Another way to utilize your travel cards on flights is that many cards allow you to use miles or points to pay for a portion of the flight with a combination of points & top up dollars if you have 50% of the required points An example is say the reward requires 30000 points & you have say 15000 points or more use the points & top up the balance required with a cash payment usually so many cents per point This gives you a half price ticket or better & saves you money for the trip or other things Have used this strategy for many years & had a portion of the trip paid by rewards every year
My partner and I are traveling the world together and doing a lot of the things you seem to be doing. We are on track to spend $10k each on a year trip through Europe, a stop in north Africa and a stop in the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia, and china.
It is definitely possible! It just takes a bit of dedication and endurance to make it happen!
My girlfriend has the magic Jack. She has had it for two years and claims it is exactly as promised. She is very happy. I am thinking of doing it myself. Less in a year to what I pay in a month.
The people who say Champaign/Urbana has a 'music scene' are the type of people who likes discovering co-workers in the band. I like places with bands I've heard of before that are worth paying to see. Or better yet cities that pay to bring headliners in for FREE.
If replica art is your thing that’s cool however I don’t like seeing the same thing twice! I prefer one of a kind pieces of art found in museums that are worth paying a little more for because you feel enlightened seeing something spectacular.
As far as the cuisine, if a burrito the size of your head is enough to make some people stop in this University town, good for them. The only place I'm still genuinely excited to eat at is DESTIHL & that is due to the fact that they opened a year & a half ago.
I miss living somewhere that has: arts, culture, cuisine, a legit music scene, stores worth shopping at, huge parks & zoo’s. A city near water & great hiking trails. I’m longing to move back to a place with options every night of the week to choose from.
Well my time here is coming to a close; brought here by my husband getting his Masters at the U o f I. In closing the only reason the live in CU is if you’re attending the U of I or if you’re a professor at the U of I, otherwise this is a desolate cornfield of a place. There isn't even truly beautiful scenery!
I would love to receive a thoughtful letter - yes, actual handwriting on paper. The paper could be anything from nice stationary to "found" paper (a favorite Chinese restaurant placemat, a vintage postcard, or a local advertisement for something unique, for example). Handwritten letters carry an energy that emails and texts can't begin to touch, and we can reread them when we need to reconnect to what matters.
I just tried this today, as my lens warranty ran out and I'm waiting to see an eye doctor. My glasses were extremely buffed, from leaving them on the dashboard lens side down down bumpy logging roads. Yeah, I didn't take good care of them, but to the point. I tried the armour etch today, and my glasses are brand new now, I swear. It took every single scratch out, and there were thousands of tiny ones! I actually cancelled the appointment with the doctor now, because I see no point in getting new lenses. I'm truly shocked at how well this worked. Oh, btw, I rubbed it in. I didnt just leave it on like some people mention doing. It didnt scratch the lens at all, I would put a picture on here if I could.
The tricky part when making moonshine though is to make sure you get ethanol not methanol. To do this you wanna bring your mash or what you call a must to 143 degrees first in order to get rid of the methanol ( the stuff that can make you go blind or kill you) the first bit that comes out of your still is junk. Second you wanna bring the mash to 173 degrees that's the point where the ethanol ( the good stuff, drinkable) comes out. You can repeatedly still the ethanol to make it a stronger proof. I've been making my own shine for the last 15 years and I've achieved 190 proof but its pretty harsh to drink. Almost high enough to burn in your car.
One of the best gifts I ever got was a tool box and some good quality handtools from my spouse. I could never find the particular hammer or screwdriver I wanted to use in my husband's messy shop in the garage. I've had it for over twenty five years now, and still use it frequently--it outlasted our marriage. Not romantic, perhaps, but a really thoughtful gift.
The BEST gifts are from the heart....
It can be a day off from life to do whatever you want,
a handmade gift personalized just for them,
Treats like a home cooked dinner,
If you have more $$$ than time, A gift she really, really wants but can't afford.
(I personally would love a hammock tent!!! HINT HINT!!)
Even simple gifts have touched me in the past...A jar of homemade salsa, basket of organic fruit that they grew, That item that they found at a yard sale that I wanted that they found first, only to turn around & give it to me later.
Just to follow up on the cookware, check online for discontinued lines from name brands. My wife and I just bought a 12 piece set for $40.00, the same price as one pan at our local store. Why? Because they were discontinuing the line and getting rid of their stock. I was happy to help.
