Why not combine those summer trips with your neighbors or friends? It's fun, you may not have to drive, and you'll get to visit places you might not otherwise see. Plan your trips two weeks in advance, if possible. If you're riding with someone else, always contribute to the cost of fuel. Summer fun level? Through the roof!
Have you dreamed of taking up a family research project? Save everything! Create a special folder on your computer, label it with your project name, and collect your information there. One good way is to do a screen capture (often called Print Screen), paste it into a word processing document, and save it in your folder. Always include a date in your document title, such as 2-02-22. That way you will know which is the most current information! One note, what you save in your screen capture may be copyrighted. You are doing research, not copy and paste!
If your plastic craft ruler likes to stick on slick material, use clear picture-frame bumpers to "bump up" your ruler from the surface. You'll still be able to make accurate cuts, and your ruler will never stick again!
Tired of that swimming pool smell in your suit? Rinse it in a bowl with a touch of vinegar in the water. Chlorine smell gone! (This also works for pool shoes or slippers!)
Your A/C filter is designed to fit tightly in its housing. For easier removal, use masking tape to make a tab at one corner. Cut a four-inch length and run it for an inch along each edge at one corner. Press the extra together to make a tab you can grab when you need to check or replace the filter. Problem solved!