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How to Enjoy Your Coffee But Still Save Money

admin — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 17:42:58 +0000

This is very very nice read.

Many times we often forget how easy it is to save because we look at how much we need to save – we look ahead without looking how we can just start small. And that big things come from small things.

Imagine a snowball, or a ripple – it will gradually be felt and the effect be as big as you can ever imagine.

Start small. And stay focused. Make a dream but live in the NOW.

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Friday 5 for September 4: More Less

admin — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:00:09 +0000

1. In what way this week were you reckless?
I am not really taking care of my health which I know will come back to me big time.

2. In what way this week were you shameless?
I am shameless with the way I work – I hate to admit but I have no shame when it comes to getting what I want – work-wise.

3. In what way this week were you fearless?
I took risks on a risky investment and it paid off. Hopefully, the investment will prosper and become stable.

4. In what way this week were you thoughtless?
I am not able to give quality time to the kids as much as I would like.

5. In what way this week were you doubtless?
I never doubted God’s Divine Providence.

Happy Friday!

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Clean Water

admin — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:28:21 +0000

First, watch this:

VIDEO

The story of charity: water – The 2009 September Campaign Trailer from charity: water on Vimeo.

CATHY ZIELSKE is doing a campaign.

Because I was so inspired I immediately went and signed up to run a clean water fund-raising campaign. Why? Because I have you and I have this blog and I am insanely lucky to have a platform to talk about anything. Period.

And I got to thinking of it like this: what if 1,000 of my readers, rather than giving up what they might get for their birthdays, took just 5 dollars that they might spend on products for a few scrapbook pages and gave it to charity: water? That comes out to $5,000. And $5,000 will fund one fresh water, life-giving well for a community in a developing nation, enhancing both the quality and safety of the lives of those who live there.

Five bucks. 100 percent going to the goal of clean and safe drinking water. 100 percent tax deductible.

My challenge to you? Give up what you might spend on a few layouts and raise a glass to clean water.

You can donate via my campaign page which is here. And, you can learn more about how the funds provide a range of water solutions in developing countries here.

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Annoying Types of Facebook Users

admin — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 02:22:45 +0000

1. The Let-Me-Tell-You-Every-Detail-of-My-Day Bore.

"I’m waking up." "I had Wheaties for breakfast." "I’m bored at work." "I’m stuck in traffic." You’re kidding! How fascinating! No moment is too mundane for some people to broadcast unsolicited to the world. Just because you have 432 Facebook friends doesn’t mean we all want to know when you’re waiting for the bus.

2. The Self-Promoter.

OK, so we’ve probably all posted at least once about some achievement. And sure, maybe your friends really do want to read the fascinating article you wrote about beet farming. But when almost EVERY update is a link to your blog, your poetry reading, your 10k results or your art show, you sound like a bragger or a self-centered careerist.

3. The Friend-Padder.

The average Facebook user has 120 friends on the site. Schmoozers and social butterflies — you know, the ones who make lifelong pals on the subway — might reasonably have 300 or 400. But 1,000 "friends?" Unless you’re George Clooney or just won the lottery, no one has that many. That’s just showing off.

4. The Town Crier.

"Michael Jackson is dead!!!" You heard it from me first! Me, and the 213,000 other people who all saw it on TMZ. These Matt Drudge wannabes are the reason many of us learn of breaking news not from TV or news sites but from online social networks. In their rush to trumpet the news, these people also spread rumors, half-truths and innuendo. No, Jeff Goldblum did not plunge to his death from a New Zealand cliff.

5. The TMIer.

"Brad is heading to Walgreens to buy something for these pesky hemorrhoids." Boundaries of privacy and decorum don’t seem to exist for these too-much-information updaters, who unabashedly offer up details about their sex lives, marital troubles and bodily functions. Thanks for sharing.

6. The Bad Grammarian.

"So sad about Fara Fauset but Im so gladd its friday yippe". Yes, I know the punctuation rules are different in the digital world. And, no, no one likes a spelling-Nazi schoolmarm. But you sound like a moron.

7. The Sympathy-Baiter.

"Barbara is feeling sad today." "Man, am I glad that’s over." "Jim could really use some good news about now." Like anglers hunting for fish, these sad sacks cast out their hooks — baited with vague tales of woe — in the hopes of landing concerned responses. Genuine bad news is one thing, but these manipulative posts are just pleas for attention.

8. The Lurker.

The Peeping Toms of Facebook, these voyeurs are too cautious, or maybe too lazy, to update their status or write on your wall. But once in a while, you’ll be talking to them and they’ll mention something you posted, so you know they’re on your page, hiding in the shadows. It’s just a little creepy.

9. The Crank.

These curmudgeons, like the trolls who spew hate in blog comments, never met something they couldn’t complain about. "Carl isn’t really that impressed with idiots who don’t realize how idiotic they are." [Actual status update.] Keep spreading the love.

10. The Paparazzo.

Ever visit your Facebook page and discover that someone’s posted a photo of you from last weekend’s party a photo you didn’t authorize and haven’t even seen? You’d really rather not have to explain to your mom why you were leering like a drunken hyena and French-kissing a bottle of Jagermeister.

