Category Archives: Economy

Paper Towel Overload!

Posted on April 27, 2013 by

How many times have you stared at the paper towels or toilet paper, looking at the various options and wondering what’s the best deal? It’s not even just which brand is best, but does it really make a difference if … Continue reading →

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Black Friday Observations

Posted on November 26, 2012 by

Three Walmart stores, two Target trips and a partridge in a pear tree later, I have a bunch of new movies on DVD and Blu-ray; 6 pairs of pants for my husband that have to be returned because sizes aren’t … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Religious Freedom

Posted on June 20, 2012 by

The Catholic Church in the U.S. is beginning “A Fortnight for Freedom” on June 21, 2012. Its primary intention is to bemoan the fact that new federal health care rules require employers to provide birth control along with many other … Continue reading →

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How to Solve the Health Care Issue

Posted on June 20, 2012 by

The simple solution to the debate over the Affordable Care Act would be to abolish the health insurance industry and roll every legal resident of the United States into an expanded Medicare/Medicaid program that covers everything. The premiums would be … Continue reading →

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Warning: Dollar Tree Kitchen Tool Melts!

Posted on January 22, 2012 by

Earlier this month, we bought a new turner, we usually call it a spatula. Our old one was getting worn around the edges. We were both pretty sure we bought the old one at Dollar Tree, and it’s lasted quite … Continue reading →

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A Life That’s Rich

Posted on October 30, 2011 by

Over the weekend, my mom and I were driving through the towns of Atmore, Alabama, and Walnut Hill, Florida, where my grandfather grew up. She pointed something out that seemed applicable to the current status of the U.S. economy. We … Continue reading →

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Occupy for Equality (1789 to 2011)

Posted on October 30, 2011 by

I was thinking of the musical Les Misérables, and some of the lyrics struck me as being particularly relevant today. Of course, I’m not the first person to make the parallel between the Occupy movement and the French Revolution. I … Continue reading →

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Problem With Kids Today

Posted on August 7, 2011 by

When I say kids, by the way, I mean anyone under age 30. That’s because I’m old. Get over it. I have been working with some young people at my new job, both employees and summer interns, and it’s surprising … Continue reading →

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Cool Idea to Help Tornado Victims

Posted on May 12, 2011 by

The American Red Cross, the Salvation Army and other organizations mobilized soon after the deadly and destructive tornado outbreak earlier this month. Giving money to them is a great way to help disaster victims get immediate assistance. Here’s another great … Continue reading →

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Gift Idea – Jingle Bell Rocks!

Posted on November 28, 2010 by

>Jingle Bell Rocks are a quick and inexpensive gift for co-workers, teachers, and family members who like novelty items. First, you need some flat stones, maybe silver dollar sized. Not too small and really you could go as large as … Continue reading →

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