Check Out These 3 Great Sites!                  If you are looking for a place to stay, log onto tripping.com.  This site offers members rentals, home-stay opportunities and social-networking options in 18,000 cities.  Check out http://blog.hiphost.com/.  Here you can find individuals who lead tours of more than 150 cities.  you will feel like a friend is showing you the highlights, from L.A.'s best restaurants  to D.C.'s monuments by midnight bike ride.  Finally, log on to newgusto.com, where you will meet foodie folks who will cook for you in their own homes (either for free or for a grocery charge).  What a great idea!         03/03/2014

5 Healthy Eating Tips For Cats & Dogs                  It is always so overwhelming when you try to buy pet food.  Feeding your fur babies a nutritious diet keeps them healthy and happy too.  Good eating habits will keep their tails wagging for years to come.  Here are 5 healthy eating tips for cats and dogs:   1.  No scraps.   Resist sharing your food with your pets.  This can lead to obesity.  Also, he could ingest foods that are not good for him.   2.  Read the Label.  Look for nutritional adequacy statements on bags or cans of food to ensure the product meets all of your pet's dietary needs.   Pet treats are not required to have these statements, so offer them sparingly.   3.  Add Variety.   Occasionally include fruits and vegetables, such as apples--sliced and seeds removed--and gr... 02/26/2014

A Bit Of Humor....Blonde Men                  Blonde Men       It had to happen sooner or later........   A friend told the blond man: "Christmas is on a Friday this year."           The blond man then said, "Let's hope it's not the 13th." ------------------------------------ Two blond men find three grenades, and they decide to take them to a police station. One asked: "What if one explodes before we get there?" The other says: "We'll lie and say we only found two." ------------------------------------ A woman phoned her blonde neighbor man and said: "Close your curtains the next time you & your wife are having sex. The whole street was watching and laughing at you yesterday." To which the blonde man replied: "Well the joke's on all of you because I wasn't even at home yesterday." ----... 02/26/2014

Motivational Monday, Oprah Winfrey Quotes                  Oprah Winfrey > Quotes Oprah Winfrey quotes  “Turn your wounds into wisdom.” ― Oprah Winfrey      “You can have it all. Just not all at once.” ― Oprah Winfrey      “Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you will never, ever have enough” ― Oprah Winfrey      “The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams.” ― Oprah Winfrey      “True forgiveness is when you can say, "Thank you for that experience.” ― Oprah Winfrey      “Everyone wants to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.” ― Oprah Winfrey      “I trust that everything happens for a reason, even if we are not wise... 02/23/2014

Kristin Johnston Found The Buyer for 333 Oxford Rd,Waukesha, WI 53186!         Congrats Sarah, David and Jeanette!  See you soon at the closing table!                 Address: 333 Oxford RD Waukesha, WI 53186-6265 County: Waukesha   MLS #: 1337425       357 W. Wisconsin AvenueOconomowoc, WI 53066   Phone: 414-254-6647   Fax:   Email: kjohnston5@wi.rr.com   http://www.kristinjohnston.com     Provided as a courtesy of: Kristin K Johnston ABR,e-PRO   RE/MAX Realty Center Directions: From S East Ave, Go east on Oxford Rd to property on south side   Coordinates: 26S 232W Property Type: Single-Family   Status: Active With Offer   List Price: $199,500     Bedrooms: 4   Est. Acreage: 0.33 Rooms: 8   Est. Total Sq. Ft.: 2,180   Total F/H Baths: 3 / 1   F/H Baths Main: 2/ 1   F/H Baths Upper:   ... 02/13/2014

    Did You Know?........Drain Clogs                      Clogged drains always are at the top of the list of annoying household problems.  But, before you call the plumber, try one of these  3 easy, chemical-free fixes.   SOLUTION:  Baking soda and vinegar.  Pour 1/2 cup baking soda down the drain, followed by 1/2 cup white vinegar.  Let sit for 30 minutes to an hour.  Repeat if necessary.  ** I usually add some salt too.  I follow this up with flushing the drain with hot boiling water too.  Works great!!   SOLUTION:  Use a plunger to unclog the pipe.  If it's in a sink, cover the overflow hole with a towel.  Coat the lip of the plunger with petroleum jelly, for a better seal, and cover the entire drain opening with the plunger.  IF there isn't enough standing water to cover the rubber... 02/06/2014

Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen?                        How do you know when to use Ibuprofen and when to use Acetaminophen?   Contrary to popular opinion, the two are not always interchangeable.  Both relieve pain, but they work differently.    If you have a headache, try either one.  In the correct doses, both are safe choices for addressing mild to moderate pain. If you have muscle soreness or sprains, use Ibuprofen.  Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs relieve swelling from soft tissue injuries.   If you have a fever, use Acetaminophen.  It reduced body temperature.   Finally, if you have s pain, use Ibuprofen.  Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs block the production of hormones called prostaglandins, which cause cramps.   OF COURSE YOU SHOULD ALWAYS SEEK A PROFESSIONAL OPINION BEFORE... 02/04/2014

Real Estate Market Report for Waukesha,WI for 1/4/14-2/4/14, Remax                      My name is Kristin Johnston of Remax. My market report gives you the real estate activity for the city of Waukesha for the last 30 days. I love Waukesha, WI and have lived here for many years. I strongly encourage any seller that is looking to market their property this year to get a sound feeling for what it is worth. Real estate in Waukesha County is now an excellent investment, prices of superb, selection is great, and the rates are outstanding.   Please feel free to call me for any of your real estate needs, including an online market if you are a seller, or finding a home in Waukesha County. The following MLS information is for the last 30 days.   Kristin Johnston Gives You The Real Estate Activ... 02/03/2014

How Do I Revive My Weathered Wood Deck?                     If you notice that your wood deck is looking weathered, here is what you can do.  First, sweep the deck, and then use a long-handled, stiff-bristle brush to scrub on a deck wash (like Concrobium house and deck wash, $12 at Home Depot) to remove dirt and mold.   Rinse with a hard stream of water, then apply a wood brightener (try Thompson's WaterSeal deck cleaner and brightener, $16, Farm and Fleet) to restore the boards' original color.  Let dry, and apply a wood sealer.  Wood can warp if it's not all sealed, so get under your deck, if you can, and coat the underside too.      02/01/2014

Why Won't My Automatic Garage Door Open?       If your automatic garage door will not open, you should really hire a professional to take a look at it.  The culprit is likely the photo eyes, little sensors that detect if a person or object is in the door's path.  The eyes sit on either side of the door near the ground, and if they are dirty or misaligned, the door won't work.  You can first try to wipe them down with a cloth, or take a broom and sweep the tracking, but if that doesn't fix the problem, you will probably have to call in the garage repair technician.  If the eyes are broken or knocked out of place, he or she can easily put in new ones.  If they are not the problem, they will troubleshoot the door's motor, track and cables. - See more at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/431... 01/31/2014

Oconomowoc WI Real Estate, 12/31/13-1/31/14, Kristin Johnston, ReMax                      Real Estate Report For Oconomowoc, By Kristin Johnston, Remax Realtor          My name is Kristin Johnston of Remax. My marketreport gives you the real estate activity for Oconomowoc, WI for the last 30 days. I strongly encourage any seller that is looking to market their property this year to get a sound feeling for what it is worth. Real estate in Waukesha County is now an excellent investment, prices of superb, selection is great, and the rates are outstanding. Please feel free to call me for any of your real estate needs, including an online market if you are a seller, or finding a home in Waukesha County. The following MLS information is for the last 30 days. Kristin Johnston Gives You The Re... 01/30/2014

What To Do About Granite Counter Top Stains                        If you have noticed some staining on your granite counter tops, you might be interested in this.   Granite may look solid, but it is actually porous and can absorb spills if not sealed well.  If you have non oily stains, such as coffee, use concentrated hydrogen peroxide, found at any beauty supply store.  It is often labeled developer.  For oily stains, like salad dressing, use concentrated acetone.  It is different from nail polish remover.   Wearing rubber gloves, soak some paper towels in the peroxide or acetone, then layer them over the soiled area.  cover with plastic wrap, taping the edges.  Let site for 24 hours, then peel up the plastic, leaving the towels in place until dry.  Repeat until the stain is gone, th... 01/29/2014

How Bad Is It? ......Old Bath Towels                      How bad is it to use really old bath towels?     There may not be an expiration date printed on your towel's label, but that doesn't mean you should dry off with it forever.  Although it is hard to pinpoint an average life cycle, towels usually start losing their softness and absorbency after two or three years.   Cycle after cycle of machine washing and drying will cause most towels to shed fibers, and they won't do their job as well.  Old towels can also develop a musty odor that is difficult to erase in the wash.  If they don't smell, cut them into cleaning rags.  If they do, it's time to trash them.    BOTTOM LINE:  Sort of bad!   01/27/2014

      A friend forwarded this to me, and I thought I would share it...               Top 10 of Barack Obama Quotes of Change written by Myrko Thum in Inspiration                      Yesterday I heard this little podcast on the spiritual website elsajoy.com about a peom for Barack Obama . In the introduction he says “This guy isn’t just a politician. He is a teacher, a leader. Obama is to politics what Mozart was to music. ” An amazing statement but it rings true. He is mindful, elegant and with a big heart. You get the feeling that as a politician he not only talks about integrity but actually has it. Looking from the outside (Germany) to the approaching election one dares to say: America, Obama is the best thing that could happen to you now! The only thing you have to do is make it ha... 01/27/2014

