TRI-102.5 – The Best Variety of Lite Rock Favorites » Life Hacks http://tri1025.com Thu, 23 May 2013 08:01:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 How to Save Your Spot in a Roll of Tape http://tri1025.com/how-to-save-your-spot-in-a-roll-of-tape/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-save-your-spot-in-a-roll-of-tape/#comments Wed, 22 May 2013 21:32:30 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=240238 This one goes right along with the key ring trick from yesterday. When dealing with rolls of tape, it's absolutely maddening when you accidentally lose your spot, isn't it?

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-save-your-spot-in-a-roll-of-tape/feed/ 0 pHil____, Flickr How to Add Keys to Your Key Ring Without Hurting Your Fingertips http://tri1025.com/how-to-add-keys-to-your-key-ring-without-hurting-your-fingertips/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-add-keys-to-your-key-ring-without-hurting-your-fingertips/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 21:56:29 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=239921 Sometimes, it's the little things that are the most irritating. Adding keys to a key ring is one of those things. My wife always has me do it for both of us, so I'm all too familiar with the havoc key rings can wreak on fingers and fingernails.

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-add-keys-to-your-key-ring-without-hurting-your-fingertips/feed/ 0 Drew Cuthbertson, TSM How to Get the Un-Popped Kernels Out of Your Microwave Popcorn http://tri1025.com/how-to-get-the-un-popped-kernels-out-of-your-microwave-popcorn/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-get-the-un-popped-kernels-out-of-your-microwave-popcorn/#comments Fri, 17 May 2013 21:57:39 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=238842 It didn't occur to me until now that there must be a way to sift those hard little buggers out of your fresh-popped deliciousness. Well, there is a way, and you don't even need extra tools to do it!

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-get-the-un-popped-kernels-out-of-your-microwave-popcorn/feed/ 0 veggiefrog, Flickr How to Re-Heat Your Leftovers Evenly http://tri1025.com/how-to-re-heat-your-leftovers-evenly/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-re-heat-your-leftovers-evenly/#comments Thu, 16 May 2013 23:04:22 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=238448 Sometimes, leftovers are the best part of a meal. I honestly feel like some food tastes better the next day. But sometimes, those tasty leftovers are marred by being almost impossible to re-heat all the way through. So you find yourself constantly stopping the microwave to stir your leftovers, or cut your deliciousness into undesirable little chunks. Well fret not! There is a very easy and interesting solution to this problem.

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-re-heat-your-leftovers-evenly/feed/ 0 andynash, Flickr How Soda Pop Cans Can Save Room in Your Closet http://tri1025.com/how-soda-pop-cans-can-save-room-in-your-closet/ http://tri1025.com/how-soda-pop-cans-can-save-room-in-your-closet/#comments Wed, 15 May 2013 22:52:28 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=238036 I'm trying this space-saving trick I just found as soon as I get ahold of some pop cans!

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-soda-pop-cans-can-save-room-in-your-closet/feed/ 0 joelogon, Flickr How to Build Your Own Air Conditioner http://tri1025.com/how-to-build-your-own-air-conditioner/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-build-your-own-air-conditioner/#comments Tue, 14 May 2013 21:42:16 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=237544 It's already in the 80's outside, and it's only going to get hotter. So if you find yourself in a house without an air conditioner, don't panic. Cool air is easier to get than you might think.

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-build-your-own-air-conditioner/feed/ 0 trekkyandy, Flickr How to Tell the Difference Between Keys on Your Keychain http://tri1025.com/how-to-tell-the-difference-between-keys-on-your-keychain/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-tell-the-difference-between-keys-on-your-keychain/#comments Tue, 14 May 2013 21:31:09 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=237525 What about that inevitable time when you have two keys that look exactly alike? Do you Memorize the pattern of the keys' teeth? Heck no! There's an easier way...

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-tell-the-difference-between-keys-on-your-keychain/feed/ 0 Bohman, Flickr How to Keep Your Bathroom Mirror from Fogging Up & More! [VIDEO] http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-bathroom-mirror-from-fogging-up-more-video/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-bathroom-mirror-from-fogging-up-more-video/#comments Mon, 13 May 2013 11:54:07 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=236924 Maybe it's because I have the water so hot; but no matter what I do, whether it's turning the fan on or leaving the bathroom doors open, that darn bathroom mirror always gets fogged up in the morning! Good thing I found an easy fix...

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-bathroom-mirror-from-fogging-up-more-video/feed/ 0 Amy Loves Yah, Flickr How to Chop Mushrooms a Lot Faster http://tri1025.com/how-to-chop-mushrooms-a-lot-faster/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-chop-mushrooms-a-lot-faster/#comments Fri, 10 May 2013 21:23:15 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=236599 My wife loves mushrooms. I'm not a big fan of them, but that didn't stop me from thinking this trick for chopping them was genius.

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-chop-mushrooms-a-lot-faster/feed/ 0 roolrool, Flickr How to Use an Unmatched Sock to Make Packing Your Suitcase Easier http://tri1025.com/how-to-use-an-unmatched-sock-to-make-packing-your-suitcase-easier/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-use-an-unmatched-sock-to-make-packing-your-suitcase-easier/#comments Wed, 08 May 2013 21:28:29 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=235553 Here's a trick involving an unmatched sock to save space when you're packing...

