Well, once again, hubby has agreed to blog. Again, I have a disclaimer...the thoughts & postings of the guest does not neccessarily reflect that of the blog owner! ROFLROFL. Without further ado...HEEERRRRRREEEEEE'SSSSSS Hubby!
10 Pieces of Clothing Ever Man Needs to Own
In response to Oprah's '10 (actually 12, guess she ain't smarter than a 5th grader) Pieces of Clothing Every Woman Should Own' I now offically fill in the lost data for the guy side of the equation. These are not 10 articles of clothing but 10 types with quantities because mine is a compelte list, unlike Oprahs (she forgot my first item for women).
1. Underware - at least 4 pairs, preferable 10, whoever can pick the type (thongs not included)
2. Socks - All the same style and color (black or dark grey is best), 5 pairs preferable 10
3. Jeans - 2 pairs
4. Tennis/Running/whatever shoes - You know what I mean, particular variety is your choice (see how easy I am to get along with?)
5. Casual shirts - 2 minimum. In my opinion the best are the 3 button, collared pullover with a pocket in the front. You would be amazed at what fits in that pocket. I am sure a woman did because a baby bottle is a perfect fit.
6. Dress Shoes - 1 pair, black (goes with all men's colors, which admittedly are very limited)
7. Work clothes - 3 sets - This will highly depend on what you do so is not specific. I would suggest 5 sets to get you through the week. Ask you launderer for advice and follow it if this is the wife.
8. Suit Coat - 1, black or dark blue - good for all ocassions, even weddings (no idea why)
9. T-shirt - white so it can be bleached. You can probably get away with just 1 here.
10. Tie - 1 (no getting around it). Go for black if only one, or maybe red. I don't care what Donald Trump wears, pink is not an acceptable color for any healthy American all-male man. Trust me on this.
Ok, there it is, the complete wardrobe set of clothes needed by a man. Remember, this is NEED. Extras make laundary times farther apart but larger to do. And any "special" clothing is strickly your own business, not mine.
Money Saved In 2010
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
A book reveiw
Robyn Okrant wrote a book called Living Oprah. She dedicated 1 year of her life to do all things Oprah said to do. So watched every episode aired even if it was a re run. I found the book fascinating.For the year she spent $4,781.84 & in time she spent 1202 hours & 1 min! And that's not the time to write the book.
I learned a lot from the book & it had me rolling with laughter! I'm not a huge Oprah fan but I totally enjoyed the book. My family who is not Oprah fans loved when I would read excerpts to them from the book. Matter-of-fact, the next post on this blog will be from hubby ( remember, he thinks hes a comedian) who has his take on one section of the book.
In one episode Oprah talked about the 10 must haves for your (women) wardrobe. Hubby will be telling his 10 must haves for men & their wardrobes. The author's journey of obtaining her 10 must haves had me rofl!
Besides the enjoyment factor, the book had a big impact on me. It gave me an "aha" moment! If this woman could follow Oprah's advice ( a woman she had never personally met) then why, oh why, can I not ( or would not) follow the advice of the Dr I trust & whom I pay money to for his advice.
And to take it farther, God gave us His instructions in the Bible. Did I think I try to live God's way before I read this book? Yes! Has my thinking on this changed since reading Robyn's book? YES! Do I truly pray without ceasing? Nope! Do I put others 1st? I think I do..but in a post someone sent me the other day I realized I am not as humble as I thought I was! So, thanks to this secular book, my eyes have opened better to my spiritual walk with God.
So, the changes in my life since reading this book has been to follow my dr's advice much more closely..it's still a struggle though...and to TRULY implement God's Word in my life in a way that I may have never done before. The verse that has been going thru my mind this week when I struggle with ( for example) taking my vitamins, is the verse in James that says To him that knoweth to do good & does it not, to him it is sin.
Thank you, Lord for the things you use to draw me closer to you.
I learned a lot from the book & it had me rolling with laughter! I'm not a huge Oprah fan but I totally enjoyed the book. My family who is not Oprah fans loved when I would read excerpts to them from the book. Matter-of-fact, the next post on this blog will be from hubby ( remember, he thinks hes a comedian) who has his take on one section of the book.
In one episode Oprah talked about the 10 must haves for your (women) wardrobe. Hubby will be telling his 10 must haves for men & their wardrobes. The author's journey of obtaining her 10 must haves had me rofl!
Besides the enjoyment factor, the book had a big impact on me. It gave me an "aha" moment! If this woman could follow Oprah's advice ( a woman she had never personally met) then why, oh why, can I not ( or would not) follow the advice of the Dr I trust & whom I pay money to for his advice.
And to take it farther, God gave us His instructions in the Bible. Did I think I try to live God's way before I read this book? Yes! Has my thinking on this changed since reading Robyn's book? YES! Do I truly pray without ceasing? Nope! Do I put others 1st? I think I do..but in a post someone sent me the other day I realized I am not as humble as I thought I was! So, thanks to this secular book, my eyes have opened better to my spiritual walk with God.
So, the changes in my life since reading this book has been to follow my dr's advice much more closely..it's still a struggle though...and to TRULY implement God's Word in my life in a way that I may have never done before. The verse that has been going thru my mind this week when I struggle with ( for example) taking my vitamins, is the verse in James that says To him that knoweth to do good & does it not, to him it is sin.
Thank you, Lord for the things you use to draw me closer to you.
