Quick, Natural, Head-to-Toe Clean Thank you for visiting Little House in the Suburbs. Please subscribe and you'll get great simple living tips and how-to articles delivered to your inbox, for free! Shampoo and body wash, like all synthetic detergents, work equally well in hard and soft water. Soap is WAY better. So here’s your solution: Put 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar in a quart of water and store it in a squeeze bottle. Now here’s your new shower routine: 1. 3. 4. 7 . Isn’t that amazing? If you care to know, it’s two things:1) AC vinegar breaks down any remaining soap residue.2) AC vinegar is acidic and makes the hair scales lay back down. Now, go shave your legs. Ivory Tagged as: chemical-free, frugal living, green living, homemade body products, natural body care
In-N-Out’s Secret Menu :: Badmouth In-N-Out Burgers is a West Coast institution. And one of the keys to their success has been keeping it simple. There are only four food items on the In-N-Out menu: Hamburger, Cheeseburger, Double-Double and French Fries. “or at least that’s what they want you to think. This isn’t just stuff made up by bored employees. There is lots of information out there on the Internet about the secret menu, but no one seems to have gotten it all, and a lot of what is out there is just plain wrong. So, through dilligent research, we have managed to produce what we believe is the definitive guide to the In-N-Out secret menu. Burgers In-n-Out: 2X4 Protein Style A “2×4” is a burger with two beef patties and four slices of cheese. 2xMeat In-n-Out: 2xMeat with Grilled Onions (Also known as a “Double Meat”) Two beef patties, no cheese. Animal Style In-n-Out: Animal Style Burger Cut-In-Half In-n-Out: Cheeseburger Cut In Half No big trick here. Flying Dutchman In-n-Out: Flying Dutchman Grilled Cheese Mustard Grilled
30 Easy And Cuddly DIY Ideas For Recycling Old Sweaters Homemade Facial If you can EAT it you can WEAR it! I would never have imagined that at 36 years of age women of different ages and ethnicities would stop me to ask what I use on my skin. But over the last few years it happens more and more – heck, once while standing next to the Proactiv acne booth! About 15 months ago I changed my eating habits not intending to improve my complexion just my general health. So yes, eating habits will be reflected through the skin. I devised my own skin regiment and am excited to share it with you now. My Homemade Facial You will need: Method: I rub it all over my face, unless I want to do a full body rub which usually consists of rubbing over my face, throat, shoulders, arms, hands, elbows, legs, knees and tops of my feet. Just three applications per week will totally transform your skin’s appearance and elasticity. Why it works The lemons are high in Vitamin C – the most widely used ingredient in skin care products – which is essential for the synthesis of collagen.
A Mother’s Prayer for Her Child By Tina Fey | Write In Color “First, Lord: No tattoos. May neither Chinese symbol for truth nor Winnie-the-Pooh holding the FSU logo stain her tender haunches. May she be Beautiful but not Damaged, for it’s the Damage that draws the creepy soccer coach’s eye, not the Beauty. When the Crystal Meth is offered, may she remember the parents who cut her grapes in half And stick with Beer. Guide her, protect her when crossing the street, stepping onto boats, swimming in the ocean, swimming in pools, walking near pools, standing on the subway platform, crossing 86th Street, stepping off of boats, using mall restrooms, getting on and off escalators, driving on country roads while arguing, leaning on large windows, walking in parking lots, riding Ferris wheels, roller-coasters, log flumes, or anything called “Hell Drop,” “Tower of Torture,” or “The Death Spiral Rock ‘N Zero G Roll featuring Aerosmith,” and standing on any kind of balcony ever, anywhere, at any age. Lead her away from Acting but not all the way to Finance.
Time for Tea Soap | Cucumbersome Drinking tea is such a lovely ceremony, what with the dainty cups and small spoons and little dishes reserved only for steeped tea bags. The aroma is such a huge part of that experience. Sadly, I’m finding that one can only drink so much tea in a day. I have included a full, rather detailed tutorial for you to make these yourself. You can buy all the materials you need here. which some may think is cheating, but I think it’s fantastic. which has more bergamot than usual. 1. 4. 8. Here are the tags that are available (click here to view and print): Now I’m off to have a cup of tea… Thanks for reading.
