![5 of the Smartest Ways to Save Money When You Move. Method 1. Collect Free Boxes. Free Moving Boxes.
STOP! Don’t just head to the nearest office or moving supply store to purchase boxes. Finding free boxes is the easiest way to save cash during a move. Start by asking friends and family for any extra boxes they may have lying around. Check to see if neighbors would be willing to give you their leftover packaging before they toss it into the recycling bin. Finally, if your workplace has a shipping department, try to snag boxes there at no cost. Method 2. Sell Your Stuff. Moving Sale.
In a perfect world, you would regularly purge your unused items, but if you haven't been keeping up with your clutter, deal with it before you move—you'll dramatically reduce your moving costs. Have a garage sale or list items on Craigslist, Facebook, or other social media platforms. Or, if you're not counting on getting money for your belongings, scope out donation boxes, bring unwanted clothing to a nearby shelter, or contact your local Salvation Army or Goodwill. Method 3. Ask for Help. Get Help from Friends When Moving.
What are friends and family for, after all? Save money by renting a truck for the day and asking your relatives and pals to lend a hand. Better yet, find a buddy who drives a truck and enlist his help to move your boxes. At the end of the day, treat everyone to pizza and beverages and reminiscence about the good times in your soon-to-be-ex living space. Method 4. Label Boxes Clearly. Label Moving Boxes.
Avoid ruining expensive or breakable items—and make it easier to unpack and get organized at your new digs—by clearly labeling your moving boxes. Grab a Sharpie and write in large block letters. Label the top, bottom, and sides of each box so no matter how it's oriented, everyone involved in the move will know what's inside. Method 5. Compare Prices. Compare Prices on Professional Movers.
Don't wait until the last minute to hire a mover. Start early and contact a few different companies to get quotes for their services. Find out exactly what’s included (some moving companies may refuse to move certain items) and how you’ll be billed. Compare the quotes, but also estimate the cost of a DIY move before making your final decision.](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/51/6d/27/516d27eda2ad89dcdf221cf93dc74c0d-86-86.jpg)
![How to drink martini Bianco? Martini Bianco is a drink made from white wine, herbs and spices. If you prefer this drink, you need to know how and with what to drink Martini Bianco in order to enjoy its taste as much as possible. There are several rules for drinking Martini Bianco: 1. Rule
This vermouth is served in a small glass with a lemon slice or olives on a skewer. In some restaurants and bars Martini Bianco is served in glasses designed for whiskey or martini. 2. Rule
This drink is drunk only in chilled form at about 10-15 ° C. Ice is added to it, as well as various, pre-frozen, fruits and berries. Thanks to this, the taste of the alcoholic beverage is richer. 3. Rule
In addition, you can also drink this vermouth with cherry or grapefruit juice. In this case, intoxication does not come immediately. 4. Rule
Numerous recipes devoted to the use of Martini Bianco, involve mixing vermouth before use with rum, gin, vodka or all kinds of sweet liquors. 5. Rule
Together with Martini Bianco, nuts (pistachios, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, peanuts), salted crackers, all kinds of cheese, black and white olives and any other fairly light snacks are also served as snacks. Fans of experiments can be invited to add one slice of onion to a martini glass. The drink is allowed to stand for several minutes, and then try. Like this combination is not for everyone, but who liked it, he no longer knows how you can drink martini without onions. If you did not like pure martini, then you can try cocktails based on this alcohol. A combination of martini with vodka is considered one of the most popular.This cocktail became very popular thanks to the cinema, it was drunk by James Bond himself.](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/2f/19/fa/2f19fa456ce973b0a518d261d742b204-86-86.jpg)
![Subtleties of etiquette at the table If you want to refuse a dish for a specific reason (diet, allergy, etc.), then you need to tell the owner of the feast the reason, this must not be done before the other guests. If food is stuck in your teeth, you must leave the table even if there are toothpicks on it and solve your problem in the toilet or in a separate room, in no case do not pick your teeth with other guests, this is a bad taste. Try to eat in small portions - one bite so that your mouth is not filled with food, if you are asked something and you have to hold a conversation. Each girl, when going on a visit, applies makeup, but before eating, lipstick should be wiped off the face, since leaving lipstick on the devices is neither ethical nor beautiful. If you smoke and are in a cafe in the smoking room, this is not a reason to neglect the rules of etiquette, before smoking, ask if your companions mind, do not use the plate as an ashtray. On the table, not when extra items, such as packs of cigarettes, telephones, a handbag, gloves, glasses, should not be located — all that does not apply to eating.](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/b4/96/72/b49672bbff61df5144b1d6d49fc2351f-86-86.jpg)
