Gaylin Walli
Happily married, ne'er-do-well writer, small business owner, and dilettante, obsessed with books.
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Got Milk? Milk Varieties Every Cook Should KnowEvery variety of milk has a cooking purpose. Which are the healthiest and which work best? Here are some ideas. -
Are You Prepared for Your Annual Checkup?Five simple steps can prepare you much more completely for your annual doctor's exam. -
Burgers? Meatloaf? Types of Ground Beef and What They're Each Best ForGround beef can be used to make a variety of dishes in the kitchen, but not all cuts are created equally. Different cuts offer different tastes and textures. Are you using the right type for what you're cooking? -
Salt Isn't Just for Cooking Any MoreKosher salt can do so much more than flavor food. In the kitchen it works as one of the best non-chemical cleaning agents and stain removers around. -
Don't Just Trash It! Recycling While on VacationRecycling while on vacation or away from home is easy with a little planning.
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Reducing Polluted Water Runoff In GardensReducing polluted water runoff is as simple as using rain barrels, planting native species, and eliminating chemical fertilizers and pesticides. -
Love the Java Jive: Enjoy Local Coffee Shops in Downtown Royal Oak, MichiganLooking for a local coffee shop in downtown Royal Oak, Michigan? These three local shops are sure to please. -
Make Brutal Cuts: Pruning Wisteria to Encourage Flower ProductionKnowing how to prune wisteria based on the time of year can help you grow a lovely vine with abundant flowers. -
Chrysler Bankruptcy Announcement Comes as No SurpriseWhile pundits are watching the shockwaves after Chrysler declares bankruptcy, my husband and I are merely shaking our heads. They're late to a death knell started a long time ago.
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Sweet Satisfaction: Eliminate Artificial Sweeteners and Still Sweeten Your Coffee or TeaEliminating artificial sweeteners doesn't mean you have to starve your sweet tooth. Check out these natural sugar alternatives for your morning cup of coffee or tea.
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Give Up 3 Bread-Baking Myths and Start Baking Fabulous BreadThe first step toward learning how to bake fabulous bread is unlearning some of the bread baking myths we've grown up with. -
Bipolar Personality Disorder Symptoms: It's Not Just in Your HeadBipolar disorder (also known as manic depression) is a treatable illness marked by extreme changes in mood, thought, energy and behavior. The key to proper treatment is proper diagnosis. Here are the symptoms.
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Community Colleges in Detroit, MichiganWith tuition prices rising and the economy dropping, community colleges are becoming popular for Michigan residents, including several outstanding options directly in the city of Detroit or within a 10 minute drive of the downtown area.
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Go Green: Recycling Electronics in Royal Oak, MichiganWhen it comes to recycling, what do you do with those used electronics you couldn't bear to just throw in the trash? With little effort, Royal Oak, MI residents can add electronics recycling to their weekly errands.
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Lights, Camera, Vacation: South-Eastern Michigan Film Festivals in 2009Ever dreamt of a vacation while attending some of the film screenings at the Cannes Film Festival in France or the Sundance Film Festival? There are some great film festivals right right in your own Michigan backyard. -
Easy, Eco-friendly Alternatives for Using Outdated Herbs and SpicesDon't throw it away! Learn some eco-friendly ideas for using outdated herbs and spices for house cleaning, crafting and homeschooling projects.
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Comfortable Camping Chairs Under $30 for Big and Tall PeopleFinding a comfortable camping chair for under $30 that still accommodates a big or tall man can be quite a challenge. Here are some of the options we came up with.
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Preserving Potatoes for Long Term Storage Without a Root CellarDrying and freezing potatoes are two simple yet effective methods of storing potatoes long term when you don't have a root cellar. -
Memorial Day 2009 Parade in Royal Oak, MichiganMonday, May 25th, the community of Royal Oak, Michigan will host their annual Memorial Day parade to honor the contributions of city veterans who died in service to the country.
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Freezing Unbaked Cookie DoughSave time and money by following a few simple tips for preparing your cookie dough in advance.
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Go Green: Lesser Known Recycling Options for Residents of Royal Oak, MichiganIn addition to curbside refuse pickup and the ubiquitous green and yellow recycling bins, Royal Oak, Michigan offers item drop off locations, free yard waste pickup, leaf vacuuming and bulk item pickup. Are you taking advantage of these services?
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Delivering the Goods: Organic Produce Delivery in the Detroit Metro AreaOrganic foods are everywhere. Looking for organic produce farmed and harvested in and around Metro Detroit? I explored several options and came up with two great possibilities. -
5 Handy Shopping Tips for the Royal Oak Michigan Farmers MarketDespite the convenience of farmers market shopping, people still find the idea intimidating. Where do you start? Here are some great tips to help you get started on your local food shopping at the Royal Oak, Michigan Farmers Market.




