Reply #24: Fortunately I don't have most of those problems,

[meganmonkey]

my boyfriend built it, starting about 3 years ago. He did a large part of the work himself, and he built it specifically to sell it. Three years ago I guess it seemed like a good idea to him. So it isn't huge, it is energy efficient and well-built and since he did so much of the work himself with no contractor he can charge less than most people and still make a profit. Well, assuming it ever sells ;)

And meanwhile I live a lovely house. And i have it in perspective - I have things pretty good right now so I won't complain. I just don't like being so wasteful. I just have to drive 25 miles to get anywhere I actually want to go. At least it's close to the hwy and I get 35 mpg. But I am used to walking most everywhere and driving 5 miles to work.

:shrug: