Long winter days got you down? You are not alone! Fifteen to twenty five percent of people are thought to be affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder. Even if you don’t have all of the symptoms of SAD, winter can make you feel dreary. Since I want you to save for retirement/college/emergency funds, my recommendation for…
Yes, a recent blog was just making fun of New Year’s Resolutions. But the new year does feel like a good time to embark on fresh starts, be it health, relationships, or money. I can only help with one. Resolution #1: Ignore all economic forecasts, prognostications, tea leaf reading, crystal ball predictions and financial…
Over the years, I’ve heard my British friends talk about Boxing Day. It sounded like a day where you give all the Christmas gifts you didn’t want away to other people. Sort of like spring cleaning immediately after Christmas. Being an anti-clutter person, I can say that I am in! But am I misunderstanding what…
You don’t want to show up empty-handed, but is there something more original to bring your host than a bottle of booze? Read on for some host(ess) gifts that won’t break the bank. 1. Gourmet Olive Oil or Balsamic Vinegar – Perks up cooking and you would rarely buy it for yourself. Estimated Cost:…
Ah, cookie exchanges. Do people still do these? I know I’m invited to at least one per year and, not being an adventurous baker (plus being totally overwhelmed year-end with, just, stuff), I always struggle with what to bring. If you are wrestling with the need to participate, but not the time to hand-decorate individual…
Happy Thanksgiving! Suppose you are reading this blog on the day it goes out. In that case, you must be hiding from family members asking when you are going to get married, have a baby, get a new job, finish your degree, convert to their religion of choice, stop drinking, start drinking, read their script,…
Looking to orchestrate a Thanksgiving meal that’s both easy on the host and budget friendly for everyone? Check out this economical holiday menu. All that’s left is to delegate. For the host: Roasted Herb Chicken (Instead of Turkey) Why it’s budget-friendly: Chicken is often cheaper and more accessible than turkey, plus roasting a whole chicken…
Forget the fear. Let’s scream with laughter at these clever Halloween commentators: “Heard a rival dad is planning to hand out king size candy bars for Halloween so now every trick or treater that comes to my house is getting a full rack of ribs.” – Simon Holland “I don’t have to worry about…
No need to break the bank or dress like a healthcare worker with loose morals this Halloween! Here are a few budget friendly ideas that can be put together at the last minute that will have your fellow party goers in stitches. Bonus, no itchy make-up or uncomfortable shoes required. Ceiling Fan: This costume…
What, too much cash? Never. Agreed! The green I’m speaking of that you may have too much of is that summer bumper crop of zucchini. Here are three ideas for using that stunning summer squash. Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles) I tried a zucchini noodle dish at a restaurant recently and immediately wanted to try it at…
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