From the category archives:

Adventures in Frugality

Lately, I’ve been in an experimental mood. It’s something I get into every now and then: I push myself toward a new goal; I crunch spreadsheets of data; I find new and more creative ways to save money. I’m pretty sure it annoys my wife, but it keeps me entertained and what’s better than [...]

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Vermicomposting: Making a Home For Your Worms

by That One Caveman on May 20, 2008

Last week, I ordered red worms so I could start my own worm composting bin at home. It doesn’t cost much to get started, but you have to make sure the home for your worms is ready to move in before they arrive since they’ll be stressed and at risk for death by their travels.
I [...]

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I Just Paid a Stranger To Mail Me $29 Worth of Worms

by That One Caveman on May 14, 2008

Red worm composting

Yes, you read that correctly:  I paid a stranger $29 to send me a pound of worms via Priority Mail.  But, you see, these aren’t just any ordinary worms. These are Eisenia fetida, otherwise known as Red Wigglers.
Last week, I stumbled upon a post on DIY Life titled, “Start your own worm composting [...]

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The Cost Savings of Biking to Work

by That One Caveman on April 9, 2008

After nearly a month of waiting for the weather to cooperate, I finally was able to ride my bike to work this morning. I still haven’t saved up enough to buy my own bike, so I’m riding one I borrowed. So far I have purchased a helmet, a safety light so other drivers [...]

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Caveman’s Circumsolar Celebration – Cash For a ‘Cycle

by That One Caveman on March 13, 2008

In a couple short days, I will have successfully navigated another lap around the Sun. This week has been crammed full of dinners out and various celebrations. But as is customary, the people I love have been asking what I would like for my birthday.
As a “grown adult,” I have the means to [...]

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