Over the years, I pick up odds and end of tips and tricks. Here are a few that I was reminded about this week:

Trees and fences usually add value to your home. They also use up the nutrients from the ground and it's a bit harder to grow grass under them (unless you don't want grass under your trees!).

Victory gardens and square foot gardening fits into almost every lot and can save you hundreds in fruits and vegetables! And now with freezing you don't even have to worry about canning!

If you're tub has become discolored from your well water, try Iron Out. But when it's time to drain, use a hose to siphon the water out to a distance in your yard instead of letting it drain out through your pipes. It will kill the bacteria in your septic tank - as will other harsh cleaning chemicals.

A leaky toilet can waste 200-400 gallons of water per day costing you BIG BUCKS! Spend the $20 and replace that valve!

If you run out of storage in your home, try going up! Taller bookshelves, hooks on walls, plywood in the attic...  Or just get rid of that 20 year old dress that you have not worn in 10 years!

If you need some area service provides, jest ask, I may already have a name!

Those were the random thoughts that came to mind today. Enjoy this beautiful weather!