tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post944449892906028501..comments2024-03-13T04:34:25.047-07:00Comments on Living Rich On The Cheap: This Week in Living Rich On The CheapCheapchickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-54521108653594027252013-12-19T19:38:00.341-08:002013-12-19T19:38:00.341-08:00Crazy, what was even crazier was that the charge w...Crazy, what was even crazier was that the charge was only $10. I was expecting something much higher - but it seems they charged something at Nathans hotdogs (*which we don't even have in Canada) Cheers!Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-87042970703216917832013-12-19T19:37:05.671-08:002013-12-19T19:37:05.671-08:00Merry Christmas to you Linda! Cheers!Merry Christmas to you Linda! Cheers!Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-16625905750590441322013-12-19T19:36:35.669-08:002013-12-19T19:36:35.669-08:00Cheers Mitchell - yes, mother seems unnaturally cl...Cheers Mitchell - yes, mother seems unnaturally close to the rum this moving/holiday season. Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-51251061044111266322013-12-19T19:35:50.050-08:002013-12-19T19:35:50.050-08:00I am a little suspicious after our trip to the USA...I am a little suspicious after our trip to the USA as heard on TV tonight all Target USA charges may have had credit card info leaked. We definitely spent money there on our trip this fall. Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-55994344303363390232013-12-19T19:34:47.963-08:002013-12-19T19:34:47.963-08:00That is the only good thing about postage going up...That is the only good thing about postage going up - maybe less junk mail? Cheers!Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-49373598370068295522013-12-19T19:34:17.175-08:002013-12-19T19:34:17.175-08:00One of my goals in the New Year is to give somethi...One of my goals in the New Year is to give something, even something small every month to a different charity. Its important! She also surprised me in the move, apparently she has been making blackberry brandy which is just about ready to crack open - this weekend so she says!Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-19063303116358216622013-12-19T19:33:03.816-08:002013-12-19T19:33:03.816-08:00What a nice idea that your school does. I am so h...What a nice idea that your school does. I am so happy that Mom is finally going to be living within a five minute walk. We have worked towards this for several years as the idea was there even before we moved to the island. Cheers and Merry Christmas!Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-33296649138093797552013-12-19T19:31:43.558-08:002013-12-19T19:31:43.558-08:00Well done - I like to stay out of the stores the l...Well done - I like to stay out of the stores the last two weeks before Christmas as it is bloody crazy, both in the store and the parking lotsCheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-22572691502939285432013-12-19T19:31:00.916-08:002013-12-19T19:31:00.916-08:00I agree they have to do something but I believe pr...I agree they have to do something but I believe privatization is the only way as the Government has run Canada Post into the ground - that and the bloody unions which in the end only caused more people to lose their jobs.Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-10343163802082889522013-12-19T19:30:04.953-08:002013-12-19T19:30:04.953-08:00So busy, so tired. I don't want to move anyon...So busy, so tired. I don't want to move anyone for the next 10 years!Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-26141849987409184122013-12-19T19:29:32.238-08:002013-12-19T19:29:32.238-08:00You too Margy! I hope at some point they privatiz...You too Margy! I hope at some point they privatize Canada Post then hopefully things will get better (*like the liquor stores in Alberta which after privatization are much better than before and prices are not higher)Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-79683017665156832372013-12-19T19:28:27.148-08:002013-12-19T19:28:27.148-08:00Thanks - we all survived and she is very tired but...Thanks - we all survived and she is very tired but happy. I didn't think we could pull it off but it happened. Cheers!Cheapchickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15158208632054014311noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-20471231463909519282013-12-15T15:52:29.560-08:002013-12-15T15:52:29.560-08:00I have to agree with Theresa - they have to do som...I have to agree with Theresa - they have to do something. Canada Post is losing millions of dollars because of the decrease in mail volume, high wages, boomers retiring and likely other inefficiencies. I suspect if this crown agency was privatized it would mean further increases to the consumer while still looking for bail-outs from taxpayers - Air Canada comes to mind as an example!Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14830693632469690764noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-14816555597658750682013-12-15T08:48:57.335-08:002013-12-15T08:48:57.335-08:00Wishing you a smooth transition with your mother&#...Wishing you a smooth transition with your mother's house sale and that she will be happy in her new condo. How inspiring to help a "neighbour" in need and that there are people who try to help those who don't qualify in a tangible way. And you're so right that charity shouldnt be assigned to just one month of the year. Here here!Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08956716368707768659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-71470505199760654262013-12-14T09:22:59.846-08:002013-12-14T09:22:59.846-08:00Credit cards, can't live with them or without ...Credit cards, can't live with them or without them. Canada Post really surprised me with no home delivery. I worry about the elderly trying to live at home. My mom would not have been able to get her own mail. I guess friends and family can help the elderly, but it is just one more thing they have to contend with. We gave to a charity in Powell River that puts together baskets for families that fall into the gap between too much money to get assistance, and not enough to make it through. Have a great Christmas! - MargyPowell River Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17580698518291129041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-3110115780664792902013-12-12T19:17:45.696-08:002013-12-12T19:17:45.696-08:00Wow super busy! You are getting so much done--gre...Wow super busy! You are getting so much done--great job!Cash Only Livinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13658816214856647685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-23968445888714213332013-12-12T12:58:09.807-08:002013-12-12T12:58:09.807-08:00Sounds like everything is moving in the right dire...Sounds like everything is moving in the right direction. Wish we had a little more shopping done. Hopefully we will get close tomorrow. Cute Cupcake Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06961331724235412834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-67669822819868689482013-12-12T12:30:17.287-08:002013-12-12T12:30:17.287-08:00I have to disagree about the money grab comment. C...I have to disagree about the money grab comment. Canada post is circling the drain. If they do not do this, and take much more drastic measures, they will die. Plain and simple. Canada Post employees do not have a secure future to be sure.Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02410176479138340024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-78906453532091445172013-12-12T09:11:41.905-08:002013-12-12T09:11:41.905-08:00Something our school does in addition to year roun...Something our school does in addition to year round fund-raising is each classroom takes on an advent project to benefit those less fortunate. My class is helping Ark Aid Mission who provides meals, warm clothing and hygiene products to homeless teens. We filled a big box with hats, gloves, toothbrushes, toothpaste and deoderant - even those of us who don't have a lot can still contribute a tube of toothpaste and feel good about themselves. <br />You've got a big job ahead of you but it will have been so worth it with mom established so close by AND before Christmas too! You will deserve a nice rest (and a rum punch!) after you are done!Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02803104035204416080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-55571938934356024262013-12-12T08:54:12.234-08:002013-12-12T08:54:12.234-08:00Amen-charity is for year round. I too, have found ...Amen-charity is for year round. I too, have found out about a few people in need. We are seeing what we can do for them. I pray that I can help as many as possible.<br />And I LIKE your mother's style!!!!!! Liquor and moving!!!!Sonya Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01985227040902078422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-38073091242058416512013-12-12T05:45:00.411-08:002013-12-12T05:45:00.411-08:00A little drinky or two will make the move go with ... A little drinky or two will make the move go with a smile!<br />We are in a rural area so our door to door isn't affected..phew! How else would we get those annoying flyers?!<br />Jane xJane and Chrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08102086552682194819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-68607163129216761912013-12-12T05:14:57.899-08:002013-12-12T05:14:57.899-08:00Wow! Canada post really does suck. I had no idea i...Wow! Canada post really does suck. I had no idea it was so expensive.<br />As for credit cards, I have alerts set so that I get an email sent to me if a charge goes through over a certain amount. Plus I pay for a monthly service that monitors mine and hubby's credit and alerts us if any changes occur...like a new account being opened or a credit check of any kind. Happy to hear your mom's sale is progressing.Lorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15328674280714013955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-44886852753555587542013-12-11T23:46:49.908-08:002013-12-11T23:46:49.908-08:00Rum! I love how your mother prioritizes.
Good f...Rum! I love how your mother prioritizes. <br /><br />Good for you regarding the charity work. The best part of the holidays.<br /><br />Our credit card company is diligent, too. They are constantly denying OUR charges!Moving with Mitchellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12954028272162285597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-52582584876442655542013-12-11T21:59:47.620-08:002013-12-11T21:59:47.620-08:00You certainly have a lot on your plate and still m...You certainly have a lot on your plate and still manage to have a good attitude!! You, GO!! girl! So happy your mom is doing well and getting to have a nice condo. If I lived near enough I would join her in a drink - or two! My sister, Nita, loves rum!<br /><br />One year we spent December in Scotland - Amber and Mike lived in Aberdeen for a year. Someone 'stole' our credit card info and charged up a storm - all charges in the North East part of the US while WE were in Scotland. I found it quickly by checking my info online.<br /><br />I will say Merry Christmas right now because I no longer send Christmas cards. I guess I have slacked off more and more over the last 10 years and am at zero now!<br /><br />You hang in there, little lady! You are doing a great job!Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09623820316056914224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2302691153455448442.post-57654709176834462282013-12-11T20:27:33.664-08:002013-12-11T20:27:33.664-08:00Tanner just caught a charge for over 700.00 on her...Tanner just caught a charge for over 700.00 on her card to! I guess its the season but I will never understand some ppl!!!!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com