The general rule of thumb is that thicker ointments help dry skin, medium-density creams are best for normal to combination and lightweight, fluid lotions work well for oily skin. Dr Jinah Yoo recommends: For sensitive skin, choose a fragrance-free and hypoallergenic moisturiser to reduce irritation. Should two moisturizers go onRead More →

Never use fire brick exposed to the weather where it can freeze. Fire brick is porous and it will absorb moisture, freeze, then expand and crack (spall). Also, the mortar is the wrong type for exterior weather conditions. There is high density fire brick, but is not common, used inRead More →

When Esperanza says her name means “waiting,” she has taken the Spanish verb esperar, which means “to wait or expect,” and superimposed it on the noun hope. Why does Esperanza want a different name and what is the significance of the names she lists at the end of the chapter?Read More →

Chaplet of the Sacred Heart. The Chaplet of the Holy Face. Chaplet of the Precious Blood. CHAPLETS OF OUR LADY. What are the different Catholic Chaplets? Chaplet of Saint Philomena, consisting of three white beads and thirteen red beads. Bridgettine Rosary, consisting of six decades of ten beads each. ThereRead More →

Oysters and clams have similar flavors, especially those that come from the same type of water (saltwater vs freshwater). However, they do have some distinctions that make them better choices for some meals than others. Clams tend to have a saltier flavor than oysters, and the taste can be veryRead More →