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FReeper Canteen ~ Hints & Tips Thursday ~ 2 August 2007
August 1, 2007 | Entertaining the Troops Committee

Posted on 08/01/2007 6:00:30 PM PDT by beachn4fun

FR CANTEEN MISSION STATEMENT

Showing support and boosting the morale of our military and our allied military and the family members of the above. Honoring those who have served before.

HINT & TIPS

Welcome to another installment of the FReeper Canteen Hints & Tips. Hopefully, you’ll find something here that you’ve never heard before. If you have tried one of these hints, please share your thoughts on it.

Tonight, we’ll do some general household hints.

*** Metal cookie cutters double up nicely as unique napkin holders for special dinners. If you want, spray paint them to match the decor.

*** Remove adhesive from stickers on glass by rubbing vegetable oil with a soft cloth or paper towel, then wash.

*** Pan size is measured from the top, not the bottom.

*** Put used steel wool scrubbing pads in a plastic bag and store in the freezer to help prevent rust.

*** Trouble putting the lid on a plastic container? Run the lid under hot water for 20-30 seconds and it will close easily.

*** Glass tabletops will sparkle if you rub gently with lemon juice or with vinegar, then dry with paper towels and polished with newspapers.

(All hints found on websites. Management makes no claims to the effectiveness of any hints)

Join us again next week for more hints.



TOPICS: Culture/Society; Extended News; Free Republic
KEYWORDS: canteen; entertainment; frcanteen; freepercanteen; fun; support; troops
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To: SandRat
Lint from your navel makes an excellent fire starter. Be sure to remove the lint before setting a match to it.

Oh Sandy! I can't even think about this one! LOLOL

141 posted on 08/01/2007 7:57:51 PM PDT by AZamericonnie
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To: beachn4fun
Aloha Beachy!

Do cooking prep tips count....?

Mincing garlic is tedious since it sticks to the knife blade.
Solution; Mash the garlic cloves and peel, sprinkle with salt and mince. No stick minced garlic!
142 posted on 08/01/2007 7:57:58 PM PDT by BIGLOOK (Keelhauling is a sensible solution to mutiny.)
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To: StarCMC; Bethbg79; EsmeraldaA; MoJo2001; Kathy in Alaska; Brad's Gramma; laurenmarlowe; ...

Martha Stewart’s redneck tips


GOING OUT:

1. Never take a beer to a job interview.

2. Always identify people in your yard before shooting at them.

3. It’s considered tacky to take a cooler to church.

4. If you have to vacuum the bed, it is time to change the sheets.

5. Even if you’re certain that you are included in the will, it is still considered tacky to drive a U-Haul to the funeral home.

DINING OUT:

1. When decanting wine, make sure that you tilt the paper cup, and pour slowly so as not to “bruise” the fruit of the vine.

2. If drinking directly from the bottle, always hold it with your fingers covering the label.

ENTERTAINING IN YOUR HOME:

1. A centerpiece for the table should never be anything prepared by a taxidermist.

2. Do not allow the dog to eat at the table ... no matter how good his manners are.

PERSONAL HYGIENE:

1. While ears need to be cleaned regularly, this is a job that should be done in private using one’s OWN truck keys.

2. Proper use of toiletries can forestall bathing for several days. However, if you live alone, deodorant is a waste of good money.

3. Dirt and grease under the fingernails is a social no-no, as they tend to detract from a woman’s jewelry and alter the taste of finger foods.

DATING: (Outside the Family)

1. Always offer to bait your date’s hook, especially on the first date.

2. Be aggressive. Let her know you’re interested: “I’ve been wanting to go out with you since I read that stuff on the bathroom wall two years ago.”

3. Establish, with her parents, what time she is expected back. Some will say 10:00 PM; others might say “Monday.” If the latter is the answer, it is the man’s responsibility to get her to school on time.

THEATER ETIQUETTE:

1. Crying babies should be taken to the lobby and picked up immediately after the movie has ended.

2. Refrain from talking to characters on the screen. Tests have proven they can’t hear you.

WEDDINGS:

1. Livestock, usually, is a poor choice for a wedding gift.

2. Kissing the bride for more than 5 seconds may get you shot.

3. For the groom, at least, rent a tux. A leisure suit with a cummerbund and a clean bowling shirt can create a tacky appearance.

4. Though uncomfortable, say “yes” to socks and shoes for this special occasion.

DRIVING ETIQUETTE

1. Dim your headlights for approaching vehicles, even if the gun is loaded, and the deer is in sight.

2. When approaching a four-way stop, the vehicle with the largest tires always has the right of way.

3. Never tow another car using panty hose and duct tape.

4. When sending your wife down the road with a gas can, it is impolite to ask her to bring back beer.

5. Do not lay rubber while traveling in a funeral procession


143 posted on 08/01/2007 7:59:44 PM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country. What else needs to be said?)
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To: spotbust1

Well....I know pain meds can do that. I hope you sleep well when it comes!