Homemade Natural Mouthwash Ever watched the clock hoping you could endure the burn of your mouthwash for a full minute? I have never been able to stand the harsh burn of commercial mouthwash, so after reading about beneficial properties of peppermint essential oil I did what any creative DIY’er would do… set out to make my own. Antibacterial natural mouthwash We strive to create recipes that are easy to make, inexpensive, and effective – this mouthwash is all that and even has antibacterial and antifungal properties to help keep bad breath at bay. Baking soda will settle to the bottom of the jar when not in use, so be sure to shake mouthwash before each use. Feel free to double this recipe for a larger batch. Save money and get better mouthwash A few years ago we paid $3.50 for a liter (nearly 34 ounces) of generic Listerine, and that’s about the lowest price you’ll find. If you were to make a liter of this homemade natural mouthwash it would cost you approximately $1.00 which is $2.50 less than the store bought.
Please Don’t Promise Me Forever | Rotating Corpse Imagine this: It’s 1976 and you’re dating a man named Rick. He has a mustache and owns at least one reindeer sweater. High off of reading The Easter Parade and The Great Santini, he’s all pumped up to write the next great American novel but, to make ends meet, he’s currently working for Hallmark. The fact is, things could be better between the two of you; he forgot your birthday… then your anniversary. Now, imagine it’s Valentine’s Day and you’re not expecting much – but Rick surprises you. And this: “Please don’t expect me to always be good and kind and loving. And there’s even a photo depicting couples board game night paired with this text: “Please don’t… make me look foolish in front of other people.” I spotted this amazing treasure at Spoonbill and Sugartown and, of course, I had to buy it right away.
How to Make Books | Pioneer Woman Homeschooling Photos and Post By Emelie Sanders. When Momma takes us to the bookstore we each get a book; sometimes two–it depends on her mood, really. Usually, I take the longest time. I quickly scan the fiction area, then turn to the small nook of craft books. I have already made just about every book except the “Cake Box Book”. I highly recommend reading all the way through before starting. First, we need supplies. » a box of some kind (take into consideration the size) » paper (I used 100% recycled, lined paper I tore from an old notebook) » a ruler (a foot long ruler is long enough, I assure you) » a pen » needle » thread (waxed linen is the best, but I used floss due to a shortage of waxed linen) » an envelope (this is optional, I like using it as a pocket inside) » a hammer » a thin nail » some kind of banging platform (piece of 4×4 or just a piece of wood) » graph paper The first step is the only step I messed up on. Open the bottom and cut a slit on the side you do NOT want as your spine.
At Home Hair Treatments Natural help for damaged hair and dandruff One thing most of us have in common is hair. Women in general are more prone to dry damaged hair due to over processing, chemical treatments and so on. While I’m one of those women I like to consider myself a hair survivor of the 80’s. If you have dry damaged hair, split ends, dandruff or dry scalp you can benefit from this excellent all natural way to heal your hair. All Natural Hair Wrap Ingredients If you have very long or thick hair double or even triple these measurements until you find what works for you. Directions Mix ingredients together and apply to damp hair. Take the mixture rub it down into your scalp and toward the ends of your hair. Help for dry and damaged hair I noticed a difference on my fine hair immediately. Help for dandruff and dry scalp Olive oil and honey also provide an excellent natural defense against dandruff and dry scalp by hydrating both the scalp and the hair. Benefits of olive oil and honey on hair
How to Forecast Weather | Ever wondered how to forecast the weather without actually using instruments? Check the Clouds: Clouds can tell us a lot about the weather. For example, they can tell us if it’s going to be warmer on a particular night by simply being there. That’s because they prevent heat radiation from escaping. Check the Humidity: If you’re one of those people whose hair gets all curly when it gets really humid out, you know exactly what this is about. Check the Animals: Birds only fly in the sky when they expect fair weather ahead. Look at the Rainbow (but only in the west) and look for a Red Sky: If you see one in the west, it means a major storm front is coming. Check the Air: If it smells like a compost heap, expect some rain soon. Check the Moon: Seen any red moons lately? Check the Wind: If you can tell which way the wind is blowing, you can tell if there is a storm approaching. A Few More Ideas: Make a campfire – If the smoke goes straight up, clear skies ahead.