Absolutely. I've been guilty of that one myself. I tend to focus more on increasing revenue than cutting moderate expenses, but sometimes, I have to buckle down and realize I can't afford to go bowling tonight.
Great point. That's interesting. I've had quite a few interviewers ask me about my pay expectations, but I've never had one ask me to disclose what I'm currently making. Awkward. I suppose if they asked, I'd simply tell them my salary expectations.
It's amazing how articles like this one never go into the issue of visas and residence permits. They make it sound like moving abroad is about as simple as moving from North Dakota to South Dakota. Take it from a life-long expat: it very rarely is.
If you are ever in belltown and are willing to try a new Sushi place, I highly recommend Wann's. It's on 2nd and Lenora, they have an amazing atmosphere, staff, happy hour all day Monday and Tuesday and hard to beat prices plus the sushi is the best I've ever had, and I eat a lot of sushi. Definitely check it out if you have the chance.
Unfortunately, I did indeed study Latin as well. And I do indeed regret it.
Like your friend, it helped me immensely on my SATs, which in turn helped me immensely with college applications.
I still wish I took Spanish. Or Chinese. Or any language -- all of which could also encourage study groups, potlucks, movie watching... -- that would allow me to interact with millions of other people across the world in their native tongues.
But if taking Latin worked for you, I say macte virtute! Factum optime! (I never said I was good at it.)
I lost my wallet in another country while on vacation and, due to my being a dumbass, it literally contained everything including my sin and citizenship card. Now I need a job (as soon as possible) but I need my citizenship card to get a new sin card, my birth certificate wont work because I wasn't born here. It also takes 2 pieces of ID to get the citizenship card and all I have is my passport and a birth certificate that might not qualify. And it takes 6 months to get another citizenship card so I seriously don't know what to do. Any recommendations?
Good advice, but keep in mind that the most expensive hotels sometimes include the least amenities, other than location and onsite facilities.
The expensive hotels we stay in for business, typically near convention centers, generally do not have a microwave or fridge, and they frequently charge for wi-fi usage by the day. They also generally do not have free breakfast.
By contrast, the medium priced hotels we used for soccer tournaments almost ALWAYS included free wi-fi, a microwave, a fridge & free breakfast. They also generally have a pool and an exercise room, though maybe not as fancy as higher priced hotels. They were located more on the outskirts of town, however.
Most hotels offer bath products that are adequate for any stay, and will give you things that are not in the room, if you ask.
I think that free breakfast and free Internet tend to be more at the medium/small scale hotels whereas the expensive ones charge and arm and a leg for breakfast and Internet.
I made vanilla extract by infusing grade B vanilla beans (12 beans for ~$4 on Amazon) in a cheap bottle of vodka (our liquor store had one for $6.99!). It takes about 6 weeks before it's ready to use, but for about $12, I'll have enough vanilla to last us years!
I think the most awkward questions are those regarding compensation, if an employer wants me to disclose how much I'm currently making, they should disclose how much they are currently paying the person for that position.
I always find it hilarious when companies try to headhunt myself and colleagues and then use this method to try and low ball. Not. Going. To. Work.
I love chicken, especially when grilled! One thing that I recognize also from the list is the chicken adobo. Chicken Adobo is one of my favorites. It's easy to prepare, low cost, and absolutely delicious. I agree that it is best paired with rice. Additional tip, to add a twist to this wonderful dish, you can also use coconut milk to add flavor to the sauce.
Also, peels boost rose fragrance when buried at base of rose Bush about 8"-1'. Deepens the color, be sure to sprinkle ant poison with it. Not a lot, and a little around the base after you water it when you refill the hole.
I like the way you mention getting a FREE Trip. American Airlines wanted $685 in fees and taxes (no explanation of what they were) + a ticketing fee of $50 for a RT to Europe with the FULL amount of miles required (50000) ...
FREE?
I had to stop my reservation and am still trying to get them to explain the fees...
They also have almost no seats out of season 9 months ahead...
We make our home available to college people visiting friends, and whomever else who finds themselves in need of a place to stay (friends of friends who vouch for them) and we're glad to do it. Last summer it was five groomsmen, several college students, and a fiance or two. We are expecting another group of groomsmen and two of their wives for a wedding here in a few weeks. Separate accommodations all over this large home makes that possible, plus a desire to provide in this way for friends. Quite often these are poor folk! All that said, I find it difficult when they won't say anything to us at all, almost like they're stealthing around, when it's clear we're awake. We ask for none of their time, although sitting with us as they come and go is just the kind thing to do. Then, young men in particular, sleep on top of bedding (now I have to wash everything!) What. Didn't they think I had prepared for them? Sometimes all use of bathrooming is foregone even though it's completely private for them. Last guest I couldn't tell what he used and the damp towel was underneath the folded dry ones. Often there is not so much as a thank you note. Then he stayed. Until Friday. And thinking he'd be leaving later in the day, I found him vacated, never having so much as said boo. Unfortunately, this particular young man has been here more than once and refusing him now will be awkward. Bottom line: please help me formulate some expectations for houseguests. Unless someone puts paper in their hands, thanks are not usually forthcoming, let alone a small token of their appreciation. Ugh.
Over brushing can destroy the enamel on your teeth as well. My brother has no teeth left, they went black then broke off, because of over brushing.
Fantastic point Paige! Equating love with money spent is so incredibly unhealthy. Thanks for the feedback!
Absolutely. I've been guilty of that one myself. I tend to focus more on increasing revenue than cutting moderate expenses, but sometimes, I have to buckle down and realize I can't afford to go bowling tonight.
That's so true. Nothing in the realm of investment is a guarantee (not even Treasury Bonds).
