Water Is life- sustaining!

Water is life-sustaining!

We all use water whether it is bottled water or water that readily runs from our faucet.  Water is used to tidy up our homes, water our plants, wash our cars, and to keep our bodies clean.

A lot of times we take having water for granted.  I learned so much about appreciating water when the Hurricanes occurred last year.  There were definitely shortages and it really made me think of what I would do if I didn't have water to replenish my body.

Many times we get caught up in brands of bottled water.  Are we really sure where this water is coming from?  I drink bottled water too but water coming from the faucet is definitely not beneath me.  If you are concerned about the water in your area, please contact your local water company.


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All life forms depend on water for their very survival.  There are no animals or fish without water.  We must learn how to protect our waterways and learn to respect water because it is important for survival.

The weather forecast has predicted some storms this year and it would be a good idea for us all to prepare now by filling some jugs of water to keep on hand just in case we are affected.  Because you never know where it will hit this year.

Even if you do not drink the water, you will be able to flush your toilet with it and wash up with it. You can also share with a sick or elderly neighbor.



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A friend of mines told me to drink a glass of water as soon as I wake up in the Morning to replenish and to keep my body more PH balanced. I tried it and it made me feel so much better.

Water is also good to drink if you are experiencing problems with your skin. It will help to keep your skin clear.

Give your kids water bottles when you take them out for the day so they don't ask for soda or juice.  If you make it a habit they will learn to drink more water.

Make sure to check your pet's water bowl to make sure that water is always on hand for your pet.

If you see someone polluting our water source, please report it to the authorities.

Get a Brita filter pitcher to use the free water that we were blessed with.

Treat water like a precious jewel because it is.  Respect the Earth and you will be rewarded with clean water and fresh air.


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Sticking to a budget can save your finances.

Sticking to a budget can save your finances.


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America is a nation of spenders and many of us have been taught that it is okay to survive paycheck to paycheck.  This mindset is totally unhealthy because it puts you in a position of stagnation and poverty.

Many people are poverty stricken and you would never know that they are because they dress very well and drive the best cars.

They do not turn down any invitations to social events and trips that they very well know that they cannot afford.

People like this will never admit to you and others that they are broke so they just pile debt on top of debt.

Some broke people even scoff at other broke people because they look broke and they are not trying to "keep up with the Joneses."

I find that most people living in poverty or have a poverty mindset think they are entitled to live a certain way, they buy the most expensive things and they never try to save money.

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How many much more clothes do you need if you have a lot of clothes laying around and you are not wearing them?  You have one hundred pairs of shoes but you are constantly buying new shoes, that equates having a spending problem.  Every year you keep buying the same things over and over when that extra money could be used to pay down your debt.

We want more and more but instead of trying to bring in more money we take that credit card and add on more worry and aggravation to your life.

Below, is a lady that I just started to check out her videos and she will show you how to budget.  Check out her videos to learn how to accomplish your goal of getting out of debt.

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.