How Bad Is It?..........Lawn Mowing                      How bad is it to always mow your lawn in the same direction?     For the lushest-looking turf, you have to mix up your mowing routine.  Grass tends to grow in the direction that it is cut, so continually trimming it the same way will prevent the blades from standing up straight, producing a flat, almost slanted look.  Instead, alternate among three patterns.  That way, you will encourage your grass to grow in all different directions, making for a thick, envy-inducing lawn.   BOTTOM LINE:  Pretty Bad! - See more at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/4308284/how-bad-is-it-lawn-mowing#sthash.xKLn3Xf8.dpuf 01/25/2014

Things To Do In Waukesha January-February 2014     Ongoing Les Paul Exhibit Artifacts on display tell the story of Les’ career, invention and musical successes; items include a rare 1927 Gibson L5 acoustic guitar and other personal and professional effects-- Tuesday-Saturday:  10am-4:30pm, Waukesha County Museum, Historic Downtown Waukesha, 262-521-2859, waukeshacountymuseum.org   02/07/14- 02/08/14 WI Antiques Dealers Association  Show & Sale The oldest state antiques organization in America produces this well-established antiques show with over 50 quality dealers selling furniture, collectibles, home décor, toys and more; authenticity guaranteed Waukesha County Exposition Center, Waukesha, 262-896-8490, wisconsinantiquesdealers.com   02/22/14- 02/24/14 A Taste of Home Cooking Show *Ho... 01/21/2014

Waukesha Janboree, Jan 17-19 2014 Events!                      EVENTS BY DATE Friday-January 17, 2014 Opening Ceremonies - Live Weather Broadcast with John Malan!login Arctic Avalanche at Lowell Park Ice Sculpting DemoNew! Defy Gravity Olympic Showcase-Waukesha North Special Edition Freeman Friday Night LiveLet the Ice Skating Begin! Fireworks Extravaganza Saturday-January 18, 2014 Pancake BreakfastGeocaching EventIce Sculpting ContestWaukesha County Museum: NEW! Outrageous Olympics New! Comedy Sportz-Fast & Funny Improv.Trolley Rides A.C.T. LIVE!Make it/Take it Crafts Community Art Project-"Olympics"Cool your Paws at HAWS Arctic Avalanche at Lowell Park Waukesha Sunrise Penguin Egg Hunt Ice Bocce Ball TourneyMake It-Take It Crafts, Olympic Spirit Pickleball, The Next Olympic Sport? Fr... 01/15/2014

Motivational Mondays, John Adams Quotes             But a Constitution of Government once changed from Freedom, can never be restored. Liberty, once lost, is lost forever.   John AdamsChildren should be educated and instructed in the principles of freedom.   John AdamsFacts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passions, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.   John Adams - More quotations on: [Laws] I always consider the settlement of America with reverence and wonder, as the opening of a grand scene and design in providence, for the illumination of the ignorant and the emancipation of the slavish part of mankind all over the earth.   John Adams - More quotations on: [America] I must study politics and war that my son... 01/12/2014

Hello,   I know I am not alone with having issues when I have a drafted post and I try to post it to public.  It suddenly shows up under the draft date instead of the public/current date.  I also know that the ActiveRain staff is aware of the issue per comments I got on my previous post about this issue.   In the last couple of weeks, I have been copying my drafted post and posting it to a new/public post and then deleting the drafted post.  It is a pain, but at least I show up in the current blog roll this way.  However, lately I have had a couple strange things happen even with this process.   In some of my copy and pasted posts, it still shows DRAFT on it, even though it is viewed publicly?  I haven't seen that before.  Anyone else have this issue?Another annoying thing I have seen i... 01/11/2014

Waukesha County Realtor, Waukesha County Real Estate, Buyer Agent, 414-254-6647   Waukesha Home Sales 12/11/13-1/11/14, Under $250K by Kristin Johnston                       Kristin Johnston Gives You The Real Estate Activity For The City of Waukesha, WI For the Last 30 Days: Real Estate In Waukesha County, Priced under $250K.     My name is Kristin Johnston of Remax.  My marketreport gives you the real estate activity for the city of Waukesha for the last 30 days.  I love Waukesha, WI and have lived here for many years.  I strongly encourage any seller that is looking to market their property this year to get a sound feeling for what it is worth.   Real estate in Waukesha County is now an excellent investment, prices of superb, selection is great, and the rates are outstanding.  Please... 01/10/2014