They say it’s the small things that count and that’s true when it comes to budgeting. Most of us worry about the “pop” of big expenses like when an appliance breaks down unexpectedly but those “streams” of smaller spending can have an effect on your budget too. For example, a $5 latte every workday equals $1,000 a year that you could save to afford a new refrigerator. Source Link
If you’re losing sleep over working at home here are some tips to improve your slumber. Have a daily routine for waking up, showering, eating, relaxing and going to bed at set times. Take 15-minute breaks from the computer throughout the day and keep work and sleep areas separate -- resist the urge to make your bedroom a home office. Source Link
You want them to stay tasty but is there a right way to store tomatoes? Probably not. Researchers used a group of expert taste testers to try tomatoes that were stored in the refrigerator or on a kitchen counter. There wasn’t a real difference in flavor but tomatoes will taste better when stored for a shorter amount of time. Source Link