Thanks for the ideas~ I was just thinking today that I wish the store still had my black tank top for sale since it is all faded, must try the re-dying with my blacks!
My 18 year old son spent part of last night making the legs of his jeans skinnier with the sewing machine. I suspect that he is the only eighteen year old boy at his school who could do that, because he is the only boy doing Textiles as a subject. I was really proud of him and he intends to alter another four pairs of jeans that would have gone to the op shop otherwise. I think this skill will stay with him, and at 6'4" no-one is teasing him about it.
I learned about witchhazel in the Army to help heal blisters, it works. It also helps to reduce the pain from muscle aches. If you're a person that pushes their body too far sometimes it's good to have around.
I agree that you should not use a debit card attached to your checking account online. The protections with a branded debit card, while similar to those offered by credit cards, are not quite the same. And it pulls from your checking account, so that can be a serious problem. A prepaid DEBIT card can be an option. You can also use PayPal at many merchants. Also, a regular credit card can be a good choice.
The best gift is something that she actually wants! I remember years ago, my late husband was convinced by the women he worked with that I should get a spa day as a gift. I'm not a "spa day" type of girl - never was, but they had convinced him it was a one-size-fits-all gift. I thanked him profusely for the sweet thought, and asked if it was OK if we did something else. He was relieved, and we had a wonderful day together instead.
I think the best gift for a women is something thoughtful and something that she's interested in like clothes handbags jewelry or even romance--a surprise picnic, walk or special getaway. To me gifts don't always have to be bought just well though out!
My favorite gifts are usually something I saw out and mentioned that I loved, but didn't buy for whatever reason. When a loved one remembers and goes back to get it, it is such a treat and a pleasant surprise! For a woman I don't know as well, flowers never fail to delight. Or gift cards! :)
Another way to utilize your travel cards on flights is that many cards allow you to use miles or points to pay for a portion of the flight with a combination of points & top up dollars if you have 50% of the required points An example is say the reward requires 30000 points & you have say 15000 points or more use the points & top up the balance required with a cash payment usually so many cents per point This gives you a half price ticket or better & saves you money for the trip or other things Have used this strategy for many years & had a portion of the trip paid by rewards every year
My partner and I are traveling the world together and doing a lot of the things you seem to be doing. We are on track to spend $10k each on a year trip through Europe, a stop in north Africa and a stop in the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia, and china.
It is definitely possible! It just takes a bit of dedication and endurance to make it happen!
Singing and playing (on acoustic guitar) an original, heartfelt song in a romantic place when it's just the two of you.
My girlfriend has the magic Jack. She has had it for two years and claims it is exactly as promised. She is very happy. I am thinking of doing it myself. Less in a year to what I pay in a month.
Sally is right & Jeff is spot on!
The people who say Champaign/Urbana has a 'music scene' are the type of people who likes discovering co-workers in the band. I like places with bands I've heard of before that are worth paying to see. Or better yet cities that pay to bring headliners in for FREE.
If replica art is your thing that’s cool however I don’t like seeing the same thing twice! I prefer one of a kind pieces of art found in museums that are worth paying a little more for because you feel enlightened seeing something spectacular.
As far as the cuisine, if a burrito the size of your head is enough to make some people stop in this University town, good for them. The only place I'm still genuinely excited to eat at is DESTIHL & that is due to the fact that they opened a year & a half ago.
I miss living somewhere that has: arts, culture, cuisine, a legit music scene, stores worth shopping at, huge parks & zoo’s. A city near water & great hiking trails. I’m longing to move back to a place with options every night of the week to choose from.
Well my time here is coming to a close; brought here by my husband getting his Masters at the U o f I. In closing the only reason the live in CU is if you’re attending the U of I or if you’re a professor at the U of I, otherwise this is a desolate cornfield of a place. There isn't even truly beautiful scenery!
Gift cards to a favorite clothing store are always welcome, that way women can pick out what they like.
I would love to receive a thoughtful letter - yes, actual handwriting on paper. The paper could be anything from nice stationary to "found" paper (a favorite Chinese restaurant placemat, a vintage postcard, or a local advertisement for something unique, for example). Handwritten letters carry an energy that emails and texts can't begin to touch, and we can reread them when we need to reconnect to what matters.
