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Old 06-10-2008, 06:10 AM
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We use a thermos for keeping coffee warm instead of keeping the pot plugged in.

Wind-up alarm clocks.

Rechargable battery operated wall clocks.

Using the sleep-mode on our TV where it will automatically go off after an hour.

Clothesline for outside & dryer rack for inside.


Not gadgets but -

a)Opening blinds/curtains/drapes for light during the day, which should be a no-brainer but, I've had to work w/my kids on this one to keep them from just automatically flipping a switch.

b)Opening 2 or more windows for a cross-current to keep cool.

c)Putting on more winter-weather clothes/hats to keep warm rather than upping the thermostat. Reverse that in summertime to taking off some clothes or lighter weight cotton clothes to cool down.

d)In the spring & summer I sometimes go outside w/my head wet and dry my hair by standing over the air-conditioning unit where it blows out hot air. Much faster than a blow dryer!

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Last edited by LuxLiving : 06-10-2008 at 10:57 AM.
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