So, we're all bachelors here (or bachelor-interested people, at the least), we can be honest and open with each other, eh?
I recently needed to buy a couple pairs of boxers (yes, boxers, the secret's out). I was getting low and so I went out and got some. Upon coming home with my new clothing items, I noticed a distinct lack of clean ones available to me in my clean laundry hamper (I have a bad habit of living out my laundry hampers and not actually putting away my clothes, as a sub-tip, don't do what I do). This was when I thought, "Well, Praise the Lord! It's a doubly-good thing that I went out and got new ones today!" Which got me thinking, "I wonder how many bachelors just go out and buy new clothes to prolong doing laundry..."
Now, I'm not saying this is the best tip, it's more of a comical one, really, but I actually think that's a bit of a good idea. Here's why...
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Saving money on laundry because you have to do it less often
Your clothes will last longer because you will wear the same ones less often
You keep up with the times
You can replace old clothing and maintain a good wardrobe
It's an excuse to put off doing laundry, and come on guys, none of us really like doing laundry, do we? I didn't think so...
The only drawback to this is the added expenditure of buying new clothes all the time. If you can afford this kind of a lifestyle, go for it, for those of us not as well-paid bachelors, try to take it slow and buy long-lasting clothing that you really like. I try not to buy something unless I know that I really like the way I look in it and it provides me with a comfortable clothing experience. This way I don't regret my purchases and end up with clothes that are crap.
After all, as Mark Twain once said, "Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society."
Oh, and if you're reading this and thinking, "I should really do my laundry," go do it!
Friday, March 12, 2010
Bachelor Tip #2: Strawberries Aren't Supposed to Grow White Fur
There are certain things in nature that aren't meant to grow fur.
Strawberries are one of those things.
As bachelors, we need to be wise about the way we buy food. I'm often tempted to buy copious amounts to try and last me as long as possible, but I've been finding that that's not the best method.
You tend to buy too much of some things and not enough of others. Fruit is something not to buy in large amounts. You're just not going to eat it all and you're going to end up with moldy strawberries, black bananas, squishy apples, etc.. Same thing with fresh bread, if you buy too much, it will get moldy before you can finish it and then you will have to throw some out, having wasted your money and food.
That being said, if something non-perishable, or long-time-perishable is at a bargain price, stock up! Better to spend a little extra now and save on that item for the next couple grocery runs!
Also, meat is not supposed to have green spots, period.
It's better to buy (and eat) smaller portions more often than larger portions less often. It may mean a little extra time spent grocery shopping, but you can take advantage of good deals more often, make sure that food doesn't go bad, don't overeat, and save yourself from having to throw out rotting food.
For more tips on keeping food from getting spoiled, and grocery shopping well, check out these articles:
Eat well my bachelor friends!
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