Tag Archives: moths

Frugal Moth Repellent

Got moths? Even if you don’t see the moths flying around, you know that you have them when you find holes in your clothes or their eggs. Yuck. Moths may be in your home even in the winter, since your home is heated. They need food and shelter and may just be taking advantage of your hospitality. Years ago, the standard repellent for moths was the classic use of moth balls. But who could really live with the moth ball smell on their clothes? A better answer is to use cedar. Cedar is a natural wood that repels moths and … Continue reading →

A Girl of the Limberlost — Gene Stratton Porter

“A Girl of the Limberlost” is the first Gene Stratton Porter book I ever had the privilege to read, and it certainly wasn’t the last. Elnora Comstock’s father passed away years ago, leaving her behind with her heartsick mother, Kate. Kate’s grief has turned into cold, sullen anger, and Elnora has never really been shown kindness from her mother. She has friends on a neighboring farm, but it’s not the same as her mother’s love. High school is just around the corner, and Elnora needs money for books. It’s an added expense her mother wasn’t prepared for, and she refuses … Continue reading →