Questions for Reena

Dear Reena, I have taken on a new hobby — growing popcorn in my garden! What is the best way to store popcorn so that it stays fresh? — Biannce Hi Biannce, Popcorn is a great treat year round. One of the advantages of growing it in your garden is that you can sample some


Questions for Reena

Dear Reena, I have a beautifully embroidered tablecloth. It has a wide border of tiny cross-stitch and handmade lace edging that my mother made for me. It took her many years to make this. It has a real ink stain on it. Because it has been there for many years I really don’t know how

Questions for Reena

Hey Reena, My son is doing a science fair project on “How permanent are permanent markers.” We are experimenting on various surfaces — linoleum, paint, wood and carpet. We want to include some green alternatives for removal. Do you have any suggestions? Please note — if it doesn’t remove from all the surfaces that is


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DearReena, Iregularlypurchaseasparagus,however,Ioftenleaveittoolongbeforecookingit.DoyouhaveanyadviceforrevivinglimpasparagussothatIdon tendupwastinganymoremoney? Debart Hello Debart, Reviving asparagus is exactly the same as reviving limp celery. Place veggies in a tall pot with ice water in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. DearReena, Withmyoccupation,Iamconstantlythevictimofwoodsplinters.DoyouhaveanysuggestionsastohowIcanremovesplinterswithoutpassingout? Mark No problem Mark, For minor splinters apply antibiotic cream with painkiller onto the area. Cover with a bandage and leave. Continue