The best investment I have ever made was buying my computer. I got laid off a week after I bought my HP and it allowed me to start a business. I have been running my business since and without it, I wouldn't be able to go to school. I am running my business and in school pursuing my dreams. I don't make much at all but anything is better than nothing :).
Easy Peacy! I am not attached in anyway to my cell phone. It is not my security blanket... I have no need to stay in constant touch with friends, family or work. I don't need a phone to check out a library book, surf the net... Yes, it is great for emergencies but I'm 58 years old and I managed for years to live full life without an electronic gadget attached to my body.
It would be really hard. I haven't had a land line since I moved out of my parents house 8 years ago. I would contemplate giving up the cell if I really needed some extra cash.
Money can never buy happiness.
Money can not buy happiness as it can not buy love, peace or life.
If anybody say "Yes, Money can buy me happiness," I really really want that person teach me HOW? And why money cannot buy happiness is because the whole reason for people are not happy is not because of lackness of money. I also suggest that under some certain situations, money can help. And that help could make a needy person be happier than without money. But if you say: money can buy happiness, that means Money is the only thing you need for giving you happiness. And the answer is obviously negative.
I have (recently) survived without a cell phone I could do it again but only with a better internet connection, so that I could use my Google Talk phone number.
I am the person frugal around friends, but splurge on things I like. I dont know about how you treat this person, but my friends know to keep the budget down if we hang out (Which they do or they suggest we meet up after eating/drinking). I have made my needs clear, and they accept it, and make a point to not invite me to expensive (they know my limits) outings. That is the compromise, I like it, and I know they are considerate friends because they do this for me.
When you have a frugal friend, why invite them to things where there are high price tags? Just dont invite them to go shopping, or to Ruth's Crisp. Meet up afterwards. I really think you guys aren't being considerate of her, actually. I guess I am lucky, didnt realize until I heard you ranting about this girl who share my frugal characteristics.
Yes I could, but then I come from the generation that started life when only the rich had home phones. and living in the west there are areas out here where there is no service, so one still has to be prepared for any eventuality.
I voluntarily gave up my cell phone 3 months ago. It has been pretty great. I use Google Voice to stay in touch with txt, etc. But I'm a bit worried about not having one for the winter months.
Actually, NO. My cell is my only phone. At the time when I had a land line, I was paying $$ for long distance. Plus I had an answering machine and multiple phones around the house. The cell has free long distance, voice mail and I can carry it into every room if need be (it tends to live in my office when I'm home).
So I cancelled the land line, transferred that # to my cell, sold the house phones and answering machine and it's all so UNcomplicated now! Plus, I can turn turn the cell OFF, something you couldn't really do with a land line!
I remember very well the days of having no cell phone. That was back when you should have always had a few dimes and nickels just in case you had to use a pay phone. Reflecting on that, I can honestly say that I could survive without a cell phone, but I wouldn't want to. Modern cell phones have become difficult to live without as they've managed to practically evolve into some of the most efficient and useful tools of society by offering things like built in cameras, calendars, calculators, etc. Couple that with internet capabilities that allow instant access to important activities like banking, mapping, etc. Phones aren't just for communication anymore. They help us to avoid getting lost, help us to keep up with the lives of our friends and loved ones, help us to remember things that might usually slip our minds without digital reminders, bells, and whistles. Personally, I wouldn't want to live without it. But it does somewhat trouble me that we depend on them so much.
The smartest investment I ever made was borrowing money to go back to school. I was able to obtain a good job in a stable healthcare facility because of the "job specific" training that I rec'd. Yep, that definately was the smartest decision I made - after my marriage, of course!
I got rid of my cell phone over a year ago after having one for about 8 years or so. We were cutting back on expenses and I could not justify having both a cell phone and a land line. Since I work from home, having the land line for me was the best choice. I either use the land line phone or email to keep in touch with people and it has been working out fine.
Unfortunately, I am not sure that I could do without a cell phone. I don't use it for myself but my son has special needs and I need to be reached instantly from school if a problem arises. However, you did make me think about what other ways I could be reached like the instant messaging. I will explore thanks to your post.
The smartest investment I ever made was, spending time helping friends and family. The returns are far greater than any bank or other institution could ever pay.
I would say the best investment I made hands down is my education. I'm not thrilled about the current debt I'm in, but I have a great job in a great city that I trace back to my college degree. There are definitely other good investments I've made along the way, but I would say my degree has yielded the most tangible return up to this point.
Renting a home can be an option for some people, especially when you take maintenance costs into account. Also when you rent you can move without incurring the costs and delay in selling a home.
The smartest investment I ever made was purchasing Toyota vehicles. I have gone from a Celica to a Camry to a Corolla back to a Camry....Exceptional vehicles!
Understanding the difference between wants and needs and being satisfied with not having all of your wants fulfilled is a key to happiness. Great article!
I didn't get a cell phone until my kids were small and we had to drive about 20 minutes to get to town. My hubby didn't have one until his office gave him one, but we could probably both live without one. I have to say, the ability to text and contact my best friend who lives 1400 miles away on a daily basis is a lovely feature. I would miss my phone, but I could live without it.
Yes, and I am already doing this and have been for years since I am 53 we did not
have cell phones for pretty much most of my life. You make sure you check in with
your loved ones more often on a land line and always leave notes on the fridge about
where you are going and when you will be back. If you have an emergency (car breaks down), you get out of your car and go to the nearest store and ask to use their phone. I haven't had any real problems, my husband always makes sure our cars
are in good running order.
I have no land line so my cellphone is pretty important. I could probably survive using google voice or skype.
