Things That Make Life Easier

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  1. Beth Gallagher

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    We hired a lawn crew a few years ago. That made pesky lawn maintenance a lot easier!! :D
     
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  2. Beth Gallagher

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    Sounds good, Bob. I just use my iPad. :D
     
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    Rechargeable screwdriver and drill. No more electrical cords to mess with. Also have "ratchet" type closed-end wrenches. Much easier than taking the open-end wrench off of a bolt every time to loosen or tighten a bolt.

    The old Potato Peeler! No more wasting the potato peeling with a paring knife.
     
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    We've had those types of tools for a very long time @Cody Fousnaugh , they do indeed make life a little easier ..
     
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    Cordless tools are quite handy for sure. I've never cared much for a potato peeler, though. My preference is a good paring knife, or to just scrub potatoes and leave the skin on.
     
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    I wish someone would invent a self cleaning microwave.
     
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    That's what I do when I make my potatoes for breakfast. Just scrub and leave skin on.
     
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    I've always liked potato skins. When I make homemade french fries I like the crispy skin.
     
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    I buy the frozen kind you put in the oven. They are pre-peeled. :D
     
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    The skins from a baked potato are one of my faves.
     
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    Me too, Al. The skin's the best part. :D
     
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    skins with butter or sour cream
     
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    I like a little potato skin with my butter. :D (No such thing as "too much butter!!")
     
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    I think this is a cool gadget. Could've really come in handy during my gin and tonic years.
    images - 2019-09-05T170310.345.jpeg
     
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    I have a wooden back scratcher that I use also for reaching on top shelf for things. Or under things...or to retrieve a bra that fell between the wall and a cedar chest.
    For 99 cents it was worth every penny:p
     
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