Three years ago I started bicycling to work. It was a gradual thing. It took extra planning to ride--there were issues with clothing, issues with carrying stuff on the bike.
It was time again to stock up on some things, and so this past weekend I went to my usual places: the fish market in Pyrmont (where one employee asked me how work was going since t
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How to Give Yourself a Manicure at Home
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Today we found articles on how to fall asleep in two minutes, scientific ways to be more productive, and three ways to boost your income.
Pay Your Bills and 5 Other Things You Must Do Before You Leave on Vacation
Vacation's end can be a real downer. Extend your holiday by making the return home stress free with some easy, before-you-go planning.
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Frugal Transport--bicycling
Three years ago I started bicycling to work. It was a gradual thing. It took extra planning to ride--there were issues with clothing, issues with carrying stuff on the bike.
Going Native: Landscaping for Your Climate
From the dry desert to the humid woods, paying attention to your climate when you landscape can benefit both your wallet and the environment.
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It was time again to stock up on some things, and so this past weekend I went to my usual places: the fish market in Pyrmont (where one employee asked me how work was going since t
9 Money Secrets of the Amish
The lifestyle of the Amish includes hard work and simple living — which also equals more money in the bank. Could simpler finances work for you?
Best Money Tips: How to Stop Overspending With Friends
Today we found articles on how to stop overspending with friends, what you need to know about crowdfunded real estate, and ways to set a realistic budget for your household.
14 Dirty Details of Traveling Full-Time
Full-time travel is awesome, but there are some basic things you need to take care of. From health insurance to mail, discover the dirty details.
Best Money Tips: How to Treat Sunburned Eyes
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