I am the ever-practical environmentalist; doing all that I can in my daily life to keep the earth a little greener. Most notably in my laundry practices. I’ve been air-drying exclusively now for about four years; ever since my dryer refused to heat. It makes my life easier (really!), my utility bill is down about… Read more »
Posts Tagged: frugality
The New Frugality – Fad…or Forever?
I look with bemusement, on the number of people jumping on the frugality bandwagon now that we are in an economic recession. Their ardent, new-found lifestyle is met with amazed declarations like “Wow, you can really save money by making coffee at home!” or “CFL bulbs actually put out just as much light!” Bemusement, why? … Read more »
I'm Marilyn, and I'm obsessed with vintage clothing, thrift stores, clotheslines, and Chanel. Welcome to my down-to-earth world!