Articles By:

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).

DIY Emergency Survival Kit Checklist (Why You Need One + What Should Be In It)

Everyone should have a basic survival kit at home. Here's how to make a DIY emergency survival kit for severe weather, natural disasters & other emergencies

Survival Tactics 101: How Long Could You Survive If You Were Stranded? (The Rule Of 3s For Survival)

Survival Rule Of 3's: Do you know how long you could survive without food? Without shelter? Without water? Do you have an emergency survival kit? Start here

Cuddledown Bed Pillows Review (Our Old Down Pillows Lasted 10 Years!)

Time for a new pillow? (Here's how to tell.) See why I won't sleep on anything but down bed pillows. And why I like Cuddledown pillows best.

How to Plan an Adult Scavenger Hunt (50+ Ideas)

Scavenger hunts involve finding items OR completing tasks... for a prize! How to plan a scavenger hunt for adults + 50 outdoor adult scavenger hunt themes.

How To Order From The Secret Menu At 25 Fast Food Restaurants (170 Secret Menu Items You Can Ask For!)

Many restaurants have a secret menu for popular items, substitutions, and add-ons not found on their regular menu. Here's how to order from the secret menu!

Frozen Yogurt: Is It Healthy Or Is It Hype?

Frozen yogurt ISN'T the perfect healthy treat you may think it is. Here's why you should stick to eating regular yogurt instead of frozen yogurt.

Free Online Tools To Determine If Your House Is In A Flood Zone (Find The Risk Of Flooding In Your Area)

What's the risk of flooding in your area? Are you in a high risk flood zone? Use these free online tools to find out if your home is in a flood zone or not.

25 Tips That Will Make Your House Flood Cleanup Efforts Safer & Easier

Flood cleanup is a necessary task for most of us -- due to severe storms, rain, or snow melt. 25 tips that make the house flood cleanup process quick & easy

How To Tarp A Roof Properly (If Yours Was Damaged By A Hurricane, Tornado, Or Severe Weather Storm)

Wondering how to properly tarp a leaking roof? You need: a tarp, a few boards, and screws. Step-by-step DIY instructions + The best tarps for roof leaks.

The BEST Funny Weatherman Videos & Bloopers From Live TV

All the BEST hilarious videos of wacky weathermen who pushed the limits of what's appropriate to be seen (& heard) on Live TV while discussing the weather!

What Would YOU Pack For Evacuation If Severe Weather Or Wildfires Forced You To Leave Your Home? (Here’s what I Packed)

The Ultimate Evacuation Pack List - See what the experts say you should pack for evacuation + What I packed when I was forced to evacuate recently. #weather

Top 4 Dust Sprays + Tips For Choosing The Best Dust Control Spray For Your Home (Including DIY Homemade Dusting Sprays)

Dust spray is the best way to control dust & allergens at home. Some work better than others. Top dust control sprays + Dust mite remedies + DIY dust sprays

Got A Stinky Dog? All The Best Remedies To Remove Dog Odor Even After A Bath

Have a smelly dog? I had a stinky dog too til I figured out which home remedies worked (and which didn't). The best dog odor remedies to remove dog smell.

Homemade Brain Games For Dogs (If You Don’t Use It, You Lose It!)

How do you mentally stimulate a dog? Here are fun ways to challenge dogs & keep them from getting bored! Homemade brain games + DIY dog games and activities

Preventing Littermate Syndrome In Dogs: How To Raise Two Puppies (From The Same Litter OR Different Litters) Without Issues

How I avoided Littermate Syndrome raising 2 puppies at the same time. Extra things you need to pay attention to + Products that make raising 2 dogs easier.

Dog Teeth Brushing Tips: See Exactly How To Brush Your Dog’s Teeth Yourself (It’s Cheaper Than A Dog Dental Cleaning, After You’ve Waited Too Long!)

Wondering how to brush your dog's teeth yourself? I’ve got SO MANY helpful tips that will make it easy for you to do! See how to clean your dog's teeth now.

I Finally Found The Perfect Dog Diarrhea Treatment!

My dog had diarrhea yesterday. See all the human foods that work as a dog diarrhea treatment, Plus the 1 recipe that cures diarrhea in dogs the quickest.

I’ve Tried A LOT Of Interactive Dog Toys To Keep My Dogs From Getting Bored… Wicked Ball Is The Best So Far!

The Wicked Ball is one of the best interactive dog toys I've seen. It's 100% automatic, rolls & moves by itself, even turns itself ON &OFF! My dogs LOVE it.

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