![Interesting facts about bananas Banana is a berry. A banana plant is the largest plant that does not have a solid trunk. The stem of a banana grass sometimes reaches 10 meters in height, and 40 centimeters in diameter. As a rule, 300 fruits weighing 500 kg are usually hanging on one such stalk. The first president of Zimbabwe was Canaan Banana. Bananas are not only yellow, but also red. Reds have a more delicate pulp, and they do not tolerate transportation. Bananas contain more vitamin B6 than other fruits. It is known that this vitamin is responsible for a good mood. By weight, the banana crop is the second largest crop in the world, ahead of grapes in third place, and giving first place to oranges. India and Brazil produce more bananas than any other country in the world. Bananas are almost one and a half times more nutritious than potatoes, and dried bananas have five times more calories than raw ones. One banana contains up to 300 mg of potassium, which helps fight high blood pressure and strengthens the heart muscle. Each of us needs 3 or 4 g of potassium per day. Mait Lepik from Estonia won the world's first speed banana eating competition. He managed to eat 10 bananas in 3 minutes. His secret was to absorb bananas along with the peel - so he saved time. In Latin, a banana is called](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/d2/72/4f/d2724fdc0cf221b55e412ce4952c77c6-86-86.jpg)
![5 Reasons to Be a No-Shoes House Reason 1. You will reduce cleaning costs. Do not wear shoes in the house to vacuum. Just as a matter of common sense, taking off your shoes before the door will reduce the amount of dirt that gets into the house. No matter how well you wipe your shoes on the mat, particles still cling to the grooves and crevices of your shoes, especially those with rubber soles. And when it rains, shoes become an even bigger hazard to the home, leaving wet, muddy streaks on clean floors. Reason 2. You'll Banish Toxins. No shoes inside toxins.
More than just dirt clings to your soles; toxins get a free ride indoors too. A Baylor University study showed an increased risk of cancer in people who lived near coal-tar-sealed asphalt pavement. Coal tar particles and other contaminants can easily be picked up by shoes and brought straight into our homes. Reason 3. You'll Stay Healthier. No shoes inside health. Bacteria found on shoes include strains that cause infections like meningitis, diarrhea, and even pneumonia, according to a study conducted by Charles Gerba, a microbiologist at the University of Arizona. As well, a study in Houston that examined household contamination with Clostridium difficile spores found that almost 40 percent of tested shoes carried the bacteria, which can be resistant to cleaning products and difficult to treat with antibiotics. Reason 4. You'll Strengthen Your Feet and Legs. No shoes physical health. How often do you walk around without shoes? Orthopedic medicine has found that there are multiple health benefits to ditching your footwear frequently, including better balance, stronger leg muscles, and improved posture. Make the most of your opportunities to wiggle your toes at home. Reason 5. You'll Create Sacred Space. No shoes sacred space. In many countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, going no-shoes at home is the norm. While the tradition may have cultural roots, it can be adopted and adapted to fit any lifestyle. As one of its many benefits, the custom establishes a positive ritual that honors your home and creates a sacred space.](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/9f/8d/28/9f8d2869ac7e3688fb608fdb4ed6f937-86-86.jpg)
Reason 1.
You will reduce cleaning costs. Do not wear shoes in the house to vacuum. Just as a matter of common sense, taking off your shoes before the door will reduce the amount of dirt that gets into the house. No matter how well you wipe your shoes on the mat, particles still cling to the grooves and crevices of your shoes, especially those with rubber soles. And when it rains, shoes become an even bigger hazard to the home, leaving wet, muddy streaks on clean floors.
![](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/ae/4b/64/ae4b64c7ed770df6eec5f545f1f7dc29-0-824.jpg)
Reason 2.
You'll Banish Toxins. No shoes inside toxins. More than just dirt clings to your soles; toxins get a free ride indoors too. A Baylor University study showed an increased risk of cancer in people who lived near coal-tar-sealed asphalt pavement. Coal tar particles and other contaminants can easily be picked up by shoes and brought straight into our homes.
![](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/d6/d3/e7/d6d3e7495dbcea82834b8ba1d4bd3975-0-824.jpg)
Reason 3.
