Category Archives: This and that..

Weird stuff that doesn’t fit in any other category!

Nails and Nail Polish

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Jane

OK, I know this site is not  about fashion. Or fingernail polish. Or manicures. However, I just had to rant and rave about this nail polish. I painted my nails on July 3. I have cut the grass, I have … Continue reading →

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Organizing!

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Jane

Darling Daughter told me a friend of hers made a nail polish “display”. That got me thinking… So here is what we did with our bazillion bottles of nail polish! Great idea! Prior to this fabulous reorganization they were all … Continue reading →

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Is your brown sugar as hard as a rock?

Posted on September 8, 2013 by Jane

here’s what to do.. Place the brown sugar in a microwaveable container. Place 2 damp paper towels on top. Cover tightly with plastic wrap. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, and then fluff the sugar. Continue at 10 second intervals … Continue reading →

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In honor of my dear wonderful husband..

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Jane

I made this framed wine cork trivet/tray/wall hanging. I saved every cork of every bottle we ever drank. I dumped the plastic ones and just used real cork.. I think it looks pretty cool.. And it brings back wonderful memories … Continue reading →

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Some Sad News

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Jane

My name is Kim and Jane is my dear friend. Sadly, her husband Joe died unexpectedly on Tuesday. Needless to say, Jane will be absent from the blog for awhile. Please keep Jane and her family in your thoughts and … Continue reading →

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Venison. NO- I am not cooking that tonight!

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Jane

Thought you might like to see my visitors today. They seem to like my yard. I was walking thru the kitchen and caught movement in the backyard. Three deer out playing/eating/having a great time!! We will not be having venison … Continue reading →

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Sealing freezer bags to prevent freezer burm

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Jane

I used to make freezer meals for my parents. LOTS of freezer meals. I wanted a way to prevent freezer burn as long as possible without using a food vac or some complicated method as I was at their house … Continue reading →

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Best way to pour liquids into storage or freezer bag

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Jane

Might sound stupid. Or you may think “oh that is common sense”. But it might not be to everyone!! When pouring liquid or soup or chowder or even gravy into a food or freezer bag, do the following and it … Continue reading →

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ZAAAAAAAAAAAAP went the light switch…

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Jane

This morning I went into the closet to get some clothes. Gee, now that’s just a shocking revelation, isn’t it? I turned on the switch and ZAPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP went the electricity. Down to my toes. ACKKKKKKKKKKKKK. I killed the switch, and … Continue reading →

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Only January. Already anxious to plant herb and vegetable garden..

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Jane

oh I miss my fresh herbs and vegetables.. ..

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