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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1980-03-20, Page 44"What shall' wear?" Think in terms of versatility in choosing your ,clothes for you honeymoon. Separates work best, but a pretty dress may do so much for your morale that it . becomes the start of an adventure. And, that's what travel is all about. Take a look at your itinerary. Check the climate where you are going. Think , through each • day's activities. Decide what you need for that day. comfortable shoes. Pants still acceptable. Skirts are newer. Lunch in the park. Easy. Dinner at a divine little bistro or inn in the countryside. Or maybe theatre in the evening. Something a little dressier. But if your choice of a daytime skirt is a non - wrinkle knit silk or jer- sey, just change your shirt for a soft tunic, sash it with something wild, add an exotic necklace, some strippy sandals and you're ready to go. Rule of thumb: put out what you THINK you'll need, then eliminate half of it. That's probably a little too simplistic, but it will at least head you in the right direction. Cruises seem to bother more women ,than any other kind of vacation or honeymoon. Yet today's cruises are so casual and informal, they really present no probTems at all. Shorts, slacks, bathing suits. Cotton, if you're heading for tropic ports. Add a few wildly printed evening skirts — or your favorite Mexican « rnbroidered long dress — even a muumuu adds "'fti 'the feStive air of evenings on shipboard. o Take a bathing suit cover-up which can double as a robe. Slippers which can also do for around the pool. When._ you head to ports, or into' European shops, look for such offbeat items as local jewelry and scar- ves. Take' cosmetics in sizes sufficient for ,your honeymoon — but no more. Remember tropic light is harsh, check your colors Don't forget perfume. But you can pick it up on the..duty-free ship on your way out of the country. Pack esse-ntial medicines in your tote. Take a copy of your. eyeglass prescription just in case. And a spare. pair of glasses. • Raincoats. 'The spy trench is still great. Classic. But a bright orange or yellow poncho is more fun. And folds up into its own neat bag. Also more visible. Deep the idea of fun in mind. Now go' back through the clothes you had in mind to pack, take a quick run down to the nearest shopping centre, invest in a few smashing bright extras and head on out. Save energy Follow these tips. and save energy in your kitchen. +Remember that foods cook faster in saucepans that are covered, so keep those lids on and make sure they axe tight- • fitting. +Defrost frozen meats in the refrigerator, first to cut down cooking time. ° +Make sure flame on burner fits bottom of pan being used; when desired cooking temperature is "—reached, lower flame and continue cooking. +Keep in mind that cut-up foods cook more quickly.* +When braising and cooking meat in liquid, keep pans covered, to retain heat and moisture. +When roasting use a thermometer to avoid overcooking and excess shrinkage. +Cook several things in your oven at one time Whenever you can; prepare double recipes of dishes such as stews whenever possible, freezing half for future use. +When choosing cook- ware be aware that medium to heavyweight cookware retains heat more efficiently; also that heavy glass is not as efficient as metal for cooking, requiring a longer time to cook. +Turn electric range or smooth'top range units off a few minutes before cooking is done, so that residual heat can finish the job. • from page 7 items should be within easy reach of their work area. Many furniture companies manufacture modular units which are easily -moveable and can be stacked or arranged in a variety of ways. After the basics have been purchased, you can let your imagination run free. Remember, your first home together is a time to get to know each other's tastes and per- ' sonality. Have fun and by all means, purchase that one wonderful item — painting, antique cabinet, or magnificent sofa — thatsymbolizes the home of your dreams and the future you plantto share. Although we have enough electricity in Ontario to meet altott,r present needs, it still makes, good sense to use it wisely` -not wastefully. That's why your Hydro has produced this booklet—a simple guide to suggest Ways you can save on the use of electricity, and other forms of energy in your home. Ask your Hydro for your free copy.