How to buy Electronics for cheap.

How to buy Electronics for cheap.



There are so many ways you can get cheap electronic products such as; phones, computers, cameras, and etc.  I purchase a lot of my computers refurbished and they work like a charm.

I have been purchasing refurbished products for over ten years and only two times I have been disappointed.  You can save so much money by buying this way because some of these products are floor models or they are returns that they restored to working order.

My laptop computer was purchased last year for a mere $100.00 with no sales tax or shipping and it was brought from eBay.  It looked completely new when I received it and has not given me any problems.

Lately, I have been looking into buying an Ipad and I saw one on Wish.com and they had one starting at $125.00 and I think this will be the next thing I will buy.  They even had iPhones for great prices that cannot be beaten.

A family member of mines said that she is afraid to buy refurbished products. The key is to only purchase from retailers that have a generous return policy just in case something does go wrong.



Some products even have a warranty that will cover you for a couple of years.  This a great way to get everything that you want but not pay top dollar for it.

Places that carry refurbished goods are......

• eBay
• Best Buy
• Amazon
• Overstock
• Wish
• Sears
• Walmart
• Newegg
• Target
• Staples

A Dollar can go a long way at Dollar Tree.

A Dollar can go a long way at Dollar Tree.

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There are so many ways to save money and one of the top ways is by shopping at Dollar Tree.  You can really save a bundle.  There are many videos on YouTube that show you how to turn your Dollar Tree finds into something really beautiful.

I have heard some people saying that you cannot find anything of quality from a Dollar Store but you really can.  Check out some of the product reviews for Dollar Tree products and you will get a review that is truthful and you will find out about how to use these products and they will also tell you about
some of the products that they didn't care much for.

You are not taking any chances when shopping at Dollar Tree because you are only risking a dollar so it isn't no big deal.

Below, you will see videos of some of the wonderful things that you can get at Dollar Tree.

How to deal with a financial disaster.

How to deal with a financial disaster.


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Today, you got your pink slip and told that your services are no longer needed.  You put your all into this position and this job was a blessing because you were out of work for two years.  So many things had to be put on the back burner because you had to travel an hour and a half to work because there were not positions located locally.

 To start your job, you had to use your credit cards because you had to charge one thousand dollars to get your professional attire together to start this job, and you needed money to commute.  A lot of money was spent out before you started working and this created debt that you couldn't escape.


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During your time of unemployment, you struggled with depression and no one knew what you were dealing with because you tried your best to not wear your problems on your sleeve. A lot of people thought you were doing well financially because you kept yourself well-groomed while going through the process of financial disaster.

You had contemplated suicide if things did not get any better.  The main thing that you didn't want, was your family to see you as a loser.


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What I want you to know, many of us have dealt with financial ruin even me.

I had to leave an abusive relationship many years ago and I had student loan debt.  Yes, I was embarrassed because I felt like a failure, it was so hard to recover as I had a very small child.

Below, you will see my video regarding this.

It was a day-by-day struggle to make ends meet and yes, I dealt with depression, but as 

I look back I can see that this struggle made me stronger because it gave me the tools that 

I needed to make it through.

I am only telling you this because you lost your job which is a very serious thing but keep pressing on

because God will definitely make a way.  When you are dealing with financial issues, the only way is to go up and you have learned the lessons to keep you from experiencing this ever again.

There will be another job because you have the experience under your belt and hopefully you can find a way not to depend on credit cards because they are " the devil.'

Clue your family members about what you are going through financially, they may even be willing 

to help you, if not financial, maybe lead you to a new job.

Stop being embarrassed about things that are beyond your control.

• Take any help offered to you.  There are many agencies who are willing to help you, you just have to seek them out, some even provide services to help you get back to work.
• Do not wear your clothes around the house that you use for work.  Wear Jeans or sweats and this will prevent you from wearing out or damaging your good clothes.
• Go to the Library and read a lot of books regarding making an impressive resume or books that will teach you skills to make you more employable and attend free workshops.
• Venture out of your area and out of your comfort zone because sometimes the people who you may think are at the lowest part of the totem pole will be the ones who can tell you where to get free training or free food.
• Goodwill, Salvation Army, and The United Way are some places that you can call to see if they know or provide job training or job placement and if they don't they may know who you can call.
• Pray and ask God to be your provider and he will.

    I hope all these tips are helpful and if you know of any more tips that will be helpful to someone who is seeking a job, please feel free to leave them in the comment section.

5 Dollar Tree must- haves.

5 Dollar Tree must-haves. 
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Many of us know that you can get so many things from Dollar Tree.  I have purchased products that have become my favorites.

1. One of the first things that I look for at Dollar Tree is Body wash.  This store has a great variety and they have Body wash in some fabulous scents.  You can stock up on your favorites without biting into your weekly or monthly budget.


