What are little girls made of? Probably the same as boys, but build a specific box just for them anyway. A mirror, small figurines, and other items to spark their imagination for play. Visiting children will love your thoughtfulness, and they will ask for their "box" each time they return.



Keep a spare box with "boy" things inside for visiting friends with children or for when your grandchildren come to visit. Plastic frogs, small cars, and other boy-friendly things will make their visit extra special.


Your white socks can be white again. Soak in water with a slice of lemon (or a teaspoon of lemon juice) before washing normally. They will sparkle with pizazz. 


Mulch removal is best done with a plastic rake. Give your irrigation system (even if it's just a hand held hose) a check up. Trim dead limbs out of your fruit trees. Make sure your azaleas are well nourished. And finally, get those spring vegetables in the ground. You don't want to miss a bountiful harvest for your dinner table.


White Corning Ware (or any glass cookware) can become stained with heavy use. Fill with water and drop in a denture tablet. After 30-45 minutes, you'll see your pearly whites in the cookware's new shine. (Try this in your glass coffee pot!)