honesty

Do you want the truth? 

Or the little white lie that makes you happy?

Do not do what you would undo if caught.

madness & love

"Love is a temporary madness. It erupts like an earthquake and then subsides. And when it subsides you have to make a decision. You have to work out whether your roots have become so entwined together that it is inconceivable that you should ever part. Because this is what love is. Love is not breathlessness, it is not excitement, it is not the promulgation of promises of eternal passion. That is just being "in love" which any of us can convince ourselves we are."

DON'T MESS WITH A FILIPINO!!! :[

In a New York sidewalk, a Filipino is enjoying a hearty breakfast " coffee, croissants, toast, butter, jam, etc. 
 
When an American, sits next to him, chewing gum and starts an unwanted conversation. . 
 
American: You Filipinos eat the whole bread? 
 
Filipino : Of course! 
 
American: ( Blowing bubbles with his gum) We don't. In the States we only eat what's inside. The crust we collect in a container, recycle, rebake them into croissants and sell them to the Philippines . 
 
American: Do ya eat jam with bread? 
 
Filipino : Of course! 
 
American: (Chuckling and crackling his gum between his teeth) We don't. In the States, we eat fruit at breakfast, put all the peels, seeds and leftovers into containers, recycle them into jam and sell it to the Philippines . 
 
Filipino : Do you have sex in America ? 
 
American: Of course, we do!
 
Filipino : What do you do with the condoms?

 

American: We throw them, of course! 
 
Filipino : We don't. In the Philippines , we put them into containers, recycle them, melt them down into chewing gums and sell it to America

The Only Hope For The Philippines

by: Father James Reuter,  S.J.

• By her own admission, GMA (Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo) rightfully assessed that over the last decades; our republic has become one of the weakest, steadily left behind by its more progressive neighbors.
• Forty years ago, we were only second to Japan in economic stature, and way ahead of Singapore , Hong Kong, Malaysia , and Thailand .
• Today, at our present growth rate, it will take us 30 years to get to where Thailand is.

          1 . A population of 160 Million;      

          2. Of those, 70 to 90 million (equivalent to our current population) will live below the poverty line;

         3. Our national debt is estimated to be at US$ 200B(compared to US$28B when Marcos fled, and US$53B today);

         4. We will be competing, not against Thailand or even Vietnam, but against Bangladesh ;

         5. We will be the most corrupt nation in Asia, if not in the world (we're already ranked 11th most corrupt nation by Transparency International)

• The signs are clear: Our nation is headed towards an irreversible path of economic decline and moral decadence. It is not for lack of effort. 
• We've seen many men and women of integrity in and out of government,  NGOs, church groups & people's organization devote themselves to the task of nation-building, often times against insurmountable odds. 
• But not even two people's revolutions, bloodless as they may be,  have made a dent in reversing this trend. At best, we have moved one step forward, but three steps backward.
• We need a force far greater than our collective efforts, as a people, can ever hope to muster. It is time to move the battle to the spiritual realm. It's time to claim GOD's promise of healing of the land for His people. It's time to gather GOD's people on its knees to pray for the economic recovery and moral reformation of our nation.
• Is prayer really the answer? Before you dismiss this as just another rambling of a religious fanatic, I'd like you to consider some lessons we can glean from history.
• England's ascendancy to world power was preceded by the Reformation, a spiritual revival fueled by intense prayers.      
• The early American settlers built the foundation that would make it the most powerful nation today - a strong faith in GOD and a disciplined prayer life. Throughout its history, and especially at its major turning points, waves of revival and prayer movement swept across the land.
• In recent times, we see Korea as a nation experiencing revival and in the process producing the largest Christian church in the world today, led by Rev. Paul Yongi Cho. No wonder it has emerged as a strong nation when other economies around i t are faltering.
• Even from a purely secular viewpoint, it makes a lot of sense. For here there is genuine humbling & seeking of GOD through prayer, moral reformation necessarily follows. And this, in turn, will lead to general prosperity.

