Its my bday.....

ok so my bday was the other day. I cant believe that I am 28!! I had a great year being 27. I really did. as a previous post states. This year will bring lots of new adventures and I cant wait to see what is in store.

I started a new job. I work at the Eel Ground Health Centre with the best bunch of girls a girl could ask for. I work as the Maternal Child Health Home Visitor. I am loving every minute of it. Every minute! It was like it was designed just for me. its very exciting.

I am in such a happy place right now. I truly am blessed!

Tips and Tricks with stuff that right in your home!

COFFEE FILTERS – The little paper-like liners that make your morning cup of joe possible have many more uses than just getting your morning started. Because coffee filters are lint-free and absorb oil very well, there are many, many uses for these little guys. Did you know…

• You can use coffee filters to clean glass, CD’s/DVD’s, computer monitors and even your iPad.
• Pour some baking soda into a coffee filter, wrap it up with a rubber band and stick it into smelly athletic shoes to absorb the stench.
• Use a coffee filter to pour oil into your car engine without messy spillage.
• There are also many interesting crafts and DIY projects on the World Wide Web using coffee filters. One of my favorites being this Anthropology-inspired coffee filter garland by Pam Garrison.
• In case you run out of dryer sheets and you’re in a pinch, just apply a few drops of fabric softener to a coffee filter, rub the sides together and stick it in the dryer.

DRYER SHEETS – Speaking of dryer sheets, did you know…

• If you plan on storing your luggage for a long period of time, stashing a dryer sheet inside each piece can help prevent musty odors.
• Going camping this Spring? Hang a dryer sheet outdoors to repel mosquitoes. (It really works!)
• The anti-static formula used in dryer sheets can help remove baked-on food from pots or pans. If time is on your side, simply place a sheet in the pot/pan, fill it with warm water and let sit overnight. The next morning, the baked-on food should be loose enough to clean as usual.
• Rub a dryer sheet along the blades of dull scissors for a quick fix.
• Some golfers have been known to put a dryer sheet in their back pocket to keep the bees away.
• You can use a dryer sheet to dust wood furniture or even spruce up chrome fixtures.
• For those of you who sew (I wish I had that talent), try running the needle through a dryer sheet before sewing to prevent the thread from tangling

MARSHMALLOWS - Yes, it’s true. There are more uses for marshmallows than s’mores or Rice Krispie Treats. Though both are quite delicious, did you know…

• Stash a few marshmallows in a box of brown sugar or the sugar bowl to prevent the sugar from hardening or clumping.
• Make ice cream cones less messy by sticking a few marshmallows in the bottom of the cone to prevent the ice cream from leaking out.

CLEAR NAIL POLISH – Handy for more than runs in your hose. Did you know…

• A tiny bit of clear nail polish can touch up small dents and scratches on hardwood floors and can help prevent further damage to the area.
• To prevent rust rings in the shower, you can apply clear nail polish to the bottom of the shaving cream can.
• Keep ribbons (or even shoelaces) from fraying by painting the ends with clear nail polish.
• In lieu of licking envelopes, use a few swipes of some clear nail polish. It’s a lot better than tasting the nasty “mint” flavoring.
• Scratch the paint on your car? Brush a coat of clear nail polish over the scratch to prevent it from rusting until you are able to get it repaired.
• Reset loose stones in inexpensive costume jewelry with a coat or two of clear nail polish. This also gives the jewels a little extra sparkle

TOOTHPASTE – Used for making your teeth squeaky clean and sparkling white. But did you know…

• You can brighten up your white tennis shoes with a toothbrush (one used for cleaning of course) and some whitening toothpaste. Just scrub and rinse.
• No caulk on hand? Use a bit of (white) toothpaste. This works really well on small pinholes and white woodwork.
• Use a spot of toothpaste to remove stains from carpet. Just brush it in the carpet, rinse and the stain will come right out.
• Remove hairspray residue from your hair straightener or curling iron with a tad of toothpaste and a soft cloth. Since toothpaste is abrasive, you may not want to use this on ceramic models.
• Overnight blemish cream. It works. Enough said.
• Toothpaste can soothe pain from minor burns (that don’t involve an open wound). It has been said to temporarily relive the pain and actually prevents the wound from opening.
• Use toothpaste to remove scratches from leather. Just dab some toothpaste on the scratch, wipe it off with a soft cloth then wipe the area with a damp cloth. Be sure not to use whitening toothpaste, as it might bleach the leather.
• Get rid of the nasty onion smell on your hands by “washing” them with toothpaste