a burning candle
Related Questions & Answers
Results 1-10 from 164 articles
What Else Is There to Do?
As for as you having a job and burning the candle at both ends you are in the group of Americans.Time with you kids is more important than any money can buy ...
Answers
- Hi J.: The ideas you got are great and thought I might add. My daughter will have friends or cousins over and we have our international nights. I use Christmas li...
- Sleepovers are the most fun. One or several friends, even cousins make any night a fun one. Shaving cream fights, water balloon fights, swimming at night; anything...
- If you have a lake or pond close by,have you ever gone turtle fishing. What you do is get a long string tie bacon around it and throw it out and watch the turltes latc...
Staying Home
Our customers all say that we market the best performing, cleanest burning, best smelling gourmet candles that money can buy at a price cheaper than the big ...
Answers
- I'm not sure what you do for a living, but would it be possible to see if you can do that part-time?
- When faced with the 'keep working or quit' dilemma I got one of the best pieces of advice ever. My sister said, "Any number of women can be an admin asst at your compa...
- Hi C.! If you decide to go the home based business route (which I highly recommend) look into a company that is new to your area and sells products that you are pa...
Does Cleaning Air Ducts = Less Dust in House?
However, I did learn recently that burning candles in my home gives off a lot of junk..now, I only use soy candles. I also made the best purchase of my ...
Answers
- YES, cleaning the air ducts/vents AND changing the air filter to a HEPA air filter will decrease the dust and allergens in your home. I do not know who to recommend h...
- Hi P.! One other thing you might look at is your vacuum cleaner. If there is a layer of dust on it, then it's because the vacuum is not sucking all of the dust in, b...
- You identified your home as one you are fixing up. Likely you generate constryction dust in the process. You should have your duct work cleaned by a professional ser...
How Do I Get the Gnats to Go Away?!! Apple Cider & Vacuum Cleaner Problems...
I tried burning a candle, but I guess the scent isn't strong enough. Help! It's like I never got rid of the food source because they're all still flying ...
Answers
- It might be fruit flies. They are attracted to fruit sitting on the counter and they multiply like crazy. If it is a fruit fly here is what someone once told me to d...
- J.- The apple cider vinegar is the right trick, but...you have to put a few drops of liquid dish soap in it! Stir it up and they fall right in! It works like a char...
- Those aren't gnats.........if the lunchbox was filled with fruit you have fruit flies. Put and keep ALL your fruit in the fridge for the next 4 days, and they will be ...
Seeking Support at 37 Weeks Pregnant and Waiting!
I know plenty of mom's do this too, and I feel like I am burning my candle at both ends and then some! I just want to know am I "wimping out" by asking for ...
Answers
- Dear K.- If there's any possible way your family can afford it, YES it would be reasonable and helpful for you to take some time off before your next baby comes. Even ...
- Definitely take the time off!! If you are tired and need some time just to "be" and get ready for this next phase of life, do it!! Your co-workers may not get it now, ...
- i agree with some other posts definatly try to at least cut back,even if its a few hrs off each day,that will be a big help!I seriously dont know how u do it!Hang in t...
Relationship Advice
When you are a busy mom and "burning the candle at both ends", there is little room for "feeling sexy" and lets face it..a warm bed brings happy thoughts of ...
Answers
- I am in the same situation with my husband. He is a chef also and works 9am to 9-10 p.m. mon thru sat. Crazy hours, and when they get home, they are somewhat wired f...
- Hey there! I read through everyones answers before I responded as to not repeat...LOL My husband and I have been married for 5 1/2 years and we have 2 boys...5 years...
- Thank you for writing this article. It was a great way to express to my husband that other women are struggling with their husbands the same way. We have a 11 months...
Mom Seeing Advice and Needing to Vent
It may take 20 years to finally catch up with you, but now I am riddled with major health issues and I think it's from burning the candle a both ends for ...
Answers
- I can relate to what you are saying. I am a SAHM, and my husband and i have different ideas of the house cleaning. He would like everything to be in order all the ti...
- I would suggest a good marriage counselor. We see a christian one. We are having alot of communication problems and were on the brink of divorce 2 weeks ago. Just t...
- I understand your pain. Maybe try to make it fun and put the main things that have to get done each week (vacuum, dust, etc) on a piece of paper or a ping pong ball a...
Should I See Someone?
I work really long hours and feel a lot like I'm burning the candle at both ends what with work and the boys. My husband and I are constantly fighting over ...
Answers
- KR, If you're happy for the most part you can find other ways of dealing with the very little things. You have a 13yr old, have him/her wash the dishes and do a loa...
- I fall in the camp of "see a doctor about post-partum (or other) depression" first thing. I know you may not think you're depressed and others have said it's normal wo...
- Sounds like you're fine, just reacting as women do. Hubby is being difficult and it affects our libido. Just how we're wired. When my husband and I disagree, very l...
Horrible Headaches During Pregnancy. Any Suggestions on What to Do?
I found taking warm baths with a non-scented candle burning (my only light in the room) would help. I also highly recommend the cool packs designed for ...
Answers
- Hi, T. I had migraines with both of my kids as well as after having them. Everything Amy said is right. I just wanted to add to be careful with what you eat. I lea...
- Sounds like the caffeine helps so take some (Coke, coffee, chocolate - whatever you enjoy most) in the morning or whenever you have a headache. A little caffeine won'...
- First of all stop taking the Motrin! I can't believe your OB said it was ok, because it's not! Then I would suggest you have at least one caffienated drink a day. Most...
New Marriage, New Step-kids, No Time!
You are being stretched very thin and feel you are burning the candle at both ends. what I do I stand firm and tell everyone that I am taking me time,no ...
Answers
- It sounds to me like you are taking on the role of Super Woman? If so, then you need to 'give it up' a bit. Burn out will occur and you are good to no one. It sound...
- Hi L., Sounds like you have a lot going on. At our house the rule is... "there are 3 people living here there are 3 people doing chores". Write a list of EVERYTHING...
- L., I noticed several suggestions for www.flylady.net . She is wonderful and so is her site. She also has a link to a "housefairy" that will help you get the ki...
