Re: [BlindHandyMan] I'm a pack-rat!

2006-08-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I always advise pack rats, like myself, to go to the Flylady web site. www.flylady.net Jennifer - Original Message - From: Barry Levine [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, August 06, 2006 12:47 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] I'm a pack-rat! Hi Folks,

Re: [BlindHandyMan] I'm a pack-rat!

2006-08-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
If you have a Freecycle group in your area, you can post on Freecycle and someone will came and take the stuff away. I have given away several items out of my garage, and received several items I needed this way. You can do a search on Freecycle to find out more. It is set up as a yahoo

Re: [BlindHandyMan] How to Make a Compost Bin from a Garbage Can

2006-08-16 Thread Jennifer Jackson
So has anyone here had experience here with a worm bin? They can be done in much smaller spaces apparently. Even in an apartment I have been told. I have found commercially available ones for over $100, but I keep hearing reference to making ones own for cheap. Any thoughts? I think my

Re: [BlindHandyMan] worm bin

2006-08-16 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Ok, so nobody will act like I am too crazy when I ask for worm bedding and food at Wal-mart? Which department? At least if I start in the right department it will cut down on the weird looks. Jen - Original Message - From: jim [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com

Re: [BlindHandyMan] An Interesting Story on Worm Farming

2006-08-16 Thread Jennifer Jackson
RFB has a couple of books on the topic. They are related books, and really seem to be intended for the classroom. The titles are something like Worms Eat My Garbage or maybe Worms Eat Our Garbage. Sorry I do not recall specifically. Perhaps I will let my older son do this as a holiday or

[BlindHandyMan] house flies

2006-09-08 Thread Jennifer Jackson
So what do you all do to get rid of house flies? They are nasty and my kids are not really focused enough to turn them loose with swatters. *smile* They would be far more likely to hit me or each other than to ever kill a fly. Seriously though, they, the flies not my kids, are a real

Re: [BlindHandyMan] unwanted animals

2006-09-26 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Put a little vinegar with the water in the water gun and it will work even better. Cats do not like the smell. Jennifer and - Original Message - From: clifford [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, September 25, 2006 9:27 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan]

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Neighbor's Pets

2006-09-26 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I knew a little girl once who was blind from being hit in the eye with a bee bee gun. Do you think her brother thought it wouldn't hurt when he aimed it at her? Just a thought? Jennifer JSJ - Original Message - From: Jeff Kisecker [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] unwanted animals

2006-09-26 Thread Jennifer Jackson
@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2006 8:07 AM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] unwanted animals I thought it was the smell of citrus that cats don't like. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jennifer Jackson Sent: Tuesday

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Neighbor's Pets

2006-09-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
ken, Thanks for posting this information. I didn't know this about moth balls, and a friend just told me she was going to put them out for a problem a couple of days ago. She has a two year old, and I am certain she will want to know this. I forwarded your message to her. Thank you again.

[BlindHandyMan] : Hamilton Beach Talking Microwave

2006-10-09 Thread Jennifer Jackson
- Original Message - From: Barr, Les [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, October 08, 2006 8:08 PM Subject: [oklahoma-l] Fw: [rsva-l] Hamilton Beach Talking Microwave - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; blind students of

Re: [BlindHandyMan] leaf blowers

2006-10-24 Thread Jennifer Jackson
So, um, not to be to personal, but how much labor do you need to be saving? Does your doctor say you need to slow down and not lose any more weight or what? Jennifer - Original Message - From: David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, October 24,

[BlindHandyMan] labor saving comment

2006-10-28 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I should clarify that my labor saving comments about the leaf blowers were not really targeted at someone. It was really more a comment on how our society spends so much time and effort to create labor saving devices that help pollute our environment, while we are all getting more over weight

[BlindHandyMan] car window question

2006-10-31 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Ok folks, here is a question that really shows my redneck roots. *smile* My son broke the window out of the back of our Suburban. It is not in the budget to repair it right now, so we have some heavy plastic taped in the window. It seems to be working just fine. We so often have the back of

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re: Yesterday: a very good news day!

