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Laurie2 02-21-2015 11:53 PM
Thank you, Uptown Girl and Barefoot. I knew the Girl Talk thread would come through with excellent advice. -- and I sure am glad I asked because I do not want the cookies to be soft and my overthinking was going in the wrong direction.

CFrance 02-22-2015 02:19 AM
What's your address, Laurie2? I'll be right there to help assess the situation.

Bonanza 02-22-2015 02:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Laurie2 (Post 1017286)
I am putting this question here in the Girl Talk thread because I know I will get an answer and nobody will judge me for baking chocolate chip cookies.

A long time ago, I heard something about putting a slice of bread in with the cookies when they are stored in a tight container. I think that is supposed to make the cookies crispier. Makes sense I guess. . .

Or does it?

Seems like the bread would act as sort of a dehumidifier. So crispy cookies would result. But bread dries out if you leave it out. . .so would the bread give off moisture and make the cookies chewier? Well, I guess the bread would not really be out if sealed in the container with the cookies. So I guess the answer is, for sure, crispy cookies. Or is it?

What to do? What to do?

Should I just eat all the cookies straight out of the oven so I don't have to worry about them?

Overthinking Laurie
Forget the bread. I can't imagine who said that!

I hate soft chocolate chip cookies and only like them crisp. What I do is after I have my fill, I store them in a container. When I'm ready to eat more, I simply put them in my toaster oven. I put the heat to 250-300 degrees and put the cookies in when I turn on the oven. When the bell rings that it reached the set temp, I take them out, let them cool and eat them.

Viola -- nice and crisp once again!

dotti105 03-08-2015 09:09 PM
I don't know about the bread in the cookie jar keeping the cookies fresh.

That does remind me of another tip regarding bread. If you put a fresh slice of loaf bread in with your brown sugar, the brown sugar will stay soft and not become hard and lumpy. I didn't think this would work, but it did. The slice of bread will become hard as a rock and will need to be changed. But if you keep a slice of bread in the canister, the sugar will stay nice and fresh.

Weird, huh? But it works!!

Barefoot 03-08-2015 10:06 PM
It doesn't matter what kind of shampoo and conditioner I use, very expensive or very cheap, my hair turns out the same.
I fall for all the promises of volume and damage repair but my hair never improves.
So now I use Suave Rosemary + Mint because I love the way my hair smells.

Bonanza 03-08-2015 11:09 PM
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Originally Posted by dotti105 (Post 1025650)
I don't know about the bread in the cookie jar keeping the cookies fresh.

That does remind me of another tip regarding bread. If you put a fresh slice of loaf bread in with your brown sugar, the brown sugar will stay soft and not become hard and lumpy. I didn't think this would work, but it did. The slice of bread will become hard as a rock and will need to be changed. But if you keep a slice of bread in the canister, the sugar will stay nice and fresh.

Weird, huh? But it works!!

Slices of apple will also work, but the easiest way is to wet a paper towel or napkin, but not dripping; squeeze the water out.
Place it on a small piece of foil on top the the brown sugar, so the paper towel/napkin isn't touching the sugar.
Bingo!
Your sugar should be soft within about 24 hours or so.

Bonanza 03-08-2015 11:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 1025675)
It doesn't matter what kind of shampoo and conditioner I use, very expensive or very cheap, my hair turns out the same.
I fall for all the promises of volume and damage repair but my hair never improves.
So now I use Suave Rosemary + Mint because I love the way my hair smells.
I have to pretty much agree with you, Bare. Now, however, I only use a shampoo that doesn't have sodium laureth sulfate, which does dry your hair. The price on that type of shampoo has come down significantly.

After washing my hair, I use one of the conditioners that to me, seems pretty much like the old fashioned cream rinse (remember those???). Every so often I will use one of the thicker conditioners and leave it on for a while before rinsing it out.

Barefoot 03-11-2015 05:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Bonanza (Post 1025701)
I have to pretty much agree with you, Bare. Now, however, I only use a shampoo that doesn't have sodium laureth sulfate, which does dry your hair. The price on that type of shampoo has come down significantly.
Could you please share with us the names of a couple of shampoos that don't have SLS?