2. You cannot go wrong with Dollar Tree's Shampoo and Conditioner.  They have a large variety of the best products for Volumizing, Clarifying,  and hydrating your hair.  You can find the one that I use here from Dollar Tree.



3.  I love this Dust Pan, you don't have to bend over and strain your back and it is only a Dollar, which means that you can never go wrong with this one.



4.  I love getting my Glassware from Dollar Tree because it is pretty and affordable and if I happen to drop and break it, I can always go back to Dollar Tree and find a  replacement.  Their Glassware fits any Decor.


5.  I have said on many occasions that I love Dollar Tree LA's Totally Awesome Laundry Detergent.
I have been using this Laundry Detergent for years and I love it so much because you get a good lather with this laundry detergent and it cleans your clothes really well.

  I have never been disappointed in this laundry detergent and I am sure that you won't either.  Go to Dollar Tree and stock up on your favorite formula, all of them work quite well and it cleans on the level of a top-of-the-line laundry detergent and you are only spending a Dollar.  You cannot go wrong at all.  If you are not able to go to your Dollar Tree, then, go to their website and order online.


* This is one of my favorites!

Is Living Off The Grid Means Totally Denying Yourself?

Is Living Off The Grid Means Totally Denying Yourself?



Hello, everyone, as you know I like saving money and living on a budget.  I have even thought about living off the grid and I have a tendency to find alternative ways of doing things to lower my dependence on some of the so-called modern conveniences.

Mind you, I am a city gal through and through.  My Mom always instilled a sense of independence that I could never learn from anyone else.

  She always taught us about survival skills and things that we could do if there was a storm and we couldn't wash clothes because electric went out or maybe you had a loss of a job and you needed clean clothes for an interview, you always had those old-fashioned skills at your disposal.

My Mother didn't shove these ideas down our throats because we had the modern conveniences at home but she came from the South, from another time and place.  A place of struggle but self-reliance and making a way out of no way.

I love and appreciate the values that she instilled in me and my siblings.



I read articles and like checking out Blogs in reference to living off the grid and I have learned a lot more skills regarding this subject but I was really puzzled about some things.

 A lot of people who wash clothes by hand make their family wear the same clothes over and over without washing them because it is so much work washing by hand when you have a big family.

Some clothing items are worn for five or more days without washing and they make claims that you can do this and you will not smell funky.

 I have been around people who believe that they can wear Jeans a week or so and they do not have to wash them because they think that Jeans don't hold an odor but I am here to tell you, that is not true.

I was around a person two weeks ago and they smelled really bad because their Jeans had a horrible body odor.

Getting back to living off the grid; I think that if your family is so large that you are too tired to keep your families clothes clean, you may need to buy a washing machine and do your big loads that way because it does not make any sense to me to send your family out with dirty clothes because you want to live this lifestyle.

Or, if your kids are big enough, delegate a couple days a week for them to help you with this chore.  It is never okay to walk around with dirty clothes or bad hygiene just to save a buck or because you are hell-bent on living off the grid.




If you use your machine for two times a week and hand-wash your clothes the other times it is needed, you would still save money.

You can even find a big barrel to soak your clothes with laundry soap that is slightly dirty and the next day rinses them and hang them out to dry, this works because I have done this many times.

Find ways to make it easy on yourself and still live this self-sufficient lifestyle.

You Can Really Have A Dollar And A Dream With Dollar Tree.

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I have been shopping at Dollar Tree for a long time now and I have found so many deals at this store.  You can get personal care items such as dish soap, laundry detergent, food, storage containers, candy, and etc.

I have seen so many Dollar Tree hauls and I have showcased items that I purchased from Dollar Tree also. This store is a lifesaver when you are having a party and they even have items that you can use for a wedding.

I am a laundry detergent Queen so Dollar Tree helps me to get everything that I need for my home without going over the household budget.

Their stores are popping up everywhere and I think it is a great thing.  Years ago my Aunt said that there is not anything worth anything at the Dollar store but Auntie, you were wrong, I have gotten so many great things at Dollar Tree and it is really a blessing to many of us who are taking the extra money that we are saving to go towards other things that we want.

That is the key, cutting corners in one area to be able to afford other great things such as vacations, luxury items and etc.

One great thing about this store is, you can order many things online so that means that you can stock up on your favorite items without leaving your home.

You can also have your favorites send to your Dollar Tree and pick them up.  Now that is a win-win situation.

Everything Is Just $1 At DollarTree.com!

Are You Afraid To Market Yourself With Affiliate Marketing?

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Are You Afraid To Market Yourself With Affiliate Marketing?