YES, we believe prayer can make a difference. It's our only hope

Today, we launch this email brigade, to inform Filipinos from all over the world to pray, as a people, for the economic recovery and moral reformation of our nation. We do not ask for much. We only ask for five minutes of your time in a day, to forward this email to your close friends and relatives.

This is the kind of unity which can make a big difference. Of course, if you feel strongly, as I do, about the power of prayer, you can be more involved by starting your own prayer group or prayer center.

We have tried people power twice; in both cases, it fell short. Maybe it's time to try prayer power. GOD never fails. Is there hope? YES! We can rely on God's promise, but we have to do our part. If we humble ourselves and pray as a people, GOD will heal our and. By GOD's grace, we may yet see a better future for our children.      

'If My people, who are called  by My name, will humble themselves and pray, and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from Heaven, and will forgive their sins, and will heal their land.'(2 Chronicles7: 14).

If you care for your children and grandchildren, PLEASE pass this on. .. ..

pang alis ng STRESS!

Bobo: Pare, hulaan mo ugali ko, nagsisimula sa letter A.
Pare: Approachable?
Bobo: Mali .
Pare: Amiable?
Bobo: Mali pa rin!
Pare: O sige, sirit na nga!
Bobo: Anest.

Policeman arresting a prostitute...
Prosti: Aba , I am not selling sex!
Police: Then what are you doing?
Prosti: I'm a saleswoman selling condoms with free demo.
 
Bush: What are the pollutants in your country?
Jingoy: We have lots of pollutants.. ..we have sisig, kilawin, chicharon, mani.
Erap: Anak, may nakalimutan ka-- Boy Bawang (cornik).

Tindero: Bili na po kayo gatas ng baka. Sampung piso lang isang baso.
Manong: Ang mahal naman! Wala bang tig-pipiso lang nyan?
Tindero: Meron po, pero kayo na po ang dedede sa baka....

Pasyente: Dok, bakit po ganito ang operasyon sa ulo ko? Halos kita na utak ko!
Doctor: Ok lang yan, yan ang tinatawag na open-minded.

A naked girl takes a taxi...
Naked Girl: 'Bakit ka nakatitig sa katawan ko, ngayon ka lang ba nakakita ng hubad?'
Driver: 'Hindi po miss, iniisip ko lang kung saan nakatago ang pamasahe mo!'



Beauty contest
Emcee: What's the big problem facing the country today?
Contestant: Drugs.
Emcee: Very good! Why do you say that?
Contestant: Ang mahal kasi eh!

Amo: Bakit ka umiiyak?
Katulong: Sabi po ni dok, tatanggalan daw po ako ng butlig!
Amo: Butlig lang eh iiyak ka na...
Katulong: Ok lang po sana kung right lig or left lig..... pero bakit naman butligs pa! hu hu hu....

Doc: Ano ang trabaho mo, iha?
Girl: Substitute po.
Doc: Hindi kaya prostitute?
Girl: Hindi po, mama ko po ang prostitute, at kung may sakit po siya, ako po yung substitute.. ..

Doc: For your health, take only a cup of rice, lean meat and a cup of kangkong, fruits for dessert and lots of juice....
Fat guy: Doc, shall I take them before or after meals?

Kodigo
Nahuling may kodigo ang estudyante.. .
Guro: Ano 'to?
Estudyante: Prayer ko po, ma'am!
Guro: At bakit answers ang nakasulat?
Estudyante: Naku! Sinagot na ang prayers ko!

SIOPAO
Kulas: Miss, isa ngang siopao... 'yung babae.
Waitress: Babaeng siopao po?
Kulas: Oo. 'Yung may papel na sapin. Kumbaga, napkin.
Waitress: Ahh, ganun po ba? Lalaki lang po ang nandito.
Kulas: Lalaki?
Waitress: Kasi po, may itlog sa loob.

A Chemistry teacher asked a sexy student, 'What are NITRATES?
The student replied shyly, 'Ma'am, sa motel po. NITRATES are higher than day rates!'

Credit Card Scam

DON'T READ OUT THE LAST 3 DIGITS

AT THE BACK OF YOUR CARD (DEBIT OR CREDIT)

UNLESS YOU TRUST THE PERSON WHO'S ASKING YOU.

