There is something incredible about planning a project and then making that project happen all on your own. I am a huge fan of the DIY tasks. Very little is off limits to me. I have stained and hung trim, tiled a shower (while seven months pregnant), cut the sod and tilled about 2 acres [...]
We have never been big spenders during the holiday season – mainly because we never had all that much extra to spend. With three kids and an enormous extended family (that gets together for the holidays) it can be easy to get out of control. Creative ideas and unique gifts have helped us maintain a [...]
It’s pretty obvious that the world is full of temptation and that temptation can pull at your pocketbook. That’s why I’m starting a new money saving strategy– staying home. I’m not a hermit or anti-social, but it seems that leaving the house just costs money. Before you start thinking I’m crazy, hear me out. Here [...]
Worry is a common practice for many people these days. Even with the occasionally rally in the market there is still an undercurrent of fear. The best way to deal with fear is to face it head on. What if I lose my job? This is a reality for people every day and the truth [...]
This morning my son asked me why health insurance costs so much. I’m sure there are many people out there that would like to know that same answer. It’s rather simple. Health insurance covers too much. Look at it this way. If you own a car then you have car insurance. Most of us by [...]
It’s time to get political– and festive! This October 31, combining your political choice with your Halloween spirit is easy with these freebies.The Chicago Tribune is offering free downloadable Halloween masks. Take your pick between Obama, Biden, McCain or Palin. Don’t forget to cut out eye and mouth holes. Planning to carve pumpkins? Why not [...]
Free tacos for everyone! Taco Bell promised that if a base is stolen during regulation or extra innings play by any player for either team during any world series game, Taco Bell would hand over free tacos to every person in the US. Today from 2-6pm head to Taco Bell for your free crunchy seasoned [...]
Need a quick and cheap Halloween costume. Here are five ideas that should cost under $5. 1. Dry Erase Board: I did this a couple of years ago. Craft stores now sell poster board made out of material that is like a dry erase board. I bought a sheet of it, mounted it on a [...]
We could all use a little help shrinking our bills. At BillShrink.com, get free personalized savings information about credit cards and wireless service. For instance, ever wonder if you’re paying too much for your cell phone? Plug in some details about your monthly bill, minutes used, texting habits and number of lines and BillShrink.com will [...]