Black Friday Has Changed For The Better
UNITED STATES—It's official, the holiday shopping season is upon us, and it is time to start spending money, but you need to be aware of a few things before you start spending. The greatest thing to happen in an odd way was the pandemic. Why? Before the pandemic, the retailers were opening their doors on Thanksgiving Day. So that...
Not Letting The Credit Card Tempt You
UNITED STATES—We are in that time of year where money is spent swift and fast. I’m not referring to just cash and debit cards. To be honest, it is better to spend your cash or use your debit card because it is your actual money. In addition, with cash you tend to be a bit more guarded about what...
Sound Is A Sleep Killer For Me
UNITED STATES—Gosh, I’m going to let out a secret that I think everyone already knows, I don’t sleep well at night, even when I try. For months, and I mean months I have been trying to figure out what is causing my sleepless nights. Is it stress? Is it worry? Is it caffeine? Is my body wired too much?...
Kids Can Cost You Plenty Of Money
UNITED STATES—So many people say the cost of kids can really put a strain on your wallet. I’m starting to understand that more and more, as I’m spending more time with my nieces and nephews. For starters, telling a kid ‘no, you can’t have something’ is easier said than done. The biggest thing I’ve come to realize is that...
Are You Frustrated With Raking Leaves?
UNITED STATES—It is that time of year, October is over, and November has arrived. Depending on what part of the United States you live in, you have probably seen those leaves start to fall off the trees. The question that now remains is when you begin to rake them.
For me, the moment that I see enough leaves in front...
Customer Service At Fast-Food Establishments
UNITED STATES—Customer service just feels like it is getting worse by the minute today. I could do a column on various things, but I specifically wanted to focus on customer service at fast-food establishments. I was recently at a fast-food drive thru and the service was so horrid, I know and I made a mental note in my brain...
Let The Shopping Craze Begin
UNITED STATES—November is here and for retailers there is just 5-6 weeks until Christmas. Yes, this is the busiest time of year for retailers who may have been struggling all year long, but they now have an opportunity to turn a profit. For those not in the know, there is a holiday known as Black Friday, which transpires the...
The Holidays Are Fast Approaching
UNITED STATES—It is hard to fathom this, but in about a month the biggest food holiday of the year, Thanksgiving will be upon us. Yes, it feels like the month of October is moving at a feverish speed and I find it so amazing that time sometimes flies when you least expect it. So with Halloween certain to be...
Do You Track What You Spend?
UNITED STATES—This might sound like a stupid question, but unfortunately it is not. Money it is something we all want more of. It is something that wields plenty of power and allows you freedom to do things in life that others cannot easily do. However, I want to pose an important question to you: do you keep track of...
Try New Things You Might Be Surprised
UNITED STATES—I will admit that I am a bit hesitant to try new things at times. Not because I don’t want to do them, but simply because I don’t want to fall flat on my face or embarrass myself. Recently, one of my siblings asked if I wanted to go bowling. Bowling, not really my cup of tea, and...