Kids around here seem to like clothing with their high school colors or mascots--sweatshirts, gloves, hats, etc. There are tons of choices available in local stores and through the schools.
Depositing money into their college savings account! They will REALLY appreciate it when the time comes. Besides that, cash, gift cards to their favorite stores, video games (if you know what they like and don't already have), and gadgets are always good for today's youth. :)
Just like nine out of the ten reasons I should leave my job were true when that article was posted, every last one of these is false. I get so micromanaged that a few hours ago I was criticized for how I hold my stapler, and when I lean forward to get paper out of the printer and my chair squeaks, I'm told I'd better not be thinking of going anywhere, because it's not lunch time yet. I spend 100% of my time feeling belittled and on edge, constantly on the verge of tears, and I see no improvement in sight.
Steve's points are valid and spot-on. Costumes like these usually come with racist assumptions . Cultures are not costumes. Racism may be cheap, but that doesn't make it okay.
Glad you enjoyed the article. There can be benefits to the community and your family so even though those are not necessarily guaranteed or the reason to give, they can be nice byproducts of giving.
Glad to know that giving has helped you to take a more thoughtful and creative look at your finances. The contentment thing is tricky and definitely a process of considering and reconsidering priorities and values, esp. if you have been giving generously for a while.
The reason is because in organic/natural peanut butter the peanut oil rises to the top of the jar forcing the consumer to stir the contents before using. The natural peanut oil in industrialized peanut butter is removed and replaced with a partially hydrolyzed (partial solid oil, like Crisco). If the oil is solid, there is no need to stir. Pure peanut oil is far more expensive than the industrial waste it is replaced with. That good peanut oil is sold separately for higher profits. Natural peanut butter is more expensive and far more nutritious.
Interesting, I never knew that oats would absorb odor like other ingredients. I've definitely used coffee grounds for things like this before. I LOVE the smell of coffee and its strong enough to overpower even the most pungent smells.
I disagree with all the commenters. Cash and gift cards are lazy and horribly unimaginative. Plus, while that teaches kids to be lazy by not putting thought into what they want instead of just blindly spending at a store (which is the opposite of what a finance website should be advocating).
If you are buying a gift for someone, spend some time to get an idea of what they might like and then use that to pick something out for them. They can always return it and get credit (which is essentially a gift card), if they don't like it. Plus, there is a chance they love it and it will be memorable (nobody will ever remember a gift card they recieved 2 years from now). Plus, it reduces the chance of wasted money from a gift card not being used. I still have gift cards from 5 years ago that I find randomly.
It’s always nice to give back to the community so when you have the opportunity and can,… definitely do so. The par that really caught my eye was: 3. Enjoying benefits that save you money. Great read.
The title of this article immediately caught my attention and I could not wait to read further. This article is what I actually do. I now pay in cash or I use my debit card because I’ve realized the impact a credit card can do. It can be really hard to stay disciplined but once you are, stay there!!
Planned giving off the top, makes us conscious of all the traditional "leaks" in our finances. It forces us to examine "wants" and "needs". We know what our bare bones budget looks like, even though we don't have to go there. It's forced us to be creative, to plan for and not react to every oncoming situation. So in that way it's been "good" for our finances. It allows us the freedom to give according to our consciences, without regret over missed opportunity to make a real impact while we still can. It's teaching us contentment (still in process). "Who is the rich man? He who is content with what he has."
I agree with this completely. I can remember as a kid wanting to buy something and separating my money into 2 piles: one to pay for the item and the second was what was left over. I would get sad when I would see the small left over pile. Many times, I passed on the item because I wanted to keep my money. With credit cards, I don't have that feeling. I just swipe a piece of plastic and am done with it.
Now I'm curious to try an all cash method to see what would happen to my spending!
I like to give them cash, I think it would frustrate them when they might go over the limit of the card or only have a few cents on it and will just store it away.. with cash they will think twice on what they want to purchase.
Kids around here seem to like clothing with their high school colors or mascots--sweatshirts, gloves, hats, etc. There are tons of choices available in local stores and through the schools.
There frozen salmon is wild caught not farm raised. 4.99lb . Wild is always better than farm raised.
