My husband and I just went through all of our old cds this past weekend and entered their isb numbers onto a website called SecondSpin.com - and we're going to make $180 this week! if you put most of your music on the computer nowadays - it would be worth it to look into. They paid $10 for an old Pink Floyd cd and decent prices for many others. ;-)
We need more reviews like this; I do my research too and I am always highly disappointed in a product that does not live up to my research (or its descriptions).
I just bought my first video camera a Flip Mino HD for a trip I just went on recently and everyone is impressed with it's quality and performance including me. Not quite a web cam and I am sorry this one was (clearly) so horrible!
I too have a diNovo Edge keyboard and agree that Logitech just gets some things right, this keyboard is one, the Z-5500 5.1 speakers (which I own two sets of one for PC and another for my TV... I also had the Z-680's which were the previous model and were great too). You will see no flames coming from this corner my friend as I truely do appreciate an honest review when I see one. =)
This is definitely my problem area. Many books on the subject make the same point: most people rush out to buy organizing solutions, when the real first step should be to declutter AND then to organize. "You can't organize clutter" is the maxim of a famous online declutter site.
Thanks for the reminder. I will now shut off my computer and get some stuff together for the Food Bank Thrift Shop!
I remember a year ago NJ gave a surprise inspection to all the gas stations in the area to test if they were pumping the amount that they said they were. Very few actually were regardless of what the pumps said. Regardless i know the offenders in my area and now steer clear. I could not find the results ( I printed out the page and didn't bookmark it ) but I am sure you can find it with enough web searching.
Just so... no more no less. I am a very organized person and it baffles me when I see programs on TV where consultants come to organize other people's houses, at the very least they should come to teach them how to be organized, which they seldom do.
This was a great poast. One in which I thought "This seems perfectly logical" and "I need to think through this". I am so guilting of thinking a system is going to change how I operate. Thanks for giving me a handy way of remembering exactly what is going to make the difference - a behaivor not a thing.
You sound a little jealous of the U.S., Chris.
Does it bother you that no one wants to live in Malaysia?
The U.S. has the best quality of life here and we don't want to live in Malaysia. Why is it that I think you wish you were an American?
That's why I add those gas stations (e.g. usually Citgo with car washes in my experience) to my "Do-Not-Shop" list.
I see the same "deceptive" practice with grocery store sales with their "family value packs." In order to get the sale price, you must buy 5-10 pounds of a given meat. If not 5-10 pounds, then the per pound price is $1.00 - $2.00 more. That $5.99 porterhouse steak price looked good in the flyer, but not when you have to buy 5-6#/$30+ of steak. Oh,wait. You live by yourself, and you only wanted a couple of steaks/pounds? Then, that'll be $7.99/pound instead.
I no longer shop at Dominick's for this reason. I placed "deceptive" in quotes, because Dominick's does disclose in their ads that it is a "family value packs" price. But it just feels dishonest/slimy/skeezy/shady to sell me the exact same product but cost 30% more per pound if I only wanted a smaller batch right next to the "family value pack." They're packaging the meats right there at the store, so I'm not sure how they "justify" the increase in price. Do those styrofoam packages and the labor to butcher the meats make up 30% of the base cost of a steak?
Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate does more than make bubbles. The reason it is in shampoo is because it also kills lice. If people actually left the shampoo on their hair for the one to two minutes recommended any lice would die. I work with children and once the parents are aware of this my class never has a lice infestation. It works!
Another trick to watch out for at the gas pump is how many places deceptively advertise their prices.
Here in Chicago several gas station brands advertise huge signs that you can see from the road with a price like $2.69 a gallon.
Only when you get close to the gas station or even into the gas station lot can you read on the sign the small print "w/ car wash" under the $2.69 price.