Bonanza 03-12-2015 01:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 1027150)
Could you please share with us the names of a couple of shampoos that don't have SLS?
Here are some of the sulfate free shampoos I use.
When I finish one bottle, I switch to another;
I don't continue to use the same one all the time.

L'Oreal Everstrong
L'Oreal Eversleek
BigSexyHair
Hask Argan Oil

Barefoot 03-12-2015 07:23 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bonanza (Post 1027283)
Here are some of the sulfate free shampoos I use.
When I finish one bottle, I switch to another;
I don't continue to use the same one all the time.

L'Oreal Everstrong
L'Oreal Eversleek
BigSexyHair
Hask Argan Oil
Thanks for the names.
I LOVE to hear other peep's recommendations for great cosmetic products.

Laurie2 03-18-2015 01:44 PM
For a long time, I have been using Sebastian shampoo and conditioner. I think it is a division of Wella. I don't use a lot of conditioner though because it weighs heavy on my hair and flattens it. I have to be careful with mousse for the same reason. If anything, my hair is naturally way too soft.

Recently though, I found out about a mousse by a company called Agadir. It says Argan Oil on the can, underneath the name. I have no idea what argan oil is. And the word oil, on that can, worked in a counterintuitive way, for me. I would think oil would weigh my hair down.

But I am so glad I tried this mousse. In fact, I liked it so much that I ordered the Agadir shampoo and conditioner and hairspray on Amazon. It has arrived and I just used it and I think my hair has a bit more bounce.

I have used the shampoo and conditioner only once so far. I learned that a little goes a long way. But I think I am going to like this stuff with argan oil. Even if I do not know what it is. Will see.

Barefoot 03-18-2015 02:28 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Laurie2 (Post 1030628)
Recently though, I found out about a mousse by a company called Agadir. It says Argan Oil on the can, underneath the name. I have no idea what argan oil is. And the word oil, on that can, worked in a counterintuitive way, for me. I would think oil would weigh my hair down.

But I am so glad I tried this mousse. In fact, I liked it so much that I ordered the Agadir shampoo and conditioner and hairspray on Amazon. It has arrived and I just used it and I think my hair has a bit more bounce.

I have used the shampoo and conditioner only once so far. I learned that a little goes a long way. But I think I am going to like this stuff with argan oil. Even if I do not know what it is. Will see.
I'm a big fan of trying new things. My hair is also soft and needs more bounce.
Laurie, do you know where can I buy Agadir shampoo and conditioner, other than Amazon?
My friend just returned from a trip and brought me some real, honest to goodness, Argan Oil from the depths of Morocco.
It is fabulous for my nails - I haven't tried it yet for facials or on my hair.
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Oh, never mind, I just googled it and found it at Walgreens. I'll definitely try it.


CFrance 03-18-2015 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 1030644)
I'm a big fan of trying new things. My hair is also soft and needs more bounce.
Laurie, do you know where can I buy Agadir shampoo and conditioner, other than Amazon?
My friend just returned from a trip and brought me some real, honest to goodness, Argan Oil from the depths of Morocco.
It is fabulous for my nails - I haven't tried it yet for facials or on my hair.
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Oh, never mind, I just googled it and found it at Walgreens. I'll definitely try it.

According to Google, Walgreens and Target have it.

CFrance 03-18-2015 08:19 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Laurie2 (Post 1030628)
For a long time, I have been using Sebastian shampoo and conditioner. I think it is a division of Wella. I don't use a lot of conditioner though because it weighs heavy on my hair and flattens it. I have to be careful with mousse for the same reason. If anything, my hair is naturally way too soft.

Recently though, I found out about a mousse by a company called Agadir. It says Argan Oil on the can, underneath the name. I have no idea what argan oil is. And the word oil, on that can, worked in a counterintuitive way, for me. I would think oil would weigh my hair down.

But I am so glad I tried this mousse. In fact, I liked it so much that I ordered the Agadir shampoo and conditioner and hairspray on Amazon. It has arrived and I just used it and I think my hair has a bit more bounce.

