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1 // NEW EMERGENCY CANDLES
We’re always on the lookout for items to add to our power outage supplies and recently bought a bunch of emergency candles from Lehmans. (Have you ever browsed that website? I have a huge wish list!) These taper candles are dripless, smokeless, odorless, and supposedly burn for 12 hours. The candlemaker is Sunshine Candle Works.
2 // A “POOR MAN’S BERKEY”
This ZeroWater pitcher was recommended to me as a “poor man’s Berkey” and since the price was right, I went for it! We’ve had it for a few months now and I’m pleased so far. The water tastes great and since we’re on well water, the filter doesn’t have to work as hard and will (hopefully) last us a long time.
3 // A LITTLE SOMETHING EXTRA FOR CARE PACKAGES
How cool are these printables from Skip to My Lou? Sometimes we need a little snail mail inspiration and this is a great solution.
4 // KEEPING COOL ON HOT DAYS
This was another purchase for possible summer power outages, but these cooling towels have also proven helpful for just ordinary hot days! You dip the towel (which is long and narrow like a scarf) in water, wring it out and it claims to stay cool for up to three hours. Great for keeping cool while mowing the lawn or working in the garden.
5 // MORTGAGE PAYOFF CALCULATOR
I’ve been super motivated to pay off our mortgage and love to use Dave Ramsey’s calculator for motivation. You can easily manipulate numbers to see how an extra payment will affect the longevity of the loan. I especially love seeing how much interest I can decrease!
