TIPS/PROMOS COMBINED THIS WEEK

Issue 9 - Information reference these Hints & Tips were shared by others!!!

***When David washed the coach we had a few difficult spots that water and a brush did not remove – black streaks marks, smudges etc. However David effortless eliminated them with his special formula that he buys in the local Dollar store. THE PRODUCT IS CALLED ‘AWESOME’ and it is nothing short of ‘awesome’ – what is even better is the cost is only $1.00. However do not use on glass because it does not easily come off. It is labeled ‘As seen on TV’ – but I am not sure what price it sold for in those promos. We bought 4-bottles to take north.

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***I received another email from Jim about how great VINEGAR is to clean the dirt and season crime from outside of RV windows. You can wipe it off with paper towel but apparently newspaper also works well.

We also periodically pour 1-cup VINEGAR following 1-cup of baking soda down each drain and around the trap in the toilet bowl. The mixture fizzles and foams before it goes down the drains – during the process all residue is cleaned out.

Our more use of VINEGAR is we add 1-cup to each laundry load along with the soap. It helps control suds as well as freshens clothes. We began using this when we used to wash doggie towels. Now it is standard procedure – clothes are cleaner. Some RVers also add VINEGAR to the rinse water – for a touch of softness and the removal of all soap residues.

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***BE AWARE - Eileen shared this little known law in Ontario and apparently in many additional states and provinces. ‘Ontario law states that when approaching any EMERGENCY VEHICLE, ON THE ROADSIDE, WITH LIGHTS FLASHING, you MUST slow down and move to the left lane – if safe to do so. Offenders will lose points and be assessed a large fine – from $500 – $1000 – maybe higher – jail time is even possible. The reason for enforcement is several officers have been hurt or killed recently.

When I mentioned this point at the luncheon I discovered this law is also enforced in many USA states - the fines may begin at $1000 and increase from there, I did not know this, and others may not either.

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***SEARCHING FOR FILES ON THE INTERNET OR YOUR EXPERIENCES. When we search for files on the ‘Net, finding them can sometimes be a challenge. The NewbieClub.com sends out a weekly newsletter where they discuss many aspects of computer operation. They do sell books, e-books etc. but they also feature a mega amount of VALUABLE INTERNET TUTORIALS that are FREE for the asking. This weeks tip can be very helpful – to search for 'How To Lose An Ebook' you may get every last instance of ‘how’, ‘to’, ‘lose’, ‘an’, ‘ebook’. However if you ADD a question mark in each space such as How?to?lose?an?ebook? (You can also add quotes around the phrase) Immediately the search destination appears.

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***One more concern – NEVER OPEN any e-cards that state you have received a Hallmark E-Card OR a POSTCARD. Do not follow OTHER UNKNOWN LINKS either, if you don’t know who sent it to you. THESE ARE DANGEROUS SCAMS and if you open them, it is possible that a file can destroy your entire hard drive.

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***Dennis sent me several SECURITY TIPS. These may not be new thoughts but by sharing a few each week it may be easier to retain some of them.

#1 A Tourist Guide shared this…if a robber asks for your wallet and/or purse.NEVER HAND IT TO HIM/HER – instead toss it away from you. Chances are the ‘bad guy’ will be more interested in your ‘money than you, and they will most likely go after the ‘treasure’. RUN LIKE MAD IN THE OTHER DIRECTION!

#2 WOMEN ALONE have a tendency to sit in their cars after shopping, eating, working, etc. – and/or doing their check book, making a list, etc. DON'T DO THIS! A predator could be watching you. Your delay in moving provides a perfect opportunity for him/her to get in on the passenger side. AS SOON AS YOU ENTER YOUR CAR, ALWAYS LOCK YOUR DOORS AND LEAVE.

FOLLOW-UP TO THIS POINT - If someone is in your car with a gun to your head, DO NOT DRIVE OFF. Repeat: NEVER DRIVE OFF! Instead gun the engine and speed into anything; wrecking the car. Your Air Bag will save you. If the person is in the back seat, they will get the worst of it. As soon as the car crashes, bail out and run. It is better than having them find your body in a remote location.