How about forgo the traditional paper holiday cards altogether & send e-cards? Environmentally & pocket-friendly. There's plenty of websites to get cute cards (especially hallmark.com) for free.
Hubby and I have been doing this since we bought our home 18 years ago. Prior to that we were in an apt. so most went towards laundry. We have an old mason jar that when full holds $200. We usually fill this at least 4 times a year. I know we should put it in the bank, but this is our do what we want with money. I have my jar every August for our State Fair, he has a Canandian fishing trip him and his buds take every June. We can spoil ourselves and not feel guilty. Actually used the last 1.5 jars for a new snowblower this winter.Doesnt hurt the checkbook.
Our nephew got married last year. Told them about the change jar now that they dont have to use change for laundry. In Nov. their dryer died. Hit the change jar and didnt even have to touch their checkbook. They were so shocked. They have an awesome one year old baby boy who hubby and I are Grandparents to, so we got him a piggy bank, course we had to fill it up some!!! They are going to start him with this concept, any change left from a dollar bill goes in the piggy bank. It has to be the most painless way to save!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow - I wish I had known about this book before Christmas. I am the tech support for my family. This would have been a perfect gift for my nieces, sister and my daughter.
I have been using the reusable bags for months now and I love them. Meijers has the best bags. I want one of the walmart green ones that they was giving away... I would love to buy one from someone. Please email me.
This book looks great. I am a WOACA (Woman of a certain age) and was NOT born clutching a silver mouse. While I am fairly proficient at computers, it is always great to learn new skills, especially when they are provided in English rather than Computerese!
at our house we keep separate jars, and have a friendly competition to see who has more when we turn it in on New Year's Eve day (our banks are quite happy to count change for a deposit). I also keep a separate bank full of just "street money," that is the change I find when walking around. In the last few years it has ranged from a low of just under $2.00 to over $7.00. That's not much compared to folks who live in real cities -- I've read about a guy in new york who found hundreds each year, which he always donated to charity.
so many people arguing, runescape is kinda adicting ive played 3 years i stoped and now im back on it its ok if u know how to pull apart and not get to cought up in it.I'm lvl 98 and i still like it i think its the best game out there and its not just for poor peoplE,AND U NOOBS WHO SAY ITS BAD U PROBLY THE ONES WHO ARE LVL 20-50 AND DIE AL THE TIME AND HAVE ONLY 10K SO SHUT UP!!!!!!!!
I recently purchased a coin counting jar (on sale at CVS). Its amazing how obsessed I've become at emptying my pockets and purse at the end of the day. Seeing the coins add up is much more engaging than just guessing how much might be in the coin jar.
I've also read that its a good idea to take the smallest bills out of your wallet at the end of each day and stash them as well. Not so much as a way to pad your piggy bank, but as a preventative method to hitting the ATM everytime you need a dollar or two (in my case to pay for parking). If I take out $20 I'll spend the whole $20, so keeping extra singles around the house helps me stay on budget.
Single (on-line dating) mother of 4 would greatly appreciate help, in any form, when it comes to my computer! If I win this deliciously titled book, I would start with the section on "how to get rid of pop-ups that say, your virus protection has expired", which occurs every time I time on my computer....next I would flip to the section on "what to do when you're prompted to upgrade your email page, but now you can't find your favorites and your contacts are a thing of the past!" Don't get me started on my work computer, the IT guy is great, I just can't comprehend hyper-speak and if I could think that fast, I wouldn't be working here!!
.... but this book is one I'd love to read AND review for my blog :D
Ohhh how exciting! A geeky book for girls that isn't covered in pink and glitter :P
Fabulously Broke in the City
Just a girl trying to find a balance between being a Shopaholic and a Saver...
This looks like a cool book, I'd enjoy it a lot I think :)
This sounds like a great book. I could finally keep up with my geek boyfriend!
This would be a great book for me and my daughter.
How about forgo the traditional paper holiday cards altogether & send e-cards? Environmentally & pocket-friendly. There's plenty of websites to get cute cards (especially hallmark.com) for free.
I'd love to win a copy of this book for my mom. maybe someone else can explain things to her in a way that I can't seem to.
