The 1945 Sears Christmas Book ~WW

 

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Chaps Plush Plaid Throw Blanket ~ Review

Chaps Plush Plaid Throw Blanket

"Chaps Plush Plaid Throw Blanket - Fuzzy Soft Flannel - 50" X 70", Winchester Plaid - Neutral"

I think I'm in love! I haven't felt anything this soft and plush before.  With this being oversized, you just want to curl up in it and never come out! Love the color and plaid.  Coordinates anywhere with ease ~ from the living room to the bedroom and beyond. 

So soft! 

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It's Feeder Season!

It's one of the best things about fall and winter. 

With the cold weather and bare trees, 

your bird feeders become hubs of activity.

Ever notice how some birds sit at your 

feeder and munch, while others flit back and 

forth on an endless quest to ferry seeds away?

Chances are this is for one of three purposes: 

fear of hawks, lack of the proper "tools," 

or planning for the lean winter ahead.

Small birds like the ones that visit feeders 
are constantly obsessed with finding safety from predators.
 If food is at a risky, exposed location, 
such as a feeder, birds must remain vigilant, 
continuously scanning their surroundings for threats. 



Birds such as Finches and Grosbeaks, 
with their seed crushing bills, 
can eat and scan simultaneously,
 looking down only briefly to grab another seed.

Birds that must look down and hammer at seeds
 prefer to fly to a safer place with their food 
instead of working on it in an area exposed to predators. 
This is why you often see Chickadees flitting
 back and forth from feeder to trees or shrubs 
and back with their seeds.

Some foods - such as shelled seeds and nuts - might even require specialized methods to crack them open. 
Blue Jays manage to wedge the seed between their toes.
 Looking down to work on a seed is still risky
 and you will often see Blue Jays quickly 
scan their surroundings before hammering away.

But the most fascinating reason is “caching”- the behavior
 of storing up food supplies in a safe place for later. 
This is one of the main reasons you see birds fly off 
with their food instead of eating at the feeder. 
Lots of birds - and even mammals such as squirrels, 
beavers, and bears - cache food for consumption
 later on, during lean times.

Caching isn’t as easy as it might appear. 
A bird must fly back and forth, 
one or a few seeds at a time, over hundreds of trips. 
They also have to make sure the caches aren’t stolen and remember where all the food is hidden 
when hunger strikes. 
Most common North American feeder birds
 can have anywhere from hundreds to thousands of
 separate caches scattered around their home ranges.



Many caching species have keen spatial memory, 
and can remember precise locations using 
visual cues like distance and direction from landmarks
 such as rocks and vegetation. 
In fact, birds such as Black-capped Chickadees increase
 the size of the brain (in the area associated with memory) 
as caching ramps up in the fall.  
I'm not so sure that Scrub Jays have that capability.
I have almonds sprout up under my larger trees, 
probably from the orchards a few blocks away!



Ravens and Scrub Jays also cache as
 inconspicuously as possible. 
Ravens cache food behind structures so that 
other Ravens cannot see what they’re doing, 
and Scrub Jays prefer shady locations, 
making it harder for other Scrub Jays 
to see what’s going on.

Hence under our trees.

Now if they could only remember where they put them!

A Few Great Tips for Winter!

Winter has finally hit in our neck of the woods and we've been having some pretty good frost in the mornings. Here's a tip I read, use breathable crib sheets over your delicate plants.

The elastic sure helps it stay on.

This is something I need to do!

Use foam gaskets to seal electrical boxes.

According to energy experts, electrical boxes that hold switches 

 or outlets are major sources of heat loss. 

 Foam gaskets (reasonably priced at home centers) won’t completely seal the boxes, but they’ll help. 

 They’re quick to install— just take off the cover plate,

 stick the gasket over the box, then put the plate back on.

Easy peasy!

Now this is clever!

Use bubble wrap for window insulation! 

Cut the bubble wrap to fit the window pane with scissors.

  Spray a film of water on the window using a spray bottle.

  Apply the bubble wrap while the window is still wet and press it into place.  The bubble side goes toward the glass.

  To remove the bubble wrap, just pull it off starting from a corner.  You can save it and use it for several years.  It does not leave a mess or stains on the window glass.

Another easy peasy!

During the Winter the home can smell a little musty from being all closed up, I thought this was great hack too! And easy!

With the Holidays comes seeing friends and relatives you may haven't seen since last year. That also means sharing of the viruses, colds, flus, and any bugs to be had. We all know stress weakens our immune system and although we all look forward to seeing each other it can be stressful. So here's a few tips to help out with any bumps, bruises, headaches, bugs, etc. that may come your way.





1 tablespoon honey

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

 Combine the honey and cinnamon in a bowl.

Eat it plain or mixed into tea or

applesauce 4 times a day until cold symptoms are alleviated.

Only for children over 1 year of age.



