My sweet grandson was anxious to show me something. He called, "Come on, come on" to me as he ran down the hall to his sister's room. He took me to the window, lifted the curtain and said, "Sun. Sun, Grandma!" Since it was totally dark outside I didn't catch on for a bit. Then I realized that window faced east. He was showing me where the … [Read more...]
How to Make $500 Worth of Free Compost! (page loads slowly)
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April Deals and Warm Weather Fun Ahead (Plus Zeriscaping)
You can save money this Spring for fun outdoor living that lasts into early Autumn. 1. On sale in April: laptops, cookware, barbeque grills, and insulated drapes. Click here for ways to use these to save on upcoming events and to reap the savings through Summer and into Fall. Remember insulated drapes save on air conditioning bills as well as … [Read more...]
Pallet Privacy Screen Planter
Easy Pallet Privacy ScreenThis is one of the nicest ways to recycle a wooden pallet that I've seen. Make a pallet into an outdoor privacy screen that doubles as a planter. You don't have to tear apart the pallet and you get a very attractive addition to your outdoor living. Love it!Basically you just set the pallet on end and attach planters. You … [Read more...]
5 Springtime Opportunities to Seize
Welcome, Spring!Happy Spring! Let the change in seasons be good to you and for you! It's a new season and a new chance to make easy improvements in your finances and well-being. Here are some great ways to improve your quality of life this Spring that will continue to give you benefits all through Summer!1. With the cold weather we're having, … [Read more...]
Bowling Ball Gazing Ball Art for Your Garden or Yard
Mosaic with GroutI know two people in their 20's who display old bowling balls artfully in their back yards. Think of a sculpture garden. You spy them here and there among the foliage. Well, people display "gazing balls," and this is recycling! I've been to their gardens and really enjoy being surprised by the bowling balls. A plus, they … [Read more...]
Gardening Brings Peace on Earth Good Will Toward Men
A town in England has found the secret to peace and goodwill toward men, women, children and even teenagers. All they did was start a town-wide program of vegetable gardens. All sorts of vegetables, herbs, and fruit were planted all over town in pockets of unused public spaces. Anyone and everyone was allowed to harvest the produce and use it for … [Read more...]