Just a heads up for everyone regarding the latest in Visa fraud.

Royal Bank of Canada received this communication about the newest scam. This is happening in southern Alberta right now and moving. This one is pretty slick since they provide YOU with all the information, except the one piece they want.. Note, the callers do not ask for your card number they already have it.

This information is worth reading. By understanding how the VISA MasterCard telephone Credit Card Scam works, you'll be better prepared to protect yourself. One of our employees was called on Wednesday from 'VISA', and I was called on Thursday from 'MasterCard'.

The scam works like this:

Person calling says, 'This is (name), and I'm calling from the Security and Fraud Department at VISA. My Badge number is 12460 , Your card has been flagged for an unusual purchase pattern, and I'm calling to verify. This would be on your VISA card which was issued by (name of bank). Did you purchase an Anti-Telemarketing Device for $497.99 from a marketing company based in Arizona ?'

When you say 'No', the caller continues with, 'Then we will be issuing a credit to your account. This is a company we have been watching and the charges range from $297 to $497, just under the $500 purchase pattern that flags most cards. Before your next statement, the credit will be sent to (gives you your address), is that correct?'

You say 'yes'. The caller continues - 'I will be starting a Fraud Investigation. If you have any questions, you should call the 1- 800 number listed on the back of your card (1-800-VISA) and ask for Security. You will need to refer to this Control Number. The caller then gives you a 6 digit number. 'Do you need me to read it again?'

Here's the IMPORTANT part on how the scam works:

The caller then says, 'I need to verify you are in possession of your card'. He'll ask you to 'turn your card over and look for some numbers'. There are 7 numbers; the first 4 are part of your card number, the last 3 are the Security Numbers that verify you are the possessor of the card.

These are the numbers you sometimes use to make Internet purchases to prove you have the card. The caller will ask you to read the last 3 numbers to him. After you tell the caller the 3 numbers, he'll say, 'That is correct, I just needed to verify that the card has not been lost or stolen, and that you still have your card. Do you have any other questions?'

After you say no, the caller then thanks you and states, 'Don't hesitate to call back if you do', and hangs up. You actually say very little, and they never ask for or tell you the card number.

But after we were called on Wednesday, we called back. Within 20 minutes to ask a question. Are we were glad we did! The REAL VISA Security Department told us it was a scam and in the last 15 minutes a new purchase of $497.99 was charged to our card.

We made a real fraud report and closed the VISA account. VISA is reissuing us a new number. What the scammers want is the 3-digit PIN number on the back of the card. Don't give it to them. Instead, tell them you'll call VISA or Master Card directly for verification of their conversation.

The real VISA told us that they will never ask for anything on the card as they already know the information since they issued the card! If you give the scammers your 3 Digit PIN Number, you think you're receiving a credit.. However, by the time you get your statement you'll see charges for purchases you didn't make, and by then it's almost too late and/or more difficult to actually file a fraud report.

What makes this more remarkable is that on Thursday, I got a call from a 'Jason Richardson of MasterCard' with a Word-for-word repeat of the VISA Scam. This time I didn't let him finish. I hung up! We filed a police report, as instructed by VISA. The police said they are taking several of these reports daily! They also urged us to tell everybody we know that this scam is happening. I dealt with a similar situation this morning, with the caller telling me that $3,097 had been charged to my account for plane tickets to Spain , and so on through the above routine.

It appears that this Is a very active scam, and evidently quite successful.

you know you're a kagay-anon when. . .

1. You are (at least loosely) related to the Neris, Roas, Chaveses/Chavezes, Echems, or Velezes.
...loosely? well, i live in apoVEL ;p

2. You can make your way around the city with your eyes closed.
...not nazareth. i can't remember a single street by heart.

3. You've memorized all the jeepney routes.
...uh, no :)

4. You say words like chada and chui.
...CHADA CAGAYAN!

5. You've touched the waters of the Cagayan River.
...yes.

6. You've heard of the legend of the Giant Goldfish that lives in the Cagayan River (that if the city gets too noisy the Fish will wake up and cause an apocalyptic earthquake).
...hahahaha yeah, i remember that. hence the name, Cagayan de ORO (gold)

7. You can identify the street name or address wherever you are in the city.
...no, but landmarks will do

8. You know the places people refer to as Agfa, Mega, KSY, and Trendline.
...and dunkin, and mcdo, and the list goes on..

