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Should You Buy Apple Products?

No, you have not accidentally stumbled upon an Electronics blog. This is still the Green Living blog. So, why am I talking about iPhones, iPads, and iPods? Because if you own an Apple product, you may be unintentionally supporting slavery. Last week, the New York Times ran an article about the abysmal working conditions of electronic manufacturing plants in China. While HP and Dell plants are included, the article focused mainly on Apple. Of course, any company expects its employees to be efficient and productive, but the Foxconn plants, from what I have read, employs modern slavery to please Apple’s … Continue reading →

Save Money, Buy Generic

One of the easiest ways to save money at the grocery store is to buy generic. Just about every item you buy has a store or generic brand and the quality has improved so much over the last several years that you may not be able to tell the difference between brand name and generic. I am not brand loyal, except for ketchup, so I will always try the store brand if it’s a good enough bargain. I did some searching online and found several things that financial experts say you should always buy generic. *Over the counter medications- the … Continue reading →

Three Kitchen Products that Waste Money

There are a ton of things that you can use in the kitchen for convenience, but many of them also waste money, and in my opinion, aren’t worth purchasing. You can get away without using these products for very little inconvenience. Crock Pot or Slow Cooker Liners I remember the first time someone gave me a box of crock pot liners. These bags allow you to cook in a crock pot without the clean up. You just lift the bag out when you are done. I gave the box away almost immediately. Why? Well, beside the fact that I don’t … Continue reading →

Should I Eat Organic Foods?

During pregnancy, we all pay more attention to what we are eating. The nutritional needs of pregnant women and growing babies include several servings of fruits and vegetables each day. This leads to concern about pesticides and fungicides used in commercial food production. Chemicals aren’t confined to the produce aisle. Grains, fruits or vegetables can be found in breads, juices, cereals, yogurt and a broad range of other food in nearly every aisle. Some health conscious people are moving toward an all organic or mostly organic diet. You may be wondering if this is something you should consider. For many … Continue reading →

Buying Organic? Know When to Spend And When to Save

Organic products can be pretty expensive. A pint of blueberries that are organic, for example, can cost as much as a dollar more than a pint of traditional blueberries, but do they make sense to buy? On average, according to some reports, going organic can cost you as much as 50 to 100 percent more than buying traditional foods. If you want to save the most you can, you should know which organic products have the most potential impact on your health. This way you can be frugal about your purchases and buy traditional products when it makes sense to … Continue reading →

College Students Try to End Slavery

College football is on a lot of minds tonight.  I myself am sitting here watching the BCS Championship out of the corner of my eye (my other eye is crying for the plight of the Fighting Irish) while writing this blog. But, some college students have something other than the national championship football game on their minds. Last Friday, the Passion 2014 conference wrapped up at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta.  Attending were about 60,000 young Christians from 56 different countries and 2,300 universities.  The four day conference consisted of community group learning sessions. What was on their mind?  Primarily, … Continue reading →

Getting Ready for Hurricane Sandy: Essentials to Have on Hand

Hurricane Sandy is bearing down on the US East Coast today, and it’s likely to move inland, sweeping up toward Canada over the next 72 hours. There’s a huge population in the storm’s path. While many have been evacuated, others will be riding out the storm at home. What should you have in your home to prepare? Store enough water for at least 72 hours, as you may be without potable water for that long. If you don’t have stored water on hand, place tap water into temporary containers such as lined bins and bottles. Check to make sure that … Continue reading →

Human Trafficking in America – Part 2

Yesterday, I was talking about human trafficking. Like many, I turned a blind eye to this until I saw statistics that just wouldn’t allow me to do that anymore. Is there anything you can do to prevent human trafficking? First of all, know that it is real and happening in our country. Second, you can recognize the signs of a possible victim. These people act like they are under someone else’s control and feel as if they are under surveillance. They work long hours for little pay, yet don’t manage their own money. They may not know English and may … Continue reading →

How to Calculate the Unit Price

Calculating the unit price of grocery items can really help you save money at the store, whether or not you clip coupons. With different brands and sizes of food product, it can often be difficult to know exactly what you are spending until it is too late and you are checking out at the cash register. Here is how to calculate the unit cost at the grocery store, so you can always get the best deal. Unit pricing can help you maximize your purchasing power. Where Can I Find the Unit Price Most stores have to display the unit price … Continue reading →

Frugal Month in Review: October 2008

“Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns.” – George Eliot October has come and gone, but we can still enjoy fall and the celebration of Thanksgiving and all of the great joys of the season. Take a look back at all of the ways to save money that were featured last month. October 1st Frugal Halloween Costumes It is fall and Halloween is approaching fast, are you ready? What do the kids want to be? You can make some great homemade costumes … Continue reading →