To get rid of dog or cat hair from upholstery, swipe a rubber glove over the upholstery. ...
Forgot a belt while traveling? Fold over the waistband of your pants to keep them up. Traveling with your favorite bed pillow? Put a colorful pillowcase on it to make sure that you don’t leave it behind when departing from your destination.
To minimize the amount of shedding, simply brush your pets on a regular basis. I know that some dogs and cats like to be vacuumed, but you must get your pet used it first. So, start small and be gentle. -- HeloiseIf you primarily have white walls in your residence and happen to get some of the paint knocked off, particularly on the corners, a quick and inexpensive way to take care of it is to use Wite-Out.
Keep everything in its rightful place. Also, keep several plastic bags in the bottom of the wastebasket, as well as a roll of paper towels, sponges, a spray bottle filled with vinegar, and water in a plastic bucket under the sink. -- HeloiseI married right out of high school and got divorced last year. I am now 23 and would like to go to college, get a degree, and make something of my life. Will a college accept me, and are there scholarships available for someone my age? -- R.F.
Then consider your class schedule. Are you planning to go to school full- or part-time, and is someone providing you with room and board?
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