Friday, March 5, 2010
Mernard's trip
Went to Menard's this morning. Bought 3 "snuggie" type things for Christmas presents. Also bought a t shirt for one of the kiddos. Bought 4 packs of batteries. My total was $21.26...saving $18.41!! YIPPEE! And there is a rebate for the batteries so that will be a savings of $8 more!! Loving it!!
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
End of the month
My month is ending early! lol I leave in the morning for 3 days of scrapbooking! YIPPEE!
This week was full of people being sick...not me-not yet anyway!
When I get back it will be hubby's birthday. Sunday will be busy just catching up & getting ready for the new week & the new month!
This week was full of people being sick...not me-not yet anyway!
When I get back it will be hubby's birthday. Sunday will be busy just catching up & getting ready for the new week & the new month!
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Sunday update
I saved $6.08 in coupons @ Walmart yesterday. We filled a grocery cart there for $139. Dale was pleased, so yay! I'm thinking there could have been ways to do better, but I guess it's all baby steps!
I read a book ( from the library) called Jenna's Cowboy Hero by Brenda Minton. I didnt know til after I read it that this was a series & I missed book 1. So, if you are going to try this start with A Cowboy's Heart by Brenda Minton. This book probably wasnt the best written book I"ve ever read, but I loved the characters & the story! I will prob read the 1st book.
Today is the Colt's AFC Championship game! YIPPEE! GO COlLTS!
Our oldest & his wife will be hainvg dinner with us after the game tonight.
I spent 15 minutes clipping coupons yesterday. What 15 min did you do to bless your household financially?
I read a book ( from the library) called Jenna's Cowboy Hero by Brenda Minton. I didnt know til after I read it that this was a series & I missed book 1. So, if you are going to try this start with A Cowboy's Heart by Brenda Minton. This book probably wasnt the best written book I"ve ever read, but I loved the characters & the story! I will prob read the 1st book.
Today is the Colt's AFC Championship game! YIPPEE! GO COlLTS!
Our oldest & his wife will be hainvg dinner with us after the game tonight.
I spent 15 minutes clipping coupons yesterday. What 15 min did you do to bless your household financially?
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Touching Base
I really havent done much this week. Wiht the 3 day weekend & hubby sick I just havent done much.
I did continue decluttinering the computer room. That's my room of focus for Jan.
I have printed some coupons, did a survey online, received a survey in the mail that I need to do & received some coupons.
I havent been sleeping much so I got 2 library books read this week! Both by Karen Kingsbury. Sarah's song & A Time to Embrace. I loved them both! Sarah's song probably spoke to me more. It had a verse from Proverbs that says " Above all else, guard your heart" That has been my verse for the week.
I havent put any savings down for using the library. Wasnt sure how to do that. But it seems it should go under some kind of savings! lol What do you think?
I did continue decluttinering the computer room. That's my room of focus for Jan.
I have printed some coupons, did a survey online, received a survey in the mail that I need to do & received some coupons.
I havent been sleeping much so I got 2 library books read this week! Both by Karen Kingsbury. Sarah's song & A Time to Embrace. I loved them both! Sarah's song probably spoke to me more. It had a verse from Proverbs that says " Above all else, guard your heart" That has been my verse for the week.
I havent put any savings down for using the library. Wasnt sure how to do that. But it seems it should go under some kind of savings! lol What do you think?
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Jan 11 week in review
Well, I wasnt as good @ posting every day like I had hoped!
Besides the party & the Meijer trip the other thing that happened was we save $50 on auto repairs. I really dont know why, they just knocked $50 off. They told me why, but it didnt make sense. I just said "ok, thanks!" lol They did awesome work & they treated us like royalty!
The other "savings" came in the mail this week in forms of freebies.--got a freebie of Stacy's pita chips-1 0z bag. We havent tried it yet though.
My family ( including adult children who dont live here anymore! lol) are already enjoying things from yesterday's Meijer's trip.
Got a coupon in the mail from vocalpoint.com
The things I did this week that could bring benefits in the future are:
posted my 1st post to kijiji.com--boys clothes for $10. I have no idea what i"m doing so I"m starting out small there.
took a cvs survey to get a coupon for $5 off a $30 purchase.
ordered more samples/freebies
Did Publishers Clearing House
Did cheerios.com
signed up for Psst at GeneralMills.com
signed up for Bzzgent.com
did Inbox Dollars
signed up for whymilk.com
Mypoints
swagbucks.com
Besides the party & the Meijer trip the other thing that happened was we save $50 on auto repairs. I really dont know why, they just knocked $50 off. They told me why, but it didnt make sense. I just said "ok, thanks!" lol They did awesome work & they treated us like royalty!
The other "savings" came in the mail this week in forms of freebies.--got a freebie of Stacy's pita chips-1 0z bag. We havent tried it yet though.
My family ( including adult children who dont live here anymore! lol) are already enjoying things from yesterday's Meijer's trip.
Got a coupon in the mail from vocalpoint.com
The things I did this week that could bring benefits in the future are:
posted my 1st post to kijiji.com--boys clothes for $10. I have no idea what i"m doing so I"m starting out small there.
took a cvs survey to get a coupon for $5 off a $30 purchase.
ordered more samples/freebies
Did Publishers Clearing House
Did cheerios.com
signed up for Psst at GeneralMills.com
signed up for Bzzgent.com
did Inbox Dollars
signed up for whymilk.com
Mypoints
swagbucks.com
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