"The lesson [Henry David Thoreau] had taught himself, and which he tried to teach others, was summed up in the one word 'Simplify.' That meant simplify the outward circumstances of your life, simplify your needs and your ambitions; learn to delight in the simple pleasures which the world of Nature affords. It meant also, scorn public opinion, refuse to accept the common definitions of success, refuse to be moved by the judgment of others. And unlike most who advocate such attitudes, he put them into practice." (Walden and Other Writings by Henry David Thoreau--Edited and with an Introduction by Joseph Wood Krutch, Bantam Books, 1962, P. 1)

Saturday, September 6, 2008

Baking Soda Conquers Waterspots on Chrome


spilled Baking Soda
Originally uploaded by 19melissa68

I wish I could give credit to the originator of this tip, but I don't remember when and where I heard it. Today I gave it a try and I was amazed. This mixture, applied and scrubbed with my finger (!) removed several years build up of water stain--you know, that crusty white deposit--from our chrome bathtub fixtures. Here is the simple, simple recipe:

Mix a little baking soda with a little dish washing soap to make a paste.

Apply to chrome with finger.

Wipe off with a cloth.

Baking soda is so cool!

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Emily A. said...

Im gonna try that! I've been using white vinegar and baking soda to make our towels stop stinking like mildew and it works. You just mix the two with water, let it sit overnight...and soak...and then wash like normal. Wallaaa!

September 9, 2008 at 1:02 AM

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