144 posted on 08/01/2007 7:59:53 PM PDT by AZamericonnie
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To: AZamericonnie
I did say Silly Hints.

Figured I’d throw some Yuk-Yuks and Guffaws in to the Canteen.

145 posted on 08/01/2007 8:01:36 PM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country. What else needs to be said?)
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To: GodBlessUSA

You too!

A neighbor gave Daisy Dog a new toy yesterday. All night I heard “squeaky squeaky”! LOL


146 posted on 08/01/2007 8:02:59 PM PDT by AZamericonnie
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To: SandRat

I appreciate “Yuk-Yuks and Guffaws”. Thanks for the giggles Sandy!


147 posted on 08/01/2007 8:05:41 PM PDT by AZamericonnie
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To: AZamericonnie

ROTFLOL! That is so funny. I know that sound too well also ;)


148 posted on 08/01/2007 8:06:05 PM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You!. Prayers said for our Heroes!)
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To: BIGLOOK

Good evening Bigs...that is a very good hint! I do that often.

Hope you & yours are well....*Hugs*


149 posted on 08/01/2007 8:08:59 PM PDT by AZamericonnie
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To: SandRat
Good evening Sandrat These are fun to read :)
If you have to vacuum the bed, it is time to change the sheets.
Eww LOL;)
150 posted on 08/01/2007 8:09:55 PM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You!. Prayers said for our Heroes!)
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To: SandRat


Theobroma Cacao

Technically it's a fruit with edible seeds. AKA Food of the Gods.


151 posted on 08/01/2007 8:10:08 PM PDT by BIGLOOK (Keelhauling is a sensible solution to mutiny.)
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To: beachn4fun; All
Good morning Troops, Veterans and Canteeners.

* * * * * * * * * * * *

Our Flag Flying Proudly One Nation Under God

* * * * * * * * * * * *

Lord, Please Bless Our Troops, They're fighting for our Freedom.

I pledge allegiance to the Flag
of the United States of America,
and to the Republic, for which it stands;
one nation UNDER GOD,
indivisible,
with liberty and justice for all.

Prayers going up.


152 posted on 08/01/2007 8:10:54 PM PDT by HopeandGlory (Hey, Liberals . . . PC died on 9/11 . . . GET USED TO IT!!!)
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To: GodBlessUSA

I think we checked into that Motel in Vegas once.


153 posted on 08/01/2007 8:12:05 PM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country. What else needs to be said?)
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To: Kathy in Alaska; tomkow6; All

Breaking news off interfax wire remeber I told you about Russia ship it has landed in Artic circle report Russia flag on it

Where polar bear and Looter guy welcome them

There another report guess this Dick Cheney old firm going help Saudis to help rebuild new Saudi embassy in Iraq that was destroy bY Saddam in 1980s Halibtron going do it LOL!

That freak out Libs I love it love it


154 posted on 08/01/2007 8:14:31 PM PDT by SevenofNine ("We are Freepers, all your media belong to us, resistence is futile")
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To: AZamericonnie
Aloha Connie!

I have a hard time thinking of tips to pass on. Most are already known and proved. But there's one tip I have that is effective.

Ask my son to do a chore.......while holding his favorite game or music CD above a running paper shredder. Works like a charm.
155 posted on 08/01/2007 8:20:21 PM PDT by BIGLOOK (Keelhauling is a sensible solution to mutiny.)
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To: SevenofNine

LOL!! Too true...the libs will have a fit.


156 posted on 08/01/2007 8:20:26 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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To: SevenofNine
Penn And Teller Get Hippies To Sign Water Banning Petition No bit the Goffy Penn!
157 posted on 08/01/2007 8:22:10 PM PDT by SandRat (Duty, Honor, Country. What else needs to be said?)
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To: txradioguy; GodBlessUSA; beachn4fun; LUV W; laurenmarlowe

Just watched AFN Korea News....as they signed off, the commercial was that Focus On The Force, on Monday at 11:00 am eastern time, they would “be exploring the new Africa Command”. Hmmmm....think your story might be on this program?


158 posted on 08/01/2007 8:24:27 PM PDT by Kathy in Alaska (~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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To: SandRat

:)


159 posted on 08/01/2007 8:24:59 PM PDT by GodBlessUSA (US Troops, Past, Present and Future, God Bless You and Thank You!. Prayers said for our Heroes!)
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To: Kathy in Alaska

Thanks, Kathy! I’ll watch for it!


160 posted on 08/01/2007 8:25:43 PM PDT by luvie (Thompson)
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