9. You're familiar with the city's history.
...no. haha.. well i've read some tidbits, but i can't actually remember everything. so, never mind. no history talking abt cdo for me.

10. You've entered Makahambus Cave.
...yep!

11. You've experienced white-water rafting in the Cagayan River rapids.
...too many times, i wouldn't want to do it again. hehehe

12. Your deceased relatives are in Green Hills, Divine Shepherd, or in some other cemetery in the city.
...Greenhills :)

13. You prefer Red Horse over other beer brands.
...i don't drink beer

14. You study in the city.
...on the hill! :D

15. You have stereotypes for each of the universities in the city.
...i know, but i don't really mind.

16. You've memorized the Cagayan Park View Hotel jingle by heart ("people stay in Cagayan... Cagayan Park View Hotel...") –
...uu oi! abot pa ni na jingle everywhere across the nation!

17. You've seen or heard the name "Kasama Tsui" somewhere.
...i think i read that everyday sa mga motorela :)

18. You prefer riding Altis taxis.
...yes & no. yes, because its clean & the aircon's excellent. no, because the most of the drivers are airhead bastards! go royale! hehe

19. You've noticed that the jeepneys call out for you to ride them, not the other way around.
...yes, & it scares me!

20. You frequent Opol beach.
...uhm... bitaw ba? walay lain beach within reach. hehe

21. You frequent Limketkai Mall and SM.
...limketkai...my second home.. i sleep there, eat there.. haha :)

22. You've shopped at the Night Market.
...yep, but kapila lang

23. You have stereotypes against Ororama and Gaisano.
...grocery, bisan asa basta barato!

24. You love Butcher's Best sisig.
...yip yip!!! and the BBQs too

25. You boast about the fact that Ram Chaves, Mark Bautista and Aegis are from Cagayan de Oro.
...Mark lang cguro. hehe i don't know who Ram is.

26. You've only recently been addicted to quek-quek.
...no(?)

27. You've been pick-pocketed in Cogon, Carmen, or Agora.
...thank God wala! only in CEBU port @ 4am ko na snatchan ug bracelet! freak!

28. You noticed that the jeepney drivers of CdeO are the worst in the country.
...worst ever. but i think its a Philippine-wide catastrophe.

29. You jaywalk without worries.
...exactly!

30. You've never experienced a typhoon.
...typhoon tong recent?

31. You've heard of the kulto or serial killer rumors before.
...yeah.

32. You hear of bomb threats that never actualize.
...yes.

33. You can buy pirated DVDs without worries.
...i worry a lot about piracy. eeekkk

34. You've been to Eco Tourism Village.
...yes.

35. You've been to Mapawa Nature Park.
...yes.

36. You think Cruz Taal street is the city's red-light district.
...yes. and sadly, Mabini St. is rising too!

37. You've noticed the irony in the fact that Patag is on a hill and Puntod is near the sea.
...oh yes. i think i tale tell it to our visitors. haha

38. Dunkin Donuts in Divisoria is your preferred meeting place for outings.
...hantod PDA mao gyapon meet up place

39. You listen to the FM radio program "Awards Night" on MOR 91.1 every Sunday night.
...Sandy101 & KillerB rman to ako nailhan sauna. but i don't really listen to radio programs

40. You know where Catanico Falls is.
...where is?

41. You know who Stephanie Sol is.
...by name & by face.

42. You've picnicked at High Ridge.
...i think. nawala mi. c joyjoy ang guide, nalimot hahaha

43. You can identify places while looking down at the city from High Ridge.
...i tried to identify, & i guess i got 7 out of 10

44. You're familiar with the city's local politicians.
...i think the big names make some noise

45. You jog or play sports at the Pelaez Sports Center often.
...jogged twice. its pretty now @ 30php, used to be free admission.

