Energy Meters - Good habit forming.

There's a British Gas tariff that includes a free energy meter (the tariff itself involves paying by direct debit and submitting meter readings via the Internet etc.).

When I was told I was getting one of these meter's sent - I thought I'd better read up on how they work and what you actually do with them when they arrive.

Popular opinion suggests that although not too accurate, they can change your habits.

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Getting around in snowy weather.

It's a lot easier to get around by car in the Winter, especially if you get caught out by snowy conditions, if you're prepared.

A warm coat is essential (even if you leave a spare one in the back of your car) with an extra pair of thermal type gloves and a hat. Anyone who's had to stand outside their vehicle awaiting a rescue service will tell you how cold that can be.

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Individuality rules.

Whilst houses may all look the same from the outside, it's what's on the inside that counts. If you could have the perfect house, what features would you want it to have?

Somewhere to relax, somewhere to eat, somewhere quiet, somewhere snug, somewhere to sleep? What about creating a little 'me' space?.

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