28 MAY 2019 WOMANSDAY
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It was common practice in
16th-century England to
give newlyweds butter, which
was considered a symbol
of wealth and fertility.
Butter
Clever
Uses for
Start spreading
the news.
1
Prevent
While baking, slather a thin layer
of butter all over your hands
before mixing cookie batter or
making crispy rice treats to
keep your hands from
getting sloppy.
2
Slip off
your ring
Use a bit of butter to
loosen a tight ring stuck
on your finger.
Make the
medicine go down
If you have a hard time
swallowing pills, rub them
with a light coating of butter
before taking them
with water.
4
Dislodge gum
from hair
Massage butter into
the offending wad
to slide it easily from
tangled locks.
Calm your cat
When guests come to visit,
rub a little bit of butter on the
tops of your kitty’s paws
to keep her occupied while
she acclimates to the
new company.
MIKEGARTEN.DID YOU KNOW?