Saline solution

Because of the allergies and sinus problems, I use this saline solution every day, twice a day and I use Listerine mouth wash as well.  So, what can it hurt to try this?  Maybe it will help keep you well.  We need to do our best to stay safe in this pandemic.  I have been making masks for my family since this started even before it was recommended.  If they can help during flu season, it stood to reason that they would help with this virus.  I am all for anything that will help us stay safe.  My county is taking it seriously and our case numbers are beginning to drop.  People, we have to do our part. Dr.  Fauci said that if everyone wore masks, we could get this under control within 4-8 weeks.  I am all for anything that will help stop the spread of this virus.  It may not have a death rate of the original SARS, but whether you die from it or not, from what I am reading, it is a nasty illness with long term damage.  So stay safe.

Saw this today on a report

I read a news article today that recommended we use saline spray in our nostrils to help flush out the Covid-19 virus load.  Then I am good because I do this twice a day because of allergies and chronic sinusitis.  And here are three of the ones I use. 

Sewing supplies

As a person who came up in the 1950's and 60's, I remember when fabric and supplies were top quality.  So were sewing machines.  Fast forward to now.  Nothing and I do mean nothing is first quality.  I am making masks. Elastic is inferior I can only get fabric in 8 yard bolts.  And the Coats and Clark thread, oh my God.  It is like sewing with maybe craft thread.  It kinks. It curls.  It breaks.  It is so inferior to the old Coats and Clark thread.  I am so angry right now.  And getting decent fabric is beyond annoying. 

So instead of coming up in the things that are manufactured, we have truly sunk to third world status on all of this.  Before we sold all our manufacturing plants, this country made fabulous cotton, wool, corduroy.  The wool fabrics used to make the women's dress coats in the 1950's was so superior to what is being passed off today as fabric.  I bought my daughter a 1950's beige 100% Cashmere coat with a silk lining at a thrift shop.  That coat was top quality still.  The fit was superb.  The fabric makes today's fabric look like dish rags.  And the Dan River ginghams we produced!  They were quality cottons.  Searsuckers, linens.  And now we get--dishrags.  Pendelton wool is still in operation thought.  I will be trying them soon.  Hopefully, they are still quality.  But I will have to use inferior threads on it.  I miss the old days when we made quality merchandise instead of garbage.  And most of the appearal fabric today is polyester.  Do you know what that is?  It is spun plastic.  Spun plastic.  Hotter than hell in the summer time, cold in the winter and can cause rashes on your skin.  Oh yes, I miss the old days when it was pride in quality instead of chasing the almighty dollar.  Well, I am now on a search to find made in the USA thread.  Wish me luck.  And if you can find vintage clothing, get it.  It is far superior to anything you can buy today. 

Electric mower pics.

The top picture is of the batter and key compartment.  The second picture is headlights and the third picture is the battery.  Check it out when you are in need of a new mower.  As I said, I will never go back to a gasoline mower nor a gasoline weed whacker. 

More lawn mower pictures

Notice the nice batter compartment in the first picture.  And those lights are awesome. 

Electric lawn mower.

I have been using a Ryobi electric lawn mower for about a year.  I will never go back to a gas mower.  It uses a 40volt Lithium batter and starts right off every time.  I only have one battery so sometime if I have let the grass get a little high, I have to stop and recharge the battery, but I have a really big yard.  I am so sold on this and will be replacing my weed whacker with a battery operated one from Ryobi when my corded one finally quits.  This mower has a 20" cutting diameter, rear discharge and it comes with a rear bag if you want to catch your grass clippings.  I don't.  It also has a space for an extra battery so you can just switch it out.  You insert the battery, a red key, hold down the lever on the handle and push the start button.  It has 6 cutting heights and are easy to set.  It also has high density led lights.  I am sold. 

The tape is on there because I broke the clear cover and am waiting on a hew on.  That cover protects the electrical components for the key and battery from debris. 

Last post for window film

You use the solution to clean the window first and dry it with a lint free cloth and they furnish you with one lint free cloth.  Then cut the film to fit.  Cut it a little larger so you can trim it precisely with a box cutter.  It will tell you to put two pieces of scotch tape sticky side facing on one corner.  You do this in order to be able to pull the protective layer away from the film itself.  Don't do like I did and try to put the film up backwards.  Sticky side goes on the window.  Spray the window liberally with the solution, apply the film and use the squeege to smooth out any bubbles.  Then spray the outside and squeege it as well.  Let set and you are done and you will be so glad you did this.  Their website is www.gilafilms.com.  I am sold on this. 

Finishing with window film

These will be needed to apply the film. 

Back to what this was set up for.

With the heat in Texas spiraling as it usually does in the summer, I have been applying heat film over my french doors and windows.  From the outside in daylight, no one can see in, but you can see out.  At night you will still need shades or drapes.  And it makes a tremendous difference in the amount of heat that come in through the windows and doors.  I found it at Home Depot online as that is the only way I shop now. 

It blocks 72% of sun's heat and it blocks 99% UV rays to help prevent fading.  I am sold and am going to do all my windows.  Do  not remember what I paid for this roll but it was economical.  Next I will show you what accessories you need to put this up.