46. You've been to the Museo de Oro at Xavier University and La Castilla Museum at Liceo de Cagayan University.
...Museo de Oro only. scary & pretty altogether :)

47. You spend your Holy Week climbing Malasag hill.
...no ;p

48. You give Oroham and Sler's products as pasalubongs when you travel.
...haha and vjandep pastel :)

49. You think you're in the safest city in the world despite the wars raging in nearby towns.
...i think, kai its where i belong haha ;p

50. You celebrate the Kagay-an Fesitval with a sumptuous buffet.
...birthdays and such @ Casa Escalante are celebrate with sumptuous buffets :) hehehe

WARNING: a new way to do CarJackings! (repost)

Please pass this to everyone you know.

I was Multiply hopping and I saw this. Repost it, emailed it, texted it, told a friend, whatever. Just spread the word so people can be warned.

"Just last weekend on Friday night we parked in a public parking area. As we drove away I noticed a sticker on the rear window of the car. When I took it off after I got home, it was a receipt for gas. Luckily my friend told me not to stop as it could be someone waiting for me to get out of the car.

Then we received this email yesterday: WARNING FROM POLICE THIS APPLIES TO BOTH WOMEN AND MEN: BEWARE OF PAPER ON THE BACK WINDOW OF YOUR VEHICLE - A NEW WAY TO DO CARJACKINGS

Heads up everyone! Please, keep this circulating... You walk across the parking lot, unlock your car and get inside. You start the engine and shift into Reverse.

When you look into the rear view mirror to back out of your parking space, you notice a piece of paper stuck to the middle of the rear window. So, you shift into Park, unlock your doors, and jump out of your car to remove that paper (or whatever it is) that is obstructing your view. When you reach the back of your car, that is when the carjackers appear out of nowhere, jump into your car and take off . They practically mow you down as they speed off in your car.

And guess what, ladies? I bet your purse is still in the car. So now the carjacker has your car, your home address, your money, and your keys. Your home and your whole identity are now compromised!

BEWARE OF THIS NEW SCHEME THAT IS NOW BEING USED.

If you see a piece of paper stuck to your back window, just drive away.
Remove the paper later.
And be thankful that you read this email. I hope you will forward this to friends and family, especially to women. A purse contains all kinds of personal information and identification documents, and you certainly do NOT want this to fall into the wrong hands.

Please keep this going and tell all your friends."

handy lil chart

                                  God has a positive answer:

 

 

 

YOU SAY	GOD SAYS	BIBLE VERSES
You say: "It's impossible"	God says: All things are possible	(Luke 18:27)
You say: "I'm too tired"	God says: I will give you rest	(Matthew 11:28-30)
You say: "Nobody really loves me"	God says: I love you	(John 3:1 6 & John 3:34 )
You say: "I can't go on"	God says: My grace is sufficient	(II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)
You say: "I can't figure things out"	God says: I will direct your steps	(Proverbs 3:5- 6)
You say: "I can't do it"	God says: You can do all things	(Philippians 4:13)
You say: "I'm not able"	God says: I am able	(II Corinthians 9:8)
You say: "It's not worth it"	God says: It will be worth it	(Roman 8:28 )
You say: "I can't forgive myself"	God says: I Forgive you	(I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)
You say: "I can't manage"	God says: I will supply all your needs	(Philippians 4:19)
You say: "I'm afraid"	God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear	(II Timothy 1:7)
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated"	God says: Cast all your cares on ME	(I Peter 5:7)
You say: "I'm not smart enough"	God says: I give you wisdom	(I Corinthians 1:30)
You say: "I feel all alone"	God says: I will never leave you or forsake you	(Hebrews 13:5)

why PacMan won

Some called it foolishness.  Others said it was a sham, a circus.  Still, many called it a mismatch.  It was a mismatch indeed.  Just the other way around though.  Many so-called experts were dumbfounded.  How can this be?  Unknown to most, there was something going on 'behind the scene' before the fight that determined its outcome :

GOD :  What is this I heard about one big fight on earth?  Who's fighting?

Angel :  It's between Manny Pacquiao and Oscar dela Hoya!  And its about to start! 

