Cold Night

Last night was so cold here that all the lights on the street  looked like these in the photo- taken from my front door...

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Buying A Used Car

Because new cars are expensive, most people find themselves in the

market for a used vehicle when they need wheels. And buying a used car

isn't easy; you want to get the best car you can for the best deal

you can. Read on to find out how you can handle your used car purchase.

CHECKLIST OF QUESTIONS TO ASK ON THE TELEPHONE:

* Why are you selling the car?

* How long have you owned it?

* Does it need any repairs?

* Is there any rust on the car?

CHECKLIST OF ITEMS TO LOOK FOR BEFORE YOU TEST DRIVE:

* Rust, holes, gunk in tailpipe

* Mismatches in paint (may indicate a past accident)

* Tires in poor condition, uneven tread wear

* Door locks work without sticking

* All headlights and other lights work

* Upholstery not sagging

* Suspension doesn't sag

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO WATCH FOR ON THE ROAD:

* Clutch doesn't slip or make any noise

* Exhaust pumping out black or blue smoke

* Emergency brake holds on hill

* Make sure the car doesn't pull to one side, i.e., that the wheels are

properly aligned

* Make sure steering doesn't wander or make noises

* Accelerate on a hill to determine engine strength

CHECKLIST FOR THE MECHANICAL TEST

* Engine system, compression, spark plug reading, fuel pump, ignition,

oil condition

* Electrical system, wiring, alternator, regulator, air conditioner

* Brakes, lining, pads, drums

* Driveline, transmission, universal joints

* Suspension, shocks, springs, ball joints, wheel balance o Frame and

body, check for rust and evidence of structural damage.




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Today's Ramblings

I realize it's been a few days since I've "rambled"- sometimes one can be a stay at home mom, but still be busy.I still need to hit the cookbooks as well and get to working on my Christmas baking...I'd love to hear what you make for your Christmas bake tray.??

Erika's grad gown arrived yesterday but we are going to see about returning it.We saved about $200 by her buying a "copy" of the original.Although it will "pass"- the beads and sequins are sewn on cheaply and already coming off, and the bottom part of the dress has 3 tiers of actual wire lined inside the skirt to keep its shape- and very uncomfortable for her to sit down with.The return will end up costing a re-stocking fee and a shipping fee. Being that it is her grad/prom, it is important for her to feel good in what she's wearing.

I have a job interview on the 8th.Will see how that goes. Also still need to wait another few days if I am approved for a course that I wanted to get sponsered for: Child Pyschology and Development.It's one of these long distant education programs.I really hope I will get approved as it looks like an interesting course, even though my girls are older already.

Off to fix supper....

Food Review- Eagle Brand Magic Cookie Bars

I normally make my own dessert squares from scratch, as I find they taste better than boxed mixes, but when I spotted Eagle Brand's Signature Magic Cookie Bars,I figured I would try them.
The box mix makes a 8x8 pan.My homemade recipe would make a 13x9 pan.
All items to make the squares were in the box except 5 tblsps of butter I had to add on my own.
The box mix is a nice idea for kids learning to bake.Or for mom's looking for a quick dessert to make.
The price I found was a bit high though: $3.97
Although all in all,

I would give this: a thumbs up!

Free Report-66 Ways to Make Money with Handicrafts

Although I am not much of a craftsperson, I know so many are, and there are so many great ideas beyond the usual knitting, sewing and crocheting.

If you would like to know of 66 Ways to Make Money with Handicrafts, please send an email to: oneincomedollar@yahoo.ca- and ask! I'd be happy to send you a quick copy by email.

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Saving Money on Hardwood Floors

Hardwood floors do not come cheap. In fact, compared to concrete and synthetic materials, pure hardwood floors are more expensive, primarily because it comes from an exhaustible resource. It takes years for a tree to be fully grown and ready to become building material, but it only takes a few hours to mix concrete.


Thus, the concept of buying discount hardwood floors is a little far off. However, it would comfort you to know that it is not impossible. You can actually purchase pure hardwood flooring materials for a lower price, granted that you know where to find them
.
The Internet is a haven for discount hardwood flooring resources. There are online hardware and woodwork stores that also offer lower-priced hardwood flooring. Placed against the regular hardwood floors that are available in the market today, these materials are around 30% to 40% cheaper. Thus, if you're working under a tight budget, you can scour the Internet for them.

You may also want to check out local hardware stores to see if they are puting some of their older hardwood flooring stocks on sale. Since the production of hardwood flooring is a continuous process, new stocks regularly come in. And when these new stocks arrive, the existing stocks will naturally be pushed back and, eventually, sold on discount.

Are you amenable to buying used hardwood flooring materials? See, there are establishments that renovate and shift to concrete, rendering their hardwood floors, although still very much sturdy, useless. But instead of throwing them out, some owners choose to sell them at a discount. These may be a little difficult to find but, hey, who knows, someone in your neighborhood could be doing this.


Buying hardwood floors on discount does not mean that you are settling for lower quality. The quality of these materials remains the same, only that their seller probably has something newer or would like to shift to some other kind of building material. So, if you chance upon discount hardwood flooring, jump at the opportunity at once. Of course, before you make any purchases, check the material's history first and scrutinize for any signs of decay and wear.


Visit the Gardening Central  to learn about freezing herbs, harvesting potatoes and other information.
 
Author: Del Mckinney

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Dell Canada-Win Prizes Every Hour! Holiday Gift Hunt

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