2006-11-01 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I refuse to think of myself as one of the guys. *smile* I am a woman no matter what sweaty traditionally masculine task I am doing. My grandmothers brought me up to fix it myself when I could, and if a man did fix it for me to thank him nicely. Seems fare enough to me. I don't want to

Re: [BlindHandyMan] freezing my ta ta's off

2006-11-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Where are you again? I am in Oklahoma and our weather is about the same. Though more snow is claimed. My crazy kids keep going out in it to play. Everything is covered in sheets of ice, but I guess if you can not get real snow. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Carla Jo [EMAIL

Re: [BlindHandyMan] A Brain Teaser for you All

2006-12-12 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Victor, There are paint mixtures that produce a non-skid surface. What about repainting with something like that? Jennifer - Original Message - From: Victor Gouveia To: Blind Handyman Listserv Sent: Wednesday, December 13, 2006 12:22 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] A Brain

[BlindHandyMan] spray paint

2006-12-20 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I just had my son spray paint some ornaments for me. About how long should I wait for them to be dry enough to handle? Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] To listen to the show archives go to link http://acbradio.org/handyman.html or

Re: [BlindHandyMan] How to Build a Coffin

2006-12-21 Thread Jennifer Jackson
This last year my neighbor actually did build a coffin for someone. His close friends brother had died and the family could not afford a coffin. Dave made one for them for free. he is a really great guy. Jennifer - Original Message - From: David Ferrin To:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] speaking multimeters and measures.

2006-12-29 Thread Jennifer Jackson
So, is there something wrong with that? Jen - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, December 29, 2006 3:12 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] speaking multimeters and measures. I used to have a wonderful girlfriend who

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Head cleaning.

2007-01-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I do the same with a cotton swab, but I use alcohol on it. I also like to use the swab on the little crevices of the outside of the machine at the same time. It is amazing how dirty they get. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Ralph Supernaw To:

[BlindHandyMan] fixing up wooden bunk beds

2007-02-19 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, I just picked up a set of bunk beds on Freecycle for my sons, and they need some work. I need you guys to tell me how to go about this. They are solid wood, but someone partially painted them in this metallic turquoise color. So do I use a paint stripper of some kind or should I

[BlindHandyMan] cell phones and other tech stuff

2007-02-22 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I know this is off topic, but we have had similar posts about this in the past. I have just decided to get a cell phone and am having no luck finding out what I need to know about the actual phones and accessibility. Does anyone have a good resource for this and other technical info? If not,

[BlindHandyMan] cars and towing

2007-02-26 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, I am having a car dilemma that I sure hope you guys can help me out with. My family currently has a Suburban, but it is time for something newer. We do a lot of camping and other activities for which we fill up the interior space and add a car top carrier. The gas mileage for

Re: [BlindHandyMan] cars and towing

2007-02-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
vehicles every couple of years? Regards Larry Stansifer -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jennifer Jackson Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 10:16 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: [BlindHandyMan

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Car delemma

2007-02-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
have you been talking to my husband? *smile* He would be ecstatic about a bus. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Robert J. Moore To: Blind Handyman Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2007 12:01 AM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Car delemma Jenefer How about finding a retired

Re: [BlindHandyMan] cars and towing

2007-02-27 Thread Jennifer Jackson
is out there, if you like.I am always looking at vehicle listings any way. -Original Message- From: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Jennifer Jackson Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 11:16 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re:Car delemma

2007-02-28 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Jan, I think the RV's are interesting too, but that is not the kind of camping we do. We do medieval reenactment and take a lot of stuff. For a big week long event, we take a large canvas tent that will hold our family of five our food, elaborate clothing, furniture, armor, a 20 x 10

Re: [BlindHandyMan] planting grass?

2007-03-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I think you should consider having a soil test done. Some county extension offices will do them for free, but I am taking mine in and having it done for $10. You can also buy soil testing kits pretty easily to do it yourself. This will let you know just what your soil needs rather than a

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Help!

