"The Power Of Simple Newsletter©"

Volume 1 Issue 1

Could you use an extra $5,000 this year

Awhile back we decided that it was time to take stock of our lifestyles. Oddly enough, it started out with our diets, but began to branch out in all directions, eventually encompassing areas that we had previously (shamefully) never given a thought; the environment.

We have learned that running an efficient home and being as economical as possible can make our lives and the environment better. We wondered how we ever managed before when we were throwing money away on frivolous habits.

If you are feeling overwhelmed you have come to a place that will help you get back to basics and bring things into a more manageable state.

No matter if your journey is just beginning or you have already started making changes, we hope you will join us as we share our findings. The Simple Life is for everyone.

Could you use an extra $5,000 this year?

Seven Easy Ways to reduce your everyday expenses and save
$416 in one month.

Pay down loans - save on interest - save for trips, college, etc.

Making a few changes will make so many more things possible.
Substitute coffee whitener for either half/half or cream in your coffee you will save about $515 minimum.

1. Substitute coffee whitener for either half/half or cream in your coffee you will save about $515 minimum.

2. Eat out one less time per week at $25 and save $1300.

3. One less Tim Horton's coffee will save you $460.

4. Cut out two bottles per day of water and save approximately $365 plus the landfill sites from bulging.

5. Taking your lunch to work or school will save $5 minimum per person or $1,300.

6. One meatless day per week can save $208.

7. Making your own bread, cookies and cakes will save more than $520.

Total Savings $5,068

The above are examples of very easy changes dependent on your current lifestyle. We have used the figures from a small family and averaged the usages. Your personal calculations may be much higher.

Helping each other for a greener tomorrow, Yours,

Linda and Ruth