A Real ‘Power Walk’

Rather than pay for a gym membership, my husband and I deliver the paper. We get paid to walk everyday instead of paying to go to a gym. Both of us are getting in shape and making a few bucks as well.

A Cooler Kitchen

I have a hint to keep your kitchen cooler in the summer. Take your slow cooker out of the kitchen to cook. Plug it in an outlet in the garage, on a porch, etc. You can cook a lot of food at one time, and your kitchen won’t be hot. We are always looking for ways to stay cool in Alabama!

Tangled Necklaces?

I purchased several clear plastic fishing lure holders (the kind with the dividers). I store my necklaces in them. They are very inexpensive and I never have tangled necklace chains. Each necklace fits in its own compartment and they stack and store nicely in my bathroom drawer.

Keeping Hanging Plants Watered

When potting your hanging baskets, put a new Depends (cut to fit the size of the bottom of the pot) in the bottom and it will help hold the moisture in your plants. I buy them at garage sales for 25 to 50 cents per package. When you cut them down to size, you’ll have enough for two large pots or three smaller ones.

Flavored Water for Less

I have a tip for those who are not fond of plain water but recognize the importance of staying hydrated. I am trying to eliminate artificial sweeteners from my diet, but I really like the fruit flavored waters. I fill a water bottle about a quarter full of juice and the rest of the way with water. It tastes remarkably similar to the fruit flavored water and I no longer have to worry about artificial sweetener.