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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).

Canon Power Shot Elph is the best small camera I've owned. Here's what I like best, a few things I don't like, and other compact digital cameras I've tried.

Here are 6 modifications to the official Monopoly game rules that will lead to more exciting game play the next time you play Monopoly with friends.

Replace regular wall outlet covers with these LED night light outlet covers using just a screwdriver. I did - No more plug-in night lights! 3 things to know

Folding money into pieces of art is a fun way to leave a cash tip AND earn some "cool points" at parties. Here's how to fold money into unique shapes for all occasions.

Creative ways to fold money for a gift OR to give as cash tips! Step-by-step dollar bill folding tutorials, moneygami videos, origami money folding instructions

21 fun places you can take your dog - for an afternoon, a weekend, or on vacation. From drive-thru's that hand out dog treats to dog summer camps!

Planning a beach wedding? Discover the best locations, from Florida to the Caribbean. Get tips on choosing the perfect spot for your destination wedding.

Our dog found a rabbit hole in our backyard. His attention couldn't be diverted away from the bunnies until the last one left the nest. Photos of dogs & bunnies.

Wondering how to win the lottery? Like scratch offs? To increase your odds of winning, you need to follow these 5 tips before buying scratch off tickets.

What should you do when your dog catches (but doesn't kill) wildlife? My dog caught some baby bunny rabbits. Here's what I did. And some tips I've learned!

Following are the 5 best ingredients to look for and how they work to improve your skin, plus additional info about other anti-aging ingredients that seem to work really well!

80% of women are wearing the wrong bra size. Here's how to measure bra size yourself better than a bra fitter! (Based on your bra band size & bra cup size)

See how I use an everyday silicone pot holder to keep my hot curling iron from touching things that could melt or burn (on the countertop & in my suitcase).

3-in-1 bubble bath is THE best bubble bath I have ever used!!! And, by the looks of things, apparently, I'm not alone. Here's why...

A fitness expert says to put a pencil beneath your butt cheek, up next to your thigh (like in this video) to see if you need a Brazillian Butt Lift or not.

Roof has black streaks on asphalt shingles? Or a green mossy growth? You've got roof mold or algae. Why it grows + How to remove black streaks from a roof.

Got black stuff in the dishwasher? I noticed slimy food & grime in our rear dishwasher basket. How to clean a clogged dishwasher and remove the black gunk!

A pest control expert shows how to get rid of moles in the yard. Serious ground mole removal methods (poison & baits) + How to get rid of moles naturally.