Before I realiz
ed how much money my son’s marathon showers were costing me, I was glad that I could actually get him to take one. That was then, this is now: By taking a five- minute shower vs. a twenty-five- minute deluge, we’re saving more than $200 a year.
If you’re a newlywed or living with a significant other, i think of the romance of showering together. Not to mention how you’re helping to save our planet! If estimating time is difficult for you, buy one of those waterproof shower radios and lather and rinse to no more than two songs. (more…)
You step out of the shower and your bare, wet footsies are looking for comfort, warmth, and a nonslip surface so you and yours don’t wind up on your rears. Though carpeting and mats may seem like a good way to go, they retain moisture, which is a no-no in our battle against mold and mildew.