Great point. That's interesting. I've had quite a few interviewers ask me about my pay expectations, but I've never had one ask me to disclose what I'm currently making. Awkward. I suppose if they asked, I'd simply tell them my salary expectations.
It's amazing how articles like this one never go into the issue of visas and residence permits. They make it sound like moving abroad is about as simple as moving from North Dakota to South Dakota. Take it from a life-long expat: it very rarely is.
If you are ever in belltown and are willing to try a new Sushi place, I highly recommend Wann's. It's on 2nd and Lenora, they have an amazing atmosphere, staff, happy hour all day Monday and Tuesday and hard to beat prices plus the sushi is the best I've ever had, and I eat a lot of sushi. Definitely check it out if you have the chance.
Thanx. May be nice for a visit but I prefer to be retired in my own country . . . the good ole US of A.
A waste of time? Definitely not. There's value in Latin.
But in the majority of pre-collegiate American school systems, it IS either/or: scarce resources means students aren't taking multiple languages.
So my point is only that there's MORE value in some other language options, if you're forced to choose.
Well I hope you're not Mr. Edbrook, my wonderful high-school Latin teacher, because that would be awkward.
Couldn't agree more. It's so tempting, and so ill-advised.
Alyssa,
Unfortunately, I did indeed study Latin as well. And I do indeed regret it.
Like your friend, it helped me immensely on my SATs, which in turn helped me immensely with college applications.
I still wish I took Spanish. Or Chinese. Or any language -- all of which could also encourage study groups, potlucks, movie watching... -- that would allow me to interact with millions of other people across the world in their native tongues.
But if taking Latin worked for you, I say macte virtute! Factum optime! (I never said I was good at it.)
I lost my wallet in another country while on vacation and, due to my being a dumbass, it literally contained everything including my sin and citizenship card. Now I need a job (as soon as possible) but I need my citizenship card to get a new sin card, my birth certificate wont work because I wasn't born here. It also takes 2 pieces of ID to get the citizenship card and all I have is my passport and a birth certificate that might not qualify. And it takes 6 months to get another citizenship card so I seriously don't know what to do. Any recommendations?
Good advice, but keep in mind that the most expensive hotels sometimes include the least amenities, other than location and onsite facilities.
The expensive hotels we stay in for business, typically near convention centers, generally do not have a microwave or fridge, and they frequently charge for wi-fi usage by the day. They also generally do not have free breakfast.
By contrast, the medium priced hotels we used for soccer tournaments almost ALWAYS included free wi-fi, a microwave, a fridge & free breakfast. They also generally have a pool and an exercise room, though maybe not as fancy as higher priced hotels. They were located more on the outskirts of town, however.
Most hotels offer bath products that are adequate for any stay, and will give you things that are not in the room, if you ask.
I'll watch an episode of my favorite series. That should do the trick
I watch a movie to relax.
I relax by watching some of the shows I DVR'd that day
I think that free breakfast and free Internet tend to be more at the medium/small scale hotels whereas the expensive ones charge and arm and a leg for breakfast and Internet.
I made vanilla extract by infusing grade B vanilla beans (12 beans for ~$4 on Amazon) in a cheap bottle of vodka (our liquor store had one for $6.99!). It takes about 6 weeks before it's ready to use, but for about $12, I'll have enough vanilla to last us years!
I think the most awkward questions are those regarding compensation, if an employer wants me to disclose how much I'm currently making, they should disclose how much they are currently paying the person for that position.
I always find it hilarious when companies try to headhunt myself and colleagues and then use this method to try and low ball. Not. Going. To. Work.
I love chicken, especially when grilled! One thing that I recognize also from the list is the chicken adobo. Chicken Adobo is one of my favorites. It's easy to prepare, low cost, and absolutely delicious. I agree that it is best paired with rice. Additional tip, to add a twist to this wonderful dish, you can also use coconut milk to add flavor to the sauce.
Also, peels boost rose fragrance when buried at base of rose Bush about 8"-1'. Deepens the color, be sure to sprinkle ant poison with it. Not a lot, and a little around the base after you water it when you refill the hole.
I like the way you mention getting a FREE Trip. American Airlines wanted $685 in fees and taxes (no explanation of what they were) + a ticketing fee of $50 for a RT to Europe with the FULL amount of miles required (50000) ...
FREE?
I had to stop my reservation and am still trying to get them to explain the fees...
They also have almost no seats out of season 9 months ahead...
We make our home available to college people visiting friends, and whomever else who finds themselves in need of a place to stay (friends of friends who vouch for them) and we're glad to do it. Last summer it was five groomsmen, several college students, and a fiance or two. We are expecting another group of groomsmen and two of their wives for a wedding here in a few weeks. Separate accommodations all over this large home makes that possible, plus a desire to provide in this way for friends. Quite often these are poor folk! All that said, I find it difficult when they won't say anything to us at all, almost like they're stealthing around, when it's clear we're awake. We ask for none of their time, although sitting with us as they come and go is just the kind thing to do. Then, young men in particular, sleep on top of bedding (now I have to wash everything!) What. Didn't they think I had prepared for them? Sometimes all use of bathrooming is foregone even though it's completely private for them. Last guest I couldn't tell what he used and the damp towel was underneath the folded dry ones. Often there is not so much as a thank you note. Then he stayed. Until Friday. And thinking he'd be leaving later in the day, I found him vacated, never having so much as said boo. Unfortunately, this particular young man has been here more than once and refusing him now will be awkward. Bottom line: please help me formulate some expectations for houseguests. Unless someone puts paper in their hands, thanks are not usually forthcoming, let alone a small token of their appreciation. Ugh.
I relax by surfing the internet or knitting/crocheting