five things we learned last week

1) Squibnocket to the rescue! Alyson says: “Sarah C., you are my hero. I have been looking for Squibnocket cards EVERYWHERE.” Have you? Find them here!
2) Here’s a potential plan for your finances. Erik says: “My plan is 20/30/50. Every dollar that comes my way is split: 20% into a savings account at ING Direct that is linked to my primary checking (because it takes two business days to transfer the money, I tend to keep my hands off) which I’m going to continue to do until I’ve reached a savings goal of 50% of what I NEED for six months; then 50% goes into my primary savings account which I draw on monthly for my must-haves like food, rent, cable and phone bills, gas, electric, etc. Finally, because I’m not a stoic, I get 30% of play money, my no-questions-asked, do whatever I want with money.” Eric has more at the link, so be sure to click — and tell us how are your finances?
3) Gun design? Not really killer. Some of you are unabashed gun decor lovers, but Ellie says: “I don’t shy away from overblown, still love robots and owls (not so much the vampires and zombies), but this particular incarnation is a pass for me. While the gun vases seemed to be another instance of the peaceful daisy in a barrel symbolism…what is the commentary here? Killing yourself with your caffeine? Guns are a fun shape? I’m missing something. (Update: found the inevitable pun on the page, ‘mug shot’ uhmm…hah?)” Is the gun overdone?
4) You can find more at the ModernIron store. Chris Dunn from ModernIron got in touch and he says: “I also just started my own site at www.modernironworks.com that has more of the gates and many new items on the way. Thanks very much!”
5) You have good scents. Melissa says: “One thing like doing is using citrus peels in the garbage disposal! It makes the whole kitchen smell nice for hours.” She’s one of many sharing how she keeps the home fresh — and registering to win a Febreze No Spill Diffuser. Comment on this post by 5 p.m. EST today for your chance to win!



