10 Tips For Staying Thin During The Holidays
Tomorrow is one of my favorite days in the whole year. A day of Thanksgiving with family and friends, enjoying everything that we've been given, including wonderful foods like turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and so much more. What a great day to sit back and eat more than one could hardly bear! Someone told me yesterday that the average person gains 5-8 lbs. over the holiday season. As I am continuing working on losing weight over the next year, I do not want to g

Don't Fall for Black Friday Deals
Last year on November 26 I wrote this post and wanted to give you a recap in case you are thinking of stepping out on that fateful day to buy something you really don't need. From Nov. 26, 2008: Black Friday is just 2 days away. Most people check out the ads on Thanksgiving day to see what great deals are out there and how much money they can save. This will probably be the first year that I don't go out and buy anything. Last year I made it only to one store to get some half price socks, I am excited to stay away completely this year. Over at MainStreet.com is an article about Black Friday,

10 Frugal Holiday Party Tips
A successful party doesn't depend on the amount of money you spend. You can have a successful fun party if you spend time thinking and letting your creativity flow. 1. Serve ordinary drinks in pretty stemware garnered from thrift shops (they needn't match) – and garnish them with extraordinary, yet simple, touches. Frugal Luxuries by Tracey Mcbride. 2. Have

Coupon Savings
Sometimes coupons can add up to some hefty savings. Last night I was at the store and after coupons, I save $30. My total went from $78.00 down to $48.00. All because I checked out the sales and clipped coupons before I went to the store. So you have to put some effort into it but it is definitely worth the effort. Here are some coupon sites that will help you get on your way to some great savings. moneysavingm

Whats the Meaning Behind Friday the 13?
Yes today is Friday the 13. There are superstitions connected to this day, why is that and where do they come from? The sixth day of the week and the number 13 both have foreboding reputations said to date from ancient times, and their inevitable conjunction from one to three times a year portends more misfortune than some credulous minds can bear. According to some sources it's the most widespread superstition in the United States today. Some people refuse to go to work o