Deciding whether or not to tackle a gardening job yourself will depend on many things. How much strength you have, your level of knowledge, your time, and your degree of interest in taking on the project. It’s never wise to take on something you can’t finish, or you can’t do properly, because unfinished projects costContinue reading “Gardening DIY, or Call a Pro?”
Tag Archives: Prudent Living
Saving Energy in your Home
One of the major expense in your home is probably your energy bill(s), with most of it going to heating and cooling your home. Here are several low cost solutions to help make your home more comfortable and energy efficient. Cover Drafty Windows Use a heavy-duty, clear plastic sheet on a frame or use aContinue reading “Saving Energy in your Home”
Prudent Pantry: Salt: An Essential Pantry Ingredient
While you may think of salt as simply a white granular food seasoning, there are many more uses for salt. It is true; salt does accent the flavor of meat, brings out the individuality of vegetables, and deepens the flavor of delicate desserts. No other seasoning has yet been found that can satisfactorily take theContinue reading “Prudent Pantry: Salt: An Essential Pantry Ingredient”
Recipe Box: Lentil Salad
Lentil Salad with Goat Cheese, makes four servings. I’m already thinking ahead to summer and how good this salad would be in a lettuce wrap!
My Garden: Growing Seedlings Inside
Do you live in an area of the country with a short growing season? If you are interested in having your own vegetable seedlings you will have to start your seeds indoors. After reading last week’s post on Time To Plant Seeds you will know how to figure out when to start your seeds indoors.Continue reading “My Garden: Growing Seedlings Inside”
Going From Two Incomes To One
Do you currently live o two incomes? Could you imagine only living on one income? Perhaps one of you wants to stay home with your young children or maybe you’d like to go back to school. The decision to go from two incomes to one begins with a detailed look at your household finances. CarefullyContinue reading “Going From Two Incomes To One”
Time To Start Planting Seeds
Monday I wrote that Organization is Key. I find that this is especially true when getting ready to start my seeds! I have a large container of seeds, some that I have purchased this year and many other leftover packets from the last couple of years. How do I know which seeds to plant when?Continue reading “Time To Start Planting Seeds”
How Many Days Until Spring?
The houseplants have been tended to, the seeds have been ordered and I’m just counting the days until spring. Here in Vermont, like many other places has been experiencing a very cold and snowy winter. I will admit I love the change of seasons and I really try to take advantage of our beautiful winterContinue reading “How Many Days Until Spring?”
2015 Worm Update
Remember my worm farm? It’s been in operation for over a year now and is doing quiet well. During the warmer months I move the whole worm farm outside into a protected area where it is under the eves of the house. However during the winter months I move the container into our garage. OurContinue reading “2015 Worm Update”
Frugal Tips: Riley Needs Dog Treats
When we had two dogs I made dog treats more often. Now that we only have one dog (my daughter’s Boston Terrier) I don’t make treats as often. However this week we were out of dog treats and Riley expects one when she comes in from doing her business. I really didn’t feel like making aContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Riley Needs Dog Treats”
Nancy on the Home Front 