I recently learned a hint that artists or kids could use while drawing. Cut out a placemat-sized piece of bumpy rubber shelf ...

Straw is best as it resists wetness, keeps the shelter warm, and has good insulation and bedding. This time of year, small ...

When I make coffee, I get an oily film at the top, and I don’t know what causes it. It tastes OK, but still has an oily top.

If you like to kick off your shoes as soon as you get home, that’s fine, but wear a pair of socks around the house. The oil ...

One of my frustrations during the holidays is finding replacement bulbs for strings of lights, because they are mostly ...

I was a nail-biter for a little over 50 years, until my wife suggested that I should come with her to the nail salon ...

I read with interest Julie G.’s letter, from Tucson, Arizona, about being overwhelmed with letters from charities. My mom, ...

Why is it that no one sends thank-you notes or cards anymore? I taught my daughters to always write a note of appreciation to ...

We received a large response about the habit of nail-biting. For my readers who have this habit, I hope the following responses help. — Heloise ...

Touch screens have transitioned from being pressure-sensing to capacitive. Because of this transition, the moisture of your fingertip determines the sensitivity. I find that I need to occasionally ...

Don’t forget to stock up on batteries for Christmas. Most gifts that need them don’t have them included. You want to be sure that folks will be able to use the item as soon as they unwrap it. This is ...

Many food items that are refrigerated or must be refrigerated after opening have an expiration after they’re opened. For ...