11. The Obscurist.

"If not now then when?" "You’ll see…" "Grist for the mill." "John is, small world." "Dave thought he was immune, but no. No, he is not." [Actual status updates, all.] Sorry, but you’re not being mysterious — just nonsensical.

12. The Chronic Inviter.

"Support my cause. Sign my petition. Play Mafia Wars with me. Which ‘Star Trek’ character are you? Here are the ‘Top 5 cars I have personally owned.’ Here are ‘25 Things About Me.’ Here’s a drink. What drink are you? We’re related! I took the ‘What President Are You?’ quiz and found out I’m Millard Fillmore! What president are you?"

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How To Live Without a Clock

admin — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 02:33:50 +0000

Pick a theme for each month. A lot of people like to set goals. Well, I don’t. I find that goals give me too much anxiety because I’m always measuring myself up against what I could have done better. So instead, I like to set a theme for each month and focus my energy on that. This month, my theme is improving my ability to focus. Less email checking, distractions, and more highly focused, deep concentration work.
Work by the week. This has made a huge difference for me in getting the most important tasks done. Instead of setting my most important tasks for the day, I set them weekly. I’ve found this helps me better focus on the bigger picture. You may have heard the saying “We overestimate what we can do in a day, and underestimate what we can do in a year.” I was always overestimating what I could do in a day, and beating myself up for not getting everything done. By focusing on the week, I’ve eliminated this issue.
Follow your rhythms. This may seem like a vague concept, but it’s about following the rhythms of your energy and listening to your body. When you need to take a break, take one. When you feel like plunging in, plunge in. Pay attention to what you’re drawn to working on and what you’re attracted to.
Schedule when you need to. We obviously can’t remove all scheduling commitments. There is a benefit to having a specific time and date setup for a meeting. This would be difficult otherwise. What you can do, though, is give yourself enough time to prepare beforehand and to transition afterward. That way you won’t always feel in a rush; the prime cause of time-based anxiety.
Flow. I personally love structuring my work around big, amazing and exciting projects. When I do this, I lay out the action steps and milestones necessary. Then I get to work. But the most awesome thing about working on big, amazing projects is that you are inviting the flow state. When you’re deeply passionate about a project, it’s easy to get absorbed in the work and lose track of time.
Stand still. We spend so much time trying to “go places” and “arrive.” And we spend a lot of time preparing for things in the future. While this is sometimes a necessary part of life, it’s also important to play, to let go, forget the future, and forget the past. What is so important that it cannot wait? It will be there tomorrow. And there will always be more. So relax, and let the world pass you by.

From Zen Habits

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Home Warranty

admin — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:43:31 +0000

Buying a new home is expensive but maintaining it is more expensive. That is why most homeowners invest on home warranties. The most sought after company is American Home Shield, having served almost 1.3M families nationwide. How does it work really? For example, a Nevada Home Warranty allows you to have unlimited repairs in your home within a year if it passes a home warranty inspection.

Not all furniture and appliances are covered but when a covered item breaks down, you just request service by calling 1-800-776-4663 to speak with a highly-trained AHS customer service representative or visit them online at www.ahsservice.com.

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Getting Medicines at a Low Price

admin — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 08:35:40 +0000

My kids have allergies and asthma. My youngest is actually on maintenance using a Seretide inhaler. So you can imagine how bills pile up. It’s a good thing I do my research and use coupons to save on generic stuff like vitamins and toiletries, even make-up!

I do small shopping all the time at Drugstore.com. I use Drugstore.com coupons to save more on things like my skin care items, vitamins and things for our first aid cabinet.

It really would save you more if you learn to research and use coupons on stores that have them. Remember though, to buy what you only need and not hoard stuff because of coupons.

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Spring Airsoft Guns

admin — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 18:18:38 +0000

Spring Airsoft Guns are what you can call entry points of guns among airsoft gaming.

You might want to consider investing on airsoft spring guns if you are beginning with the hobby. Usually, a spring airsoft gun is less favored than the other types of guns because of its size. However, gun airsoft spring are cheaper than the electric and gas types and as such would be great for beginners. The spring air soft guns are also quieter in sound and the air soft spring gun are really best for being your first weapon.

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You Might Like This.

admin — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 18:10:34 +0000

To help you get yourself together, designer Erin Vale has created some stylish lists you can print and fill out. Download the to do list, blog topics list, or grocery list. And then if you’re really ambitious, you could get some padding compound and make notepads out of the sheets you print. Write that on the Freakin Never Ending To Do List.

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Airsoft Guns

admin — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 09:18:40 +0000

War games commonly known as paintball games are becoming increasingly popular. War locations are always packed with enthusiasts and rentals are getting huge profits.

It is better to invest on getting your own equipment like airsoft guns, airsoft rifle and airsoft electric guns.

Air soft Guns can be bought online at http://www.softairpro.com. But first you need to know which type of gas your guns airsoft operates in. For example, guns airsoft use pressurized gas to set off the ammo – standard CO2 and HFC134a.

One needs to know the gas first and then decide on the model they want.

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