I'm sure most of us are aware of the fact that more couples are choosing to skip marriage and just live together. I'm not passing judgment, just wondering if marriage is a casualty of the bad economy. I've noticed there are many birth notices in the newspaper for single mothers with no father listed and about the same number with the father's … [Read more...]
Decorative Water Bottle Covers for 5 Gallon Water Bottles–Seriously?
I'm all for DIY home decor that is inexpensive and yields great results. But one decorating trend that leaves me scratching my head is this: decorative covers for 5 gallon water bottles. Really? Is a bottle of water so unsightly?I learned of this when looking over the search words that Google says led searchers to Square Pennies. It was … [Read more...]
Are Christmas Cards a Thing of the Past?
There are plenty of Christmas cards for sale, so I know people are buying them and probably sending them. I'm noticing that people in their 20's and 30's don't seem to have picked up the habit of sending them. It could be the cost. The postage alone really adds up if you send very many. But I think it's more than that.Has the younger generation … [Read more...]
Simple Faux Coral Inspired by Pottery Barn
If you've looked at some of the home decor catalogs lately you may have seen the look of coral branches used in all sorts of ways. Since natural coral is endangered it's best to use fake coral to get the look. Here's a cheap way to get that pricey faux coral decor look. Hop on over to your local pet store or discount store that has a pet … [Read more...]
How to Make Felt Roses for Any Holiday
Felt flowers are showing up so many places these days. And why not? They add a spark of color and fun to just about anything. They are surprisingly easy to make, especially the felt roses. You don't even need to have a steady hand to make felt roses; small differences make them look better! This would be a great craft to do with kids as they … [Read more...]
Pension Secure? Don’t Count on It
Is an employer sponsored pension part of your retirement plan? Perhaps you are lucky enough to work for a company that offers a pension. But counting on that pension is a risk. Don't have a pension? You might be luckier than you think. Even companies that seem very strong can be taken over by competitors who won't honor the pension commitments … [Read more...]
Recession Purchases: Shoes, Chocolate and Spam? Are We Still in a Recession?
According to USAToday, during the recession Americans were buying more chocolate, shoes, cheaper wine, and Spam. Sounds like a strange party.The article is from May of 2009 in the heart of the recession. I think it's interesting to compare then with now. Are we still buying like we're in a recession?I don't know about you, but I have been buying … [Read more...]