2007-03-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I do not know the details, but there are compressed air cans for plumbing. You have to cover the overflow valve, and then blow it out. As I do not have one of those, I would try removing the trap and the shop vac method. I have all of those tools. Jennifer [Non-text portions of this

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Keeping Grass Off A Fence

2007-03-09 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Um, Bill, you may want to give this round up idea some real thought. it could be dangerous for your dog. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 1:30 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan]

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Keeping Grass Off A Fence

2007-03-09 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Vinegar will work too. In fact, I need to do one of these things, the boiling water or vinegar, to my sidewalk cracks. Jennifer - Original Message - From: rj To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, March 09, 2007 2:19 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Keeping Grass

Re: [BlindHandyMan] fence grass

2007-03-13 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Ya, that whole destroying the ground water thing. Some people are so picky. Jennifer - Original Message - From: mardal dugal To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2007 9:28 AM Subject: RE: [BlindHandyMan] fence grass it is felony i do know that

Re: [BlindHandyMan] a different lawn question

2007-03-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Your local extension office will be able to help you out with this too. We bought grass seed that was developed for our area at a local gardening center. They also sell grass seed at Wall-mart. The benefit to the gardening center was that we could buy it in the amount we wanted instead of

Re: [BlindHandyMan] fence grass

2007-03-22 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Miracle Grow says that about their fertilizer too. However, they have just started this ad thing where they remind everyone to sweep spilled fertilizer off the sidewalk and driveways so it does not contaminate the ground water.- Original Message - Jennifer From: Dan H. To:

[BlindHandyMan] water pumps

2007-04-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, I am having a noise pollution problem with a couple of pumps. one is on my aquarium and the other on a little table top fountain I picked up second hand. I am hoping to find a way of quieting the noise from both of these pumps. I have had it suggested that I wrap the external part

Re: [BlindHandyMan] water pumps

2007-04-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
This is great Dale. I will give the rubber matt idea a go. I am sure I can find an old mouse pad or something around here. The aquarium pump does get very warm, and I too was concerned about that hazard. I think I will just get a fountain pump and work from their on the design of my

Re: [BlindHandyMan] water pumps

2007-04-04 Thread Jennifer Jackson
, Jennifer Jackson wrote: This is great Dale. I will give the rubber matt idea a go. I am sure I can find an old mouse pad or something around here. The aquarium pump does get very warm, and I too was concerned about that hazard. I think I will just get a fountain pump and work from

[BlindHandyMan] flood zones

2007-04-05 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, I am interested in this house, but it is in a flood zone. What does that mean exactly? Ok, given that means the ground is lower and prone to flood, but what does it mean to me as a home owner in a legal since? Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] To

Re: [BlindHandyMan] flood zones

2007-04-05 Thread Jennifer Jackson
This is Oklahoma; we do not have basements. Not usually anyway. This house has a beam foundation as opposed to the more usual slab foundations. Does that make a difference? For those who maybe are not aware, we do not build basements because of the ground shifting. Apparently it is really

Re: [BlindHandyMan] gray water

2007-04-24 Thread Jennifer Jackson
What about some rain barrels with hose attachments. Then you can hook up the hose and water when needed. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Rob Monitor To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2007 1:33 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] gray water Hi,

[BlindHandyMan] care of central air unit

2007-05-03 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, I have been meaning to post about this for a while now, but my children have made it a priority. I will let you guess how. *smile* So, how do I care for my central air unit? the outside part. We have these trees in my neighborhood that produce this fuzz stuff that flies around and

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Lubrication Question

2007-05-09 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Avoid the graphite. It stains terribly. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Brice Mijares To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, May 09, 2007 5:30 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Lubrication Question How about some powdered graphite. - Original Message

Re: [BlindHandyMan] spring clean up and preparedness

2007-05-12 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I do not have a pool, but I heard a tip for setting one up. Borrow as many water hoses as possible from neighbors and hook them together. Then you let them absorb some heat from the sun and run the water through them to fill the pool. Your water temp will start out much higher. So do you

