Earlier this year, we decided to upgrade the insulation in our attic to R60. Prior to doing so, we lost a lot of heat from our attic each winter as evidenced by multiple very large icicles around our entire home. In summer, we boiled from the heat and had to use a window air conditioner just to survive.
This past spring, I decided to try planting some tomatoes without buying any seeds, soil, or other gardening supplies. Here’s how I did it:
First, I cut toilet paper rolls in half and put them in a tray. I added soil from our compost pile to each half roll. There was a roma tomato in the fridge that was starting to go bad, so I sliced it up and put one slice into each half roll and then covered the slice with a little bit more soil. I watered the plants and put them near the window where they would have adequate sunlight.
Sobeys isn’t the cheapest grocery store, but there are still smart ways to save when you shop there. Here’s how to make the most of your money:
If you’ve watched the news at all lately, you will be aware of the economic turbulence facing almost every country on the planet. It’s important for all of us to protect our families and ensure they are well cared for. What follows is a quick discussion on some ways to tackle taking care of our families during these difficult times.
Not long ago our power company was proactively offering a time-of-use pilot program. I was naïve, and didn’t spend enough time researching it before I enthusiastically signed up. I had originally thought that we would be able to cut our electricity costs, as long as I used our oven, dishwasher, and washer and dryer only during the less expensive periods throughout the day. Unfortunately, I failed to understand how the program actually worked.