GOD :  Ow! Manny!  I know him.  He talks to Me every now and then.  In fact he's praying to me again, asking for help on his fight.

Angel :  Then there's Oscar dela Hoya.

GOD :  Who's Oscar?

Angel :  The Pretty Boy.  Cute.  Many of us lady angels here has a crush on him!

GOD :  Never heard of him.  He never talked to me.  Never called My Name.

Angel :  He did Your Honor, on several occasions!

God :  Ya?  When?  I don't remember.  You have a record of those?

Angel :  Let me see, ... it says in our logbook,  every time he sees a beautiful and sexy woman he says, Oh my god!

GOD :   Sorry, can't remember.  So tell me, who's favored to win?

Angel :  Oscar of course!  2-1!

GOD :  Really now!  Says who?

Angel :  Almost everybody.  The experts, the sports buffs, gamblers, you name it... except of course the Filipinos. 

GOD :  Ows?  But I see it differently.  I see the opposite.  In fact, instead of 2-1, I see it 8-0!  In favor of the little guy, Manny.  Reminds me a lot about my boy David before.  He too kept on praying.  He too had a giant to kill.

After a while:

Angel:  You are right again, as always, Lord, Your boy won!

GOD :  He deserves it.  And look now, before anything else, he's thanking Me for the big win!  How can I say no to him then?  And the fact that I get free advertisement every time he thanks me on worldwide television!   He's doing it more effectively than a thousand priests or pastors!   Hmmmm, I sure can use him more….

 

 

Proverbs 3:5-6

 5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart

     and lean not on your own understanding;

 6 In all your ways acknowledge him,

     and he will make your paths straight.

Psalm 105

 1 Give thanks to the LORD, call on his name;

     make known among the nations what he has done.

 

modern salawikains

let's just take a break, breath & have a good laugh :))

*Ang taong d marunong magmahal ng sariling wika,
sa call center naglipana.

*Ang lalakeng nagigipit,
sa bakla kumakapit.

*Aanhin pa ang damo kung meron namang shabu?

*Kapag maiksi ang kumot,
sa baby ipagamit.

*Papunta ka pa lang, sige, ingat!

*Laging nasa huli ang pinaka matangkad.

*Pag may usok, kawawa ang  may hika.

*When the cat is away,
sabihin mo lang, "wis wis wisss.."
para lumapit.

BOSS reactions

At the beginning
Be good, you will be fine.

 

 

 

 

After a week
Must Work Hard man

 

 

 

 

 

 After a month    
Must Work very hard you know

 

   

 

After a Quarter
Can you hear me, you must work hard

 

HOUSEHOLD tips

 Peel a banana from the bottom and you won't have to

pick the little 'stringy things' off of it. That's how the primates do it.

Take your bananas apart when you get home from the store.

If you leave them connected at the stem, they ripen faster.

Store your opened chunks of cheese in aluminum foil.

It will stay fresh much longer and not mold!

Peppers with 3 bumps on the bottom are sweeter and better for eating. Peppers with 4 bumps on the bottom are firmer and better for cooking.

 Add a teaspoon of water when frying ground beef. It will help pull the grease away from the meat while cooking.

 To really make scrambled eggs or omelets rich add a couple of spoonfuls of sour cream, cream cheese, or heavy cream in and then beat them up.

For a cool brownie treat, make brownies as directed. Melt Andes mints in double broiler and pour over warm brownies. Let set for a wonderful minty frosting.

 Add garlic immediately to a recipe if you want a light taste of garlic and at the end of the recipe if your want a stronger taste of garlic.

Leftover snickers bars from Halloween make a delicious dessert. Simply chop them up with the food chopper. Peel, core and slice a few apples. Place them in a baking dish and sprinkle the chopped candy bars over the apples. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes!!!  Serve alone or with vanilla ice cream. Yummm!

 Reheat Pizza

Heat up leftover pizza in a nonstick skillet on top of the stove, set heat to med-low and heat till warm. This keeps the crust crispy. No soggy micro pizza. I saw this on the cooking channel and it really works.

