Most of the time when we use the term “plugged in” these days were talking about the internet.  Well, I’m talking about all the electrical gadgets that are plugged in to an outlet in your home.  Last spring I had a utility bill that was $292.  It made my jaw drop.  My utility bill rarely goes above $200 and this was from one of those gorgeous spring months that we didn’t have the air or the heat going.  I could...

I have a love/hate relationship with housework.  I love for my house to be clean, I hate actually cleaning it.  That’s why I love things like the dishwasher that can make my life easier.  And easier it is, especially if you run your dishwasher every night.  You may ask, well what if it’s not full?  Well, you have two options: if there are just a couple of dishes – hand wash them.  If the dishwasher is half full, I...

First, did you know that milk is freezable? Second, did you know your freezer actually works less when it’s full? Third, did you know that 6 out of every 10 items purchased at the grocery store are impulse items? I give you these neat facts to give reasoning behind my cool tip today.  You can decrease your trips to the grocery store for necessary items, relieving the opporunity for impulse buys, & save on your utilities by buying...

Most homes in America today have 3 bedrooms.  If your house is vacated during the day with kids at school and adults and work, shut all the bedroom doors.  The A/C unit will have less to cool in your absense.  Plus, when you do return home, it will be after the hottest part of the day.  Open up the rooms and they will be plenty cool by bed time. Share on...

We have truly reached the dog days of summer in SW Missouri.  Did you know for every degree you raise your thermostat you can save an average of 3% on your utility bill?  My challenge to you today is to raise your thermostat by at least one degree.  My house is set at 78, how about you? Share on Facebook

“My son, preserve sound judgment and discernment, do not let them out of your sight; they will be life for you, an ornament to grace your neck.  Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble; when you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.  Have no fear of sudden disaster or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked, for the Lord will be your confidence and will keep your foot...