Hints From Heloise

Wed., Sept. 3, 1997

King Features Syndicate

Dear Heloise: Please to possibly help prevent heartache for other bird owners, stress the deadly toxic effect of those scented candles and electrical-outlet scent units!

We knew the hazards of nonstick coating and self-cleaning ovens. But never did we dream we’d lose our two precious 10-week-old lovebirds we had hand-fed from day one. The room was well-ventilated and 25 by 13!

If even one little life can be spared, thank you. - Lois M. Willig, Lemoyne, Pa. Dear Heloise: Love your ideas. One of mine is the plastic lids that come on the margarine and coffee containers make a great coaster.

Also, when I make my hamburger patties I use them to separate them; that way I don’t have to use so much wax paper. You can wash and reuse if you wish. - Gerry Ruff, Pittsburg, Texas

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