Posts by seashells

I don't do this yet but I do recommend the book. And I don't see the point of an expensive composting toilet. A set of 5 gal buckets (more than one is best, to rotate) and a toilet seat is really all you need, though a wooden box is...

I have the book too, and it does a nice job showing yurts as a viable living arrangement, and not some waaaay out there kooky setup. My parents and in-laws were shown some key photos in the book (specifically the ones that were set up...

Good point Stormbride, but I have to admit that the OP's partner is probably not actually responsible for the weekly pickup and such, because he doesn't live there during the week.   The weekend stuff and the laundry he brings...

Quote: Originally Posted by MomtoDandJ  In our house, coats and proper footwear are non-negotiable items. I feel like kids for some reason don't get cold like adults do because I always see so many kids on the...

Quote: Originally Posted by philomom  I pay Land's End for a suit that looks good on my body type and the I treat the suit kindly so it lasts three or seasons. . I was a little shocked and amused by that... I...

I just realized I should say, the stuffed husband idea is not mine, but some other clever mama here at mdc.

I was just thinking, maybe you could actually try CIO.   On your husband.   If he complains about something, just ignore. Let him cry it out. Oh well.   I'm all for wives helping husbands, but it goes both...

DD, 5 years old, has cavities that we can easily see with our bare eyes in the two back molars. We haven't even looked at the top ones, so those could be goners too.   I feel awful about this, and comments from other people...

The concept you are looking for is called "sinking funds" and they are separate from the emergency fund.   While you certainly can take variable expenses out of the emergency fund if you so choose (and you would already be...

I don't feel qualified in the slightest to speak about emotional things like eating to fill a void or fluff feeling safe, though I'm aware of such issues and know they exist.   But I know all about the waste issue and just...