xtraordinary

xtraordinary last signed in Nov 15 2009 and has been on Bukisa since Mar 18, 2009.

About Me:

I'm a lifelong Oregonian with a passion for the outdoors - I live for the mountains and the coast! I love to learn and grow and I hope to share any knowledge I've acquired along the way with my writing.

How to Be Safe Around Natural Gas

Published September 15, 2009 /

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Most people are under the impression that natural gas is toxic, however, it's actually carbon monoxide (produced by malfunctioning equipment or natural gas being burned incorrectly) that is the "silent killer." However, natural gas is highly flammable and carries it's own risks. Read on for more tips on how to

How to Help a Friend Who is Moving Out of State

by xtraordinary | in Relationships > Marriage

Helping a friend move across town is a piece of cake. But helping a friend who is moving far away is a whole different ballgame! Here are some tips on how to be supportive of and offer the most help to your friend.
Clean House After Flu

by xtraordinary | in Health & Nutrition > General

If you've been sick with a communicable illness, it is very important to clean your living space properly after you are well enough to do so. This prevents the germs from continuing to live in your home and keeps them from reinfecting you or getting someone else sick.
How to Erase a Memory Card (for Dummies)

by xtraordinary | in Science & Technology > Computers

I use the term dummies because I, too, was a dummy when it came to erasing my Secure Digital cards for my camera! Now, I used to buy a new SD card every time I filled one up. I figured it was for backup purposes...what if my computer failed?
Recycle Your Old Cosmetics!

by xtraordinary | in Fashion & Beauty > Skin care

Ever feel that recycling companies should acccept so many more items than they do? So does Origins skin care company. They are now offering free recycling of your old cosmetics packaging, including jars, tubes, bottles, caps, etc.
Clean Your Car With Baking Soda!

by xtraordinary | in Automotive > Cars

Baking soda is one of those miracle products that has many uses. Did you know that there are a lot of ways that you can use it to clean your car? Read on for more...
How to Prevent Ink Cartridges from Drying Out

by xtraordinary | in Science & Technology > Computers

If you run an inkjet printer, you may notice your ink cartrdige drying up very quickly if your printer is not in constant use. Ink cartridges are not that cheap these days, so here are a few tips to prevent your ink cartridges from drying out before you get full use out of them.
Remembering what's Really Important During the Tough Times

by xtraordinary | in Religion & Spirituality > Christianity

With all of the craziness going on in the world right now, it's easy to lose sight and become overwhelmed. Lately I've been letting little things get me down, and I've turned to scripture to help me get out of it.
Writing your Employee Self Review

by xtraordinary | in Self Improvement > Career Management

Many employees dread the time of year when they must write their self review for the past year. If you've been with your current employer for a long time, it may seem that there's nothing to say that you haven't already said. If you're at a new employer, you may be feeling anxiety about fear of the unknown.
Dealing with a Bad Employee Performance Review

by xtraordinary | in Self Improvement > Career Management

So you've had your yearly review from your employer, and things didn't go quite the way you planned. Maybe you're stressing about whether or not you'll get a raise, or not wanting bad marks to appear on your permanent record. Whatever your situation, here are some helpful tips for closing the gap between you and your reviewer.