Lifestyles

Optimizing a small fridge space
Lifestyles
Jan 29, 2026
Dear Heloise: I cook for one and have a fridge with a smallish freezer. Here's a few things I do: — A box of frozen fish filets for sandwiches was hal...
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Removing calcium-scale deposits
Lifestyles
Jan 28, 2026
Dear Heloise: I'm hoping you can help with my problem. My shower door frame has calcium scale in places, and the popular calcium and lime spray remove...
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Being taught to do the right thing
Lifestyles
Jan 27, 2026
Dear Heloise: Being a short person, I have asked a lot of taller people for help with getting products off the top shelf when shopping and have never ...
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Reader sounds off on cursive
Lifestyles
Jan 26, 2026
Dear Heloise: I just have to comment about the lack of needing to teach cursive writing in the letter as described by the retired educator from Montan...
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Never forget airplane etiquette
Lifestyles
Jan 24, 2026
Dear Heloise: After spending 6 hours on a jet, I feel compelled to write. When flying, please don't grab the seat in front of you to assist you when s...
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How to avoid onion tears
Lifestyles
Jan 23, 2026
Dear Heloise: I read your "freezing onions" hint to avoid crying all over them when slicing. I use another method that I have found successful: Wet a ...
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Reading the paper not the same on a laptop
Lifestyles
Jan 22, 2026
Dear Heloise: I agree wholeheartedly about reading physical newspapers! My city had a morning and evening paper; I subscribed to the evening paper. Th...
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Soaking out stains with bleach
Lifestyles
Jan 21, 2026
Dear Heloise: I've been having issues with my underwear getting stained, and I've tried bleach to get the stains out. The bleach would damage the elas...
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What is the reason behind a gift?
Lifestyles
Jan 20, 2026
Dear Heloise: In your column, I quite often see complaints from people who do not receive a thank-you note when they send someone a gift. According to...
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