Many people start pumping before they realize that the price without car wash is actually a higher price, say $2.89 a gallon.
go on the Atkins diet its the best thing you can do iv seen type 2 diabetics become 100% drug free normal blood sugar levels within 42 days on the Atkins diet
but make sure you learn about the Atkins diet first most people dont know how to do it properly
Mr moderator, please as a student how do i become rich in order to satisfy my material needs like good clothing, good perfumes, good manicure etc. Please i need your reply
I LOVE INVESTMENT SO MUCH. BUT MY PROBLEM IS WHAT DO I INVEST IN. I WAS THINKING OF INVESTING INTO LANDED PROPERTY, UNTIL THE ISSUE OF STOCK EXCHANGE CAME ACROSS MY MIND. PLEASE MR MODERATOR, I WILL APPRECIATE A REPLY FROM YOU. HOW DO I GET INTO THE NIGERIA STOCK EXCHANGE?, WHAT ARE THE GUIDELINES TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THEIR MARKET?, WHAT ARE THE LANGUAGES INVOLVED?, WHAT ARE THE CRITERIA FOR BEING ADMITED?, WHAT BOOKS DO I READ TO ENHANCE MY KNOWLEDGE?, OTHER MEMBERS WHO HAS ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS SHOULD PLS REPLY OR REACH ME THROUGH MY MAIL ON Jonify2005@yahoo.com. Or 07038178349. Thanks a lot
So what if the gas of price is high, we in Malaysia (an oil producing nation is getting subsidized gas ! We in Malaysia are enjoying high growth and high inflation, I do not understand all this complaining. We have to thank China for our strong growth as our economy was going down until March 2009 and China rescued us by buying our commodities. Currently there is strong job market, 2 jobs for every worker, we have to import in foreign labour to do jobs that locals do not want to do ! We have high inflation, an example is a local dessert called "cendol" selling for $1.20 in local currency a month ago, is now selling for $ 1.80 in local currency. Thats a hefty increase, so don't complain, enjoy the boom ! If you want to spend more just job hop your way to a higher salary like what we are doing in Malaysia !
"In California, some stations were using equipment that tricked customers into believing they were getting more gasoline...
The gas dealers were especially difficult to catch there because the equipment initially fooled inspectors. While inspectors usually pump 1, 5 or 10 gallons of gasoline for testing, the illegal equipment ensured those amounts dispensed properly...
When undercover inspectors pumped differing amounts of gasoline--such as 6 or 9 gallons--they discovered they were shortchanged by as much as a third..."
If you check the pump, it normally has a stamp or license from the state. It could be the department of weight and measures or another agency. They have a responsibility for regulating gas stations. If you think you are being ripped off, and have solid proof, such as knowing what your tank size is and being charged for a larger amount, report it to that state agency. They are supposed to investigate.
couple other ways
1. If you get in the car and don't see an appropriate change in the fuel meter you can contest it with the reciept of what you were charged.
2. If you see the amount being totaled wrong and this happens more than once I would see about starting a class action suit. All that is required is the receipt... If the receipt doesn't match the pump screen then there is a problem, and if the numbers don't add up there is a problem. You don't have to do it at the pump.
3. Pay VERY close attention for individual gas cans... As long as the cans are never off on amounts you should be able to be confident about other times.
I really like the idea of re using my old cards. Does anybody know if it is legal to sell them?? I would like to sell mine at the annual craft faire we have through work every year. And at the farmers market. Just wondering what the copyright laws are about selling them. thanks. please e-mail me with your answer, chicochick1@sbcglobal.net
I received a card from Netspend. It was sent to an old address, which fortunately, happened to be my parents house. Although, I haven't lived there for 8 years.
I was appalled and upset, especially considering it's a company I have no relationship with. Not that it would be better if it was my bank or a credit card company I'm with, but at least I could understand that.
We should absolutely spend money to make our life better because life if futile and it makes NO SENSE to hoard it. There is always more money that comes to a person... it is only a tool.
The fear of spending is because the strong financial industry that makes everyone feel poor, even the people who are doing really well financially.
I worked in financial services for 15 years, and much of the advice given is flawed, edging on the unethical.
We always travelled with our kids everywhere: Europe, Caribbean, Hawaii.... and we don't make a lot of money,... but if you want to go have fun you always find ways to accomplish it.
I just can't imagine myself 60 year old doing some of the difficult hikes we've done with kids... so I say YES - SPEND YOUR MONEY _ ENJOY YOUR LIFE
My husband and I just went through all of our old cds this past weekend and entered their isb numbers onto a website called SecondSpin.com - and we're going to make $180 this week! if you put most of your music on the computer nowadays - it would be worth it to look into. They paid $10 for an old Pink Floyd cd and decent prices for many others. ;-)
We need more reviews like this; I do my research too and I am always highly disappointed in a product that does not live up to my research (or its descriptions).
