Archive for February, 2008
It’s Your Mindset That Makes a Difference
Forced frugality can get frustrating. Job loss, reduced income, rising expenses can force some of us into a tight spot. Being frugal because we HAVE to can be frustrating after a time. Being frugal because we choose to, isn’t quite as frustrating. How can you alleviate some of that stress? Play a mind game: reflect [...]
Sharing a blog…
One of my members put us onto this blog: http://www.getrichslowly.org/blog/2008/02/18/scratch-beginnings-an-interview-with-adam-shepard/#more-1625 Adam’s attitude and determination were impressive. We often talk about how attitude is everything! Adam’s opinion on Barbara Enrenreich’s book, “Nickle and Dimed” were right on in my opinion as well. Barbara went into her project almost ready to fail and she knew that she [...]
Before you spend it…
Okay, I’m going to go against what Congress is asking you to do. Don’t judge my patriotism on this request but I’m asking you NOT to stimulate the economy. Why? Well, hear me out on this one. First, let me be blunt. I don’t care what the “experts” say or what the traditional formula is [...]
Valentines Ideas!
Celebrating Valentines Day with your family can be so much fun! Young children are so impressed by those little things you do. Teenagers may act like they think your ideas are cheesy, but they love the attention too. Put a little LOVE into breakfast! – Try adding a little red or pink food coloring to [...]
Eating healthy in the “off season” – without breaking the bank.
I normally love winter. Unfortuantely, due to the total lack of sunshine, and continual slimey, drippy weather, I am not loving this winter. I am ready for it to be over, for many reasons. Aside from the weather, it’s a sad fact that it seems much easier to frugally maintain a healthy diet in the [...]
Can a sweet 16 be special and affordable? I hope!
For many of us our daughter’s sweet 16 is the biggest party of her life besides her wedding. I want my daughter’s upcoming Sweet 16 party to be special however I know we are not be able to spend the kind of money that some of her friends have spent. She had one friend who [...]