[BlindHandyMan] outdoor water faucet

2007-05-12 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Ok, guys, it is my kids again. They will not keep their grubby little hands off of the water faucet outside. As the few peaceful minutes I have everyday usually involve them being in the backyard without me, I need a suggestion. Is there some kind of lock or something I can put on it? I

Re: [BlindHandyMan] outdoor water faucet

2007-05-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Edward, Thanks for the unsolicited parenting advice. How many kids do you have again? I am really sorry your father abused you. I am never quite sure which thing to say when someone's says something like this. Ok, actually I do not think spanking is automatically abuse, but I do wonder

Re: [BlindHandyMan] outdoor water faucet

2007-05-15 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Where are your facts on the parenting of the school shooters coming from? I know you are wrong about the knives and guns in schools. Unless of course those gun racks they were toting around in their trucks, especially in deer season, do not count. By the way, the kid in my neighborhood who

Re: [BlindHandyMan] outdoor water faucet

2007-05-16 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I am not saying that there are not knives and guns in schools now. it is a problem. However, plenty of people were bringing them to school long before the eighties. Now as to the kind of parenting the school shooters have had, I was asking you an actual question. Where is your research

Re: [BlindHandyMan] outdoor water faucet

2007-05-16 Thread Jennifer Jackson
. Please forgive me for my part in continuing this. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, May 16, 2007 3:21 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] outdoor water faucet I am not saying that there are not knives

Re: [BlindHandyMan] are there no plumbers in the group?

2007-05-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I can't find any kind of turn off valve for this. Though your post has made me think to look at the back of a somewhat over packed closet. I really need to get it uncovered anyway as the hotwater heater is in it. It is also the downstairs coat closet that extends back under the stairs, and I

Re: [BlindHandyMan] new washers

2007-05-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Another nice feature of the front loaders is you can wash your comforters and pillows at home without getting them to the laundry mat. I was the sounding board for a friend when she was buying a front loading set last year. BTW, she is very pleased with hers. A tip is to price the stands at

Re: [BlindHandyMan] new washers

2007-05-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I love to put my things out on a line. Though it is not any cheaper to have a clothes line than a dryer with the prices they want for them. I have lived places where there was a close line though and I took full advantage of it. How hard are they to install yourself. I jus priced the t poles

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re: Furniture style description [was]: Antique Furniture Defined.

2007-05-18 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I am very interested. I often know what I like, but am at a loss as to describe it. I made myself turn the cable off and put an end to my Home and Garden addiction, but I know what you mean about wishing to understand the furniture references better. Jennifer - Original Message -

Re: [BlindHandyMan] gas? hell yes I got gas

2007-05-25 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Another thing to do is compare the gas usage coming from the main pipe into the house. My mother-in-law kept having these huge utility bills and telling us that the utilities in her town were just very high. There was a faint gas smell that I was the only one who seemed to notice. I had the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] going underground

2007-05-26 Thread Jennifer Jackson
A guy did that with a water tower. There is a show on the Home and Garden channel that is all about interesting places people have built homes, and they had a segment on it. It sounded like it had turned out very nice. My husband has a dream of buying a missile silo and living in it. I keep

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Opening the pool

2007-05-29 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey, if the scientists at nASA can't get that stuff right, what can you expect from us? Seriously though, what goes into opening a pool? I have a friend with a pool who invites us over often. We always clean up afterwards, and bring our own towels to help keep down her work, but what else

Re: [BlindHandyMan] How To Free Up Space in the Kitchen

2007-06-01 Thread Jennifer Jackson
You know, I looked at a house once that had an island on wheels. It was a tiny kitchen and the island really added to the usable cabinet space. I am certain you could buy an island, put it on wheels if you wanted, and then just cut the cabinet tops so that it would go right up against the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] How Is a Revolver Made

