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Author: Marilyn Pokorney

I am a freelance writer. I write about gardening, science, nature, animals, the environment and health. I live in Nebraska and love gardening, reading, needlecrafts, and my pet dog and cats.
A black ant

Camphor and Ants

  • Posted on December 7, 2021July 10, 2024
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    Cleaning Tip of the Day

    Camphor is one of the best natural insecticides. It has been used by homeowners for more than a century.

    Keep food put safely away in glass jars or plastic containers.

    Sweep up all crumbs.… Continue Reading

    Dog sitting by open box of baking soda

    Baking Soda for Dogs

  • Posted on December 6, 2021July 10, 2024
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    Pet Tip of the Day

    Baking soda is a pantry staple that helps provide natural relief for itchy skin and other problems dog owners face every day.

    A baking soda paste can be applied to itchy rashes, insect bites, … Continue Reading

    An open refrigerator

    How to Freshen the Refrigerator

  • Posted on December 5, 2021July 10, 2024
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    Cleaning Tip of the Day

    Keep a refrigerator smelling fresh and clean with any of these simple, inexpensive tricks.

    Baking soda is the traditional refrigerator freshener, but other everyday kitchen items are also helpful. These items do a great … Continue Reading

    Dog paw in human hand.

    Dog Paw Facts

  • Posted on December 4, 2021July 10, 2024
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    Pet Tip of the Day

    Dog paws are hardworking just like human hands and feet are hardworking. Here are some little-known facts about dog paws.

    Dogs walk on their toes, not their heels like humans do.

    Besides panting, the … Continue Reading

    Pot of boiling potatoes

    How to Use Potato Water

  • Posted on December 3, 2021November 9, 2026
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    Food Tip of the Day

    Potato water that results from boiling potatoes is usually just poured down the drain. It is much better to use it for other dishes. The potassium level of potato water is high from the … Continue Reading

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