Monthly Archives: June 2012
Emigrating? Tips to control your costs
The decision to move abroad and start a new life in a foreign country is never taken lightly, but the situation becomes even more complicated when there are children to consider and strong family ties to leave behind. Yet for … Continue reading
Posted in Budget, Guest Post, Lifestyle, Saving
Tagged Canada, Emigration, Immigration, Moving
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School’s out! Now what?
School is out! The kids are thrilled but many parents feel intimidated by the idea of occupying their little ones during July and August. Some choose to enroll their kids in camps or continue daycare programs throughout the summer. However, … Continue reading
Posted in Affordable Activities, Children, Local Resources, Summer
Tagged crafts, Kids, Splash pad, Summer, YMCA
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Would you pay $20K for a party?
Would you pay $20,000 for a party? Your initial reaction to this question is probably “heck no!” but so many of you have or will one day. That ‘party’ is called a wedding. Why has it become acceptable, if not … Continue reading
Save on air-conditioning this summer
This weekend we discovered that our air-conditioning unit is on the fritz! Definitely not the best time to start shopping around for a new unit. The whole supply-demand season is at its peak in June, July and August because that … Continue reading
Featured Recipe: Breakfast Smoothie
In between preparing breakfast for the kids, brewing coffee and packing lunches, it’s a miracle that I manage to get any food down myself in the mornings. But, despite not having much time, it is important for me to maintain … Continue reading
King for a Day
Father’s Day is this Sunday, in case you needed a reminder. Unfairly, the marketing-powers-that-be emphasize the importance of celebrating mothers much more than they do fathers. Why is that? Perhaps it is because women are viewed by most as being … Continue reading
New Gig!
The results are in and I am happy to share the news that I was selected as the new contributor to Canadian Finance Blog! As the first female staff-writer, I hope to bring the softer side of personal finance to the … Continue reading
Credit Cards for Teenagers?
If used correctly, a credit card can teach teenagers about managing their personal finances, but the incorrect use of these cards is, unfortunately, on the rise. Teenagers need to understand credit card bills have to be paid on time or … Continue reading
How to avoid marketing traps
Many people enjoy shopping, for various reasons. Some people relax and de-stress while shopping, others like to collect certain items, or simply like buying something they can enjoy (a new book, video game, chocolate, etc). Marketing gurus are vastly exploiting … Continue reading