I have used the shampoo and conditioner only once so far. I learned that a little goes a long way. But I think I am going to like this stuff with argan oil. Even if I do not know what it is. Will see.
Have a look at this site.
10 Simple Beauty Uses for Organic Argan Oil

Barefoot 05-23-2015 02:21 PM
Netflix - Grace and Frankie
 
Has anyone watched Gracie and Frankie on Netflix? It's a hoot.
And of course, Jane Fonda looks awesome.

lightworker888 05-23-2015 02:51 PM
We have been watching it on Netflix and love it! The script is bang on and very current. I love Frankie and really feel for Sam Waterson. I think he is doing an amazing job, especially when I think of his being on Law and Order for so long. What a switch! I haven't finished the first season and don't know if it is the only one out. Now we are waiting for So You Think You Can Dance to start for our summer watching. Enjoy the summer on the lake Bare!

LW888

CFrance 05-23-2015 03:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Barefoot;106***4
Has anyone watched Gracie and Frankie on Netflix? It's a hoot.
And of course, Jane Fonda looks awesome.
I don't have time for Netflix. I have to be on the forum.:evil6:

Barefoot 05-23-2015 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 1064369)
I don't have time for Netflix. I have to be on the forum.
Squeeze in a few episodes of Grace & Frankie .... you'll be glad you did. :popcorn:
And it will make Warren happy. I'm not sure why he cares, but he obviously feels that we are spending way too much time on the Forum! :evil6:

Wandatime 05-23-2015 06:00 PM
I just want to say that I remember when this thread was started and, my oh my, it is still going strong. I've learned a lot of tips from you ladies!

Barefoot 05-23-2015 06:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Wandatime (Post 1064472)
I just want to say that I remember when this thread was started and, my oh my, it is still going strong. I've learned a lot of tips from you ladies!
I'm a little too private to talk about girlie things on the general Forum.
Like Juvaderm, muffin tops, sex positions for wrinklies, and waxing bikini lines (haha, like I'd ever wear a bikini again).
I'm kidding about the sex positions, we haven't gotten to those yet.
Some things are best kept private ... although a few guys have wandered in here over the years :shocked: and hustled right back out.

dbussone 05-23-2015 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by barefoot (Post 1064479)
i'm a little too private to talk about girlie things on the general forum.
Like juvaderm, muffin tops, sex positions for wrinklies, and waxing bikini lines (haha, like i'd ever wear a bikini again).
I'm kidding about the sex positions, we haven't gotten to those yet.
Some things are best kept private ... Although a few guys have wandered in here over the years :shocked: And hustled right back out.
tmi. Tmi. Tmi!

CFrance 05-23-2015 06:36 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 1064479)
I'm a little too private to talk about girlie things on the general Forum.
Like Juvaderm, muffin tops, sex positions for wrinklies, and waxing bikini lines (haha, like I'd ever wear a bikini again).
I'm kidding about the sex positions, we haven't gotten to those yet.
Some things are best kept private ... although a few guys have wandered in here over the years :shocked: and hustled right back out.
Quote:
Originally Posted by dbussone (Post 1064483)
tmi. Tmi. Tmi!
She rests her case!

Barefoot 05-23-2015 06:45 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by dbussone (Post 1064483)
tmi. Tmi. Tmi!
I knew it - an invader!! But mention the word menopause and the guys usually head for the hills!:smiley:

CFrance 05-23-2015 07:19 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 1064491)
I knew it - an invader!! But mention the word menopause and the guys usually head for the hills!:smiley:
I think he was gone with "sex positions for wrinklies."

Wandatime 05-23-2015 09:23 PM
Well, I am all about fillers, make-up, skin care, botox, how to deal with muffin tops and disappearing eyebrows, what to do about sagging knees and flapping upper arms, but I am not, not, not, going to entertain the idea of hot wax poured over my private areas and then ripped off while I moan and wail in pain. That is my line.

lightworker888 05-24-2015 06:47 AM
Just saw Jane Fonda batting her "wings" on Grace and Frankie, so I don't feel so bad about mine! That show is really a hoot. Between that and the Yam Lube it holds no topic back, without being too invasive and graphic. Works for me.

