Monthly Archives: May 2015

Four Ways I Saved Money in May

Most thrifty shoppers are always on the lookout to discover new ways to spend less. Here are four ways I saved money this month.

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Five Ways to Get the Most from a Doctor Visit

The next time you visit the doctor, remember you’re only going to get 10 minutes or so of his or her time. To make the most of every minute, it helps to do the following things:

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Favorite Blog Posts on Other Blogs #2

Part of the fun of being a blogger is constantly reading other people’s blogs, to see what they’re writing about — and get ideas, inspiration and laughs from them. Here are some of the best blog posts I’ve come across … Continue reading

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How to Prepare For and Endure a Massive Traffic Jam

You never know when you’ll come upon an unexpected — and massive — traffic jam. It once took me more than four hours to get home from work — a trip that normally takes 25 minutes at most — and … Continue reading

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What I Learned about Blogging in the First Year

Yippee! It’s my one-year blogiversary!

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Saving Money: It’s Great, but Where Do We Draw the Line?

Saving money is wonderful. I don’t mind buying (and thoroughly washing) clothes and other items at garage sales and thrift stores so I can go on a cruise (or two) every year. Buying gently used items is a great way to … Continue reading

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Saving Money: Why Do We Love It So Much?

Almost everyone loves to save money. What makes it so satisfying?

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A Free Mother’s Day Gift for Mom and a Mother’s Day Reminder Sign for You

    Here’s a reminder for Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10. You can make this sign for yourself, and a poster for mom’s Mother’s Day gift in a flash — and at no cost.

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Highs and Lows of April

Spring is finally here! Highs 1) Made a reservation for a cruise to Venice and the Greek Islands this summer with a fun friend. Can’t wait — we’ll have a blast!

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One for the Money: A Book Review

One for the Money by Janet Evanovich is fast-moving, exciting, suspenseful — and laugh-out-loud funny, too.

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