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Save Money with this List

Here is a clever little idea that I recently heard about through the grapevine. It is a way to save money whenever you shop and wherever you shop. The best part is that it is very easy to create this little gem and maintain it for as long as you would like. This method to save money is nothing more than a list. Grab a small notebook or a notepad, anything that you can easily carry wherever you go. And don’t forget a pen or a pencil. At the top of this list, write the words “Don’t Need It.” That … Continue reading →

You Know You’re Getting Old When…

Admit it… you’re getting old. Okay, you may feel like a spring chicken, but I just had a birthday last week and any idea that I had that I was really younger than I look went up in flames when I had to use a fire extinguisher to douse the candles on my cake. So yes, I am getting old. And as if I didn’t need any more proof, out comes Beloit College’s annual “Mindset List.” The list is complied each year by the school to remind faculty members that cultural and historical references familiar to them may be unfamiliar … Continue reading →

Picnics 101

Whenever I am asked to list my favorite hobby I can never decide whether to answer “eating” or “traveling.” I love to do both. I think that’s why I love picnics, because I get to combine both my passions. There’s nothing like traveling to a national park (or one right in your own neighborhood) and spreading out a feast to share with friends and family members. You can plan a picnic to celebrate a special occasion or for no other reason than to take advantage of a beautiful summer day. Of course, a picnic (no matter what the size) takes … Continue reading →

A Day at the Beach–Part 1

It’s spring and for many it’s a time to herald in the 3 s’s: sun, sand, and surf. And, whether you intend to spend a day or a week, a trip to the beach requires planning. I grew up in Hawaii, just down the road from a popular beach. My parents were pros at packing up four children for a day at the beach and used a “beach list” to help prepare for the trip. While it’s easy to remember the essentials: towel, swimsuit and the all-important SUNSCREEN, here are a few more items you may not want to leave … Continue reading →