Besides the big changes of ensuring we have enough insulation everywhere, we are going to try putting plastic over our windows for an extra air gap from our old aluminum windows. Hopefully that will help keep some of the cold out.
Thank you for calling out the gift giving mystery. My wife, a nurse, seems to always be going to baby showers, weddings, and as you've stated, buys gifts for several other kids special events. Actually alarmed our financial planner. Glad to hear it's not just us. Trying to set a per kid limit, but struggling to adhere. Will try your advice.
We've learned that it's more efficient to wear layers and keep our bodies warm, than to try to keep an entire house warm! Three layers of cotton, silk, and/or wool can work warm magic.
The first top layer should be fairly snug, to keep your core warm. Tuck that top layer into your first pants layer to keep in body heat. After that, just keep adding thin layers until you are warm.
A turtleneck is great to keep your neck from feeling the breeze. Consider wearing a knitted hat or warm head band, and don't forget fingerless mitts (for both genders!).
We find that natural fabrics keep you warmer than polyester, etc., at least inside the house.
Heating oil is about $4/gallon here. We keep our house at 60F during the day and 57F at night, so the furnace doesn't have to come on too often.
Weird thing is that you get used to it and when you go to "normal" homes and they've got their furnace cranking at 70F, I have to start peeling off the layers pretty fast!
The cheapest and fastest way is to add layers. I have lived in Syracuse and Minnneapolis and learned that an extra layer that isn't too bulky makes a major difference.
I get all of my blankets and winter clothes at Goodwill or Plato's Closet. You can find great stuff for just a little money (I recently purchased a wool pea coat for $25). Also, putting plastic over your windows if you life in a drafty home can help reduce heating costs. And finally, find a cuddle buddy! Body warmth is the best!
I was hoping to find my car (Honda Civic) on this list but after thinking about it I realized that would probably be on the list of cars that thieves want to steal. Great tip about the emergency break, a simple thing to do and if it can mean the difference between losing or keeping your car I'll be reaching for it every time I park.
I teach automotive repair to people who like to do things themselves and not get ripped off by mechanics. Just go to Youtube and search for : KLOWNY1969 ...and all my videos will show up. I teach everything from how to change an air filter to race car tech. You can also subscribe to my channel for free to be notified whenever i post up a new video..So come check out my videos and dont get ripped off ever again!!
My "treehuggers" are organic hay farmers, vegetarians, with extensive gardens for themselves already. This should be titled "for the urban treehugger" because it doesn't pertain to active hippies.
Thank you for sharing this post to help us stay stress-free and enjoy the holiday season with family. Sometimes we get wrapped up in the holiday gift shopping that we forget to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year! We will be tweeting your tips to stay stress-free to our followers from our Twitter account, @OncorPML.
I am fortunate enough to live near a big-box wine (and beer and spirits) store that has tastings every weekend, and even luckier that state law allows them to do it for free. The pourer gives out coupons for 10% off on bottles being tasted. I have found several great values that have become staples in my rack. If Bacchus really smiles, I will hit a day when a winery is visiting to show off their finest - got to taste a Stag's Leap cab that retails for over $100 and lives up to its 96 rating.
First I've heard of the book, but definitely going to have to pick it up. I've been considering a couple different business ideas and simply haven't pulled the trigger. Not even sure what it is that's stalling me or holding me back.
I can't believe someone said these are the best machines. Maybe to just make a repair once in awhile but not for serious sewers and especially not for quilters. They are so cheaply made that they are not going to hold up to serious use or sew with the smoothness and precision of the better machines needed for accurate seaming when quilting. I agree, you are much better off buying a quality used machine then buying this cheap junk new to keep the cost down.
When we were dating we had played a game as a team and he played "heebie" instead of the word I'd picked, because "heebie" was cooler. (That's the word I remember, even thought it isn't in the Official Scrabble Players dictionary...) My word was worth 1 point more.
I was FURIOUS! (Hey, I was young. I still sweated the small stuff.) We quarreled, and he said he'd never play on my team for a Scrabble game ever again. When he gave me the game years later, I took it as a sign that he loved me even though I'm an uber-competetive control freak!
Years later, my mom gave me a Scrabble dictionary as a further aid to marital happiness...
My place is always growing mildew , spray on bleach and water in bathroom stall and change the shower curtain with a mildew resistant one , I am going to do that right now ! Have a nice winter !
I keep myself warm by drinking lots of hot tea and coffee
heat set on low (65) and lots of sweaters and blankets. Old crotchet afghans are the best!
Besides the big changes of ensuring we have enough insulation everywhere, we are going to try putting plastic over our windows for an extra air gap from our old aluminum windows. Hopefully that will help keep some of the cold out.