LW888

Barefoot 05-24-2015 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Wandatime (Post 1064544)
....... I am not, not, not, going to entertain the idea of hot wax poured over my private areas and then ripped off while I moan and wail in pain.
Hey Wanda :D ... sounds like you may have tried it already and it didn't work out for you!

Quote:
Originally Posted by lightworker888 (Post 1064352)
We have been watching it on Netflix and love it! The script is bang on and very current. I love Frankie and really feel for Sam Waterson. I think he is doing an amazing job, especially when I think of his being on Law and Order for so long. What a switch! I haven't finished the first season and don't know if it is the only one out.
I'm a big fan of Grace and Frankie. I really like the two unique and opposite personalities.
I bet Jane and Lily had fun filming it.
This is my first Netflix experience. I don't understand how it works, but it's great.
I'm not a member, Fireboy is. So I just use his ID and password.
It seems when one episode is aired, then all episodes are available to watch.

Barefoot 05-24-2015 11:42 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Wandatime (Post 1064544)
Well, I am all about fillers, make-up, skin care, botox, how to deal with muffin tops and disappearing eyebrows, what to do about sagging knees and flapping upper arms.
I've been dealing with all of the above stuff for awhile now.
For the last six months, I've been working on letting my gray hair grow out gracefully.
This involves low lights and high lights and incredible Salon bills.
But I've never once thought about sagging knees. :shocked:
OMG, something new to worry about.

Wandatime 05-24-2015 12:21 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Barefoot (Post 1064735)
I
But I've never once thought about sagging knees. :shocked:
OMG, something new to worry about.

Not everyone is blessed with the condition. I'm one of the lucky ones.

Thankfully my butt isn't sagging . . . yet.

Barefoot 05-24-2015 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Wandatime (Post 1064753)
Not everyone is blessed with the condition. I'm one of the lucky ones. Thankfully my butt isn't sagging . . . yet.
Good for you girl, a sagging butt is way more noticeable than saggy knees.
However I did read that Demi Moore had plastic surgery on her knees. :shocked:
Probably a last-ditch attempt to keep her younger husband, poor girl.
Now Ashton has a baby with a young woman - life goes on.
Even movie starts get dumped - look at Jennifer Aniston.

dotti105 05-25-2015 12:12 AM
About the gracefull way to grow into grey....it is the pits....I know it is what I need to do, but Yowee....it takes a brave soul!

My hairdresser at home was so fabulous!! I truly received compliments daily, often from strangers, even from men while my hubby stood beside me. So I know they were sincere compliments.

Here, I gave up finding a good colorist for red hair after 6 months. So frustrating.....

So here I am, chopping it off and waiting and watching. Hubby is complimenting me on my hair. But I think he is full of it! And happy to not see the large Salon bills.

If I hate it, I will color it again. But red hair and Florida do not mix. Especially is the red actually left some 10 years ago. But I watch "Mystries of Laura" and Debra Messing's fabulous hair color is to die for!! I will miss it.....

CFrance 05-25-2015 06:53 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by dotti105 (Post 1064974)
About the gracefull way to grow into grey....it is the pits....I know it is what I need to do, but Yowee....it takes a brave soul!

My hairdresser at home was so fabulous!! I truly received compliments daily, often from strangers, even from men while my hubby stood beside me. So I know they were sincere compliments.

Here, I gave up finding a good colorist for red hair after 6 months. So frustrating.....

So here I am, chopping it off and waiting and watching. Hubby is complimenting me on my hair. But I think he is full of it! And happy to not see the large Salon bills.

If I hate it, I will color it again. But red hair and Florida do not mix. Especially is the red actually left some 10 years ago. But I watch "Mystries of Laura" and Debra Messing's fabulous hair color is to die for!! I will miss it.....
Deborah Messing has drop-dead gorgeous hair. She also probably has a personal hairstylist that follows her around!

I love that show. It's the only current show we dvr.

Wandatime 05-25-2015 07:11 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by dotti105 (Post 1064974)
About the gracefull way to grow into grey....it is the pits....I know it is what I need to do, but Yowee....it takes a brave soul!

My hairdresser at home was so fabulous!! I truly received compliments daily, often from strangers, even from men while my hubby stood beside me. So I know they were sincere compliments.

Here, I gave up finding a good colorist for red hair after 6 months. So frustrating.....

