The Shadow
Dear Readers: Fifty years of Hints From Heloise in newspapers around the world! This week marks the ANNIVERSARY of this column’s very first week of newspaper syndication by King Features Syndicate. My mother, the original Heloise (1919-1977), started writing her column in Hawaii when my father (and our family) was stationed there (1958-1962) with the Air Force. I thought it would be fun to revisit some hints printed in that first year to see how they hold up today. The following hint is one that I just love! Keep an eye out in the coming weeks for more! — Heloise (the daughter, 2011)
TWO IDEAS
Dear Heloise: One of my favorite ideas: If two people each had a dollar and exchanged them … they would still have only a dollar each. On the other hand, if they exchanged ideas, they would have TWO ideas! — Doris Bond (1961)
PET PAL
Dear Readers: Joleen V. of Keizer, Ore., sent a picture of her adorable Shih Tzu, Cuddles, who is 5 years old and a bit tired after playing with her new birthday toy, a stuffed cupcake. To see Cuddles and our other Pet Pals, go to www.Heloise.com and click on “Pets.” — Heloise
DRY TOWELS
Dear Heloise: I use a standing tree-style coat rack in my guest bathroom for overnight guests and their towels. Long ago, I sewed loops on my towels at the middle, along their lengths, for when I use them at the gym. These loops will ensure that the towels don’t hit the floor, and they will air out more quickly. — Laura G., Springfield, Mo.
HELP!
Dear Heloise: Almost all men think your column is only for women. Wake up, guys! I’ve been reading the paper for many years. I am 57 years old and married. I do the shopping, cleaning, cooking, etc. I’ve learned so much from your columns! Just a sample: Years ago, I had trouble opening the plastic bags in the produce section. Your column said, “Lick your fingers.” Same can be done with trash bags.
Start reading the column, guys. You know, if you help your wives in the house, then Heloise Hints will make it a lot easier on you. Your wife will be surprised at your knowledge! — John S. from Florida
Thanks for the endorsement, John. However, a lot of my readers are male! Lifestyle helpful hints are genderless. — Heloise
SAFETY FIRST
Dear Heloise: When backing out of a parking lot, it is not always possible to see clearly oncoming traffic because of the car next to you. I touch the emergency flashing-light button and slowly ease my way out. It is the best warning signal you can give. — Dick in Rogers, Ark.
POTTED-PLANT PROBLEM
Dear Heloise: Have a pot with a hole in the bottom that causes dirt to fall through? Use mesh drywall tape. It keeps dirt in, and water can pass through. For larger holes, crisscross two pieces. — Carol in San Antonio
Send a money-saving or timesaving hint to Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, TX 78279-5000, or you can fax it to 1-210-HELOISE or email it to Heloise(at)Heloise.com. I can’t answer your letter personally but will use the best hints received in my column.
(c)2011 by King Features Syndicate Inc.
