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How do you polish geode crystals?

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EASY METHOD: Simply wash the geodes in plain water with a bit of laundry detergent (or dish soap), then let them soak in a tub of water with 1/4 cup of ordinary household bleach for two days. This cleans most of the heavy grit off the geodes.Click to see full answer. In this regard, how do you polish a geode? Polish your rocks. Use a heavier fabric like denim to add a commercial finishing polish to your geode. Read More...

How long will peppermint bark stay fresh?

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Peppermint bark will keep in an airtight container on the counter for about 1 1/2 – 2 weeks. If it’s really hot, wrap tightly and store the bark in the refrigerator.Click to see full answer. Herein, does Peppermint Bark need refrigerated?So, storing peppermint bark for maximum shelf life requires an airtight container and a dark, cold place — in other words, a refrigerator or freezer. Wrap peppermint bark as soon as it cools if you don’t use it right away. Read More...

Opinion | America Ferrera Barbie speech isnt for the real world

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In the final act of the “Barbie” movie, when the Kens have taken over Barbieland and Barbie has lost hope, America Ferrera — playing Gloria, a working mom visiting from the real world — gives a rousing speech that has been the subject of so much discussion, we might as well call it The Speech. The Speech articulates the ridiculous, conflicting standards that women are expected to meet: physically, professionally, socially and emotionally (“always be grateful”). Read More...