Kristin van Ogtrop's Blog, page 112
July 29, 2013
Today’s Thought
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July 26, 2013
How to Keep Your Air Conditioner in Good Condition
As the summer temperatures rise and your air conditioner cranks into overdrive, use these tips by HomeAdvisor, a resource center for all of your home improvement needs, to ensure your cooling system stays clean and efficient. 
How to Tell if Watermelon is Ripe
Watermelon is one of summer's tastiest treats. To ensure you get a winner, look for oblong or well-rounded melons that sound hollow when slapped. 
Never Miss a Spot When You’re Dusting
Is there any household chore more frustrating than dusting? Just when you think you've finished a room, you find yet another spot that appears to be coated with just a wee bit of dust. And then you wonder: Did I already dust that, or not?
Today’s Thought
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July 25, 2013
How to Butterfly a Chicken
Follow this two-step technique to grill or roast a chicken that has crispy skin and perfectly cooked meat. 
Save Money With Sales Tax-Free Days
Before you hit the stores to do your back to school shopping, check this calendar to see if your state has any sales tax-free shopping days.
Chic and Stylish Baby Gifts from InStyle.com
Our colleagues over at InStyle.com have pulled together a list of chic and stylish baby gifts perfect for any new bundle of joy.
Today’s Thought
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July 24, 2013
How to Build a Better Sand Castle
The next time you're headed to the beach, toss an old ice cream scoop into your beach bag. 
