I've attended several colleges and universities. So, I really looked into WGU before attending.

I must say. I made the right choice!

For those of you considering going back to school. WGU will help you along the way. It is an all on-line program. You do the work at your own pace. I found that because of this I am able to get several classes finished in no time. I am hopeful that I will have 9 classes done this term.

Seriously. Take a look.

Ant season

It's the beginning of spring. We see the buds on the trees, the flowers coming up in our yards, and ants entering in the familiar places in our homes.
We have battled ants before. But, I didn't want to do the pesticide route nor did I want to purchase ant traps again.

I found a recipe that called for Borax and jelly. Basically you use equal parts. 1 teaspoon of Borax and 1 scant teaspoon of Borax. It said to place it on a piece of cardboard or a paper plate because when it dries, it will be very hard to clean off. You can buy Borax at Walmart in the laundry section. My box was under $4.00.

I had nothing to lose. I had some moldy jelly and the Borax. I mixed it up, put it on a small piece of cardboard, and set it on the counter.

IT WORKS!!!

I have a bunch that are already dead and still more are coming.

We have several points where the ants come in, I'm going to try it in other places as well. I would caution placing this mixture where other animals can get it. I'm not sure about the toxicity to other animals.

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Global Green USA Green School Makeover Competition Presented by Pureology

Pureology is running a green schools campaign. This is a very important cause especially if you are a parent, grandparent or someone special to the next generation.

We need to consider what effects our actions will have on the future.

Please take a minute and nominate your school at http://www.pureology.com/greenschools

Instant oatmeal

Well almost......

  

I'm on a journey of sorts. I want to reduce our household expenses by a lot. My children and I love instant oatmeal. However, the quick oats in the canister, are a ton cheaper.

So I researched the concept of making my own oatmeal packets. 

Most said to use a baggy, 1/2 cup quick cook oats, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and what ever mix-ins you wanted.

I opted to add walnuts.

I portioned out 10 bags for the week. You add 1/2 cup liquid of your choice and microwave from 1:30 to 2:00 minutes.

The verdict: Not bad.

I think I need to add raisins.

Cleaning up in 2013

Make your own laundry soap.

Ingredients:

1 bar Fels Naptha soap, or any (sold by the mops in most stores)

1 cup Borax powder (sold in the soap aisle)

1 cup washing soda (sold in the soap aisle and is by arm and hammer)

1/2 cup oxyclean. (I use the generic stuff from the dollar store)

Grate your bar of soap. You can you use the grater blade on your food processor. Add all the ingredients to a large bowl. Mix well. 

To use:

Use 2 heaping tablespoons per full load. Add it at the beginning before the clothes so that it has time to dissolve. This will not suds up. But your clothes will be very clean and fresh.

Store in a container with a lid.

If you find that your clothes still look dingy, it could be because you have hard water. Try adding a little salt (a couple of tablespoons) to help soften your water.

Enjoy.

Obamanomics

 So Why are we footing the bill for this one?

Malia Obama.

Photograph by: Archive photo , Getty Images

OAXACA, Mexico - The elder daughter of U.S. President Barack Obama is spending her spring break in the historic Mexican city of Oaxaca in the company of 12 friends, a state police official said.
The young tourists, including 13-year-old Malia Ann Obama, are staying at a downtown hotel in this city famous for its colonial architecture and well-preserved native American traditions, the official said.
"We are here to block access to the hotel by other people and escort the vehicles that are carrying the visitors to tourism sites," the police official told AFP under the condition of anonymity.
Malia Obama and her friend are guarded by 25 U.S. Secret Service agents as well as Mexican police, the official noted.
The group, which arrived in Oaxaca Saturday, has already visited the architectural zone of Mitla and the tree of El Tule believed to have one thousand years.
The sightseeing plan also includes visits to Monte Alban known for its archeological research sites and Oaxaca’s famous artisan quarters.

Double Rainbows

I've had a couple of very trying and tiring months. I wouldn't wish them on my worst enemy.

However, I am blessed!! Do I have worries? Sure I do. But, I am choosing to trust in my faith; For through Christ everything is possible.

So, we are going back to the philosophy of using it up or doing it without.

I'm toying with the idea of a no spend November. I need to run it past my wonderful husband and kids, but I think it is possible.

Christmas will be home made items or re-purposed items. I'm an avid couponer so I will try to get some items for free or nearly free. 

I'm back and hope to be more productive on my blog. Sorry about the hiatus, but we all need one once in a while.