Ivy says: Rachel wanted to know how to keep the cats out of the Christmas tree. I only wish this worked as well for curious toddlers as it does for cats! Cats hate the smell of citrus- particularly oranges, but lemons work as well. I spray an orange based cleaning product like Orange Clean on … Read more
Ivy says: As I was laying down to go to sleep last night, the dog in the house behind me decided to start barking. And he barked. And he barked. And he barked some more, for good measure. This happens just about every night, but with the cooler weather, it is worse for everyone that … Read more
Dear Home-Ec 101, Why is cleaning out cat boxes such an ordeal? How can I make my cat’s litter box smell better if I’m a little bit remiss about getting them scooped every day? What about the LitterMaid? Does that actually work? Signed, Scoopless in Saratoga Ivy says: Man, do I ever feel your pain. … Read more
Ivy says: Kathy and her pal Rox came up with some stupid questions for me last night over cups of coffee. So if they’re stupider than usual, you can blame the coffee! 1. I’m addicted to coffee! Do you have a good “food” recipe for breakfast, lunch and dinner that includes coffee taste? (This one … Read more