You'll Stay Healthier. No shoes inside health. Bacteria found on shoes include strains that cause infections like meningitis, diarrhea, and even pneumonia, according to a study conducted by Charles Gerba, a microbiologist at the University of Arizona. As well, a study in Houston that examined household contamination with Clostridium difficile spores found that almost 40 percent of tested shoes carried the bacteria, which can be resistant to cleaning products and difficult to treat with antibiotics.
![](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/7e/96/19/7e96192aba32d7535244bb62781f8144-0-824.jpg)
Reason 4.
You'll Strengthen Your Feet and Legs. No shoes physical health. How often do you walk around without shoes? Orthopedic medicine has found that there are multiple health benefits to ditching your footwear frequently, including better balance, stronger leg muscles, and improved posture. Make the most of your opportunities to wiggle your toes at home.
![](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/3d/4c/cc/3d4ccc652d420128880a7cc27a3f9db6-0-824.jpg)
Reason 5.
You'll Create Sacred Space. No shoes sacred space. In many countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, going no-shoes at home is the norm. While the tradition may have cultural roots, it can be adopted and adapted to fit any lifestyle. As one of its many benefits, the custom establishes a positive ritual that honors your home and creates a sacred space.
![](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/eb/49/68/eb4968e1b8e5cca4c42f2b65b11ffbf0-0-824.jpg)
![5 of the Smartest Ways to Save Money When You Move. Method 1. Collect Free Boxes. Free Moving Boxes.
STOP! Don’t just head to the nearest office or moving supply store to purchase boxes. Finding free boxes is the easiest way to save cash during a move. Start by asking friends and family for any extra boxes they may have lying around. Check to see if neighbors would be willing to give you their leftover packaging before they toss it into the recycling bin. Finally, if your workplace has a shipping department, try to snag boxes there at no cost. Method 2. Sell Your Stuff. Moving Sale.
In a perfect world, you would regularly purge your unused items, but if you haven't been keeping up with your clutter, deal with it before you move—you'll dramatically reduce your moving costs. Have a garage sale or list items on Craigslist, Facebook, or other social media platforms. Or, if you're not counting on getting money for your belongings, scope out donation boxes, bring unwanted clothing to a nearby shelter, or contact your local Salvation Army or Goodwill. Method 3. Ask for Help. Get Help from Friends When Moving.
What are friends and family for, after all? Save money by renting a truck for the day and asking your relatives and pals to lend a hand. Better yet, find a buddy who drives a truck and enlist his help to move your boxes. At the end of the day, treat everyone to pizza and beverages and reminiscence about the good times in your soon-to-be-ex living space. Method 4. Label Boxes Clearly. Label Moving Boxes.
Avoid ruining expensive or breakable items—and make it easier to unpack and get organized at your new digs—by clearly labeling your moving boxes. Grab a Sharpie and write in large block letters. Label the top, bottom, and sides of each box so no matter how it's oriented, everyone involved in the move will know what's inside. Method 5. Compare Prices. Compare Prices on Professional Movers.
Don't wait until the last minute to hire a mover. Start early and contact a few different companies to get quotes for their services. Find out exactly what’s included (some moving companies may refuse to move certain items) and how you’ll be billed. Compare the quotes, but also estimate the cost of a DIY move before making your final decision.](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/51/6d/27/516d27eda2ad89dcdf221cf93dc74c0d-86-86.jpg)
![How to drink martini Bianco? Martini Bianco is a drink made from white wine, herbs and spices. If you prefer this drink, you need to know how and with what to drink Martini Bianco in order to enjoy its taste as much as possible. There are several rules for drinking Martini Bianco: 1. Rule
This vermouth is served in a small glass with a lemon slice or olives on a skewer. In some restaurants and bars Martini Bianco is served in glasses designed for whiskey or martini. 2. Rule
This drink is drunk only in chilled form at about 10-15 ° C. Ice is added to it, as well as various, pre-frozen, fruits and berries. Thanks to this, the taste of the alcoholic beverage is richer. 3. Rule
In addition, you can also drink this vermouth with cherry or grapefruit juice. In this case, intoxication does not come immediately. 4. Rule
Numerous recipes devoted to the use of Martini Bianco, involve mixing vermouth before use with rum, gin, vodka or all kinds of sweet liquors. 5. Rule
