When I think about simple living, my thoughts generally go to the most extreme examples and I dream of being unplugged from the power grid and gas lines.
At this point I am about as plugged in as one could get. Out power goes out longer than an evening and I am screwed.
I have looked at solar energy systems to run a house entirely it would cost between 20,000 and 30,000 dollars. I suppose you can say that they would pay for themselves in time but I would have to go in debt for it and make another payment, not our plan right now.
I am intrigued by all the advertisements for the ebooks that say they can show you how to build solar panels for 200 dollars with stuff you buy at Home Depot but I have a tough time trying to believe that it works.
I would love to drop off the grid and burn wood for heat and light my one room house with a candle but, again I have a wife and two kids and I don't it is going to happen.
I would like to start putting solar panels on my house and at least start minimizing my energy usage. Maybe in a couple years as our debt gets under control.
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