I think that I could definitely survive without a cell phone. To be honest, I rarely use my cell phone. Some days it does not even ring and I often forget that I have it with me. It has reached the point where I have forgotten my phone on my desk at work, and I… Read More »Could You Survive Without a Cell Phone?
When I first went natural a couple years ago, I was obsessed with beauty and natural hair blogs and websites. Through my many hours of perusing these sites, I found a hair recipe that was easy to make and would last a long time. I tweaked it a bit to suit my needs, but the… Read More »Whipped Shea and Cocoa Hair Butter
Although I work in the financial services sector, I could not describe to anyone what a mutual fund was. I had no definition in my mind other than it being yet another type of investment. So, I decided that it was time I did some research on mutual funds. A mutual fund is a “company”… Read More »What Are Mutual Funds?
Lately it seems that the electricity bill has been rising at a ridiculous rate. There are so many reasons for this – it’s summer and the fans and A/C units are cranking, fuel charges might be high etc. But the truth is that you’re annoyed that the bill is that high. Paying more towards electricity… Read More »Five Ways to Trim Your Electricity Bill
Basic tuna sandwiches are my go to sandwiches for those days when I’m too lazy to cook. Many people take lunch to work as a method of saving money and eating healthy on a budget. This recipe is very easy to make and it does not take long. One small can of tuna can serve… Read More »Lunch Box Recipe – Basic Tuna Sandwiches
Online banking has definitely changed the banking industry. Gone are the days of having to go into a bank or credit union to get information. I love online banking and my only regret is that I did not sign up sooner. I love online banking because: 1. It’s convenient – I can check my accounts… Read More »Four Reasons Why I Love Online Banking
Online distance learning has grown by leaps and bounds over the last ten or so years. This is primarily due to the advancement of the internet and computers. Years ago, probably in the eighties, I remember my mother was doing a distance course via mail and it seemed to drag on forever. I also did… Read More »Benefits of Online Distance Learning
What should you do after you’ve landed your first job? Many people are at a loss about what to do. Landing a wonderful job can be very overwhelming, especially if it’s your “dream” job. Here are a few tips to get you started. 1. Be Thankful for Your First Job Finding the right job nowadays… Read More »Five Things to Do After You Have Landed Your First Job
They’re small, flimsy and crinkle so easily, that sometimes they seem to disappear from your fingers. Receipts, receipts, receipts. When you make a purchase, you hand over some form of payment and you’re given change and a receipt. The front of the receipt usually lists: 1. Store details – the name of the store, the… Read More »Why You Should Keep Receipts
I love credit cards. Yes, I can admit that and not be ashamed. But I know that my credit card company probably doesn’t love me. You see, I’m on to them. They sell you this wonderful idea of credit cards being so convenient and safe and all the benefits that you can get if you… Read More »How I Deal With Credit Cards