I love reading, and use the library to get books. Free! I also love the beach on weekends in the summer. No getting around the admission and gas/tolls, but we pack our own lunch and drinks.
This was the way it was done when my 82-year-old mother was young. My aunt even sacrificed some of her wedding-gift towels for this purpose. My mom says the disposables are one of the greatest inventions ever.
I'd suggest being really careful about keeping copies of wallet information on your computer. Computers are more easily compromised that wallets. Also, when a computer is replaced, the destruction of the hard disk, and the data on it, becomes problematic. An alternative might be to burn the scanned information to a CD, keep the CD in a safe place. Then seriously scrub/delete the data from the computer. Remember, the regular "Delete" process on the computer doesn't actually remove the information. Use "shred", for Windows users shred can be obtained from: http://gnuwin32.sourceforge.net/packages/coreutils.htm . My 2 cents.
I think the best shopping and style tips that I got from my mom were not to shop or dress the way my mom does. She doesn't get rid of anything and has clothes from 50 years ago in her closet that she hasn't been able to fit into for 50 years. Plus, she continues to buy more and more without getting rid of the old.
Oh, man, if I had a nickel for every ridiculous neighbor that we have, I could probably stop working and pay the mortgage on ridiculous nickels alone! We have the obnoxious barking dog neighbor (Pomeranian, kept out on the deck), the hoarding neighbor who feels that the walkway to my house should function as a storage container for the stuff he salvages from the dumpsters in our alley, and a bevy of people who don't pick up after their dogs. In fact, it's one of the reasons that I am leaving the city. The 'burbs may be dull, but at least I won't be tripping over bags of discarded clothing every morning as I walk to my car.
It's kind of ironic that we have to prepare ourselves to look good for an appointment that is meant... to help us look good, isn't it? A really good moisturizer to heal heel cracks, followed by a good scrubbing with a pumice stone, can do wonders.
I once went to get a pedicure, and the lady whipped out one of those callous-removal devices - kind of like a cheese slicer. My feet looked AMAZING afterward, but I never had a chance to go back to that place. And I never could bring myself to use the device at home - I understand that it's very dangerous.
A changing table is a necessity to me. I only have a very small dresser (to small for a pad), a convertable crib and a changing table in my babies room, so with out it I would have to leave the room with all of her clothes to get her dressed...not quite a waste of money in my eyes.
Thanks for the input. That's why I love the comments section, so people can provide their opinions on the topics. I was born and raised in the city, in fact, but what would you recommend as an alternative disaster pack/kit that wouldn't leave so many of us doomed? I'm keen to be prepared.
The best shopping tip I got from my mom was to buy kids' clothes a year ahead when you can get them on clearance (e.g. buy winter clothes one size up at the end of the winter season).
My mom taught me that you don't necessarily have to spend the most money to get high quality things, as long as you know your product and what you can afford.
When it comes to hobbies, I buy used. Then when I want to upgrade or get something a little newer, I buy used again and sell my old stuff to recoup some of the cost.
My hobbies are pretty inexpensive. Running, which I can do for free outside anytime I want...even race fees can be manageable, or incorporated into a vacation. My other hobby, which is along the lines of collage, mixed-media with a touch of handmade cards is also pretty inexpensive. Most of the basics I purchased on sale or with coupons, but the rest I have been collecting for at least 10 years from various free sources. Keeping the materials organized is the most important part!
My Hobbies are making & designing Jewerly. I also sell & take orders at Craft Fairs.
I also Crochet & Knit any thing you want. And teach All three classes.
How I save is buying beads, trickets and yarn on sale.
It's like having my OWN "STORE AT HOME".
I LOVE your WEBSITE, it's very informative. YOUR THE "BEST".
So I'm always busy learning new things and making extra money to support my hobbies.
Most of the time I don't get to sleep til about 2:00 A.M. & up by 5:00 A.M.
Time waits for no one. And Either does Hobby Monies. And yes, I enjoy "ALL of CRAFTING".
Style tips from mom? None, I'm afraid. I don't really have any style anyway. But I recently stumbled across Wittlebee elsewhere and would be beyond thrilled to win 3 months!
I have a bank account on the internet that takes 3 days to access my savings. I figure if it's THAT important, I can wait 3 days and it prevents me from impulse buying.
I love reading, and use the library to get books. Free! I also love the beach on weekends in the summer. No getting around the admission and gas/tolls, but we pack our own lunch and drinks.
Start Putting up as much money as you can,and sacrificing for a better tommorow!
This was the way it was done when my 82-year-old mother was young. My aunt even sacrificed some of her wedding-gift towels for this purpose. My mom says the disposables are one of the greatest inventions ever.