2007-06-05 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Um, Lee, are you still having trouble with those free loaders at your pool? The sawed off thing seems a little extreme. think of the damage you could do to your lovely home. A good spray from a shot gun seems more the thing. Though I have wondered how many blind persons, as compared to the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Targets

2007-06-08 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I do not know about you gentlemen, but one of my favorite methods for archery was always to find some really hot young man and have him show me about archery. I never could decide if that or the SCA combat archery was more fun. The SCA is a group that recreates the ideals of the middle ages,

[BlindHandyMan] flooring question

2007-06-09 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, I have been preauthorized for a home loan and have started the hunt. So if all goes well, I will be buying a house shortly. I am sure hoping you guys will have some help for me on a flooring question. I really like hard wood floors. Not just the look, but the sound and feel of

Re: [BlindHandyMan] flooring question

2007-06-09 Thread Jennifer Jackson
not know if this has anything to do with my blindness, as this is the kind of look that appealed to me as a sighted person too. Though then the area carpet was more for aesthetics. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent

Re: [BlindHandyMan] i want a vent, ded burnit

2007-06-10 Thread Jennifer Jackson
If everyone followed this theory about not cutting holes in the walls of buildings, the window and blind people will go out of business. Though, I live in a rental now that does not vent. It pulls stuff up through the vent and back out into the room. Perhaps it is supposed to filter it in

Re: [BlindHandyMan] cock roaches cock roaches and more cock roaches

2007-06-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I should have thought to say that about the walls when I posted about the Roach Proof. You can get it into the walls by removing the plates from switches and outlets and pouring it down there too. You could be really spiffy and multi tasking by checking your insulation under those plates at

Re: [BlindHandyMan] house questions

2007-07-01 Thread Jennifer Jackson
We are lucky in this respect about our realtor as we are using a friend of the family. They, a married couple, have actually been very critical and quick to point out the flaws in the homes we have looked over. None the less, we will be having the inspector and a friend of ours who works in

[BlindHandyMan] swimming pools

2007-07-02 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey everybody, you guys have been lots of help with my housing questions. I really appreciate it. My newest question is about pools. I am not interested in a house with a pool now as my kids are so little. Perhaps if I just had one and could swim with him to supervise, but with three there

[BlindHandyMan] mosquitoes

2007-07-04 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Ok, I have found a house that might work. it is not the best location, nor the best house, but it is a good compromise between the two. We are still looking around though. The think I noticed is that the yard, especially in the back, is swarming with mosquitoes and other bugs. There is a

[BlindHandyMan] painting over brick

2007-07-05 Thread Jennifer Jackson
So, why do people paint over brick? Isn't one of the good things about brick that you do not have to paint it? I don't mean inside like on fireplace bricks, that I can understand for the purposes of decorating even if I would not do it myself. Has anyone here ever done this? Is there a

Re: [BlindHandyMan] A couple comments

2007-07-05 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Mike, Thanks for your thoughts on this. As it happens, I agree with you. Unfortunately, our baby is going to be having a cochlear implant put in very soon. Once that is turned on he will need to see his audiologist and speech therapist a couple of times a week or more for several weeks.

Re: [BlindHandyMan] A couple comments

2007-07-08 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I know, but not as expensive as paying someone to drive my baby and I back and forth several times a week for his therapy and doctor appointments. My husband can not take off work to drive us to all of these. Our baby is having cochlear implants next month and will have a lot of medical

[BlindHandyMan] thermastat

2007-08-06 Thread Jennifer Jackson
So how hard is it to install a new thermostat? Not anything fancy, just the basic model. The one in my hallway was just knocked off for what appears to be the final time. The case is broken and there are wires loose. We are still getting air, but I am not sure it has any temperature set to

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Painting Question

2007-08-23 Thread Jennifer Jackson
What about just setting the whole thing in the fridge until you are ready to start again? I know lots of people who set the roller or brush into a plastic bag and stick it in the freezer or fridge until they are ready to start again? Jennifer - Original Message - From: NLG

