Now Here’s a Tip – February 13, 2024

#MiddleburyCT From L.D.W. in Illinois: “When I have a recipe, I put all the ingredients on the counter, and as I use each one, I put it away. My daughter and daughter-in-law ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – February 6, 2024

#MiddleburyCT “To get a really good shine on your windows, try using newspaper instead of a paper towel. Spray the window with your cleaner and just use the paper like a towel. ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – January 30, 2024

#MiddleburyCT “For nice, evenly sliced mushrooms, use an egg slicer for cutting. It’s super-easy to use, since a boiled egg and a nice white mushroom are around the same ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – January 23, 2024

#MiddleburyCT File this one under safety AND energy smarts: Clean the dryer vent after every load. Clean the dryer vent screen monthly with a gentle soap and water bath. Rinse well ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – January 16, 2024

#MiddleburyCT Here’s a fun afternoon of play just waiting to happen: Check with your local grocery store or big box store to see if it has uncrushed cardboard boxes. Get several ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – January 9, 2024

#MiddleburyCT If you lose a contact lens, you can try turning off the lights and using a flashlight held perpendicular to the floor. They sort of reflect the light, and as you move ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – January 2, 2024

#MiddleburyCT If you like taking baths, you can invest in a second rubber bath mat to drape over the side of the tub. The edge will be nonslip, so you can hold on for support and your ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – December 26, 2023

#MiddleburyCT Before you use your grater to grate cheese, give it a quick shot of nonstick spray. It will keep the cheese from gunking up in the grater. If you need softened butter ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – December 19, 2023

#MiddleburyCT It might be hard to get or stay motivated for exercise once we’ve dipped into shortened days and lower temperatures. Exercise is so important to your health, so ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – December 12, 2023

#MiddleburyCT My personal holiday rule is simple: When in doubt, leave it out. There is so much to do, and we want to cover it all, but my best memories of holidays involve the people ... Continue Reading →