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The best investment I have ever made was buying my computer. I got laid off a week after I bought my HP and it allowed me to start a business. I have been running my business since and without it, I wouldn't be able to go to school. I am running my business and in school pursuing my dreams. I don't make much at all but anything is better than nothing :).
Easy Peacy! I am not attached in anyway to my cell phone. It is not my security blanket... I have no need to stay in constant touch with friends, family or work. I don't need a phone to check out a library book, surf the net... Yes, it is great for emergencies but I'm 58 years old and I managed for years to live full life without an electronic gadget attached to my body.
It would be really hard. I haven't had a land line since I moved out of my parents house 8 years ago. I would contemplate giving up the cell if I really needed some extra cash.
Money can never buy happiness.
Money can not buy happiness as it can not buy love, peace or life.
If anybody say "Yes, Money can buy me happiness," I really really want that person teach me HOW? And why money cannot buy happiness is because the whole reason for people are not happy is not because of lackness of money. I also suggest that under some certain situations, money can help. And that help could make a needy person be happier than without money. But if you say: money can buy happiness, that means Money is the only thing you need for giving you happiness. And the answer is obviously negative.
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I have (recently) survived without a cell phone I could do it again but only with a better internet connection, so that I could use my Google Talk phone number.
Technically speaking, I could survive... but I wouldn't like it very much.
I am the person frugal around friends, but splurge on things I like. I dont know about how you treat this person, but my friends know to keep the budget down if we hang out (Which they do or they suggest we meet up after eating/drinking). I have made my needs clear, and they accept it, and make a point to not invite me to expensive (they know my limits) outings. That is the compromise, I like it, and I know they are considerate friends because they do this for me.
When you have a frugal friend, why invite them to things where there are high price tags? Just dont invite them to go shopping, or to Ruth's Crisp. Meet up afterwards. I really think you guys aren't being considerate of her, actually. I guess I am lucky, didnt realize until I heard you ranting about this girl who share my frugal characteristics.
Yes I could, but then I come from the generation that started life when only the rich had home phones. and living in the west there are areas out here where there is no service, so one still has to be prepared for any eventuality.
I voluntarily gave up my cell phone 3 months ago. It has been pretty great. I use Google Voice to stay in touch with txt, etc. But I'm a bit worried about not having one for the winter months.
Actually, NO. My cell is my only phone. At the time when I had a land line, I was paying $$ for long distance. Plus I had an answering machine and multiple phones around the house. The cell has free long distance, voice mail and I can carry it into every room if need be (it tends to live in my office when I'm home).
So I cancelled the land line, transferred that # to my cell, sold the house phones and answering machine and it's all so UNcomplicated now! Plus, I can turn turn the cell OFF, something you couldn't really do with a land line!
I think I could...programs like Skype and GoogleTalk make it a little easier to talk to people these days....
I remember very well the days of having no cell phone. That was back when you should have always had a few dimes and nickels just in case you had to use a pay phone. Reflecting on that, I can honestly say that I could survive without a cell phone, but I wouldn't want to. Modern cell phones have become difficult to live without as they've managed to practically evolve into some of the most efficient and useful tools of society by offering things like built in cameras, calendars, calculators, etc. Couple that with internet capabilities that allow instant access to important activities like banking, mapping, etc. Phones aren't just for communication anymore. They help us to avoid getting lost, help us to keep up with the lives of our friends and loved ones, help us to remember things that might usually slip our minds without digital reminders, bells, and whistles. Personally, I wouldn't want to live without it. But it does somewhat trouble me that we depend on them so much.
The smartest investment I ever made was borrowing money to go back to school. I was able to obtain a good job in a stable healthcare facility because of the "job specific" training that I rec'd. Yep, that definately was the smartest decision I made - after my marriage, of course!
I got rid of my cell phone over a year ago after having one for about 8 years or so. We were cutting back on expenses and I could not justify having both a cell phone and a land line. Since I work from home, having the land line for me was the best choice. I either use the land line phone or email to keep in touch with people and it has been working out fine.
I could survive without a phone, but I'd have to adjust my lifestyle a bit.
Unfortunately, I am not sure that I could do without a cell phone. I don't use it for myself but my son has special needs and I need to be reached instantly from school if a problem arises. However, you did make me think about what other ways I could be reached like the instant messaging. I will explore thanks to your post.
The smartest investment I ever made was, spending time helping friends and family. The returns are far greater than any bank or other institution could ever pay.
I would say the best investment I made hands down is my education. I'm not thrilled about the current debt I'm in, but I have a great job in a great city that I trace back to my college degree. There are definitely other good investments I've made along the way, but I would say my degree has yielded the most tangible return up to this point.
Renting a home can be an option for some people, especially when you take maintenance costs into account. Also when you rent you can move without incurring the costs and delay in selling a home.
The smartest investment I ever made was purchasing Toyota vehicles. I have gone from a Celica to a Camry to a Corolla back to a Camry....Exceptional vehicles!
Understanding the difference between wants and needs and being satisfied with not having all of your wants fulfilled is a key to happiness. Great article!
I didn't get a cell phone until my kids were small and we had to drive about 20 minutes to get to town. My hubby didn't have one until his office gave him one, but we could probably both live without one. I have to say, the ability to text and contact my best friend who lives 1400 miles away on a daily basis is a lovely feature. I would miss my phone, but I could live without it.
Yes, and I am already doing this and have been for years since I am 53 we did not
have cell phones for pretty much most of my life. You make sure you check in with
your loved ones more often on a land line and always leave notes on the fridge about
where you are going and when you will be back. If you have an emergency (car breaks down), you get out of your car and go to the nearest store and ask to use their phone. I haven't had any real problems, my husband always makes sure our cars
are in good running order.