Crock pots are one of the most amazing inventions of the entire 20th Century. Forget the automobile, the television or even the computer. Any thing that allows you to cook a family meal without being in the house has my vote. The crock pot rules! The only problem I have with crock pots is that…
Procrastination has been a word used to describe me for most of my life – mainly by my parents and teachers. After years of putting it off, I finally decided to look up the exact definition. According to thefreedictionary.com, “procrastinate” means to postpone or delay NEEDLESSLY or to put off doing something out of habitual…
Writing has always been a dream that I have had. Even in grammar school, I wanted to write. My first story, “Snoopy and the Pineapples,†was a fruited retailing of “The Boy Who Cried Wolf†and a huge hit with my sixth grade teacher. In high school I even worked up the nerve to send…
My husband often complains that I spent $40,000 (probably much more once you figure in interest and misc. expenses) getting a degree and all I have to show for it is a diploma on the wall. Try as I might, I never seem to get him to see how my BS in Leisure Services (yes…
The more I procrastinate, the more I have to do. You would think that it would all pan out, but instead the chores and need to’s dam up (usually at the end of the week). In the end, you either have to give up all your free time or else give up some of the…
There are many websites that promise if you will just spend your time writing free for them then you will get money in the long run. You know the sites I mean, you register, post, and then sit around and wait for your numbers to add up so that you can get paid. These are…
Working online is a great way to control your own employment destiny. The hours are up to you. The work load is up to you. The price is up to you – sort of. Online writing is notorious for low pay. Many “writers†are accepting jobs for $2 an article (around ½ of 1 cent)….
I just stumbled over a virtual plethora of write offs for those of you who are making a career out of writing. If you have been freelancing for any time you probably know a few tricks, but have you thought of everything? 1. Memberships to local attractions (museums, parks, aquariums). If you are using your…
Girls may want to have fun, but kids just want some attention. You can save yourself and them a lot of trouble by planning time for the kids every day. It doesn’t have to be much (or extravagant). They just want to know that you are there and available. 1. Eat together as a meal…
It’s that season. It’s time for you to hate and love numbers all at the same time. Tax Season has descended upon you. You gather receipts, statements, and any other scraps of paper that can help you hold on to YOUR money. But have you thought of everything? 1. Claim your home expenses. If you…