A common question that used to be asked when going to the grocery store was “paper or plastic?” These days, at least in our area, most stores default to plastic. Most of us like to do what we can to cut down on the amount of waste that ends up in the landfill. So, can…
Adding a garbage disposal to your kitchen sink can make life a bit easier by saving you time and cutting down on the amount of food waste you throw away. At the same time, if you don’t treat it the way it was intended, you can potentially end up with a costly repair bill. While…
Not too long ago, we decided to sign up for curbside recycling at our home. We were already taking our recyclables to the local recycling center, but we thought the added convenience justified the cost. In the past, we never recycled wood. But with the new curbside service, and with living on two acres with…
We love candles, creating a cozy atmosphere to our home as the flame flickers and adds a feeling of warmth. But there are some candles that can be bad for your health, making burning a candle more of a concern than a pleasure. However, if you want to keep the flame lit and keep using…
If you’re like my family, you go through your fair share of paper plates. As much as we’d like to help the environment by using only reusable dishware, sometimes it’s in our best interest to use something that requires very little cleanup. There’s also times where it just makes more sense to use paper, such…
You often hear of tweaks or substitutes that even the most seasoned baker has to do to their recipes occasionally, whether it be for a lack of an ingredient or, in some cases, to compensate for an allergy. One such substitution is using applesauce in place of eggs. Finding out how much applesauce to use…
Personally, I never have leftover pasta. However, if you made more than you and your family can handle (or it didn’t turn out as well as anticipated), you’re probably wondering what your options are for your leftovers. The first option, which unfortunately is the one taken by most people, is to simply throw your leftover…
For many, pizza is one of quickest, easiest, and tastiest meals on the planet. Whether it’s for an evening meal with your kids, or for a dinner date with your significant other, it’s hard to deny that pizza makes for an easy meal with an even-easier clean up. With pizza generally being sold in cardboard…
While purchasing plants to grow around my backyard pool during the summer, I became intrigued with the bird of paradise plant. This group of plants grows large flowers resembling the bird of paradise bird in flight. I opted to order two white bird of paradise plants from a grower in Florida. I liked the crane-like…
Why Does a Radiator Need to be Flushed? As with anything metal, over time rust and other deposits tend to build up within the radiator. It is always recommended to reference the vehicle’s owners manual but a common guide is every 50,000 miles it should be flushed as a standard maintenance precaution. In flushing and…