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Of late Getting Things Done by David Allen has seemed like the book to read. I read it a year or two ago, and internalized a lot of its methodology. One thing about it, though
Not all parents are intending to save for their children's education. There may be various reasons why this is the case and it's something I'd like to explore a little, to determi
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When I was in college, I worked in the computer center. When my boss wanted to hire a new operator, he asked a couple of us to go over resumes. That experience, which gave me som
Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
If you've thought about switching to a standing desk but have been put off by the price (or the appearance), consider this collection of affordable, attractive designs.
Whether you're intimidated by budgeting or are just looking for a new technique, the simple and effective envelope system can make budgeting oh-so-easy.
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One of the great things about being a blogger for Wisebread is that I have a large community of people to call on for help and advice when I need it. So far I've rarely called on your sage advice, but today is different. [more]
Ask the Readers: How Do You Avoid Stressing Out During the Holidays?
Tell us how you avoid stressing out during the holidays and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
8 Little Luxuries That Go a Long Way
From nice soap to good food to quality kitchen gear and more, a few small splurges are sometimes all you need to make your life feel utterly luxurious.
Scheduling Time Versus Scheduling Tasks
Of late Getting Things Done by David Allen has seemed like the book to read. I read it a year or two ago, and internalized a lot of its methodology. One thing about it, though
Are You Saving For Your Child's College Education?
Not all parents are intending to save for their children's education. There may be various reasons why this is the case and it's something I'd like to explore a little, to determi
What You Don't Know About Sushi
Think you know a thing or two about sushi, eh? I thought the same thing until Trevor Corson, author of The Zen of Fish made a guest appearance on my local radio station to dispe
Make Pizza Night Fun Again With These 30 Pizza Sauce Alternatives
Don't settle for the same old pizza with red sauce and traditional toppings. Sauce and top your pizza crust with these terrific alternatives.
Job hunting: What is your dutch wife?
When I was in college, I worked in the computer center. When my boss wanted to hire a new operator, he asked a couple of us to go over resumes. That experience, which gave me som
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Ask The Readers: How Do You Buy Music?
Tell us how you buy music and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
8 Cheap Ways to Update a Wardrobe You Hate
If shopping for new clothes is on your brain but not in your budget, check out these totally cheap ways to help you love your wardrobe again.
15 Things You Should Buy at Costco
You know there are great deals to be had at Costco, but you really should be buying these 15 things at Costco and not anywhere else.
20 Things to Have on Hand for Power Outages
Stocking these affordable items will make your experience safe, bearable, and even fun.
Ask the Readers: What Do You Look Forward to in 2014?
Tell us about what you look forward to in 2014 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Rural living in a world with expensive fuel
Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
The 5 Best In-Home Dry Cleaning Kits
Keeping your clothes in peak condition isn't easy, but it can be. Just use one of these five in-home dry cleaning kits and you'll always look sharp.
12 Grammar Mistakes That Are Making You Look Stupid
What you say is what really matters, right? The truth is, how you say it is often more important. Avoid these common errors for sharper messages.
40 Rice Cake Topping Ideas
Rice cakes are low cost, low calorie, and largely low flavor. Dress them up with responsible-sized helpings of these delicious toppings.
11 Attractive Standing Desks You Can Actually Afford
If you've thought about switching to a standing desk but have been put off by the price (or the appearance), consider this collection of affordable, attractive designs.
A Comprehensive Guide to the Envelope System
Whether you're intimidated by budgeting or are just looking for a new technique, the simple and effective envelope system can make budgeting oh-so-easy.