 Easy Deviled Eggs

Put cooked egg yolks in a zip lock bag. Seal, mash till they are all broken up. Add remainder of ingredients, reseal, keep mashing it up mixing thoroughly, cut the tip of the baggy, squeeze mixture into egg. Just throw bag away when done easy clean up.

 Expanding Frosting

When you buy a container of cake frosting from the store, whip it with your mixer for a few minutes. You can double it in size. You get to frost more cake/cupcakes with the same amount. You also eat less sugar and calories per serving.

 Reheating refrigerated bread

To warm biscuits, pancakes, or muffins that were refrigerated, place them in a microwave with a cup of water. The increased moisture will keep the food moist and help it reheat faster.

 Newspaper weeds away

Start putting in your plants, work the nutrients in your soil. Wet newspapers, put layers around the plants overlapping as you go cover with mulch and forget about weeds. Weeds will get through some gardening plastic they will not get through wet newspapers.

Broken Glass

Use a wet cotton ball or Q-tip to pick up the small shards of glass you can't see easily.

 No More Mosquitoes

Place a dryer sheet in your pocket.

It will keep the mosquitoes away.

 Squirrel Away!

To keep squirrels from eating your plants, sprinkle your plants with cayenne pepper.  The cayenne pepper doesn't hurt the plant and the squirrels won't come near it.

 Flexible vacuum

To get something out of a heat register or under the fridge add an empty paper towel roll or empty gift wrap roll to your vacuum. It can be bent or flattened to get in narrow openings.

 Reducing Static Cling

Pin a small safety pin to the seam of your slip and you will not have a clingy skirt or dress. Same thing works with slacks that cling when wearing panty hose. Place pin in seam of slacks and ... ta da! ... static is gone.

Measuring Cups

Before you pour sticky substances into a measuring cup, fill with hot water. Dump out the hot water, but don't dry cup. Next, add your ingredient, such as peanut butter, and watch how easily it comes right out.

 Foggy Windshield?

Hate foggy windshields? Buy a chalkboard eraser and keep it in the glove box of your car . When the window s fog, rub with the eraser! Works better than a cloth!

 Reopening envelope

If you seal an envelope and then realize you forgot to include something inside, just place your sealed envelope in the freezer for an hour or two. Viola! It unseals easily.

 Conditioner

Use your hair conditioner to shave your legs. It's cheaper than shaving cream and leaves your legs really smooth. It's also a great way to use up the conditioner you bought but didn't like when you tried it in your hair.

 Goodbye Fruit Flies

To get rid of pesky fruit flies, take a small glass, fill it 1/2' with Apple Cider Vinegar and 2 drops of dish washing liquid; mix well. You will find those flies drawn to the cup and gone forever!

 Get Rid of Ants

Put small piles of cornmeal where you see ants. They eat it, take it 'home,' can't digest it so it kills them. It may take a week or so, especially if it rains, but it works and you don't have the worry about pets or small children being harmed!

 INFO ABOUT CLOTHES DRYERS

The heating unit went out on my dryer! The gentleman that fixes things around the

house for us told us that he wanted to show us something and he went over to the

dryer and pulled out the lint filter. It was clean. (I always clean the lint from the filter after every load clothes.)

He told us that he wanted to show us something; he took the filter over to the sink and ran hot water over it. The lint filter is made of a  mesh material ... I'm sure you know what your dryer's lint filter looks like. Well ... the hot water just sat on top of the mesh! It didn't go through it at all! He told us that dryer sheets cause a film over that mesh that's what burns out the heating unit.

 You can't SEE the film, but it's there. It's what is in the dryer sheets to make your clothes soft and static free ... that nice fragrance too. You know how they can feel waxy when you take them out of the box .. well this stuff builds up on your clothes and on your lint screen. This is also what causes dryer units to potentially burn your  house down with it! He said the best way to keep your dryer working for a very long time (and to keep your electric bill lower) is to take that filter out and wash it with hot soapy water and an old toothbrush (or other brush) at least every six months.

He said that makes the life of the dryer at least twice as long! How about that!?!

Learn something new everyday! I certainly didn't know dryer sheets would do that.

 So, I thought I'd share!