Set Yourself Up For A Successful 2012

It may be hard to get anything done besides the bare minimum of work for the next few days because of all of the holiday festivities that are taking place. Fortunately, there is almost an entire week after Christmas before the new year begins. Of course, work schedules may be a little light because the kids are home from school. You may still be able to find a little time here and there to do a couple of small things that can help you to set the stage for a successful 2012. One small thing that you can do to … 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

Looking Ahead to 2012

Around this time of year, people begin to think about goals and plans for the coming year. If you have a home – based business, it is a good idea to set aside some time to think about what you would like to accomplish with your business next year. Of course, if you have been reading this blog regularly, you will remember that both myself and my co – blogger Stephanie Romero recommend planning ahead only after taking that all important look back in time at what the past year has been like for your home – based business. I … Continue reading

5 Quick Activities for Self Care

Many parents are looking forward to the start of a new school year. Keep in mind that back-to-school comes with hectic mornings, help with homework, and the enforcement of a bedtime routine (that may have lapsed over the summer). It is important for parents to take a little time for self care while the kids are at school. Here are a few simple ideas to start with. The Living Self-Care website says that moms and dads that take care of themselves first will have more to offer to their children (and to the rest of the world). Self-care doesn’t have … Continue reading

Fire and Ice

When it comes to winter travel, most people fall into one of two camps:  fire or ice.  The former is more attractive to those who prefer to escape Old Man Winter’s wrath and soak up the sun in a warm climate.  The latter is more inviting to ski bunnies and other cold weather enthusiasts. Fortunately, there are ways you can save cash regardless of where you vacation this winter.  By planning ahead and solidifying your travel arrangements now, you are more likely to land a money-saving deal, such as: CANADA For those who run to snow and ice rather than … Continue reading

Three Home Businesses that Can Get You Out of Debt

To speed up your debt recover, consider starting a home business. It can help you earn extra income that can be applied directly to paying off your debt. Best of all? Most home businesses can be done at home, on your terms, and take as much time as you want to spend. This makes home businesses ideal for retirees, stay at home moms, stay at home dads, and even students. In fact, any one can start a home business to get out of debt. When selecting a home business to pursue for the goal of getting out of debt, it … Continue reading

Prepping for Summer Holiday Travel

Memorial Day is the official kick-off to the busy summer travel season. However, surging gas prices don’t paint a pretty picture for families looking to hit the highway or take to the air to visit grandma while school is out. Fortunately, there are ways to save if you plan on making travel a top priority this summer. According to experts at Travelocity, despite insanely high fuel prices you can still find a decent deal on domestic flights if you book early. And by early experts mean now. The online agency claims that you can score reduced rates on airline fares … Continue reading

Finally Found Out the Price of My Premium

One of the first pieces of information that a person wants to know about their health insurance policy is how much the premiums will cost. In my experience, this is the most difficult question to get an answer to. Today, I finally got an answer to that very important question! A few years back, I lost my health insurance when I lost my job. This is a situation that a whole lot of Americans are facing. It has been a long, frustrating, journey since then as I tried to find affordable health insurance. Recently, I decided to seek out the … Continue reading

Summer Disney World Deals

It may only just be April, and around here at least our weather finally started feeling spring-like again after some unseasonably warm temperatures, but it’s time to start thinking about summer. At least, it’s time to focus on summer if you’re thinking about planning a Walt Disney World trip for your upcoming vacation. The special offers on Disneyland’s website still pertain to their spring deals, but Disney World has started looking ahead to the warmer months. Today I’ll focus exclusively on the Disney World deals, and I’ll return to Disneyland in the future when their special offers site is updated. … Continue reading

Autism On the Seas Launches First Special Needs Cruise

Family vacations are one of the things that children get excited about, and retain fond memories of. Autism on the Seas is going to hold the very first cruise that is designed to accommodate the requirements of children who have special needs. Your family might want to check this out! When most people think about taking a family vacation, they imagine how much fun their children will have visiting a certain destination. Parents of children who have special needs end up trying to figure out how to plan a family vacation around the difficulties that your child typically faces from … Continue reading