moneytalks

I’d say it was about seven or eight years ago by now me and a roommate were determined to spend as little money as possible. With soaring heating costs we figured one of the best ways to save/not spend was to cut out heat for the winter months. With colder weather approaching I had my fears and doubts we could do it. I guess the predictions and stories of $200 gas bills kept us on track to a heat free winter. And just for the record, we didn’t keep our temperature low, we didn’t turn it on at all! We had friends refuse to come over our house all winter. We tried having a movie night and people just left. I guess sitting with your coats on and looking at your breath while watching a movie is not the most ideal situation. It was downright freezing in that house. We both had space heaters that we used for a little warmth, but night time in my small room was the only time it made a real difference. We continued this for the following year before giving up on it the third winter. I have no idea how I did that. I know that in my early 20’s it was something I was willing to try but now at 30 it would be unthinkable. On top of that my girlfriend and 9 month old son may not appreciate it too much. I don’t recommend anyone do this, but it was an experience. I guess for a couple of guys living together they could get away with it. I’ll tell you this, in a time that I had no money, it helped me out a whole lot.

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