Now Here’s a Tip – December 26, 2023

#MiddleburyCT Before you use your grater to grate cheese, give it a quick shot of nonstick spray. It will keep the cheese from gunking up in the grater. If you need softened butter ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – December 19, 2023

#MiddleburyCT It might be hard to get or stay motivated for exercise once we’ve dipped into shortened days and lower temperatures. Exercise is so important to your health, so ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – December 12, 2023

#MiddleburyCT My personal holiday rule is simple: When in doubt, leave it out. There is so much to do, and we want to cover it all, but my best memories of holidays involve the people ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – December 6, 2023

#MiddleburyCT Zip-top bags are essential when our family packs for holiday visiting. We use gallon-size bags for the kids’ outfits – top, bottoms, underclothes, etc. – ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – November 28, 2023

#MiddleburyCT On internet memes, they call them “life hacks,” simple tricks to save you perhaps time, money or simply frustration. Here’s mine: Place a bowl near ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – November 14, 2023

#MiddleburyCT “OK, I’ll say it: I love tradition, but sometimes I want to mix it up for Thanksgiving dinner. I keep the main dishes the same as they always are, but I add ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – November 7, 2023

#MiddleburyCT “For that nagging toilet where the chain on the flush lever keeps getting stuck, here’s what I do: Trash that chain and use some curling ribbon. Tie it on ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – October 31, 2023

#MiddleburyCT Mail service is a wonderful thing. Order what you want on the internet and it’s in your mailbox or on your doorstep tomorrow. From efficiency to penny pinching, ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – October 24, 2023

#MiddleburyCT It’s (past) time to weatherize your home. Temperatures are dropping, and if you haven’t done it yet, don’t sweat it. We have a few ideas for you. Here ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – October 17, 2023

#MiddleburyCT “I like to keep a few needles threaded with black, white and neutral thread for quick repairs. I keep them on a ribbon in my kitchen. I stuck the needles into the ... Continue Reading →