Dollar Stretcher: Wintry luxury

I live in New England where I seem to be cold all winter, especially at night. I used to relish a hot bubble bath on cold winter nights, but with the cost of the fuel to heat my tub of water, I’ve come up with a better plan! I fill a dishpan with warm water and bubbles. Then I give myself a luxurious foot soak while I sip herbal tea and relax in my cozy fleece robe. I’m nice and warm, and I’ve spent only a fraction of the cost of heating a tub full of water! — Lynn C. in Cape Cod, Mass.

This is part of the November 5, 2008 online edition of Frost Illustrated.

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