I just bought my first video camera a Flip Mino HD for a trip I just went on recently and everyone is impressed with it's quality and performance including me. Not quite a web cam and I am sorry this one was (clearly) so horrible!
I too have a diNovo Edge keyboard and agree that Logitech just gets some things right, this keyboard is one, the Z-5500 5.1 speakers (which I own two sets of one for PC and another for my TV... I also had the Z-680's which were the previous model and were great too). You will see no flames coming from this corner my friend as I truely do appreciate an honest review when I see one. =)
This is definitely my problem area. Many books on the subject make the same point: most people rush out to buy organizing solutions, when the real first step should be to declutter AND then to organize. "You can't organize clutter" is the maxim of a famous online declutter site.
Thanks for the reminder. I will now shut off my computer and get some stuff together for the Food Bank Thrift Shop!
I remember a year ago NJ gave a surprise inspection to all the gas stations in the area to test if they were pumping the amount that they said they were. Very few actually were regardless of what the pumps said. Regardless i know the offenders in my area and now steer clear. I could not find the results ( I printed out the page and didn't bookmark it ) but I am sure you can find it with enough web searching.
Just so... no more no less. I am a very organized person and it baffles me when I see programs on TV where consultants come to organize other people's houses, at the very least they should come to teach them how to be organized, which they seldom do.
This was a great poast. One in which I thought "This seems perfectly logical" and "I need to think through this". I am so guilting of thinking a system is going to change how I operate. Thanks for giving me a handy way of remembering exactly what is going to make the difference - a behaivor not a thing.
You sound a little jealous of the U.S., Chris.
Does it bother you that no one wants to live in Malaysia?
The U.S. has the best quality of life here and we don't want to live in Malaysia. Why is it that I think you wish you were an American?
That's why I add those gas stations (e.g. usually Citgo with car washes in my experience) to my "Do-Not-Shop" list.
I see the same "deceptive" practice with grocery store sales with their "family value packs." In order to get the sale price, you must buy 5-10 pounds of a given meat. If not 5-10 pounds, then the per pound price is $1.00 - $2.00 more. That $5.99 porterhouse steak price looked good in the flyer, but not when you have to buy 5-6#/$30+ of steak. Oh,wait. You live by yourself, and you only wanted a couple of steaks/pounds? Then, that'll be $7.99/pound instead.
I no longer shop at Dominick's for this reason. I placed "deceptive" in quotes, because Dominick's does disclose in their ads that it is a "family value packs" price. But it just feels dishonest/slimy/skeezy/shady to sell me the exact same product but cost 30% more per pound if I only wanted a smaller batch right next to the "family value pack." They're packaging the meats right there at the store, so I'm not sure how they "justify" the increase in price. Do those styrofoam packages and the labor to butcher the meats make up 30% of the base cost of a steak?
Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate does more than make bubbles. The reason it is in shampoo is because it also kills lice. If people actually left the shampoo on their hair for the one to two minutes recommended any lice would die. I work with children and once the parents are aware of this my class never has a lice infestation. It works!
Another trick to watch out for at the gas pump is how many places deceptively advertise their prices.
Here in Chicago several gas station brands advertise huge signs that you can see from the road with a price like $2.69 a gallon.
Only when you get close to the gas station or even into the gas station lot can you read on the sign the small print "w/ car wash" under the $2.69 price.
Many people start pumping before they realize that the price without car wash is actually a higher price, say $2.89 a gallon.