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-use-an-unmatched-sock-to-make-packing-your-suitcase-easier/feed/ 0 Richard Masoner / Cyclelicious, Flickr How to Make Your Own Sweater Hangers and Save Money http://tri1025.com/how-to-make-your-own-sweater-hangers-and-save-money/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-make-your-own-sweater-hangers-and-save-money/#comments Tue, 07 May 2013 21:51:27 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=235122 I love finding examples of ways to make something yourself that would normally cost you way too much money to buy. This hanger trick is no exception.

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-make-your-own-sweater-hangers-and-save-money/feed/ 0 CileSuns92, Flickr How to Never Drop Your Book in the Bath Ever Again http://tri1025.com/how-to-never-drop-your-book-in-the-bath-ever-again/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-never-drop-your-book-in-the-bath-ever-again/#comments Fri, 03 May 2013 21:40:14 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=234059 Baths were a lot more fun when I was little and could take my Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures in with me! As an adult, it's more appropriate to just take a book into the bath with you; but what if it gets wet? Don't worry, there's a way around that.

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-never-drop-your-book-in-the-bath-ever-again/feed/ 0 ThinkStock How to Keep Your Taco Shell Steady While You Load It Up http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-taco-shell-steady-while-you-load-it-up/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-taco-shell-steady-while-you-load-it-up/#comments Wed, 01 May 2013 22:14:13 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=233125 If I had to choose a favorite food, I'd say Mexican. What, you were expecting me to narrow it down to just one dish? Impossible! But seriously, I love Mexican food. When my wife says we're having tacos for dinner, I lose my mind. BUT...

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-taco-shell-steady-while-you-load-it-up/feed/ 0 How to Keep Squirrels from Getting Into Your Bird Feeder http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-squirrels-from-getting-into-your-bird-feeder/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-squirrels-from-getting-into-your-bird-feeder/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:14:45 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=232546 I've seen a lot of complex methods for keeping our furry "friends" away from the bird seed (a motion-sensor attached to a garden hose is probably my favorite); but this solution might be a little cheaper and easier. Actually, it definitely is.

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-squirrels-from-getting-into-your-bird-feeder/feed/ 0 DJHeini, Flickr How to Keep Your Shower Caddy from Constantly Falling Down! http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-shower-caddy-from-constantly-falling-down/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-shower-caddy-from-constantly-falling-down/#comments Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:58:56 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=232195 Shower caddies like to fall down. Frequently. Right in the middle of your shower. Guess what, though?

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-shower-caddy-from-constantly-falling-down/feed/ 0 pepemczolz, Flickr How to Chill Your Glass of White Wine Without Watering it Down http://tri1025.com/how-to-chill-your-glass-of-white-wine-without-watering-it-down/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-chill-your-glass-of-white-wine-without-watering-it-down/#comments Thu, 25 Apr 2013 22:16:46 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=230930 Warm white wine is almost as gross at chilled red wine. But what do you do if you haven't had time to chill your white wine before it's time to pour? Use ice? Not unless you enjoy wine-flavored water after a few minutes. Try this instead...

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-chill-your-glass-of-white-wine-without-watering-it-down/feed/ 0 quinn.anya, Flickr Check Out These Creative Ways to Use Wooden Pallets! [PICTURES] http://tri1025.com/check-out-these-creative-ways-to-use-wooden-pallets-pictures/ http://tri1025.com/check-out-these-creative-ways-to-use-wooden-pallets-pictures/#comments Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:10:48 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=230416 I worked in retail for almost three years; and in that time, I dealt with wooden pallets...a lot. We always had a huge stack of them in our stock room, and I remember thinking how sturdy and versatile they were. At the time, I had no idea how right I was!

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]]> http://tri1025.com/check-out-these-creative-ways-to-use-wooden-pallets-pictures/feed/ 0 Enjoy These Quick and Simple 'Life Hacks' [VIDEO] http://tri1025.com/enjoy-these-quick-and-simple-life-hacks-video/ http://tri1025.com/enjoy-these-quick-and-simple-life-hacks-video/#comments Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:24:49 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=230508 I love finding little tips and tricks to make life easier (kids these days, like me, call them "Life Hacks").  That's why this video stood out to me...

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]]> http://tri1025.com/enjoy-these-quick-and-simple-life-hacks-video/feed/ 0 YouTube How to Keep Your Laptop from Overheating http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-laptop-from-overheating/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-laptop-from-overheating/#comments Mon, 22 Apr 2013 23:03:13 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=229545 When I bought my laptop computer a couple years ago, I also got suckered into buying a fancy base to put underneath it. It had built-in electric fans to keep my computer from overheating. Turns out, it was a piece of junk. The fan blades broke, jammed up the motor, and fried the whole thing! I should have just used something else to keep my laptop ventilated...

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]]> http://tri1025.com/how-to-keep-your-laptop-from-overheating/feed/ 0 ThinkStock How to Open a Can with a Spoon [VIDEO] http://tri1025.com/how-to-open-a-can-with-a-spoon-video/ http://tri1025.com/how-to-open-a-can-with-a-spoon-video/#comments Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:47:31 +0000 Drew http://tri1025.com/?p=228859 My wife and I have this space-age, fancy can opener at home that's supposed to open cans quickly and easily; and it doesn't work at all! It's been the source of a lot of frustration on burrito nights, believe me! That's why I'm glad I found this way to open a can with a spoon!

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