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Spring Ahead!

1 month ago | conservativedailynews.com | Mary Hunt

Believe your eyes — it’s spring! Time to bid farewell to the snowblower, gas up the lawnmower and let the sunshine in (whether your allergies approve or not). And what better way to welcome the season than with a few simple money-saving tips to freshen up your home and yard? DIY GLASS CLEANERForget expensive window sprays — your pantry has everything you need for a streak-free shine.
Popular Money Advice You Shouldn’t Take

Dec 3, 2024 | tnj.com | Mary Hunt

Money advice – it’s available everywhere. But that doesn’t mean you should take it. The wise person knows how to separate the good from the bad. Here are a few timely examples:Bad advice: Do not save money for yourself until you have paid off your credit cards. Direct every cent you can scrape together to pay down your credit card debt as quickly as possible. It’s not smart to earn 0.5 percent interest on money you save while you are paying 20 percent or more on your credit card debt.
Fresh Produce 101

Nov 20, 2024 | conservativeangle.com | Mary Hunt

Go to Article by Mary Hunt at CDN –Psssst! Could you use an extra $300? You might want to take a look in your garbage. Recent studies indicate that food waste remains a significant issue in American households. The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that 31% of the food supply at retail and consumer levels is lost or …Click to read the rest HERE-> Fresh Produce 101 first posted at Conservative Daily News
Financially Healthy Marriages Require More Than Money

Nov 20, 2024 | focusonthefamily.com | Mary Hunt |Carol Cuppy

Estimated reading time: 6 minutesYou’re already sitting over the kitchen table, crunching budget numbers, and trying to figure out how to have a financially healthy marriage when the phone rings. You pick it up to hear your husband say, “Honey, do you know what day it is? Seven years ago tonight, we got engaged. Let’s go out for dinner and a movie to celebrate!”Long ago, in what seems like another time and place, you fell in love with this man because he was both spontaneous and sentimental.
Productive Hobbies That Will Make You Smarter and Happier

Oct 29, 2024 | conservativedailynews.com | Mary Hunt

Let’s be honest. Most of us have dabbled in hobbies that didn’t quite lead to anything. We’ve all spent a little too much time scrolling social media or binge-watching shows (I see you, entire weekend lost to Netflix). But what if your hobbies could actually make you smarter? I’m talking about productive hobbies — the ones that not only fill your time but also help you grow, learn and maybe even make you feel a little better about the world.
Productive Hobbies That Will Make You Smarter and Happier

Oct 29, 2024 | conservativeangle.com | Mary Hunt

Go to Article by Mary Hunt at CDN –Let’s be honest. Most of us have dabbled in hobbies that didn’t quite lead to anything. We’ve all spent a little too much time scrolling social media or binge-watching shows (I see you, entire weekend lost to Netflix). But what if your hobbies could actually make you smarter? I’m talking …Click to read the rest HERE-> Productive Hobbies That Will Make You Smarter and Happier first posted at Conservative Daily News Comment on this Article Via Your Disqus Account
Beyond Dishes: Surprising Uses for Your Dishwasher You Never Knew

Oct 23, 2024 | conservativedailynews.com | Mary Hunt

Today I have surprising uses for the dishwasher as recommended by my awesome readers, plus a few tips for making sure that machine does its official job well. Safe from the Storm: Here in hurricane country, it is recommended that you stick all your important papers into freezer bags and put them in the dishwasher when a storm is approaching. The home appliance is heavy, attached to the house and waterproof, which makes it easy to find after the storm.
Everyday Cheapskate: A Surprising Reason to Use Fresh Ginger in Homemade Marinade

Oct 21, 2024 | arcamax.com | Mary Hunt

The nicest thing happened to me one day as I rifled through the mail. I got a letter from Dr. C. Eugene Allen, a professor and food scientist at the University of Minnesota who just happened to be a fan of this column. He was responding to a teriyaki marinade recipe for venison I'd offered to a reader who asked about how to prepare that particular cut of meat that can be tough but delicious.
Organized Chaos: My Intended Journey to a Clutter-Free 2025

Oct 14, 2024 | jericho-news-journal.com | Mary Hunt

I won’t try to kid you into thinking I’m some kind of organizational expert. I am the most disorganized person ever. My professional office is a mess. My home, remarkably, appears to be orderly, as long as you don’t open a cupboard, drawer or closet. Being disorganized steals my time, energy and money. I buy things I have already because I can’t find them, or I spend too much time looking for the things I need. That is going to stop.
Organized Chaos: My Intended Journey to a Clutter-Free 2025

Oct 8, 2024 | conservativedailynews.com | Mary Hunt

I won’t try to kid you into thinking I’m some kind of organizational expert. I am the most disorganized person ever. My professional office is a mess. My home, remarkably, appears to be orderly, as long as you don’t open a cupboard, drawer or closet. Being disorganized steals my time, energy and money. I buy things I have already because I can’t find them, or I spend too much time looking for the things I need. That is going to stop.