by Nindo Mom | Jan 14, 2011 | Product Reviews
On Friday, my dishwasher finally kicked the bucket. I think the water pump died, AND some rubber parts burnt up (I could tell by the terrible smell)–but I don’t have an “official” diagnosis because I didn’t get it looked at. I know if...
by Nindo Mom | Jan 13, 2011 | Kids, School-related
There are numerous events that could cause an unexpected closing of your child’s school. Some Reasons Schools May Close: 1. Dangerous Weather–including hurricanes, flooding, snow, ice, tornadoes, etc. 2. Extended Electricity Outage–especially during...
by Nindo Mom | Jan 12, 2011 | Make Money
Did you ever notice that static electricity seems more prevalent during the winter? One reason is because the cold weather makes the air less able to hold moisture, and moisture in the air prevents static. Think about it–have you ever noticed how much less...
by Nindo Mom | Jan 11, 2011 | Household Hints
As the first blizzard of 2011 hits, I’d like to mention a few ways to prepare for a snow storm that may make things a bit easier. Prior to the storm hitting, make a list of any “vitals” you may need–then go get them. Remember that the closer...
by Nindo Mom | Jan 9, 2011 | Kids
“Say Cheese!” the photographer at school calls out. “Smile!” mom calls out when she wants a great photo at her child at his or her birthday. But is the resulting stretching of the lips when we tell our child to “smile” really what...
by Nindo Mom | Jan 9, 2011 | Household Hints
In some states, it is against the law to idle your vehicle–Maryland, and Washington D.C., included. Idling includes warming the vehicle up in cold weather. For many who are accustomed to warming up their cars before setting out in cold weather, this takes more...
by Nindo Mom | Jan 8, 2011 | Holiday, Kids
Valentine’s Day is the next gift-giving holiday, and so it’s on my radar. I have a ten-year-old boy to buy for, and my mother. (Being a single mom, there’s no spousal or significant other gift to worry about.) I have always gotten my son gifts for...
by Nindo Mom | Jan 6, 2011 | Ideas for Saving Money
Recycling can be thought of in a couple of ways: 1. Reusing items that would normally be thrown away after their intended use, and 2. Turning in items to a recycling facility that can use the materials used in the item to create another item. The first type of...
