Apr 15, 2010

Helpful Hint: The Well Stocked Tool Box

The Well Stocked, Frugal Tool box


The well stocked tool box should only have two items in it—WD 40 and DUCT TAPE.

TOOL BOX ITEM #1
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If something moves and shouldn’t, use the DUCT TAPE.
Some brands are labeled DUCK TAPE. My theory is that these were named by someone who needed to change the battery in his hearing aid.
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HELPFUL HINT:
Not fond of the shiny grey DUCT TAPE color? DUCT TAPE now comes in assorted colors which you can coordinate with your fix up.




TOOL BOX ITEM #2
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If something should move and doesn’t, use WD 40.
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HELPFUL HINT :
Be sure to buy the can of WD 40 with the permanently attached smart straw.

Some cans come with a stray stuck to the side of the can with DUCT TAPE and you have to hope you never lose that straw. Or that you don’t blast your face with WD 40 while trying to wedge the little stray into the aerosol button.
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ONE WORD OF CAUTION:

WD 40 is being sold in a pen size.
This would be easy to tuck in your purse for any sticky emergencies while away from home and your regular, well-stocked tool box.
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BE VERY CAREFUL not to grab your WD 40 pen when you meant to grab your TIDE TO GO spot remover pen. Accidental use of WD 40 to remove a stain will result in a huge problem.


But that’s the subject of another day: CREATIVE WAYS TO CAMOUFLAGE SPOTS ON YOUR CLOTHES.
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....and one more thing......
uh, I'll get back to you when I remember it.
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The Cheap Senior Citizen is a Guest Writer who occasionally shares helpful hints she has learned through her experience.

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