Hints From Heloise

Tue., March 11, 1997

King Features Syndicate

Dear Heloise: We always had difficulty telling for sure if the dishes in the dishwasher were clean or dirty. Now, as soon as I empty the clean dishes from the dishwasher, I put the detergent in.

Then, as soon as you open the door, you see the detergent and know the dishes are dirty. I also think it helps the dishwasher smell fresher. - Marlene Armstrong, Newark, Ohio

Also, save money on your utility bills by washing only full loads in your dishwasher. Remember, the washer uses the same amount of water (8-14 gallons) no matter how many dishes are inside! - Heloise:

Dear Heloise: I carry a small magnifying glass in my purse at all times. Even with eyeglasses, sometimes telephone book numbers, labels and lists of ingredients on food packages are in tiny print. - Sara O’Kelley, North Little Rock, Ark.

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