Hillman Wood Screws #8 x 1.5" , Flat Phillips, Zinc Plated, Steel, Pack of 11 - Review

''The Hillman zinc plated, steel, wood screws are designed to tackle wood applications; these wood screws are used to join two pieces of wood. The smooth shank design allows the screw to pull two pieces of wood together for a reliable join/connection, while preventing the wood from pulling or splitting. The flat head design makes for a flush placement against the surface while the tapered threads make for a strong hold. The wood screws feature a zinc finish for some corrosion protection while the steel material offers durability.''

Hillman Wood Screws worked wonderfully when fixing my side gate. They drove in easily and screwed all the way pulling the loose boards and lock snugly.. My bit fit perfectly into the Phillips head for not having to worry about striping the head. These screws are built strong. 

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Holiday Time 10-Count Cool White LED Dripping Mini Icicle Christmas Lights, with Transparent Wire, 14.2 feet - Review

This holiday season, deck your home with the Holiday Time 10-Count LED Dripping Mini Icicle Christmas Lights. These beautiful mini icicle lights have a festive color and will illuminate any room of the house with good tidings and cheer. With a lighted length of 9-feet, the 10 mini lights measure 4.62 inches tall and are attached to transparent wire. They are suitable for outdoor or indoor use. You can connect up to 3 sets of this exact same light to coordinate beautifully with the rest of your festive holiday décor, to transform your living space into an enchanting winter wonderland. These lights are available in 3 festive colors: Cool White, Multicolor, and Blue. Celebrate the season with these Holiday Time 10-Count LED Dripping Mini Icicle Christmas Lights.
Holiday Time 10-Count LED Dripping Mini Icicle Christmas Lights, with Transparent Wire, 14.2 feet:
10 LED dripping mini icicle lights
Lighted length: 9 feet
Total length: 14.2 feet
Each icicle measures 4.62 inches
Designed with durable, break-, fade-, and chip-resistant bulbs
Connect up to 3 sets of this exact same light
LED lighting remains cool to the touch even when lit
Crafted with clear wire to complete the snowflake icicle look
Ideal for indoor and outdoor use
Available in 3 festive colors: Cool White, Blue, and Multicolor

These Lights Make Me Smile

Holiday Time's White LED Dripping Mini Icicle Christmas Lights are fantastic. I love the way they "drip" alternately. A breeze to install and have my favorite screw cap at the end to connect more if desired. Not sure why they are considered mini, they are a great size - much bigger than anticipated. Nice sturdy strong wire between the lights makes it easy to prop them where you want them.

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New Share the Memories Freebie Kits ~ 11/07/22

Use these freebies to create your own unique pages 

using My Memories Suite!

Autumn Days QP 7 by: Lins Creations

This digital kit incudes:

1 Quick Page

Autumn Allure-Quick Page by: Connie Prince

This digital kit includes:

1 Quick Page

Awesome freebies available for FREE until:
November 13th

Use this code for discount on 

My Memories Suite 9: STMMMS25918

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Sofia Home - Ruched Faux Fur Throw by Sofia Vergara, 50" X 60" - Review

''Add a touch of flair and elegance to your home space with the Sofia Vergara Classic Leopard Throw. This coordinates well with the Sofia Vergara Leopoard Comforter Set (sold separately). Whether you want to keep it as a fashionable accent to your home décor, or you want to take it with you to go-this fun design will keep you stylish and cozy!''

The Ruched Faux Fur Throw by Sofia Vergara is so soft and so warm. Lined with solid gray fabric on the underside makes this so throw stylish and upscale. Beautiful in any room you place it. Made well with secure stitching. You'll want to get a book and curl up with it!

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Holiday Time 9ft Pre-lit Bristle Glittered Garland - Review

''This is such a beautifully made lush garland, the glittered ends are just right – not too much nor too little. I adore the sturdy bendable covered wire the bristles are attached to. It makes the garland stay where you place it. Lights too! Battery pack which takes 3 AA batteries, gives you the option of on, off, or timer.''

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Large Lounger Pet Bed ~ Review

Vibrant Life's Large Lounger provides soft and cozy comfort for your pet. Bolstered walls provide maximum comfort and support while the baffled liner construction keeps the recycled fiber fill evenly distributed and in place. Perfect for big dogs and the removable cover is machine washable. 36''x27'' 

 Love this Pet Bed by Vibrant Life. Great size accommodates large or several small dogs. The inside is SO soft, well padded. Like how the bolstered walls stay up on their own, will even come back up after dogs have been laying on them..Nice neutral color and pattern blends with whatever your theme is. BIG disappointment – NO removable washable cover.

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Kids, Am I right? ~ WW 😖

A Mother's work is never done

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New Share the Memories Freebie Kits ~ 10/25/22

Use these freebies to create your own unique pages 

using My Memories Suite!

https://www.mymemories.com/store/share_the_memories_kit_1

Spiderweb Quick Page by: LLL Creations

This digital kit includes:

1 Quick Page

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Cruise Themed Frame by: Designs by Tincika

This digital kit includes:

1 Element

Awesome freebies available for FREE until:
October 30th

Use this code for discount on 

My Memories Suite 9: STMMMS25918

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