[BlindHandyMan] cutting guide

2007-08-23 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Ok guys, this is a little off center for a handy man question, but I think you guys may have a great idea for me. This is related to sewing, but I think it may come up in other projects too. I use what is called a rolling cutter to cut fabric. It is similar to a pizza cutter, but is smaller

Re: [BlindHandyMan] sewer problem

2007-08-25 Thread Jennifer Jackson
We have the same problem in the rental we are in. It is the pipes. They claim roots and put some kind of horrible nasty chemical down the drains. You may need to dig up whatever tree is causing the problem. In addition to the environmental issues of the nasty chemicals, you do not want to

[BlindHandyMan] pounds to dollars

2007-08-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I am trying to order something on line. Can someone please tell me the approximate conversion rate from pounds to dollars. 100 pounds to be precise. I do not want to get my hopes up to much about the prices. Also, what kind of shipping am I looking at across the pond and all? Jennifer

[BlindHandyMan] home inspections

2007-08-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
So here I am still waiting to know about my house. My closing date was extended to September seventh. Our first loan fell through, I am still gagging over a 13% interest rate, and we are now approved for a realistic loan from a different company. I still can't believe that woman thought we

Re: [BlindHandyMan] pounds to dollars

2007-08-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] pounds to dollars Exchange rate between the US Dollar (USD) and Pound (GBP) Source: FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF NEW YORK , 29-Aug-2007 £1 = US $ 2.0182 http://www.dollars2pounds.com/ - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [BlindHandyMan] clear ice

2007-09-17 Thread Jennifer Jackson
So how do places like Sonic get the crushed ice stuff they use. It is in little cubes, but they are soft. this ice is what we call good ice at my house. I craved it big time when I was pregnant the first time and this is apparently fairly normal as maternity wards in hospitals often have

Re: [BlindHandyMan] We got the house!

2007-09-18 Thread Jennifer Jackson
: Re: [BlindHandyMan] We got the house! congrats! Many Happy days and memory making to you. What was your mortgage rate? The market must have made it a scarey ride. On Sun, 16 Sep 2007, Jennifer Jackson wrote: We closed on our house on Friday! We are very excited and incredibly

[BlindHandyMan] removing carpet

2007-09-18 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, We have carpet that has been layer on the concrete. How do I get up, the carpet tack strips that they use to hold the carpet? I do not want to damage the concrete as the plan is to stain it and use it as the flooring for a few years. Jennifer [Non-text portions of this message

Re: [BlindHandyMan] AC problem.

2007-09-20 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Interesting, I do not have an answer for you, but my ac did this same thing over the summer. I thought it had to do with it being a new unit, and am a little concerned that it may be a wiring problem. The guy who the owner hired to do the work did not seem very reliable. Jennifer

[BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line problem.

2008-04-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey Guys, Please do not take this badly, :) but I am back because of a desperate problem that I know you all can help me with. Even if that help is have a drink and call the plumber. :) I noticed some new names in the digest, so I will take just a moment to introduce myself and then get

Re: [BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line problem.

2008-04-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
direction change. This of course depends on if there is a lateral main and other houses are tied in also. You might try probing with a steel rod in the bottom of your hole to see if you can find a pipe. Ron - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com

Re: [BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line problem.

2008-04-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
: Jennifer Jackson To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 13:52 Subject: [BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line problem. Hey Guys, Please do not take this badly, :) but I am back because of a desperate problem that I know you all can help me with. Even

Re: [BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line problem.

2008-04-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
These are some really good suggestions Victor. This may jut have to be the way we go. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Victor Gouveia To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 2:57 PM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line

Re: [BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line problem.

2008-04-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
not the spot where the line is located. - Original Message - From: Jennifer Jackson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 1:52 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line problem. Hey Guys, Please do not take this badly

Re: [BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line problem.

