Every girl should now how to keep up her own home. When you go off to college, and may have to live alone, you should be able fix up a leaky sink or how to hang a picture. Where to begin?
Well there are some basic things you should have around. In the guide it says to have safety glasses, claw hammer, nails, screwdriver, screws, wrench, pliers, glue gun, tape measure, saw, and a drill. Before you try to dive into the world of fixing up, understand that safety is very important. Make sure you know how to use all of these tools before experimenting. It would also be a good idea to have a parental or experienced supervisor present.
When constructing my own tool box, I found some other things to also add. There is nothing better to have in a bad situation than duct tape. I cannot say how many times I have had a pipe break and kept water from getting all over the kitchen floor with duct tape. Of course, it isn't a permanent fix. It sure helps when you need to stop a disaster though.
Another staple is a pen or pencil. Whenever you make measurements or need to make a cut, a pencil is your best friend. The eraser may not work, but it sure is helpful to have around. The best part of this chapter is that girls can feel they are strong enough to do anything. You don't need to call that plumber or older brother every time something goes wrong. Instead you can pull out the old guide and a few skills you learn on your own.
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