With outside temperatures staying well below 0 degrees Fahrenheit, all of the little birds’ drinking water sources in my area froze solid.

J., it seems that at this stage of life, a dog is not really the answer. They have vet bills, need to be walked, and need to ...

Here's an idea that I've benefited from for years. Whenever I stay in a hotel, I save the shower caps that are usually provided for free. Because I ...

I am a 75-year-old woman who enjoys setting a pretty table for special holidays, and I like using cloth napkins on such ...

To get more use out of discarded Christmas lights, I place a strand in a decorative container and leave them on at night as a ...

I have a suggestion for anyone living alone, especially older adults: Put your phone next to your bed at night. I had a ...

Dear Heloise: Recently, you suggested washing dog toys with the regular laundry. This was a mistake. You should wash dog toys in vinegar and 2-3 tablespoons of baking soda. Dogs are very sensitive to ...

I have a question about cooking foods at different times and temperatures when you only have one oven. This is always a ...

Dear Heloise: I printed out a list (or multiple lists) of a scavenger-type activity for my grandkids to do. You can make your own rules (i.e., to stay on certain property or stay in the house). An ...

DEAR HELOISE: It’s at this time of year that so many people feel a sense of grief during the holidays. While so many of us are enjoying family and friends during the holidays, there are thousands of ...

DEAR HELOISE: I have enjoyed your (and your mother’s) column for decades and currently read it in the Colorado Springs Gazette. I was recently upset by the person who recommended not giving to ...