2008-04-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jennifer Jackson Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 7:56 PM To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] I am back and have a sewer line problem. the main city sewer line runs parallel to the back of our house and the kitchen sink

Re: [BlindHandyMan] dish washer not cleaning

2008-04-30 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I think you made the right decision here on ordering a new one. Life is to short to hand wash dishes when you do not have too. :) Jennifer - Original Message - From: lenny McHugh [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 6:39 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] how to fix holes in sheetrock?

2008-05-07 Thread Jennifer Jackson
If you know someone who does construction or a good dumpster diver, you can get pieces of sheet rock and cut the shape of your whole and your sheet rock fill in piece to match. Then you tape it and spackle over it. This is what we did in our last place. You can probably also get some sheet

[BlindHandyMan] microwave fixable?

2008-05-12 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I have one of these expensive Hamilton Beach talking microwaves and it is not working. Sadly, it was run with something metal in it and now does not heat up. It still makes all the right noises like it is going to run, but no heat. It is a little expensive and bulky to keep around as a

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re: microwave fixable?

2008-05-12 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Where do I find the safety fuse? Thanks so much for everyone's reply to this. Jennifer - Original Message - From: chiliblindman To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, May 12, 2008 5:37 PM Subject: [BlindHandyMan] Re: microwave fixable? Jennifer, have someone

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re: microwave fixable?

2008-05-13 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hmm, well the timer and everything still work. It all acts like it is working, just no heat. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Trouble To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 1:21 AM Subject: Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re: microwave fixable? If its the

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Robotic vacuums

2008-05-13 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Now is it just the original set up that needs sighted assistance? After that do you just charge it up and let the little guy run? Will one set up do both carpet and hard surfaces? What about moving it from upstairs to down? Jennifer - Original Message - From: Jeff Balek

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Robotic vacuums

2008-05-13 Thread Jennifer Jackson
and hard floors. The best part is that it goes under the couch! Shawn --==--==-- Shawn McMurdo See my Low Vision Guide at http://lowvisionguide.org - Original Message From: Jennifer Jackson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: blindhandyman@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 2

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Re: new thread, kerby

2008-05-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
I have heard from a couple of Dyson users that they really like it because they can vacuum up socks and the like without damaging the machine. I really like this idea as my kids and spouse love to leave things out that my feet miss but my vacuum catches. My current answer is to use a $50

Re: [BlindHandyMan] does anybody know if there is a foot petal for sinks?

2008-05-14 Thread Jennifer Jackson
They have set ups like this in many medical offices. I even ran across one in a restaurant bathroom once. I agree that it is a great idea and hope to have one when my kids are a little more past the experimental stage. :) My two y/o has been reminding me why they call it the terrible twos

[BlindHandyMan] broken window

2008-05-21 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Hey guys, The window beside my front door has a really bad crack in it. Is this something we can replace ourselves and if so what do I need to know? If I need to have someone come and do it, what is such a person called? Also, anyone know a good psychic I can call to find out how this window

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Alcohol as fuel

2008-06-07 Thread Jennifer Jackson
We also need to consider what using grain alcohol as fuel is going to continue to do to the cost of food. That is a somewhat hidden cost that should be associated with this change to grain based fuels. Jennifer - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh To:

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Odors in hardwood floors

2008-06-11 Thread Jennifer Jackson
There is a product called urine Gone that apparently comes with a black light for detecting the urine. You may find that it has sprayed up on your base boards a little and needs to be cleaned there too. As others have already said, I recommend getting something with an enzyme base and you

Re: [BlindHandyMan] Kitchen Flooring?

2008-06-13 Thread Jennifer Jackson
Look into the new cork flooring options. They are supposed to be really good for your feet and legs as well as good choices for kitchens. They are also warmer both in appearance and on the bare feet than tile. I have also heard that they are better for not breaking dishes and the like than

Re: [BlindHandyMan] wine bucket

2008-06-15 Thread Jennifer Jackson
What about looking around for some kind of small plastic, or better Styrofoam, bucket or cup to slip inside? Something like the ones you get for ice in hotels? As the plastic ones are mass produced, you should be able to get some cheap. Check with a local hotel or a restaurant supply for a

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