On my campaign to make our house more energy-efficient (for the environment AND our shrinking electric budget) I have decided that it is also a good idea to get pipe insulation for our hot water pipes. I’m going to have my hubby go to Home Depot and buy some pipe insulation and install it in the basement.
I’ve seen some little insulated boxes that fit over top of the outside water spigots to help protect them from freezing. I think that is a good idea, too. It would be awful to have one freeze and burst – especially during the day while we are not home to deal with an emergency like that.
I do try to conserve water and have always turned out the lights when I leave a room and other prudent habits. But I’m always on the lookout for more ideas on how to save money and also help the environment.
Environment, General Living, Home Improvement
My house has a big problem with the fireplace – it is leaking. We can’t use it to burn wood, which I miss greatly. The chimney is deteriorating from water damage and wood rot, so it needs some serious repair work. So I’m calling for estimates and having trouble finding anyone who wants to work on it.
I love the fireplace in this picture. It’s like the fireplace in the Cracker Barrel near my house. I wish I had a working fireplace like that one in my house. It would be awesome – you would have to pry me out of the rocking chair next to it during the winter months.
General Living, Home Improvement
Maybe I missed my calling as a professional critic. Although, I must say, my sister is even more critical than I am. The difference between us is how we present our opinions. I try to be soft with my approach, often telling a short story that illustrates my point.I really dislike confrontations and would much rather work toward solving a problem than getting into an argument.
My sister is more straightforward than I am, and has often been called a control freak. But I say, she doesn’t shirk from issues and that she manages to get things done. So, bravo! big sister! It takes all kinds of people to make the world go round, and my sister and I are working hard to make everyone else perfect.
Around Here, Family, General Living, Opinion
This year we have to set the clocks back next Sunday, which is the designated first Sunday of November. We always set the clocks back last night before bed. That way we can get the extra hour of sleep in the morning. When we do wake up we can enjoy seeing the correct time on all the clocks and we’ll be on time for anything that is time sensitive.
Around Here, General Living, Short Notes
Here is to everyone having a safe and enjoyable Halloween and that they weather cooperates with all the trick or treaters that have been all year for this annual candy free for all!
Celebrations, General Living, Just for Fun
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