Last week I had to throw away pears that went bad and it made me realize how rare it is that we need to throw away food in our house. In fact I think that we’re pretty good when it comes to managing what’s in the fridge and making sure that we don’t have to […]
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Recently, I talked about the exciting (and scary!) business of investing in a chalet, a cottage or a summer house. Even if you’re not currently on the market for such a thing, there are still many ways to get away from the city and move closer to a bit of wilderness. Of course, traditional camping is always an option, but the increasingly popular camping trend known as “glamping” might be the frugal traveler’s next favourite activity.
Read MoreBe it in the winter, for skiing purposes, or in the summer, to enjoy a little dip in a peaceful lake, many people appreciate spending their weekends or vacations in the countryside, away from the city’s turmoil. I have myself been regularly going to my parents’ chalet ever since I was 9 days old and, […]
Read MoreTrying to sell a property can become a real nightmare if you’re in a hurry or if you’re not able to get a decent price for it. Everyone would like to be able to find buyers quickly and to have the price they want for it, but unfortunately it’s not always the case. Here are […]
Read MoreI’m a huge fan of arts & crafts, and I always have new projects that I would like to take on, but unfortunately I never have enough time to do them all. I normally work on most of my projects in front of the TV; this way I feel less guilty when I do the […]
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We’ve all felt it; our sense of smell getting assaulted by various odours and chemicals in the air. Although the smells may not be unpleasant or even noticeable, some can affect our overall health, so I wanted to talk about some natural ways to counteract this in your home. An air purifier is a recommended […]
Read MoreOne of my friends was recently telling me how she would really like to be greener at her new condo. She wanted to start out on the right foot and get good habits in this new environment (like a fresh start). When we first shared our tips and habits, I was wondering in reality how […]
Read MoreTwo years ago, I bought my first condo at the age of 25. Although I was quite proud of this achievement, and happy not to throw away my money on rent, I thought it was necessary to cut on many expenses, including those trips I liked so much. After a cheap move and a few […]
Read MoreHave you ever heard the following expression: a little kindness goes a long way? Beginner couponers and advanced couponers alike should all take a moment out of their day to show a little kindness to some of the people they like the most; the companies that supply them with their products. By sending a simple […]
Read MoreIn 2012, Target found itself at the center of a huge controversy (which you can read about here) because of a formula that their ‘Guest Marketing Analytic’ department had figured out; they called it “Customer Segmentation”.
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