I just tried this today, as my lens warranty ran out and I'm waiting to see an eye doctor. My glasses were extremely buffed, from leaving them on the dashboard lens side down down bumpy logging roads. Yeah, I didn't take good care of them, but to the point. I tried the armour etch today, and my glasses are brand new now, I swear. It took every single scratch out, and there were thousands of tiny ones! I actually cancelled the appointment with the doctor now, because I see no point in getting new lenses. I'm truly shocked at how well this worked. Oh, btw, I rubbed it in. I didnt just leave it on like some people mention doing. It didnt scratch the lens at all, I would put a picture on here if I could.
The tricky part when making moonshine though is to make sure you get ethanol not methanol. To do this you wanna bring your mash or what you call a must to 143 degrees first in order to get rid of the methanol ( the stuff that can make you go blind or kill you) the first bit that comes out of your still is junk. Second you wanna bring the mash to 173 degrees that's the point where the ethanol ( the good stuff, drinkable) comes out. You can repeatedly still the ethanol to make it a stronger proof. I've been making my own shine for the last 15 years and I've achieved 190 proof but its pretty harsh to drink. Almost high enough to burn in your car.
Well you missed the boat! NetSpend is the best thing since sliced bread! Too bad for stupid people!
Milk is also cheaper at gas stations and at rite-aid.
I love a big bunch of my favorite flowers. A massage gift with it is very nice!
One of the best gifts I ever got was a tool box and some good quality handtools from my spouse. I could never find the particular hammer or screwdriver I wanted to use in my husband's messy shop in the garage. I've had it for over twenty five years now, and still use it frequently--it outlasted our marriage. Not romantic, perhaps, but a really thoughtful gift.
The BEST gifts are from the heart....
It can be a day off from life to do whatever you want,
a handmade gift personalized just for them,
Treats like a home cooked dinner,
If you have more $$$ than time, A gift she really, really wants but can't afford.
(I personally would love a hammock tent!!! HINT HINT!!)
Even simple gifts have touched me in the past...A jar of homemade salsa, basket of organic fruit that they grew, That item that they found at a yard sale that I wanted that they found first, only to turn around & give it to me later.
A gift card for coffee or massages would be my preference.
You are welcome! :)
Just to follow up on the cookware, check online for discontinued lines from name brands. My wife and I just bought a 12 piece set for $40.00, the same price as one pan at our local store. Why? Because they were discontinuing the line and getting rid of their stock. I was happy to help.
Thanks for the ideas~ I was just thinking today that I wish the store still had my black tank top for sale since it is all faded, must try the re-dying with my blacks!
The best present my husband ever gave me was a kayak! He knew it was something I'd have fun with but would never buy for myself.
My 18 year old son spent part of last night making the legs of his jeans skinnier with the sewing machine. I suspect that he is the only eighteen year old boy at his school who could do that, because he is the only boy doing Textiles as a subject. I was really proud of him and he intends to alter another four pairs of jeans that would have gone to the op shop otherwise. I think this skill will stay with him, and at 6'4" no-one is teasing him about it.
I learned about witchhazel in the Army to help heal blisters, it works. It also helps to reduce the pain from muscle aches. If you're a person that pushes their body too far sometimes it's good to have around.
I agree that you should not use a debit card attached to your checking account online. The protections with a branded debit card, while similar to those offered by credit cards, are not quite the same. And it pulls from your checking account, so that can be a serious problem. A prepaid DEBIT card can be an option. You can also use PayPal at many merchants. Also, a regular credit card can be a good choice.
The best gift is something that she actually wants! I remember years ago, my late husband was convinced by the women he worked with that I should get a spa day as a gift. I'm not a "spa day" type of girl - never was, but they had convinced him it was a one-size-fits-all gift. I thanked him profusely for the sweet thought, and asked if it was OK if we did something else. He was relieved, and we had a wonderful day together instead.
I think the best gift for a women is something thoughtful and something that she's interested in like clothes handbags jewelry or even romance--a surprise picnic, walk or special getaway. To me gifts don't always have to be bought just well though out!
My favorite gifts are usually something I saw out and mentioned that I loved, but didn't buy for whatever reason. When a loved one remembers and goes back to get it, it is such a treat and a pleasant surprise! For a woman I don't know as well, flowers never fail to delight. Or gift cards! :)