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P.O. Box 795000
San Antonio, TX 78279-5000
Fax: 210-HELOISE
E-mail: Heloise@Heloise.com
WRAPPING-PAPER STORAGE
Dear Heloise: While cleaning out a closet, I came across a storage container of Christmas wrapping paper. Since it was just a few rolls and the container took up so much room, I took elastic ponytail bands and put one at each end of the paper so it didn't unroll. Then I had several large twist-ties, and I used a couple of them to tie all the rolls together. This way, they take up very little space, don't unroll and can be stood in a corner of a closet. -- A loyal reader in Montana
TRAVEL TIP
Dear Heloise: When I fly in an airplane, the changing air pressure can cause a sharp pain in my ears unless I prepare for the descent by taking a decongestant and using nasal spray an hour before landing. Chewing gum seems to help, too. But for my last plane trip, I decided to chew gummy candies instead. They take more effort to chew, and my ears popped more than they did with the gum.
I hope this helps others who have this problem. The pain and loss of hearing are no fun! -- Jane, Spring Branch, Texas
FOOD HINTS
Dear Heloise: It has been some time since I've seen two of my favorite hints. I am still using them.
Instead of replacing the twist-tie on a loaf of bread, simply twist the open end of the plastic wrapper and fold back the cuff over the remaining slices.
My grandchildren always like my mashed potatoes. Simply drain the cooked potatoes, reserving the liquid. Mash them and add your desired amount of nonfat dry milk powder and butter, then add the reserved liquid, gradually, while whipping with a hand-held mixer until the desired consistency is reached. -- Ellen A. Hills, Solon, Maine
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