We each have our own style and system of budgetting. I have tried: a) Putting 20% of my income immediately into savings, 40% to bills, etc. b) Giving myself an allowance c) Cost-cutting (bringing my own lunch to work, walking instead of taking cabs, controlling the urge to buy books I don’t really need but […] Read more…
January 2007 archive
March of the Penguin Appetizers
My sister P adores penguins and the kitchen. What better way to marry these two loves of hers by preparing this appetizer? She served this during one of our family gatherings. Aren’t they the cutest? She was inspired by a recipe she read from the net. Who could’ve thought that pitted black olives, cream cheese […] Read more…
The Summer Day
This is one of my favorite poems. It is written by Mary Oliver. I’d like to share it with you as this new year unfolds. You have “one wild and precious life.” Make sure 2007 celebrates your wonderful gift of life. Enjoy! The Summer Day by Mary Oliver Who made the world? Who made the […] Read more…
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, everyone!!! Thank you for all the wonderful holiday greetings. I hope you had a warm and love-filled Christmas and are embracing the goodness ’07 has to offer! 2007. Year of the Pig. Piggy bank. Coins. Wealth. Health. Gotta watch the weight. Eat right. Balance. Sleep well. Exercise. No laziness. No procrastination. Do […] Read more…