Thanks!
I would like the book i have a few prospective gals that could learn a lesson or two.
I'd love to win one of the copies for the budding Geek Goddess in my life.
Sounds like a great book.
Hubby and I have been doing this since we bought our home 18 years ago. Prior to that we were in an apt. so most went towards laundry. We have an old mason jar that when full holds $200. We usually fill this at least 4 times a year. I know we should put it in the bank, but this is our do what we want with money. I have my jar every August for our State Fair, he has a Canandian fishing trip him and his buds take every June. We can spoil ourselves and not feel guilty. Actually used the last 1.5 jars for a new snowblower this winter.Doesnt hurt the checkbook.
Our nephew got married last year. Told them about the change jar now that they dont have to use change for laundry. In Nov. their dryer died. Hit the change jar and didnt even have to touch their checkbook. They were so shocked. They have an awesome one year old baby boy who hubby and I are Grandparents to, so we got him a piggy bank, course we had to fill it up some!!! They are going to start him with this concept, any change left from a dollar bill goes in the piggy bank. It has to be the most painless way to save!!!!!!!!!!!
Pick me! Pick me!
Wow - I wish I had known about this book before Christmas. I am the tech support for my family. This would have been a perfect gift for my nieces, sister and my daughter.
I have been using the reusable bags for months now and I love them. Meijers has the best bags. I want one of the walmart green ones that they was giving away... I would love to buy one from someone. Please email me.
sctc04@aol.com
This book would be perfect for quite a few girls I know who want to be more tech savvy but aren't sure where to start!
This book looks great. I am a WOACA (Woman of a certain age) and was NOT born clutching a silver mouse. While I am fairly proficient at computers, it is always great to learn new skills, especially when they are provided in English rather than Computerese!
My mom *SO* need this book!
at our house we keep separate jars, and have a friendly competition to see who has more when we turn it in on New Year's Eve day (our banks are quite happy to count change for a deposit). I also keep a separate bank full of just "street money," that is the change I find when walking around. In the last few years it has ranged from a low of just under $2.00 to over $7.00. That's not much compared to folks who live in real cities -- I've read about a guy in new york who found hundreds each year, which he always donated to charity.
...or NOT! ;-) I would learn a lot from this book.
Good review!
so many people arguing, runescape is kinda adicting ive played 3 years i stoped and now im back on it its ok if u know how to pull apart and not get to cought up in it.I'm lvl 98 and i still like it i think its the best game out there and its not just for poor peoplE,AND U NOOBS WHO SAY ITS BAD U PROBLY THE ONES WHO ARE LVL 20-50 AND DIE AL THE TIME AND HAVE ONLY 10K SO SHUT UP!!!!!!!!
I recently purchased a coin counting jar (on sale at CVS). Its amazing how obsessed I've become at emptying my pockets and purse at the end of the day. Seeing the coins add up is much more engaging than just guessing how much might be in the coin jar.
I've also read that its a good idea to take the smallest bills out of your wallet at the end of each day and stash them as well. Not so much as a way to pad your piggy bank, but as a preventative method to hitting the ATM everytime you need a dollar or two (in my case to pay for parking). If I take out $20 I'll spend the whole $20, so keeping extra singles around the house helps me stay on budget.
Single (on-line dating) mother of 4 would greatly appreciate help, in any form, when it comes to my computer! If I win this deliciously titled book, I would start with the section on "how to get rid of pop-ups that say, your virus protection has expired", which occurs every time I time on my computer....next I would flip to the section on "what to do when you're prompted to upgrade your email page, but now you can't find your favorites and your contacts are a thing of the past!" Don't get me started on my work computer, the IT guy is great, I just can't comprehend hyper-speak and if I could think that fast, I wouldn't be working here!!
I definitely need this book... it just took me 10 minutes to figure out how to leave a comment! LOL
I'd like a copy, please enter me in the drawing
Wow! Love the title: "Geek Goddess". My husband would agree, it's soooo me.
Sharon
The book sounds interesting...would love to present it to my wife.
This book sounds great, I'd love to own a copy! might be a good idea to suggest to my book club too....