Hints from Heloise

Dear Heloise: Here are a few travel hints I’d like to share:

“Always carry a can of disinfectant spray or anti-bacterial spray to spray down the bathroom, remote control, doorknobs, etc.

“Rubber flip-flops worn in the shower can help prevent athlete’s foot.

“Bring your own small alarm clock – I can never figure out how the hotel-room alarm clock works. – Carol Azzaretti, Verona, N.J.

Dear Heloise: To keep potted flowers from blowing over in a cemetery, my florist friend suggested taking a wire coat hanger, cutting the bottom wire at one end and cutting 2 to 3 inches past the bend on the other end of the wire. Next, put the “hooked” end on the edge of the pot and stick the long, straight end into the ground. Cut and use two or three of these for larger pots or arrangements. These serve as an anchor to hold the pot securely in place. – Jane Ellett, West Monroe, La.