Seeing that Christmas Day is one week away, I decided to make this a Christmas edition. The posts that I chose for this week include how to wrap gifts, make gift tags and how to enjoy Christmas on a budget. I know that the upcoming week is going to be crazy, so if you have… Read More »Favourite Posts of the Week – Christmas Edition – 17 Dec 2011
Are you struggling with late payments? What should you do when you’ve missed one of your loan payments? For some, it might mean being one step closer to financial failure and the possibility of losing something that was achieved through many years of hard work and dedication. For others, it might be a regular occurrence which is… Read More »How to Deal With Late Payments
One day I found some extra money in a pair of jeans that I had not worn in ages. I stuck my fingers into the pocket and felt what I thought was an piece of tissue. I pulled “it” out of the pocket with every intention of throwing it away. But alas! It was not… Read More »What Should I Do With Extra Money?
If you’re looking to plan a party, but you can’t quite foot such a bill, there are a few ways that you can plan a party at home on a budget. All it takes it some time and whole lot of creativity. A party can be as laid back as movie party or as fancy… Read More »How To Plan a Party at Home on a Budget
In a previous post, I wrote about How to Grow Sweet Peppers in a Container. This post is about how to grow onions in a container. A couple months ago, I hatched some red onions seeds in a tray, with the hopes that I would have a host of onions. Sad to say, only about… Read More »How To Grow Onions in a Container
Do you want to know how to volunteer in your area? I’m embarrassed to say that I’ve never volunteered. I’ve donated funds and clothing to the needy and I will do it again in the next few weeks. But I’ve never given freely of my time to an organisation or group that needs volunteers in… Read More »How To Volunteer In Your Area
For the young man just starting out in the business world, there are some basics that must be purchased. In the ladies’ edition of How to Create a Work Wardrobe on a Budget , I highlighted several different pieces and combinations that could be used to create classy looks. Now it’s the guys’ turn. Two… Read More »How To Create a Work Wardrobe on a Budget (Gents’ Edition)
I wish that I could stay in bed until eight every morning. Sigh. Nothing would be better than laying bed watching the news or maybe the Wendy Williams show. After I drag myself out of bed and enjoy a nice, long shower, after which I would have a lovely breakfast. The rest of my day… Read More »Motivation For A Better Life
I’m not a fan of Christmas, but I buy a few gifts each year. I usually set a small budget and I find great Christmas gifts that fit into that budget, along with wrapping paper and bows. Five of my favourite gifts for giving are: 1. Books A nice book makes a great gift for… Read More »Five Great Christmas Gifts on a Budget
So it’s December 2011 and it’s that time again. At the end of every year, I look back through the year to see what I’ve accomplished and what I have not accomplished. I also put some thought into what I would like to happen next year. The good ol’ New Year Resolutions. This is the… Read More »New Year Resolutions