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Money, Money

Some really good yard sale finds!

July 5, 2010

This was by far my best garage sale deal over the last couple of months. I scored 2 large boxes full of like new AND some new with tags Gymboree clothes for a little girl – size 2t, 4, and 6. You might be thinking, “but Amy you don’t have any girls” and you would [...]

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5 Ways to be successful when yard sale-ing

July 2, 2010

I don’t post about it much but I am an avid garage saler. Most of my home decor came from shopping at other people’s houses. Often I find brand new Pampered Chef, Taste of Home or other home party stuff at a great price. I think people buy stuff at the parties to be nice [...]

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He absolutely does provide!

November 10, 2009

I’ve been awfully frustrated lately with the state of our current economy and just our state’s overall condition. I’ve spent days helping my brother look for employment. There is nothing. A man can serve his country overseas and come home and have no income. I just thank God that he does not have a family [...]

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Kids just don’t understand about money…

November 3, 2009

“Mom, can you buy me a watch like this?” “Mom, I want a four-wheeler for my birthday.” “Mom! You never buy us anything!” Am I the only one who hears things like this around the house? Please say it isn’t so. I really was so frustrated with the thought processes our boys had concerning money [...]

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Real “on the job” Training

October 23, 2009

My multi-talented husband is a computer/game system repair person aside from his day job and well, Gevan just loves to sit and watch dad tinker with the electronics. He finally asked dad the question we had been waiting for,”Dad, can you teach me how to fix this one?” *all smiles* Of course dad didn’t mind [...]

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Earn Some Extra Cash For the Holidays

November 8, 2008

With the holidays slowly sneaking up on us and the economy slowing down, it is easy to become concerned with finances. I have one idea… Create a blog shop on your blog and sell handmade items, digitally designed items, or great condition second hand items without having to pay the fees associated with other websites. [...]

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From Diabetes to Design Entrepreneur…

November 30, 2007

I have always had a desire to encourage women to pursue their dreams while taking care of the family and to find the good things in even the worst of events. God has His hand in everything. It can be done and it is being done. Rickina is just one example. If you know of [...]

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Awe… Look How Cute!

November 25, 2007

Selling Children’s Clothes for A Profit On eBay! I have some great Gymboree kid’s clothes for sale on eBay right now. These would be great for Christmas or just to fill up your little one’s closet. Hurry and bid now before they end! Here are some great tutorials about buying and selling on eBay: My [...]

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Where To Purchase Items To Sell On eBay….

June 17, 2007

1. The first thing you should do is sign up on mailing lists. This way you can receive special treatment. You will receive notice of sales before the general public and you will also get lots of coupons and online savings codes. Here are a few stores to sign up for:Old Navy, Gap, Gymboree, Bath [...]