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Preventing Spiders on Our Backyard Playset and Play House
We had a fire wood pile that they bread and bread in and would then make webs all over the overhang to our patio and hanging plants, etc. ...
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- Hi T. - we have the same problem! As well as them coming in the house, please I'd love to know of any suggestions that work. E.
- On some of the advice offered already: Spiders don't bite when they are annoyed. They get frightened and do their best to hide or escape. Chlorine bleach is NOT...
- The best natural repeller for insects on/around the play equipment (including spiders) are cedar chips. I surrounded the play area with cedar timbers and then layed l...
In Search of a Creative Landscape Architect
Asked by L. from Chicago
on January 8, 2007
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I am looking for a landscape architect to revamp the front of my house. The project involves replacing the front steps, adding an overhang and columns to make a front...
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- Although they are probably not the least expensive I highly recommend Bruss Landscaping. Last spring they re-did my whole front yard and walkways (brick pavers). I a...
- I have heard great things about The Growing Place www.thegrowingplace.com
- Hi L., Kathleen Boyle owns the Irish Garden in Brookfield and is very knowledgeable, talented and creative. I believe she works in conjunction with someone who can...
Looking for Formal Dress Store
Asked by M.B. from Tulsa
on September 28, 2006
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I am in need of a formal dress for a December event. I am new to Tulsa, OK and need to find a nice, quality customer service, store for formal gowns. Does anyone hav...
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- JCPenny's sells nice formal gowns at around the same price it would cost to rent. There is one at Woodland Hills Mall and Promade:)
- If you want a resale shop, The Refinery in The Fontana shopping center at 51st and Memeorial has a really good selection.
- I have always thought JCPenny had a great selection, especially the one at Promenade. However, I can't remember the last time I got to shop for a formal dress. Sound...
Help! I Need to Lose This Tummy and Im Having a Tough Time.... :(
Asked by T.S. from Dallas
on April 8, 2008
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Hi Mama's!! Ok, here goes... I am 33 yrs old.. I am 5'6 and weigh about 132..which is ideal except for I have this jiggly tummy I cannot stand.. my clothes do not fit ...
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- How has your progress been? I am curious :) M.
- Hello T., Have you heard of the book "Escape your Shape"? The author's name is Edward Jackowski. Check it out at your local library. Make sure you do the right exce...
- Swimming works wonders for the abs and it is F-U-N!!! It is one exercise I look forward to doing. Since you have to "suck it in" to float, you strengthens your sto...
Attack of the Killer Flies!!!!
Asked by H.T. from Dallas
on May 15, 2009
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Moms please HELP!!!! My back yard (specifically my porch) is being taken over by FLIES, millions of them!!! We have a covered porch and just got new patio furniture. M...
How Do I Get Rid of Wasps and Bees
Asked by S.F. from Chicago
on August 9, 2008
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September is the worst month for the bees which is just around the corner. We get more wasps than bees. Anyone have any ideas how to get rid of wasps? We can't find...
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- I highly recommend dryer sheets too. After talking to an exterminator, he told me he could look all day on my property for the bees, they might be at the neighbor's h...
- This is idea is more for when you have parties to keep wasps at bay. Take either a 2 lt. or 16 oz plastic bottle cut the top off by 1/4 then invert the top into the b...
- Have you seen the 2 litre pop bottle trick? We had a nest in the eves or overhang of our roof right over our back patio door. Use this door all the time. So you take...
Seeking Indoor Playground for the Winter Months
Asked by K.E. from Chicago
on December 19, 2007
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I am looking for an indoor playground. Not the Chuck E Cheese type with crawl tunnels and game-rides. Those things are okay, but my girls love to swing, and slide, a...
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- There's Bouncetown in Oswego which has a bunch of the blowup moonjumps and slides. I know that some of the park districts also offer open gym times. And there's also...
- I love Pump It Up. Check out their website for your nearest location and open jump times. www.pumpitupparty.com I also love taking my boys to local gymnastics pla...
- Well, this isn't a romper idea, but if you aren't too far from Schaumburg library, they have a treehouse themed children's area, where the kids can go and read or do p...
Self Esteem
Asked by L.B. from New London
on January 22, 2009
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I was wondering if anyone knew of a good book on self-esteem for young girls. Something that starts at a young age into teenage years. I have a four year which I know ...
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- Hi L., Dale Carnigie writes some excellent books. I'm sure you have heard of "How to win Friends and Influence People". That book is a staple in our house. He also...
- I don't know of any books, but I can suggest something that is free! I really think it's so important for your daughter to see you love yourself. She takes her cues ...
- Personally my favorites are "How to talk so kids will listen and listen so kids will talk" and anything by Dr William Sears. focusing on responding, reflecting and rei...
Bedwetting
Asked by L.W. from Boston
on November 28, 2008
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My 6 yr old daughter is still wetting her bed at night any suggestions on how to deal with this?
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- Get up in the middle of the night and bring her to the bathroom. It seams inconvenient but, it would take you less time to do this then to change the sheets on the bed.
- Have her go one last "final pee" just as you turn the lights out at night, limit liquids after dinner, and take her to the bathroom before you go to sleep (we still ca...
- This is not abnormal at all - many kids have this problem until 11 or 12. It is developmental and there is nothing you can do to "train" them otherwise. DO NOT wake ...
Weird Question About After Baby Clothing
Asked by R.W. from Charlotte
on May 15, 2007
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Hi, I have a weird question. Do any of you moms know where to buy clothing that seems to cater to a larger chest? I have a D cup chest, but the rest of my body is be...
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- Oh no! You have the perfect Barbie body after twins!! AACCKK!!! ;-) Just go to the mall, go to the stores, and try them on, that's why they have fitting rooms. Sorry,...
- You are describing my body, and my same issues! For basic t-shirts and casual shirts, I have found the Mossimo brand from Target works well for me. This season they ...
- I have the same problem you do. I can wear smaller clothes except they do not fit my chest. Have you tried Levis stretch jeans. I can wear those and not look too bad...
