Hi. In this blog post I will teach you a few tips on coloring your hair at home and how to get it the color that you like. I do my own chemical treatments, trims, coloring etc. Yes, saving money is a motivator. But, a bigger issue is that some stylists want to do what…
I am cheap–I am not going to sugarcoat that fact! But, the fact remains that sometimes you have to buy something extra as a “quality of life” issue. Sometimes, watching something on YouTube is not enough…you want to go to a movie. Sometimes cooking at home isn’t enough…you’re craving some fast food. Life is too…
Hello all. I hope your New Year has been going great. Here’s a frugal little life hack for those who don’t want to or cannot iron. Simply make your own wrinkle release spray! To use it, spray it on the clothing, smooth the material and stretch it out a little. Let it dry and then…
Maintaining your health is one of the most sensible and frugal things you can do. Vaccinations are almost always cheaper and less hassle then dealing with the consequence of the disease it is designed to prevent. Check out this story of how one family’s tragedy spread awareness of the importance of vaccinations. (story here) This happened…
I recently adopted a stray cat named Chirpy. He is about 6 months old. His mother (whom we named Minerva) was a neighborhood stray who wanted nothing to do with the”indoor life”. But, she has been fixed for free through a PETA program and is being fed well by people in our neighborhood. Chirpy has…
Any investment in your health is a frugal move. Doctors’ visits, prescriptions and time off of work are costly. Keeping yourself as healthy as possible can increase your bank balance and your enjoyment of life. I recently received some Crispy Fruit snacks from a company called Crispy Green (http://www.crispygreen.com/). These snacks are basically like potato…
This blog post is about having fun on a budget. Life without a little fun is not worth living. So, let’s get into the post. Instead of using the gym, check out the local community center in your city. In my city, it costs only $25 per year for an adult membership. I can use…
As I have said before, looking after your health is one of the most frugal things that you can do. Medical bills and lost productivity from illness have pushed many people to bankruptcy. I have been concerned about some of the hormones in milk. I have also wondered why we are the only species who…
Taking care of your health is one of the most smart and frugal things you can do. Preventing a problem is cheaper and involves less hassle than trying to solve one. As for your eyes, you only get one pair. Contact lenses are safe when used as directed. But, protein deposits from your tears can…
I changed the blog title to reflect the fact that the blog is changing. I have decided to stop having so many “all over the place” topics from contact lenses to gardening. I am going to focus this blog on being more frugal. Once you are financially stable, you are not a slave to the…
This post is all about saving for the future. It has often been said that Social Security will not be around when certain generations reach retirement age. Even if that turns out to be false, Social Security will never match what you were earning during your peak working years. A wise person does not depend…
Hi! Today, I will do a review on Pinky Paradise contact lenses. I wear contact lenses to correct my vision. I also choose to use colored lenses because I like the way that they look. Pinky Paradise is a company that sells quality colored contact lenses. They are based in Korea, yet the shipping was…
In the market for a new vehicle? This is a link you must see. Check out the article here: 7 Car Dealership Secrets…
Here’s a great way to create your own passport photos for free! Forget paying to get your photo taken at CVS or Rite Aid. Save your money for your upcoming trip. Check out this link to learn more: Create Your Own Passport Photo! I tried another site and it had too many ads before you…
People talk all of the time about how hard it can be to eat healthy on a budget. Many cheap foods (like gigantic $1 bag of chips) are not healthy. What to do? Once again, it is Dollar Tree to the rescue! Below I review a few healthy items that I have personally tried. Add…
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