Depositing money into their college savings account! They will REALLY appreciate it when the time comes. Besides that, cash, gift cards to their favorite stores, video games (if you know what they like and don't already have), and gadgets are always good for today's youth. :)
Just like nine out of the ten reasons I should leave my job were true when that article was posted, every last one of these is false. I get so micromanaged that a few hours ago I was criticized for how I hold my stapler, and when I lean forward to get paper out of the printer and my chair squeaks, I'm told I'd better not be thinking of going anywhere, because it's not lunch time yet. I spend 100% of my time feeling belittled and on edge, constantly on the verge of tears, and I see no improvement in sight.
But I'm stuck, and that's that.
All of your suggestions are great except one. I have to take issue with the "go as a person from another country" suggestion, and here's why: http://colorlines.com/archives/2012/10/ohio_university_students_warn_aga...
Steve's points are valid and spot-on. Costumes like these usually come with racist assumptions . Cultures are not costumes. Racism may be cheap, but that doesn't make it okay.
Glad you enjoyed the article. There can be benefits to the community and your family so even though those are not necessarily guaranteed or the reason to give, they can be nice byproducts of giving.
Glad to know that giving has helped you to take a more thoughtful and creative look at your finances. The contentment thing is tricky and definitely a process of considering and reconsidering priorities and values, esp. if you have been giving generously for a while.
I love these ideas! I will have to try these. I'm decorating my new apt and these ideas are perfect for organizing. Also, try this http://thegluegungirl.blogspot.com/2011/11/how-to-make-3d-cardboard-star.... They go great in my living room!
The reason is because in organic/natural peanut butter the peanut oil rises to the top of the jar forcing the consumer to stir the contents before using. The natural peanut oil in industrialized peanut butter is removed and replaced with a partially hydrolyzed (partial solid oil, like Crisco). If the oil is solid, there is no need to stir. Pure peanut oil is far more expensive than the industrial waste it is replaced with. That good peanut oil is sold separately for higher profits. Natural peanut butter is more expensive and far more nutritious.
Interesting, I never knew that oats would absorb odor like other ingredients. I've definitely used coffee grounds for things like this before. I LOVE the smell of coffee and its strong enough to overpower even the most pungent smells.
work sucks. most of your money goes to taxes. you're left with barely enough to live on.
I disagree with all the commenters. Cash and gift cards are lazy and horribly unimaginative. Plus, while that teaches kids to be lazy by not putting thought into what they want instead of just blindly spending at a store (which is the opposite of what a finance website should be advocating).
If you are buying a gift for someone, spend some time to get an idea of what they might like and then use that to pick something out for them. They can always return it and get credit (which is essentially a gift card), if they don't like it. Plus, there is a chance they love it and it will be memorable (nobody will ever remember a gift card they recieved 2 years from now). Plus, it reduces the chance of wasted money from a gift card not being used. I still have gift cards from 5 years ago that I find randomly.
It’s always nice to give back to the community so when you have the opportunity and can,… definitely do so. The par that really caught my eye was: 3. Enjoying benefits that save you money. Great read.
The title of this article immediately caught my attention and I could not wait to read further. This article is what I actually do. I now pay in cash or I use my debit card because I’ve realized the impact a credit card can do. It can be really hard to stay disciplined but once you are, stay there!!
Planned giving off the top, makes us conscious of all the traditional "leaks" in our finances. It forces us to examine "wants" and "needs". We know what our bare bones budget looks like, even though we don't have to go there. It's forced us to be creative, to plan for and not react to every oncoming situation. So in that way it's been "good" for our finances. It allows us the freedom to give according to our consciences, without regret over missed opportunity to make a real impact while we still can. It's teaching us contentment (still in process). "Who is the rich man? He who is content with what he has."
I would go with a gift card without a doubt! Teens change their mind hourly about what they want and like lol.
I agree with this completely. I can remember as a kid wanting to buy something and separating my money into 2 piles: one to pay for the item and the second was what was left over. I would get sad when I would see the small left over pile. Many times, I passed on the item because I wanted to keep my money. With credit cards, I don't have that feeling. I just swipe a piece of plastic and am done with it.
Now I'm curious to try an all cash method to see what would happen to my spending!
Most teens I know love gift cards or cash since they like to shop til they drop and most I know think money grows on trees
The girl teens are way into scarves right now!
Keeping track of credit card purchases real time can be accomplished easily by managing the account online. A few clicks, and feel the pain....
Gift Cards are the best gift, they can get what they want.
I like to give them cash, I think it would frustrate them when they might go over the limit of the card or only have a few cents on it and will just store it away.. with cash they will think twice on what they want to purchase.
Money. Duh!
Gift cards or money. I would prefer to be generic and give them something they like.
Cash is king.