May 06
Slate recently featured a cost effectiveness study on homemade pantry staples. (Thanks to Tracy for sending me the link!) Take a look at what the author discovered when she analyzed the cost effectiveness of homemade bagels, cream cheese, yogurt, jam, crackers and granola against store bought.
Feb 05
I’m not talking about us. Goodness no! Having spent most of my life WITHOUT cable, I’m not ready to make the switch back. Not yet anyway. ABC News recently had an interesting article titled Cancel Your Cable and Still Watch Great TV. The article describes how one family uses the Internet, an antenna and a …
Jan 19
When we’re too busy or too tired to cook we usually drop by our neighborhood Subway. The food is economically priced and relatively healthy. Another great perk is my Subway Rewards Card. After so many sandwiches we get a free one. I love it! Sadly, everything comes to an end. We recently discovered that Subway …
Jan 16
Ever since my mystery skin ailment of 2007 I’ve been concerned about bed bugs. In my research I discovered that the little critters are almost impossible to get rid of. One exterminator I spoke with said it would be easier to move and buy all new things. She wasn’t joking. My skin problem was NOT …
Nov 24
For those of you who participate in Black Friday, the shopping extravaganza that is the Friday after Thanksgiving, I’ve got a great resource for you. My Dollar Plan has posted a great list of Black Friday Shopping Resources. While I don’t enjoy the crowds on Black Friday I’m going to keep my eyes peeled for …