Thank you for calling out the gift giving mystery. My wife, a nurse, seems to always be going to baby showers, weddings, and as you've stated, buys gifts for several other kids special events. Actually alarmed our financial planner. Glad to hear it's not just us. Trying to set a per kid limit, but struggling to adhere. Will try your advice.
We've learned that it's more efficient to wear layers and keep our bodies warm, than to try to keep an entire house warm! Three layers of cotton, silk, and/or wool can work warm magic.
The first top layer should be fairly snug, to keep your core warm. Tuck that top layer into your first pants layer to keep in body heat. After that, just keep adding thin layers until you are warm.
A turtleneck is great to keep your neck from feeling the breeze. Consider wearing a knitted hat or warm head band, and don't forget fingerless mitts (for both genders!).
We find that natural fabrics keep you warmer than polyester, etc., at least inside the house.
Heating oil is about $4/gallon here. We keep our house at 60F during the day and 57F at night, so the furnace doesn't have to come on too often.
Weird thing is that you get used to it and when you go to "normal" homes and they've got their furnace cranking at 70F, I have to start peeling off the layers pretty fast!
Hope this helps!
The cheapest and fastest way is to add layers. I have lived in Syracuse and Minnneapolis and learned that an extra layer that isn't too bulky makes a major difference.
I get all of my blankets and winter clothes at Goodwill or Plato's Closet. You can find great stuff for just a little money (I recently purchased a wool pea coat for $25). Also, putting plastic over your windows if you life in a drafty home can help reduce heating costs. And finally, find a cuddle buddy! Body warmth is the best!
We keep the thermostat down but I wear sweaters around the house.
I was hoping to find my car (Honda Civic) on this list but after thinking about it I realized that would probably be on the list of cars that thieves want to steal. Great tip about the emergency break, a simple thing to do and if it can mean the difference between losing or keeping your car I'll be reaching for it every time I park.
I have to say my children!
Oh thank you! If you hadn't put it in CAPS I would never have understood you. Idiot!
I teach automotive repair to people who like to do things themselves and not get ripped off by mechanics. Just go to Youtube and search for : KLOWNY1969 ...and all my videos will show up. I teach everything from how to change an air filter to race car tech. You can also subscribe to my channel for free to be notified whenever i post up a new video..So come check out my videos and dont get ripped off ever again!!
My "treehuggers" are organic hay farmers, vegetarians, with extensive gardens for themselves already. This should be titled "for the urban treehugger" because it doesn't pertain to active hippies.
Yay! I'm in the top 10. Let's hope I didn't jinx myself.... surprised about the Audi, too.
Thank you for sharing this post to help us stay stress-free and enjoy the holiday season with family. Sometimes we get wrapped up in the holiday gift shopping that we forget to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year! We will be tweeting your tips to stay stress-free to our followers from our Twitter account, @OncorPML.
I would love to get any financial help available. i am trying to reduce credit card use and raise my credit score ,thank you for the information.
I am fortunate enough to live near a big-box wine (and beer and spirits) store that has tastings every weekend, and even luckier that state law allows them to do it for free. The pourer gives out coupons for 10% off on bottles being tasted. I have found several great values that have become staples in my rack. If Bacchus really smiles, I will hit a day when a winery is visiting to show off their finest - got to taste a Stag's Leap cab that retails for over $100 and lives up to its 96 rating.
My best gift was a handmade wooden jewelry box my husband gave me for our anniversary while we were dating.
First I've heard of the book, but definitely going to have to pick it up. I've been considering a couple different business ideas and simply haven't pulled the trigger. Not even sure what it is that's stalling me or holding me back.
That would probably be my engagement ring - 18 years ago!
This is a great list for whatever mood you are in (productive, creative, relaxing). I prefer the 'go to the bookstore' option myself.
I can't believe someone said these are the best machines. Maybe to just make a repair once in awhile but not for serious sewers and especially not for quilters. They are so cheaply made that they are not going to hold up to serious use or sew with the smoothness and precision of the better machines needed for accurate seaming when quilting. I agree, you are much better off buying a quality used machine then buying this cheap junk new to keep the cost down.
A Scrabble game from my new husband.
When we were dating we had played a game as a team and he played "heebie" instead of the word I'd picked, because "heebie" was cooler. (That's the word I remember, even thought it isn't in the Official Scrabble Players dictionary...) My word was worth 1 point more.
I was FURIOUS! (Hey, I was young. I still sweated the small stuff.) We quarreled, and he said he'd never play on my team for a Scrabble game ever again. When he gave me the game years later, I took it as a sign that he loved me even though I'm an uber-competetive control freak!
Years later, my mom gave me a Scrabble dictionary as a further aid to marital happiness...
My place is always growing mildew , spray on bleach and water in bathroom stall and change the shower curtain with a mildew resistant one , I am going to do that right now ! Have a nice winter !
Sounds like a great book - thanks for the chance to win