Could you go home again?
Monday, June 15, 2009
I heard it not once, but twice, at my grade school reunion recently - stories of people moving back into the old neighborhood AND into their parents' old homes. Could you do it?
Cell phone for Grandma
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
When my 91-year-old mother-in-law stopped driving and moved into an assisted living facility, she started to rely on taxis to get around town. It was time to get her a cell phone. But which one?
Two books celebrating comfort cloth
Thursday, May 21, 2009
When I was first married, I loved hitting garage and estate sales looking for vintage linens. Kids and career put my scavenging on hold, but these two books by EllynAnne Geisel make me want to revive my old hobby.
Coupons without scissors!
Monday, May 11, 2009
I've never been a big coupon clipper. It was too much of a hassle to sort through and cut them out and, when I did take the time, I'd forget to take the darn things to the store. That's the genius of Shortcuts.com.
PocketBacs 5 for $5
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Sick with swine flu germ worries? Bath & Body Works' pocket-sized anti-bacterial gels are currently on sale. 'Good day to stock up.
10 great Earth Day tips
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Here are some low-cost, high impact ways to celebrate Earth Day from my friend, Diane McEachern, at BigGreenPurse.
Trade your unwanted books, CDs and DVDs
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Spring cleaning your shelves of all those unwanted books, movies and CDs? Here's a place to unload it all. SwapTree.com will help you give your cast-offs to people who really want them, or trade them for more books, CDs and DVDs you want.
Doing my bit to support the economy
Saturday, April 4, 2009
I spent almost $200 on consumer goods today, and it felt great. I bought a too-cute organic cotton skirt, a much-needed stainless tea kettle and - drumroll, please - a lighted make-up mirror. Can you say 'life changer'?!
Return to one of my favorite sites: CocktailTimes.com
Friday, April 3, 2009
At CocktailTimes.com, you can find a libation for any occasion - even a no-occasion weekend. It's a well-designed and easily navigated treasure trove of alcoholic delights. I use it more frequently than I should!
It's "Fix a Leak Week"
Friday, March 27, 2009
The Environmental Protection Agency says the typical house can waste up to 11,000 gallons per year through leaks. Time to check out your pipes, peeps!
Getting crafty for Easter
Monday, March 23, 2009
I'm the polar opposite of Martha Stewart, but these felted eggs look so charming - and the directions are doable, if not simple - I'm feeling my inner crafter starting to emerge.
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