Friday, June 17, 2011

http://soundcloud.com/algya/fireworks-lea-michelle-glee
I love, love , love this song! 

Taking a short break from bird feeders.  Knock on wood, everything's going together nicely today. It's been a learning process.  Since I use various metals - brass, steel, silver, lead, etc. - I've had to figure out soldering methods that work best for joining them.  The dogs have learned not to lay at my feet, since hot solder has a tendency to "spit" and drop!  One day, I might even learn to wear shoes when I'm working - I have come up with a few new dance steps, though.

I discovered today that alcohol works great at removing extra flux (in case you ever need to know).  I should, but don't, wear gloves when I'm working  As a result, my hands really suffer.  I don't want to come off like a commercial, but I have found a couple of things that work.  Before starting, use a "buffer" lotion.  I like both Silicone Glove by Avon, or Gold Bond.  Walmart now has a generic Gold Bond that they sell under the "Equate" name.  I keep it all over the house, in hopes that I'll remember to use it.

Silver polish, soldering chemicals, and extreme heat really do a number on my nail polish.  I'm too cheap to pay for manicures and acrylic nails, but I really try to keep my nails looking good.  I've found a Green Tea Nail Dryer from Family Dollar that actually dries the polish quickly, and makes it last longer.

Obviously, I'm a discount shopper!  If you get nothing else from reading this, maybe I can pass along a few of the cheap options I have found.  You should have something to show for taking the time to read this.  By the way, I really do appreciate the people who do take the time.  I know how sparse free time can be.

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