Saturday, May 24, 2008

Melatonin



I typically have problems sleeping at night - falling asleep and staying asleep. In the past I've turned to Excedrin PM, Target over the counter sleep aid caplets, or Benadryl to help me fall asleep.

On the recommendation of a cousin (who has used it with her sleepless kids (on her pediatrician's recommendation)), I gave it a whirl. And it seems to have helped.

Mayo Clinic information on Melatonin.

Friday, May 23, 2008

Lava Soap and Goop Hand Cleaner



After putting up our fence 3 years ago (Maybe more like 2 years ago?), I finally got around to staining it. However, I'm not the neatest worker when it comes to stuff like that, and I had stain ALL over me, which I couldn't get off with mineral spirits, scrub brush, or exfoliating stuff.

One quick trip to Menards, and I was set. I remember us always having Goop and Lava by the basement/utility/laundry sink for good cleaning for bad messes. So I picked up some of each, and the Lava worked like a charm! The Goop was good for some of it - hands and wrists, mostly.

I also saw that Goop has many uses, including removing grease spots from laundry/clothes, which I haven't tried yet, but I will soon!

Thursday, May 22, 2008

Pibb Xtra Zero


I'm a big fan, overall, of the ZERO products from Coca Cola. I like the Cherry Coke Zero. I like the Coke Zero, and now I like the Pibb Xtra Zero.
Much like its cousin with a PhD (Diet Dr. Pepper), Pibb Xtra Zero tastes just like regular Pibb Xtra (Or, as us traditionalists like to call it, Mr. Pibb).
Currently, you should be able to catch some great soda deals at your local big chain grocery store, so why don't you pick up some Pibb Xtra Zero and treat yourself to some tastiness with no guilt. Mmm mmm Good!