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Are You Still Buying “Cat Grass” (Seeds)? You could save at least 90%. (With Instructions)

If you regularly buy “Cat Grass” for your cats, there is an enormous potential for savings. I’m not even talking about the difference between ready-to-eat grass and seeds. I’m assuming you’re currently buying seeds. Here’s the scoop: “Cat Grass” is just oats or barley. Sometimes it’s Cyprus Grass, which isn’t inherently better or healthier in Read more about Are You Still Buying “Cat Grass” (Seeds)? You could save at least 90%. (With Instructions)[…]

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The Fantastic Powers of Vinegar: 8 Household Uses to Replace Toxic Chemicals

The many uses of Vinegar: Spare the environment and your wallet at the same time. My great grandma knew it: Vinegar is an extremely versatile household remedy to countless problems. I, meanwhile, grew up in a household using all the cleaning supplies you see advertized on TV. It is only as an adult that I Read more about The Fantastic Powers of Vinegar: 8 Household Uses to Replace Toxic Chemicals[…]

Comparing Pillow Fillings – Eco vs. Synthetic, From Down to Millet

An overview of pillow filling options, as well as my experiences and opinions. Chapter one: A short history of my quest for a comfortable headrest For years, I suffered from the misconceptions that down was the highest quality pillow filling, and that more expensive meant better. So I kept buying more and more expensive down Read more about Comparing Pillow Fillings – Eco vs. Synthetic, From Down to Millet[…]

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Test: Cilio Aida Stainless Steel Espresso Maker (Plastic Free and Induction Ready)

Long Term Test: Cilio Aida Espresso Maker – Top or Flop? I decided on this model because I was looking for something material-efficient, ecological, and plastic free. The first criteria is satisfied by this general, traditional design of espresso makers. Though most of them are made of aluminium, which is coated with a plastic liner Read more about Test: Cilio Aida Stainless Steel Espresso Maker (Plastic Free and Induction Ready)[…]

Rimworld (Game, 2018) – Review

Rimworld: Fantastic, until it isn’t. This one is not easy because I did get some hundreds of hours of enjoyment out of playing Rimworld, but I just can’t recommend a game with such major, frustrating issues. Performance Medium to late game, when your base has grown a bit and you have some dozens of colonists Read more about Rimworld (Game, 2018) – Review[…]

Plastic-Free Water Bottles: Klean Kanteen vs. EcoTanka

EcoTanka vs. Klean Kanteen “Reflect” – Which is The Better Plastic Free Alternative? When it comes to truly plastic free water bottles, the market is not exactly teeming with competition. At least when the lid and seal are supposed to be plastic free as well. After a year of using each, I feel a review Read more about Plastic-Free Water Bottles: Klean Kanteen vs. EcoTanka[…]

Test: Klean Kanteen “TKPro” Insulated Bottle

The Klean Kanteen “TKPro” Model Insulated Bottle Tested: Top of Flop? The TKPro is a high-performance, plastic-free thermal Kanteen. With its integrated double-wall stainless steel cup and 360-degree pour-through functionality, the TKPro features our new TK Closure™ internal thread design which provides cutting edge thermal performance for both hot and cold beverages. Whether sipping hot Read more about Test: Klean Kanteen “TKPro” Insulated Bottle[…]

Killing Eve (2018 TV Series) – Review, as of Season Two

Warning: May contain spoilers. (Duh) “Killing Eve” is one of those series that perfectly underline my point when I say IMDB reviews should be impossible until the first season of a series has finished. Very usually, a majority of reviews are based on the pilot episode, and never get corrected if the quality of the Read more about Killing Eve (2018 TV Series) – Review, as of Season Two[…]

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Extremely Dry, Torn, Even Bleeding Hands? Your liquid soap may be the culprit.

If you’re reading this article, you’re probably dealing with the same problem I had up until two years ago. The skin of my hands was so extremely dry and tight, it frequently tore and even bled. This wasn’t just uncomfortable and inconvenient, it also posed a risk of infection. Quite ironic, given that this problem Read more about Extremely Dry, Torn, Even Bleeding Hands? Your liquid soap may be the culprit.[…]

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How To Disable PayPal’s Currency Conversion to Save Money on Fees

Update, 2020-01: Paypal has removed the option to disable currency conversion by default. For a while, a direct link to the option still worked, even though the path to it had been removed. Now, even the direct link does not work anymore. There does not seem to be an alternative way of turning it off. Read more about How To Disable PayPal’s Currency Conversion to Save Money on Fees[…]