Together with Martini Bianco, nuts (pistachios, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, peanuts), salted crackers, all kinds of cheese, black and white olives and any other fairly light snacks are also served as snacks. Fans of experiments can be invited to add one slice of onion to a martini glass. The drink is allowed to stand for several minutes, and then try. Like this combination is not for everyone, but who liked it, he no longer knows how you can drink martini without onions. If you did not like pure martini, then you can try cocktails based on this alcohol. A combination of martini with vodka is considered one of the most popular.This cocktail became very popular thanks to the cinema, it was drunk by James Bond himself.](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/2f/19/fa/2f19fa456ce973b0a518d261d742b204-86-86.jpg)
![Subtleties of etiquette at the table If you want to refuse a dish for a specific reason (diet, allergy, etc.), then you need to tell the owner of the feast the reason, this must not be done before the other guests. If food is stuck in your teeth, you must leave the table even if there are toothpicks on it and solve your problem in the toilet or in a separate room, in no case do not pick your teeth with other guests, this is a bad taste. Try to eat in small portions - one bite so that your mouth is not filled with food, if you are asked something and you have to hold a conversation. Each girl, when going on a visit, applies makeup, but before eating, lipstick should be wiped off the face, since leaving lipstick on the devices is neither ethical nor beautiful. If you smoke and are in a cafe in the smoking room, this is not a reason to neglect the rules of etiquette, before smoking, ask if your companions mind, do not use the plate as an ashtray. On the table, not when extra items, such as packs of cigarettes, telephones, a handbag, gloves, glasses, should not be located — all that does not apply to eating.](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/b4/96/72/b49672bbff61df5144b1d6d49fc2351f-86-86.jpg)
![Interesting facts about bananas Banana is a berry. A banana plant is the largest plant that does not have a solid trunk. The stem of a banana grass sometimes reaches 10 meters in height, and 40 centimeters in diameter. As a rule, 300 fruits weighing 500 kg are usually hanging on one such stalk. The first president of Zimbabwe was Canaan Banana. Bananas are not only yellow, but also red. Reds have a more delicate pulp, and they do not tolerate transportation. Bananas contain more vitamin B6 than other fruits. It is known that this vitamin is responsible for a good mood. By weight, the banana crop is the second largest crop in the world, ahead of grapes in third place, and giving first place to oranges. India and Brazil produce more bananas than any other country in the world. Bananas are almost one and a half times more nutritious than potatoes, and dried bananas have five times more calories than raw ones. One banana contains up to 300 mg of potassium, which helps fight high blood pressure and strengthens the heart muscle. Each of us needs 3 or 4 g of potassium per day. Mait Lepik from Estonia won the world's first speed banana eating competition. He managed to eat 10 bananas in 3 minutes. His secret was to absorb bananas along with the peel - so he saved time. In Latin, a banana is called](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/d2/72/4f/d2724fdc0cf221b55e412ce4952c77c6-86-86.jpg)
![5 Reasons to Be a No-Shoes House Reason 1. You will reduce cleaning costs. Do not wear shoes in the house to vacuum. Just as a matter of common sense, taking off your shoes before the door will reduce the amount of dirt that gets into the house. No matter how well you wipe your shoes on the mat, particles still cling to the grooves and crevices of your shoes, especially those with rubber soles. And when it rains, shoes become an even bigger hazard to the home, leaving wet, muddy streaks on clean floors. Reason 2. You'll Banish Toxins. No shoes inside toxins.
More than just dirt clings to your soles; toxins get a free ride indoors too. A Baylor University study showed an increased risk of cancer in people who lived near coal-tar-sealed asphalt pavement. Coal tar particles and other contaminants can easily be picked up by shoes and brought straight into our homes. Reason 3. You'll Stay Healthier. No shoes inside health. Bacteria found on shoes include strains that cause infections like meningitis, diarrhea, and even pneumonia, according to a study conducted by Charles Gerba, a microbiologist at the University of Arizona. As well, a study in Houston that examined household contamination with Clostridium difficile spores found that almost 40 percent of tested shoes carried the bacteria, which can be resistant to cleaning products and difficult to treat with antibiotics. Reason 4. You'll Strengthen Your Feet and Legs. No shoes physical health. How often do you walk around without shoes? Orthopedic medicine has found that there are multiple health benefits to ditching your footwear frequently, including better balance, stronger leg muscles, and improved posture. Make the most of your opportunities to wiggle your toes at home. Reason 5. You'll Create Sacred Space. No shoes sacred space. In many countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, going no-shoes at home is the norm. While the tradition may have cultural roots, it can be adopted and adapted to fit any lifestyle. As one of its many benefits, the custom establishes a positive ritual that honors your home and creates a sacred space.](https://tli.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/articles/9f/8d/28/9f8d2869ac7e3688fb608fdb4ed6f937-86-86.jpg)