Yes, I’m Happy With My Controversial Decision to Get a “Free TV”
Sometimes spending more money can still be a good deal. Two days ago I posted something here that I knew might be controversial. I wrote about how I got a 49 inch TV for free, as part a deal where I paid 34 dollars a month for 3 phone lines, and the catch was that […]
Trying to sell a home with kiddos? 7 tips keeping everyone happy
I’ve never been in the position to sell my home; we just bought for the first time 3 years ago, and have no plans on moving, but I’ve heard what difficulty it can be to sell. Here’s some tips from a reader on how to handle this stressful time with children. If you’re thinking about […]
“I Can’t Afford to Get Divorced”; A Case Study
Many of my readers live in a bare bones budget. Some may not be making it through the month financially, and some just barely are making it through. If any of you are or were contemplating divorce, it would be a very logical conclusion that if you aren’t making it or are barely making it […]
How I Got a Free 49 Inch Smart TV!
I hadn’t planned on writing this post, but I was told by a friend that I absolutely must make it into a blog post, so here it is. Here is how I got a 49 inch smart TV completely for free. Until last year, I completely wasn’t involved in my cell phone plan. Michael took […]
Save Money by Lowering Transportation Expenses
Transportation can be quite pricey, especially if you live in an area like I do with high costs of cars and gasoline. Here’s some ideas from a reader on how to cut back on your transportation costs. Image by Peter H from Pixabay Want to add more to your savings? Start by saving on your […]
Tomato and Watermelon Salad, Easy, Vegan, Paleo, and Delicious
I first heard of tomato and watermelon salad from my friend, Rosie, and I have to say, I thought the idea sounded really weird. Fruit in a salad? And then I remembered so many other recipes I love that combine fruit with vegetables in a tasty salad, and decided to try it out. Since then […]
4 Online Shopping Mistakes that Cost You Money
I love online shopping and find that I end up saving quite a lot this way. Here’s some tips from a reader as to how to save money when online shopping, or rather, mistakes to be aware of that can cost you more. The rise of online shopping has completely changed the way we shop. […]
Making Homemade Ballet Shoe Cake with No Special Equipment
I’m really proud of myself for this cake that I made. My kids had an unbirthday party (meaning I never managed to make them a birthday party this year but still wanted to give them a party) and I decided with my girls that theirs would be ballet themed. As soon as this was decided, […]
How You Can Start Planning for Your Child’s Educational Future from an Early Age
My children are getting older, and their adulthood is getting nearer and nearer. I do think about the future and the financial ramifications thereof. Here’s some tips from a reader about how you can start preparing for your children’s future. As a new parent, it’s hard to imagine your child as anything other than that […]
Cooking Ρύζι τηγανητό, Ryzi Tiganito With a Greek Grandmother, Greek Fried Rice Recipe
When I think fried rice, I immediately think of East Asian recipes, Chinese or Japanese, with soy sauce and ginger or garlic, definitely not European, definitely not Greek. But when I was in Crete, staying at my friend Vera’s mother’s house, her mother Maria was cooking rice that looked interesting and quite different from how […]
