Sassy Silver Sisters

***UPDATED 9/2/23*** Recently my dog had an encounter with a skunk. YES, a skunk. He went out for his 5 a.m. morning pee break and came back in before we knew he was sprayed by a skunk and headed directly to our grandson's room, luckily our grandson wasn't in there and rubbed his face all over his bed. Not knowing that my husband was dealing with this, he decided to wake me up after he had already given him his first bath. We bathed him 3 times that morning and took him to the groomers mid-afternoon.  For the second bath, I did a little research on what to bathe him in and found a homemade solution from The Prairie Homestead , which worked a bit but didn't do the trick that I would have liked. Here's the recipe if you are interested in DIY: 1 quart of 3% hydrogen peroxide  (this is the kind you find in the first aid section of your average grocery store. It’s very cheap.) 1/4 cup baking soda 1-2 drops of liquid dish soap  (optional) 2-3 drops of lemon essential oil  (op

****UPDATED 9/2/23**** If you happen to be in our age bracket of 50+, you will love this blog post. It's all about DISCOUNTS!! Who doesn't love discounts? There are many perks to getting older and we are here to help you find them. I remember the first time someone offered me a senior discount and was highly offended. I'm sure it was because of my prematurely gray hair. The young cashier asked me if I qualify for a senior discount and I said absolutely NOT! I happen to be in my 40's, thank you very much! Now that I can actually receive discounts, I'm happy to say YES, thank you very much! Senior Discounts: What You Should Know As of 2023, many businesses have done away with their senior discounts, but the following companies still slash prices for older adults, as well as veterans, and low-income individuals. For many companies on this list, the specific senior discounts vary by location, so be sure to check with your local stores to confirm discount availability. S

***UPDATED 9/2/23***   I always like to try to make recipes with popcorn. I found this recipe that I thought would be fun and taste great. The recipe was found here at  Penny Pinchin Mom . Skittles Candy Coated Popcorn Ingredients: 4 cups of popcorn (plain, unsalted) 4 oz. butter or margarine 1/2 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup of Skittles® (use one flavor for each batch) Waxed paper Instr uctions or better yet what I did: 1. Separated candies by color. 2. Popped the popcorn and placed it in a bowl, set aside. 3. Put a sheet of waxed paper on the counter. 4. Melted butter with brown sugar on the stove on low heat. Stirred frequently to avoid scorching. 5. Pour in Skittles® candies. Stir until melted (you need to mash them down to help them dissolve). 6. Pour the hot candy mixture over the top of the popcorn & use a spatula to fold in the mixture until the popcorn is well covered. DO THIS QUICKLY! 7. Put the popcorn on waxed paper and spread thinly to allow it to cool. My review: I was exp

****UDPATED 7/12/24**** I have a small garden and zucchini is part of that garden. I’m not sure what happened but when it started producing I only harvested 2 zucchinis. Then all of a sudden it started popping out a bunch and I’m thankful.  Did you know zucchini grows about 2” a day? Zucchini plants produce a lot of fruit and what do you do with them all? Here are some suggestions along with several of my favorite recipes. Bake Bread - I adore zucchini bread. It’s moist, sweet, and freezes well. Try this recipe: Zucchini Bread  from Dash of Sanity.  Serve It as a Side Dish - Baked Parmesan Zucchini from Damn Delicious  are crispy and super delicious.  Make Cupcakes - Sweet and delectable, especially with the caramel icing YUMM!! Zucchini Cupcakes  from Taste of Home.  Use It in Place of Pasta - Fun and a great alternative to pasta ITALIAN ZUCCHINI NOODLES RECIPE WITH GARLIC AND TOMATO   from Best Recipe Box.                                                                               

***UPDATED 7/12/24*** I have a morning routine and if I deviate from that routine, my day is all out of sorts. Also, if you are someone that deals with depression and/or anxiety, a routine could make a noticeable difference in your mental health. Any therapist will tell you the many benefits of starting your day this way. When we make a morning routine part of our day, we develop habits that soon feel second nature. So let's talk about some of the things you might want to add to your morning routine. Everyone's morning routine will be different, so the suggestions on this list are meant to be a starting point and happen to be my morning routine. Experiment with what works for you, and remember the key is consistency. 1. Put off checking your phone.  This is a hard one because we all seem to be addicted to our cell phones or tablets. Plus the information we see first thing in the morning can cause stress. Why not delay this action a bit? It's better to maintain a general lev

Everyone uses toothpaste of some kind (at least I hope so) and most people have a preference. I thought, what would it hurt to try the Dollar Tree brand of sensitive toothpaste and if it worked I would save a few dollars a month on toothpaste.  I bought the Sensitive Extreme (SE) from the Dollar Tree and the Sensodyne Pronamel Repair (SPR) from Walmart. Here are my thoughts: Consistency : the SE toothpaste was a little runny in consistency compared to SPR. Taste : the SE tasted funky and not like a toothpaste should taste. The SPR has a pleasant minty taste. Whitens : I’m not so sure SE whitens like it states, I only used it for a couple of weeks. And did not notice a difference. I believe SPR keeps my teeth a bit whiter than if I use a toothpaste without whitener. Sensitivity : My sensitivity to cold came back in a day or two after using SE where as the SPR helps with the sensitivity issue. Price : Obviously the SE toothpaste is $1 and the SPR runs around $6.  Is it worth spen

Do you have white/silver hair like us three sisters? I've been using Jhirmack Silver Brightening Ageless Shampoo for sometime now and would highly recommend it for your white, silver or gray hair. This color-safe formula boosts texture & softness while helping to neutralize unwanted yellow hues and reduce brassiness. Green Tea Extract and Folic Acid strengthen and condition, while CoQ10 protects from styling damage and environmental stressors to keep hair strong & healthy. Macadamia Nut Oil moisturizes rough, limp hair (improving elasticity) without leaving your scalp greasy.   The Jhirmack Silver Hair Care regimen is developed for all shades of silver, blonde and gray hair; from cleansing to conditioning. Our innovative & effective violet pigment in all formulas work to neutralize unwanted yellow and orange tones, aiding in the reduction of brassiness and helps to brighten silver/blonde hair. Here's my take on the shampoo: Smell:   It has a nice fruit scent. Loo

****UPDATED 6/15/24**** Picnic season is a favorite of our family. Whether it be a quick lunch in the park or a family gathering, it's always fun. You can have a picnic just about anywhere, at the beach, the park, in the back of your car with the trunk open, or in your very own backyard. We all can use some help on how to have a picnic go smoothly. Follow these helpful tips and enjoy the great outdoors! 1. Grab 'n Go -  Push the bottom of a  large chip bag upwards  inside itself to turn it instantly into the perfect snack bowl. 2. Easy Sippin’ -  Worry no more about losing your straw to the wind or into your drink. Instead, stick your straw securely through the cap of your soda or drink can. 3. Keep Your Blanket Dry -  Stick a shower curtain under your picnic blanket to ensure that no one has a damp seat from the grass! 4. Make Your Own Speakers -  Place your phone into a glass to stream music. The cup will amplify the music like a speaker! 5. Cupcake Liners Aren’t Just for Cup