June 17, 2019
Scott King is the guy with the chainsaw. When neighbors need to hack down a stump, they borrow his, rather than buy or rent one. His friends in the Dallas neighborhood of Sparkman Estates help him, too. He borrows Shelby’s ladders, Mark’s spare bike parts, Carl’s tiller and Ryan’s fertilizer spreader. It costs him nothing — just the time it takes to walk to the neighbor’s house and maybe enjoy a beer while he’s there.
June 14, 2019
We’re told experiences are supposed to make us happier than stuff — turns out that may apply mostly to the affluent. The famous marshmallow test that predicts future success, based on which kids can resist an immediate treat? That research has similar problems. Meanwhile, the jury’s still out on whether willpower is something you can “use up.”
June 12, 2019
Remember when getting a hot pizza delivered to your door felt special? (OK, it still does.) Now you can spice up that pie with regular deliveries of hot sauce, or subscribe to nonfood items like neckties, razors, underwear, makeup, dog toys, mystery books — even slime.
June 10, 2019
Moving to a new state can bring opportunity, adventure — and increased financial strain. From packing boxes to settling into your new home, moving costs can add u
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