There are many times that I asked myself this question because there is an unspoken stigma to promoting yourself.   I was totally unprepared for the notion of marketing myself or a product without feeling like I was overbearing and overly aggressive.

It never crossed my mind that in all areas of business there is a team that will promote the business or products and even major retailers basically use many methods to sell their items.

Sometimes we can be our own worst enemy because of preconceived notions that are not true.  The fact is, everybody is not going to like your product or your promotional methods but, if they don't someone else will.

You just might have that one product that this person or persons were looking for and you are sitting right here with the opportunity to give them exactly what they were looking for.

I am not going to sit here and lie to you and tell you that "Affiliate Marketing" is a quick way to make money because it is not, there is a lot of work that it involves.

Anything that is truly rewarding involves some work and effort on your part.  

If I told you, that you can make Millions of Dollars in a small amount of time, that would be a lie but what I am going to say is, you can use Affiliate Marketing to help your Blog make money.  The amount depends on you, the effort that you put into it, and that special product that many people are looking for.

The best thing about Affiliate Marketing is the fact that you do not have to pay any money out of your pocket to start it, and if anyone tells you that you have to, is feeding you a pack of lies.  Do your research and search for Affiliate companies that are known to be trustworthy.

Right now, I am with this company and you can check it out and see if it is right for you.  

Are You Too Nice Or Naive For Social Media??

Are You Too Nice Or Naive For Social Media?



Ladies and Gentlemen, as you know, I do this kind of blog post on a consistent basis because it is needed because of problems with Trolls is an ongoing occurrence.

You cannot believe anything a troll tells you because they are miserable and constantly looking for attention.  I cannot grasp the concept of being a troll because what can you possibly get out of being annoying and ignorant?

Is your life so boring that you have to come to someone's social media page to cause some kind of disturbance or controversy?

Trolls are a poor excuse for a human being because sometimes they are posting things on your page and it has nothing to do with the subject or they will repeat the same words and phrases over and over again.

Most trolls are mentally unstable and you have to really be careful not to give out too much personal information online.

Do not fall for "pie in the sky" offers because no one is going to give you anything and you should know that.  You have to work and earn the things that you want out of life.

Do not get friendly online with people you do not know.  Trolls are looking to tear your life apart just to laugh and make fun of you.

If you are too naive to be on social media you should take a break for a while and also research how to conduct yourself online, and signs that you are dealing with a troll, and how to keep from being scammed.

Never give out personal information like account login information.  Do not let anyone set up personal accounts because they will have your login info unless you permanently change it.

Do not give an online friend very personal information because, at some point, they may use it against you.



Never lend money to someone you met online because they could just be scamming you.

Don't fall for "off the wall" business offers!  Investigate online friends professionally, before meeting in person.

There is no such thing as getting something for nothing, ever!  Report all trolls and ignore and block them from your social media pages once and for all.

Tide Challenge, Are They All The Same, Which One Is Better??

Hello, everyone, this is my video featuring my Tide Challenge.  I purchased many different types of Tide Laundry Detergent in search of the one that outperforms all the others.  In this video, you will see Tide Laundry Detergent from other countries.  Later, I will do a comparison between the Tide detergent to see which one is the best.

Small Dollar Store Haul From My Favorite Local Dollar Store

Hello, everyone, this is my latest Dollar Store haul.  I love the dollar store because I can always find good deals on household supplies such as; Tide, Ajax, Purex Laundry Detergent, and etc.

I know Dollar Tree is very popular and I love that store but you can sometimes find better deals at local dollar stores in your area.  Some of these stores have closeouts so you can get some extreme deals that you cannot find anywhere else.

City Dwellers, I Am In Love With Lyft!

City Dwellers, I Am In Love With Lyft!



Ladies and Gentlemen, it is no secret but I am a city girl through and through.  It is so expensive to live in the city where I live and there are some advantages and disadvantages.  We pay top rates for rent and property taxes.

The good thing about living in a city is the fact that you can have a car but you can live without a car because it is very easy to get around and that saves us money.  There are trains and buses that are very accessible.  Parking in a city is a major headache!

There are services such as Lyft and Uber that make traveling without a car so much easier.  This weekend I had access to Lyft and it was my first time trying it and I have to say " what the heck was I waiting for".  My ride showed up in minutes and the car that picked me up was really beautiful.

I wasn't sure about using these services before and I can see that it is an added blessing to get around 24 hours a day.  Will I get another car?  One day I will, but Lyft is very affordable and I can see where it could be good for senior citizens who are no longer driving to have a way to get around.

Maybe you are going out on the town and you need a ride home, with Lyft that is possible and you do not have to rely on anyone else to get you to your destination.

So, do not be like me, slow to the game, use Lyft and you will love it!