My three earliest childhood memories of the 4th of July in the 1980s involve family reunion themed cookouts, Twilight Zone TV marathons, and playing with firecrackers. I didn’t mind the cookouts, but they required so much packing and … [Read more...] about Where to Buy Fireworks and How to Enjoy Them Safely
I got married in my mother’s house. At the time, I didn’t have any money. My fiancé wanted a big wedding, a rented venue, and at least a hundred people in attendance. It just wasn’t going to happen. We didn’t have the finances or resources. I felt … [Read more...] about Backyard Weddings – To Do or Not To Do?
Who doesn’t grill on the 4th of July nowadays? Yet, who endeavors to grill well? Who amongst us plans to grill out on the 4th of July with renewed culinary ambition, new recipes to try out, and a desire to surprise guests with a diversified array of … [Read more...] about Step Up Your Grilling Game With These BBQ Blogs
When I first got married, it was in my mother’s house. We didn’t even have enough money to take a honeymoon. I always try to make up for it by taking a nice trip every year or two. Most people travel during high-peak season, the summer, without a … [Read more...] about Planning Summer Travel According to Exchange Rates
I am no fan of jumping into public pools. Yet, everyone I know seems to love them. Everyone wants to go to public pools and water parks and communally share water with everyone who walks in the entrance. I am just not a fan of such activities. Still, … [Read more...] about Public Pools Are Gross – Protect Your Family’s Health
I am always loath to do anything risky with my money. Like, investing, which is easy to do if one is experienced in it and has money to burn. For one thing, I just don’t make enough money yet to cushion any investment loss. I don’t trust hot … [Read more...] about Investment Returns Are Virtually Guaranteed With U.S. Treasury Bonds
There is an old, hilarious comedy film from 2005 called, Fun With Dick and Jane. It stars Jim Carrey and Tea Leoni. The film is about an upper-class couple who lose their money and can’t adjust to poverty. There is a memorable scene about enrolling … [Read more...] about Human Guinea Pig for Medical Trials – Worth the Money and Risk?
Quick joke: Do you know why you should never assume anything? Because when you, “assume,” you make an “ass,” out of, “u,” and, “me!” I love that joke. When I get into problems of my own creation, I always reflect on it. This is especially true when I … [Read more...] about Your Car Isn’t a Moving Van – Don’t Overload It
