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Lynnette Walczak

I like to help people find unique ways to do things in order to save time & money -- so I write about "outside the box" ideas that most wouldn't think of. As a lifelong dog owner, I often share my best tips for living with and training dogs. I worked in Higher Ed over 10 years before switching gears to pursue activities that I'm truly passionate about. I've worked at a vet, in a photo lab, and at a zoo -- to name a few. I enjoy the outdoors via bicycle, motorcycle, Jeep, or RV. You can always find me at the corner of Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun & helpful websites).

See why Cooklist is the BEST app for storing recipes! I use it to: Track items in my pantry. Find recipes using what's in my pantry. Update my grocery list.

This gravity-fed water bowl prolongs the time between when you have to refill your dog's water bowl. I LOVE not having to refill the water bowl every day!

Do you know how to clean a jetted tub? It's easy! See how to clean & sanitize a soaking tub with jets yourself using a jetted tub cleaner & biofilm remover.

After reading the Marie Kondo book and watching her 'Tidying Up' series on Netflix, I started following the KonMari method of living minimally. Now, I surround myself only with things I love... and I save a lot of money!

Lotus Trolley Bags are larger, sturdier, and more durable than most reusable shopping bags. See the 16 reasons I ditched my other reusable grocery bags and only use Lotus totes for grocery shopping now!

I've used essential oil diffusers for years. First plastic ultrasonic diffusers and now glass nebulizing diffusers. Here's a point-by-point comparison summarizing my experience using nebulizers & ultrasonic diffusers.

Doggie Driver is like a REAL golf club. The KONG Rocket Tennis Ball Launcher has unique features. And there are many unique ChuckIt Tennis Ball Launchers!

Is fabric softener necessary? Does it work? Is it bad for you, your clothes, or your dryer? The truth about fabric softeners & dryer sheets - myths debunked

I've used Essential Oils for years for their Aromatherapy properties. Here are the basics of Aromatherapy and how to get started with Essential Oils.