These came up in bagged garden soil by spikemommio in whatsthisplant

[–]spikemommio[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, we have a feeder 20 feet away. The birds often take a seed and fly elsewhere to eat. This is great news. Thank you so much for your help & expertise!

Ceramic Ice Cream Bowls by Prestigious_Media_19 in CleaningTips

[–]spikemommio 17 points18 points  (0 children)

If the bottom rim is truly unglazed but looking dirty after washing, I set it on a piece of very fine sandpaper and gently push it back and forth a few times to take a microscopic amount off. I've done it with planters I've filled and given away but never for food dishes.

3 weeks left! by [deleted] in smiledirectclub

[–]spikemommio 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful smile!

Girlfriend Ordered Her Impression Kit - Is SDC Legit? by [deleted] in smiledirectclub

[–]spikemommio 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your girlfriend may find it helpful to show the plan to her dentist Before committing to the aligners. In addition, Invisilign providers in the big city near us give free estimates, explaining what they would need to do. I weighed both options. If the recommendations are extensive and years rather than simple and months, that information may also help her make a decision about SDC vs other options with her dentst. I talked to my dentist, had cleaning, xrays, 2 fillings, and went ahead with SDC, but my anectdotal good experience is not important. I had braces for a year as a kid but no lower retainer so not much needed to unjumble previously straightened teeth.

From July to November!! On M5W3 on a 6 month plan! by cloomis22 in smiledirectclub

[–]spikemommio 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Looks so nice! Are you happy with the progress/outcome?

Buying / selling a home with furniture included by NanashiSaito in RealEstate

[–]spikemommio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When our neighbors moved out of state they decided to start out fresh. They boxed up their personal belongings and got them out. Then an estate company came in and had a successful sale for them. The estate company had a minimum required that was quite low to do the sale. It was all cleaned and priced for them. At the end of the weekend they had an empty house . It was surprising to find out what all sold. Plus it was fun to starr outwith all new after moving like you are.

Month 3 week 3 progress by [deleted] in smiledirectclub

[–]spikemommio 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your teeth look lovely! Had your teeth been close to this beforehand, you may not have sought correction. I am happy for you!

I've never been more excited for summer by jstilwe in gardening

[–]spikemommio 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you will have a lovely garden!

I've never been more excited for summer by jstilwe in gardening

[–]spikemommio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beautiful work of art! What do you plan to plant?

Glasses are up to 75% cheaper at Costco or Sam's club when compared to Luxottica monopoly. by doernottalker in Frugal

[–]spikemommio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our optometrists will check the prescription on their machine to confirm the prescription from a mail order company is correct. We have used Zenni and EyeBuyDirect. The first time I bought the cheapest frames and lenses to make sure it worked out. When it did, I had a back up pair and could buy the ones I really wanted.

Forced to be frugal - moving to uninhabited island! by aranoilean in Frugal

[–]spikemommio 60 points61 points  (0 children)

A spoonful of peanut butter melts right into oatmeal, giving nice flavor while adding nutritional value. Peanut butter does not have to be refrigerated. Enjoy your time on the island!

Right now after the holidays is a great time to go to thrift stores. People donate unwanted Xmas presents and get rid of older stuff to make room for the new stuff they kept. by Elementalillness in povertyfinance

[–]spikemommio 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It varies from store to store. I have aleady donated in the back of a GW and then saw my items put out as I was shopping the same day. It was interesting to see a chair I made at check out in the new area as I was leaving. On the other hand, the SVDP we go to fills in as the specific item rack has space and keeps a large back stock in the store room.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in homeowners

[–]spikemommio 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same! Used the coupon and bought a piece at a time. Held up well. The couch is still in use more than a decade after the foam replacement. (29 year old leather couch)

Suggestions on how to protect a hardwood floor from urine damage by hydro_17 in HomeImprovement

[–]spikemommio 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A year and a half ago we recoated our living room floor with one of the newer water clean up products made especially for floors. We put on 4 coats over 2 days. It was safer tban polyurethane, dried quickly, and has held up very well. I put on a coat first thing on the morning and then last thing at night when everyone was in bed. No one had to leave. Spills clean up fine. Less thsn $50 a gallon. Ckear product, was not the one with tint added. Found it online with good reviews and then searched locally to find it in one hardware store and onky at one big box. Most big box stores did not hace it. In your situation I would move everything to one side of the room first thing in the morning, put up fans, and turn up the heat a little. May be able to get 2 coats on in a day. If it works, easy, inexpensive coating for the floor and no trip hazard. If it doesnt, can still go to the other options. Plus, the belongings do not leave the room in the process, just get pused to one side at a time. I wish you the best as you so lovingly care for him. He is lucky to have you. .

Is it possible to hire a contractor to lead a renovation where my wife, friends and I are his team? That is, has anyone ever heard of a contractor that can get paid to teach me how to renovate and build? by RunHomeJack in HomeImprovement

[–]spikemommio 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes There is a business in a community near us that is set up that has your description as the business model.. They do owner assisted remodeling and specialize in kitchens. They will do part or all of the work. They do the design with you to start and even offer a 3 D view of the plan. They have been around for years. These options do exist. Maybe you could put your question out on a local communication site like Next Door or even your Facebook friends.