Trash or Treasure? "The secret of a happy life isn't buried in a treasure chest...it lies within your heart. (Or...in your closet!)" Ok, I will admit to being a Baby Boomer so I consider myself a little "seasoned" as a woman, a consumer and an all around "educated by time" kinda girl. If you are a Boomer Girl like me, then it's time not to come out of the closet, but to go back in! As I said in previous columns, I get a little attached to my "stuff". Stuff is defined as jewelry, … [Read more...]
Junk in Your Trunk? Might be Worth Money!
July 13, 2011 By 1 Comment
"Hot funk, cool punk, even if it's old junk...it's still rock n' roll to me." - Billy Joel So who hasn't at least seen the television trailers for the show, "Hoarders"? I admit that I am one of those people who gets emotionally attached to many of my "things". I don't fall into the category of a hoarder and you don't have to wade through stuff to get from my front door to the bathroom, but I can commiserate with folks who.......collect. There are two ways that relieving myself of some … [Read more...]
Save by Reusing Plastic Grocery Bags
March 15, 2011 By 1 Comment
What to do with all those plastic grocery bags you've collected from your shopping trips? A few great uses: Garbage bags aren't cheap so use plastic grocery bags instead to line your small trash cans at home or in the office Caught in a downpour? Hold it over your head to keep your head dry, or save your shoes and keep your feet dry! Just don't slip... Ever have trouble getting your kids into boots? Use bags to slip feet easily into winter or rain … [Read more...]
Buying Used Could Save You Tons!
March 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One of the best ways to save money is to buy used. Sure, it's feels good to drive a shiny new car off the lot, but within 24 months, you've already lost 1/3 of the value. Your better bet? Buy a used car that is 1-2 years old. The same goes for electronics, clothing, household items, and more. Shop garage and estate sales for furniture or visit resale shops for clothing and baby items. Remember used doesn't have to mean "old." Shop ebay.com and/or craigslist.com (local) for … [Read more...]
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