by Rachel Albang | Jun 30, 2018 | Spending Less on Your Home, Uncategorized
I pretty much always have music of some sort on the brain. Sometimes my own, sometimes classic oldies’ rock (yesterday’s song out of the blue was 38 Special’s Second Chance – “When love makes a sound, a heart needs a second chance”). And I...
by Rachel Albang | Jun 14, 2018 | Spending Less on Entertainment, Uncategorized
My recent successful journey into saving on entrees was contrasted by the rising cost of going out for a simple treat. Ironically, it was on the way home from our grocery shopping trip, where we bought food for 16 entrees and more for $20, when we were tempted to stop...
by Rachel Albang | Apr 8, 2016 | House Expenses, Uncategorized
Ah, the beauty of spring, my favourite time. I’m looking out from my office into a lovely backyard with trees and blossoms galore, appreciating what I see, especially as it will only be for a couple of more months. There’s a darling little apple tree that my husband...
by Rachel Albang | Dec 17, 2015 | Budgeting, Encouraging Saving, Spending Less at Christmas, Uncategorized
Welcome to Happy Holiday Savings Part Three! Last week we touched on several ideas including gifts for those in need whether locally or internationally. Speaking of helping those in need, it’s always fun to watch the classic “A Christmas Carol”, in black and white...