I'd suggest being really careful about keeping copies of wallet information on your computer. Computers are more easily compromised that wallets. Also, when a computer is replaced, the destruction of the hard disk, and the data on it, becomes problematic. An alternative might be to burn the scanned information to a CD, keep the CD in a safe place. Then seriously scrub/delete the data from the computer. Remember, the regular "Delete" process on the computer doesn't actually remove the information. Use "shred", for Windows users shred can be obtained from: http://gnuwin32.sourceforge.net/packages/coreutils.htm . My 2 cents.
I think the best shopping and style tips that I got from my mom were not to shop or dress the way my mom does. She doesn't get rid of anything and has clothes from 50 years ago in her closet that she hasn't been able to fit into for 50 years. Plus, she continues to buy more and more without getting rid of the old.
Don't be afraid of goodwill!
Oh, man, if I had a nickel for every ridiculous neighbor that we have, I could probably stop working and pay the mortgage on ridiculous nickels alone! We have the obnoxious barking dog neighbor (Pomeranian, kept out on the deck), the hoarding neighbor who feels that the walkway to my house should function as a storage container for the stuff he salvages from the dumpsters in our alley, and a bevy of people who don't pick up after their dogs. In fact, it's one of the reasons that I am leaving the city. The 'burbs may be dull, but at least I won't be tripping over bags of discarded clothing every morning as I walk to my car.
It's kind of ironic that we have to prepare ourselves to look good for an appointment that is meant... to help us look good, isn't it? A really good moisturizer to heal heel cracks, followed by a good scrubbing with a pumice stone, can do wonders.
I once went to get a pedicure, and the lady whipped out one of those callous-removal devices - kind of like a cheese slicer. My feet looked AMAZING afterward, but I never had a chance to go back to that place. And I never could bring myself to use the device at home - I understand that it's very dangerous.
A changing table is a necessity to me. I only have a very small dresser (to small for a pad), a convertable crib and a changing table in my babies room, so with out it I would have to leave the room with all of her clothes to get her dressed...not quite a waste of money in my eyes.
Thanks for the input. That's why I love the comments section, so people can provide their opinions on the topics. I was born and raised in the city, in fact, but what would you recommend as an alternative disaster pack/kit that wouldn't leave so many of us doomed? I'm keen to be prepared.
Mom told me many times: Always go with the classics!
I find the best deals at thrift stores, if i'm shopping new, i look for clearance, or good sale items.
The best shopping tip I got from my mom was to buy kids' clothes a year ahead when you can get them on clearance (e.g. buy winter clothes one size up at the end of the winter season).
My mom taught me that you don't necessarily have to spend the most money to get high quality things, as long as you know your product and what you can afford.
I have wisebread liked on facebook.
When it comes to hobbies, I buy used. Then when I want to upgrade or get something a little newer, I buy used again and sell my old stuff to recoup some of the cost.
With five children, four of which are boys under the age of 10, we are constantly going through clothes! We'd love to win this contest!
The best style or shopping tips I received from my Mom were...
Wear what's comfortable
Wear only what's flattering
Don't be afraid to wear a little bit of sparkles
My hobbies are pretty inexpensive. Running, which I can do for free outside anytime I want...even race fees can be manageable, or incorporated into a vacation. My other hobby, which is along the lines of collage, mixed-media with a touch of handmade cards is also pretty inexpensive. Most of the basics I purchased on sale or with coupons, but the rest I have been collecting for at least 10 years from various free sources. Keeping the materials organized is the most important part!
CLEARANCE RACKS!! That's the way my mom shopped for 4 kids!!
My Hobbies are making & designing Jewerly. I also sell & take orders at Craft Fairs.
I also Crochet & Knit any thing you want. And teach All three classes.
How I save is buying beads, trickets and yarn on sale.
It's like having my OWN "STORE AT HOME".
I LOVE your WEBSITE, it's very informative. YOUR THE "BEST".
So I'm always busy learning new things and making extra money to support my hobbies.
Most of the time I don't get to sleep til about 2:00 A.M. & up by 5:00 A.M.
Time waits for no one. And Either does Hobby Monies. And yes, I enjoy "ALL of CRAFTING".
Best style tip from Mom: "Dress for the job you want, not the job you have"
Style tips from mom? None, I'm afraid. I don't really have any style anyway. But I recently stumbled across Wittlebee elsewhere and would be beyond thrilled to win 3 months!
I have a bank account on the internet that takes 3 days to access my savings. I figure if it's THAT important, I can wait 3 days and it prevents me from impulse buying.
Always shop from the clearance rack and out of season. It's the best way to save money.