go on the Atkins diet its the best thing you can do iv seen type 2 diabetics become 100% drug free normal blood sugar levels within 42 days on the Atkins diet
but make sure you learn about the Atkins diet first most people dont know how to do it properly
Mr moderator, please as a student how do i become rich in order to satisfy my material needs like good clothing, good perfumes, good manicure etc. Please i need your reply
I LOVE INVESTMENT SO MUCH. BUT MY PROBLEM IS WHAT DO I INVEST IN. I WAS THINKING OF INVESTING INTO LANDED PROPERTY, UNTIL THE ISSUE OF STOCK EXCHANGE CAME ACROSS MY MIND. PLEASE MR MODERATOR, I WILL APPRECIATE A REPLY FROM YOU. HOW DO I GET INTO THE NIGERIA STOCK EXCHANGE?, WHAT ARE THE GUIDELINES TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THEIR MARKET?, WHAT ARE THE LANGUAGES INVOLVED?, WHAT ARE THE CRITERIA FOR BEING ADMITED?, WHAT BOOKS DO I READ TO ENHANCE MY KNOWLEDGE?, OTHER MEMBERS WHO HAS ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS SHOULD PLS REPLY OR REACH ME THROUGH MY MAIL ON Jonify2005@yahoo.com. Or 07038178349. Thanks a lot
So what if the gas of price is high, we in Malaysia (an oil producing nation is getting subsidized gas ! We in Malaysia are enjoying high growth and high inflation, I do not understand all this complaining. We have to thank China for our strong growth as our economy was going down until March 2009 and China rescued us by buying our commodities. Currently there is strong job market, 2 jobs for every worker, we have to import in foreign labour to do jobs that locals do not want to do ! We have high inflation, an example is a local dessert called "cendol" selling for $1.20 in local currency a month ago, is now selling for $ 1.80 in local currency. Thats a hefty increase, so don't complain, enjoy the boom ! If you want to spend more just job hop your way to a higher salary like what we are doing in Malaysia !
"In California, some stations were using equipment that tricked customers into believing they were getting more gasoline...
The gas dealers were especially difficult to catch there because the equipment initially fooled inspectors. While inspectors usually pump 1, 5 or 10 gallons of gasoline for testing, the illegal equipment ensured those amounts dispensed properly...
When undercover inspectors pumped differing amounts of gasoline--such as 6 or 9 gallons--they discovered they were shortchanged by as much as a third..."
http://www.fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2001/052001/05312001/296679
If you check the pump, it normally has a stamp or license from the state. It could be the department of weight and measures or another agency. They have a responsibility for regulating gas stations. If you think you are being ripped off, and have solid proof, such as knowing what your tank size is and being charged for a larger amount, report it to that state agency. They are supposed to investigate.
or we could get crazy and stop at 1
couple other ways
1. If you get in the car and don't see an appropriate change in the fuel meter you can contest it with the reciept of what you were charged.
2. If you see the amount being totaled wrong and this happens more than once I would see about starting a class action suit. All that is required is the receipt... If the receipt doesn't match the pump screen then there is a problem, and if the numbers don't add up there is a problem. You don't have to do it at the pump.
3. Pay VERY close attention for individual gas cans... As long as the cans are never off on amounts you should be able to be confident about other times.
Or, you could drive a Smart car. The tank is so small, you really don't care what the gas costs.
It takes almost no time to stop pumping at 10 gallons/liters and check the price, but could save you from overpaying on an entire tank.
for most compact cars, gas tanks are no more than 12 gallons. i'd say go for 5 gallons, then check.
Reno Nevada thanks you very much ! :)
I really like the idea of re using my old cards. Does anybody know if it is legal to sell them?? I would like to sell mine at the annual craft faire we have through work every year. And at the farmers market. Just wondering what the copyright laws are about selling them. thanks. please e-mail me with your answer, chicochick1@sbcglobal.net
I received a card from Netspend. It was sent to an old address, which fortunately, happened to be my parents house. Although, I haven't lived there for 8 years.
I was appalled and upset, especially considering it's a company I have no relationship with. Not that it would be better if it was my bank or a credit card company I'm with, but at least I could understand that.
Yes, Yes, Yes
We should absolutely spend money to make our life better because life if futile and it makes NO SENSE to hoard it. There is always more money that comes to a person... it is only a tool.
The fear of spending is because the strong financial industry that makes everyone feel poor, even the people who are doing really well financially.
I worked in financial services for 15 years, and much of the advice given is flawed, edging on the unethical.
We always travelled with our kids everywhere: Europe, Caribbean, Hawaii.... and we don't make a lot of money,... but if you want to go have fun you always find ways to accomplish it.
I just can't imagine myself 60 year old doing some of the difficult hikes we've done with kids... so I say YES - SPEND YOUR MONEY _ ENJOY YOUR LIFE
No ....
Same old story ,, WE are going to pay for it ...
Todays paper ,, says they will figure out where the funds come from ,,later .. Well that sounds typical govt..
I bet all the communist leaders ,, are laughing ...
I don't mind paying taxes ,, but this is getting crazy..
We can't keep paying everyone w/govt funds ..