In a previous post I talked about canning apples.  Well, there were still apples on the tree – who knew one tree could produce so many big apples!  What to do with the rest of them.  I now have apple pie filling and canned apples on my pantry shelf, so I decided to dry the rest.

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I am the first to admit I am a skeptic. I don’t usually embrace alternate medicines – although I know there are a lot of good ones out there.  I am just happy with the tried and true remedies I use now.  So, when I was told Biofreeze would help my back pain, I just smiled, took the tube and said thanks.  I wasn’t going to give it a chance – was I surprised!

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It is that time of year, there is a crispness in the air and pumpkins are on the porch.  Yes, it is that time – time for yummy apples!  Apples taste best after the first frost so right around the end of October they are ready for some prime eating.  But, what to do with all the apples on the tree?

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What woman isn’t searching for the best mascara? It seems I am always on the quest for the perfect lash enhancer. Most clump, flake or just end up as smudges under my eyes. When I first saw the ads for the Cover Girl Exact Eyelights Mascara – with beautiful Rhianna, I was interested. Could a mascara really make my sometimes green, sometimes hazel eyes stand out? More importantly, would this be a great mascara that I would love!

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When was the last time you had a car insurance rate quote? Have you been with the same company for years, paying the same premiums without a second thought? Many people do this, not realizing that they really could be saving some money if they just request an insurance quote comparison.

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There is fear in the air – is there a flu pandemic? We are seeing a rise in Influenza A and the H1N1 Flu. The flu season is here, but we can take measures to protect ourselves and our families from infection. We do not need to become prisoners of our own homes, we just need to be germ smart!

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The new Mattel Dora Links Dollis on the top of many little girls Holiday Wish List. And I tell you, if I were a little girl it would be on mine too! Read more »

LeapFrog is an innovative toy company and I can tell you right now, the LeapFrog My Pal Scout is a winner in my book. It has a great low price -$18.88 at Amazon, and it is a wonderful, interactive educational toy.

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You have read my rave reviews on the Wii Fit and Wii Fit plus – well here is the answer in the children’s toy category. The Fisher Price Smart Fit could be called the Wii for kids.

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So, your kids want a pet – but you don’t want a pet. What to do? Enter the Zhu Zhu Pets Hamsters These furry little toys are cute little hamster wannabes that scamper around just like a real rodent!

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