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Making Money When You Are Already Too Busy

These days, many of us need to find ways to make some extra money. Figuring out how to fit that in when we already have families and jobs (in the home or outside of it) to fulfill  can be tough. How do we find the time to make money when we are already so busy? Combining Jobs When I got a call last week asking if I would babysit for our church’s Women’s Bible Study that takes place one morning a week I readily agreed. While the money isn’t much, it allowed me to take my youngest child with me, … Continue reading →

Is A Home Party Sales Business A Good Fit For You?

If it seems like you are constantly getting invited to sales parties, you are probably not alone. Many people are taking on direct selling as a full time or part time business. Some people seem to enjoy what they do as home party sales representatives. It is not the right business opportunity for everyone, though. If you are wondering whether direct selling is right for you, read on. It is important to remember that in order to succeed as a direct sales representative, you must enjoy working in sales. This may seem like a simple thing, but often people try … Continue reading →

Saving on Your Work Wardrobe

High ho, high ho, it’s off to work and school we go…. Heading off to thrift stores or swapping clothes with friends is a lot of fun, but what else can you do to save on your work wardrobe this year? Choose basic items so that you don’t feel compelled to buy, buy, buy! Black pants go with any number of different tops. So do white shirts. If you’re staying home with the kids or in a more casual job, jeans are a great standby and go with just about everything. Avoid dry clean and hand wash only items. Have … Continue reading →

Go Ahead – You Work From Home

One of the fun things about being a home – based professional is that you can do your work in any way that floats your boat. You do not need anyone else’s permission to structure your work day, your work area, or anything else about your work in a way that inspires or motivates you. If you are not sure what I am getting at, here are a few fun suggestions. You can dress for work in any way that motivates you. Unless I have a court date, I do my best work in yoga pants and tee shirts. When … Continue reading →

Casual Activities for Your Family Reunion

So, you are planning a family reunion for some time this year. You may have some of the details already taken care of such as the date, location, guest list, and food. All of these things contribute to a wonderful reunion. Activities are also important to ensure that your event is both fun and memorable. If the thought of planning activities for your family reunion has you rolling your eyes, do not worry. You do not have to schedule an activity for every age group for every minute of your event. In fact, sometimes less is more and activities that … Continue reading →

Scrap Your Winter Escape

Old Man Winter is alive and well here in the Upper Midwest. Judging by the Weather Channel, he is kicking up trouble from coast-to-coast, which is probably why so many people are looking to jet-off to tropical locales right about now. If you are one of the lucky ones and a trip to paradise is in your near future, don’t forget to document your fun in the sun. You’ll need those photos and mementos to create a beach-themed scrapbook when you return. Crafting eye-popping beach vacation layouts is always fun, especially since the theme is so casual. Unlike wedding or … Continue reading →

How Did Your Family Wear The Trends of Their Generations?

At this time of the year, when many of us are shopping for gifts for relatives, we are learning a lot about what the current trends for toys and fashion are. A fun idea for a family history scrapbook is to focus on what the trends were when you, your parents, and your grandparents were growing up. Looking at old photographs is a great way to get started, and you can also find a lot of great information online. For example, I was born in 1978 and my sister was born in 1980. Certain toys stand out in my mind … Continue reading →

Are You Looking For a Business Idea?

If you are thinking of starting a home – based business next year, you may be looking for ideas for what kind of business to start. There are so many options out there and it can be overwhelming to begin your search. If none of these suggestions seem appealing, they could at the very least cause you to think of other ideas that may be more of your thing. You may have been blessed with a knack for numbers and superior organizing skills. Did you know that many accountants work from home? You may need to take some classes and/or … Continue reading →

Can you Knit?

If you can knit it is possible for you to start your business or at least a sideline from your hobby. I have a friend how makes beautiful scarves and I have tried to get her to start her own business. Her concerns were who to sell to, where to sell, and how would she market herself. All valid concerns but none should keep you from pursing making a living or adding in another stream of income using your hobby. First, you need to calculate how much it costs you to make the items you can successfully make. You will … Continue reading →

How to Save Money on Your Workouts

Getting in shape does not require a major investment, however, having some items and resources can make it a whole lot easier. I’ve been on a get fit and stay fit mission for a while now, and here are some of the ways that I have been able to save without sacrificing. Just getting through a tough workout is enough sacrifice, don’t you think? Sports Clothing When I first started running, I made use of whatever I had on hand. For me, this meant diving into my standard collection of t-shirts and using some cotton shorts I bought for sleep … Continue reading →