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Category: Hacks

Useful Stuff: Poster Putty

May 2, 2020April 29, 2020 ~ James Kirkley ~ Leave a comment

So, a little different from what I usually post. But I have been getting my condo closer to where I want it to be as far as decorations and setup are concerned. At least until I decide to rearrange everything again to keep it fresh, I do that very frequently. But as part of that … Continue reading Useful Stuff: Poster Putty

Pizza Delivery LPT

April 8, 2020April 5, 2020 ~ Jim Kirkley ~ Leave a comment

As we are all probably having food delivered more these days, here is a good tip I got from the internet. First, order it un-sliced. Slicing causes it to weep moisture down from the topping to the crust and makes it soggy. If you have a pizza stone, pop it in the oven after you … Continue reading Pizza Delivery LPT

Cake Hacks from State Champion Baker

February 6, 2020February 4, 2020 ~ Laura Kirkley ~ Leave a comment

Tried all of these and they really do improve the quality a box cake. Use melted unsalted butter instead of vegetable oil Add an extra egg Use milk instead of water Add a little almond extract to vanilla cake Add coffee to chocolate cake

Travel Hacks: Bring Protein

April 7, 2019April 5, 2019 ~ Laura Kirkley ~ Leave a comment

OK, so we agree air travel simply isn't what it used to be. Sorry if I'm showing my age but when I was traveling for corporate America I traveled a lot, and fortunately my employer always flew me Business Class. Didn't matter if I flew early morning or late at night, it was always full … Continue reading Travel Hacks: Bring Protein

A Trip to AT&T

March 14, 2019 ~ Laura Kirkley ~ Leave a comment

I know most of you are cringing and are waiting for some horrific story. But nah, nah, nah. Sorry to deny you. This happened today. Learnings: occasionally (best during lunch because they are less busy) drop in to a store to check with your mobile phone provider.  You might be able to get a better … Continue reading A Trip to AT&T

Deviled Eggs in a bag

August 11, 2018 ~ Laura Kirkley ~ Leave a comment

Easy Peasy!

Moving From CA to OR

July 5, 2018 ~ Laura Kirkley ~ 3 Comments

Still waiting for our furniture to arrive

Hiker’s Hack

July 3, 2018July 1, 2018 ~ Laura Kirkley ~ Leave a comment

Remove tree sap life hack

Vacation Planning

April 15, 2018April 12, 2018 ~ Laura Kirkley ~ Leave a comment

So, do your research and follow the advice you are given.

The Best Sous Vide Machine

April 5, 2018April 2, 2018 ~ Jim Kirkley ~ Leave a comment

One tool I have in the kitchen that even Laura agrees is useful and likes is my sous vide machine.

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