So here I am, chopping it off and waiting and watching. Hubby is complimenting me on my hair. But I think he is full of it! And happy to not see the large Salon bills.

If I hate it, I will color it again. But red hair and Florida do not mix. Especially is the red actually left some 10 years ago. But I watch "Mystries of Laura" and Debra Messing's fabulous hair color is to die for!! I will miss it.....
I think your hair looks great in your photo!

Madelaine Amee 05-25-2015 08:11 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by dotti105 (Post 1064974)
About the gracefull way to grow into grey....it is the pits....I know it is what I need to do, but Yowee....it takes a brave soul!

My hairdresser at home was so fabulous!! I truly received compliments daily, often from strangers, even from men while my hubby stood beside me. So I know they were sincere compliments.

Here, I gave up finding a good colorist for red hair after 6 months. So frustrating.....

So here I am, chopping it off and waiting and watching. Hubby is complimenting me on my hair. But I think he is full of it! And happy to not see the large Salon bills.

If I hate it, I will color it again. But red hair and Florida do not mix. Especially is the red actually left some 10 years ago. But I watch "Mystries of Laura" and Debra Messing's fabulous hair color is to die for!! I will miss it.....
I have a girl friend who was born a natural strawberry blonde, drop dead gorgeous, and over the years she gradually went into a deep auburn color. BUT, she has an incredible Russian hair dresser and she is very wealthy so I imagine she spends a fortune on that hair, but it is still a head turner, even at her age.

Barefoot 05-25-2015 10:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Madelaine Amee (Post 1065044)
I have a girl friend who was born a natural strawberry blonde, drop dead gorgeous, and over the years she gradually went into a deep auburn color. BUT, she has an incredible Russian hair dresser and she is very wealthy so I imagine she spends a fortune on that hair, but it is still a head turner, even at her age.
Going gray definitely wasn't on my bucket list! I would keep coloring my hair if it were possible.
But I developed allergies to hair coloring, even special "non allergenic" ones the Salon ordered for me.
It's apparently difficult to grow out "salt and pepper hair" versus hair that has gone completely gray.
It seems to require an expensive combination of frequent low lights and highlights. Sigh.

Barefoot 05-25-2015 10:22 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 1065011)
Deborah Messing has drop-dead gorgeous hair. I love that show. It's the only current show we dvr.
Deborah Messing has a show? What is it called?
I just watched five more episodes of Grace and Frankie last night on Netflix.
I am a huge Jane Fonda fan - she looks unbelievably young for her age!

CFrance 05-25-2015 10:13 PM
You are taking your life in your hands being a Jane Fonda fan on TOTV! Especially on Memorial Day. But being Canadian, you may not know what she did in Vietnam.

Deborah Messing is starring in a police procedural called Mysteries of Laura. Someone else will have to tell you what network it's on, because we watch it on dvr. She is divorced, has two bratty twin sons, and her ex husband is the head of the detective bureau. It's funny. She's one of my favorites.

Barefoot 05-25-2015 11:31 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by CFrance (Post 1065420)
You are taking your life in your hands being a Jane Fonda fan on TOTV! Especially on Memorial Day. But being Canadian, you may not know what she did in Vietnam.

Deborah Messing is starring in a police procedural called Mysteries of Laura. Someone else will have to tell you what network it's on, because we watch it on dvr. She is divorced, has two bratty twin sons, and her ex husband is the head of the detective bureau. It's funny. She's one of my favorites.
Jane Fonda has said she sincerely regrets her words and actions regarding Vietnam. She knows now how very wrong she was. However I'm admiring her longevity and youthfulness, not her politics.

I just googled Mysteries of Laura, it's on NBC. When I get done watching Grace and Frankie, I'll have to binge on Laura. Sounds like a winner.

Wandatime 06-11-2015 10:26 PM
I really don't want to go back through 62 pages of posts . . . who are we supposed to go see about our skin, fillers, and botox again?

Barefoot 06-11-2015 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Wandatime (Post 1073197)
I really don't want to go back through 62 pages of posts . . . who are we supposed to go see about our skin, fillers, and botox again?
One possibility:

FaceTime with Kevin


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