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Cloth versus paper: Which do you use for napkins and cleaning towels? It’s common for newly frugal people to question whether they should switch from paper to cloth. For some people, it’s an easy decision. Plain and simple, it’s cheaper to use cloth. But it becomes a tougher choice when considering whether it’s greener. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, paper products constitute the largest portion (nearly 40 percent) of the municipal solid-waste stream but also have the greatest recycling opportunities. Reducing your reliance on paper and …
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It’s summer, and I’m surrounded by people going on vacation. I’m receiving automated e-mail replies that tell me so. My community forums are filled with members going on cruises, camping, cross-country trips and luxury vacations. My appointment at the dentist is delayed because he’s on vacation. Heck, even my mail carrier is on vacation. I’ve got a confession: I went on vacations as a kid but not once in my adult life. We go on a lot of day trips, though.
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DEAR SARA: I had a recipe for a plant spray that was comprised of garlic, water and maybe soap or vinegar. I can’t find it. It was very effective and kept the insects away from all my plants that I move outdoors during the summer. Do you know of this recipe? — Audrey, Pennsylvania
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In my house, my husband is the master jar and bottle opener. Sometimes, I don’t even have a chance to try to open one. If he sees a jar on the counter that I’m about to use, he’ll just open it for me. I like the first tip for those times he’s not around to be my jar- and bottle-opening hero.
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You can’t always get what you want. Sometimes you have to make do and be flexible. If you’re cooking and suddenly realize that you’re out of an ingredient, it might be more practical to go without it or to substitute something you have on hand. Why make a special trip to the store when gas prices are through the roof or you’re pressed for time? Or maybe you want to adjust your diet. Here’s a handy reference of common food substitutions. If you’ve made any successful …
