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...
A New Era of Sports Betting In California
UNITED STATES—California, renowned for its dynamic sports culture and fervent basketball enthusiasts, is on the cusp of a momentous shift in its sporting landscape. With a population exceeding 39 million and a massive 29 professional sports teams in the major leagues, the Golden State boasts one of the largest and most diverse sports markets in the United States. Its...
Junk Mail Debacle
UNITED STATES—Ugh, I sometimes get so much junk mail in the mail that it absolutely drives me crazy. A few months ago, I took an entire day and shredded like a year of junk mail that had been accumulating that I just didn’t have the time to get to. It felt so great to get rid of that junk...
Holiday Merchandise Way Too Early
UNITED STATES—I was recently out and about, and I could not believe my eyes. I know it is late September, so I expected to see Halloween items, but I was flabbergasted to see Christmas decorations. Yes, you heard me correctly, I saw Christmas decorations. Look, I love Christmas, however, it can also be one of the most stressful holidays...
The Strike Momentum Is Growing
UNITED STATES—First we had the Writers Guild of America striking in May, then you had actors strike with SAG-AFTRA in the summer, now you have the United Auto Workers who went on strike last week. It does pose a question, are we seeing a massive trend when it comes to seeing industries go on strike. Let me say I’m...
Stretching The Wallet At The Grocery Store
UNITED STATES—I know I am not the only person wanting a bit of help when it comes to the grocery store. It feels like no matter what I’m doing, the cost of food is too much, and the wallet is being stretched thin as a result. I think I’m no different than any other American, I visit the market...
Why Have So Many Forgotten 9/11?
UNITED STATES—If I had not taken a moment to think about it, I would have totally forgot that Monday, September 11, marked the 22nd anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001. It feels so long ago that event transpired, but it feels like so many Americans forget about that fateful day and how...