I almost set my deck on fire last summer. The fire pit was on the lawn, eight feet from the […]
How to Store Winter Coats Without Them Getting Musty by Next Year
I pulled my wool coat out of the closet last November and it smelled like a basement. Not a little […]
Quick Fixes for Drafty Windows Before Winter Arrives
The first winter in my apartment, I could not figure out why my heating bill was so high. I kept […]
How to Keep Your Tent Dry When Camping in Unexpected Rain
My first camping trip with my own tent was a disaster. The forecast said clear skies. It rained at 2 […]