Jenn Greenleaf | March 2, 2010
In keeping with the information being presented on this blog recently about self-sufficiency, we’re going to talk about how to raise pigs. Raising pigs isn’t as difficult as many believe. Here are some links to lead you: How to Raise Healthy Pigs Keeping a Pig For Meat? How to do Things: Care For a Pig [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | February 27, 2010
Self-sufficiency is on the minds of many consumers, particularly those who are already implementing the “reduce, reuse, and recycle” practice into their households. With these principles in mind, it’s a smoother transition into self-sufficiency. Why? Because these homeowners are looking for ways to reuse household items and, in the case of composting, this is achievable. [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | February 24, 2010
Let’s face it; being more self-sufficient should be touching most of our lives by now. However, taking this step is difficult for many. There are a number of ways to be more self-sufficient in our homes, and in an economy that’s struggling as ours is, it could help to explore and implement some or all [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | September 3, 2009
Being on a budget is as common in today’s market as serving peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in school lunches. However, finding resources about budget home improvements may not come as easily. Here are some links to guide you: Home Improvement on a Budget Budget Home Improvement About.com: Budget Home Improvements Budget Home Decorating, Improvement, [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | July 26, 2009
While the majority of contractors out there are trustworthy and honest, there are always one or two sour ones in the bunch. Like with everything else, consumers must be aware of such issues. Here are some tips to follow when choosing a contractor you can trust: Before choosing a contractor, create a list of what [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | April 8, 2009
Are you looking at a long list of home improvement tasks and wondering, “Where in the world am I going to come up with the money to do all of this?” You’re not alone. Here are some links to lead you: The Pro’s and Con’s of Home Equity Loans Home Equity: Know the Pro’s [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | February 24, 2009
Silly question, right? To some, this is already a reality that can’t be stopped. For others, though, who are on the brink of foreclosure there are still options to explore. Here are some links to lead you: Stopping Foreclosure – Ways to Stop Foreclosure – Avoiding Foreclosure Stop Foreclosure Before They Start The Foreclosure Process [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | February 10, 2009
Last night, we gathered the family together for a meeting. We do this at least once per week to catch up, go over new things that will be happening in the household, and address any issues anyone might have. Last night, the subject of being more cost conscious came up. Here are some of the [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | January 10, 2009
Are you the type of dweller who lives in a place, but does not love where they live? This is not uncommon considering how much we all tend to put into other aspects of our lives . . . our work, our families, our health . . . why don’t we invest as much time [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | January 8, 2009
Do you want to spruce up your space, but you do not have the budget to include original pieces of artwork? Until you can afford investing in artist’s work, art prints, or photography consider creating a piece of affordable art with a modern twist. Materials: At least fifteen paint chip samples (textured or faux [...]
