HELOISE Magazine white space becomes write space

Dear Heloise: For assorted reasons, I am the first one in our home who gets to read the many magazines, catalogs, etc., we have delivered. Most have at least one article or item that I know would be of interest to at least one other family member.
We all find it very helpful if there is enough white (or light-colored) space on the cover to write:
UMary -- pages 19-48.
UHoward -- pages 27-52.
URosa -- pages 16-36.
All of us agree that more articles are read, while less time is wasted.
When no space is available, I paperclip a small list to the front cover, but in the daily hustle, bustle and confusion of life, this often is far less effective! Richard L. Scott, Orange, N.J.
Everyone gets a chance to look at the cover and not miss a word! I use little sticky notes to alert my husband, David, (and myself) that I want to save an article. It works. Heloise
Fast facts: My mother used to read the Heloise column written by your mother and share the hints with me; therefore, I am one of the many who are thankful you have carried on in your mother's tradition.
I have found several other uses for grip shelf liner, which is sold in several colors.
UCut a couple of long strips and place them under throw rugs. Works as well as the more expensive pads that keep rugs from slipping.
UCut a piece in the shape you need to place under cutting boards.
UIt can keep eyeglasses or whatever from sliding around on your dashboard. This is where the colors work so great. I have one piece on my dashboard (I place my glasses in their hard case on it, and they do not slide off) and a smaller piece on the console between the seats.
Again, many thanks for continuing your column. It is required reading for me before I read any other part of the morning paper. Bernie Ybarguen, Houston
Dear Heloise: I would like to pass on a hint that I have found to be very helpful for me, since I have arthritis so bad in my hands.
I slip the rubber grippers that I use on pens and pencils on my nail clippers. Sure helps me keep from dropping them. Yuvon Cook, Decatur, Texas
Dear Heloise: My friend who has ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) has a lightweight metal wind chime hanging near her bed within her reach. She is unable to hold or push a bell to summon help, but is just able to move her hand enough to brush against the chime, making enough noise for the caregiver to know when help is needed. Joyce Harms, Dallas, Ore.
Sound off: Here is my pet peeve: Over-the-counter medicines that have the directions (for taking the medicine) written in such small print that they are barely discernible. J.B., Brooklyn, N.Y.
XSend a great hint to: Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, Texas 78279-5000; fax: (210) HELOISE; e-mail: Heloise@Heloise.com.
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