Flu.gov

Flu.gov

For those of you who might be worried about H1N1 flu, or even the regular flu. There is now this lovely site that gives you all sorts of wonderful information. Including an online quiz to see if you have H1N1. Though it is a very short quiz. It is also in favor of the Vaccine. (I have a complete fear of needles, so I try to avoid them at all costs.) But it does have further information on the differences between the two types of flu that are going around lately.

If It Prints, I’ll Let You Know – Printer & Ink Cartridges Blog – Save Money With Online Printer Cartridge Coupons

If It Prints, I’ll Let You Know – Printer & Ink Cartridges Blog – Save Money With Online Printer Cartridge Coupons

Most people get their printer cartridges from stores, office stores, chain stores such as target, or even your local drugstores have them these days, one way to save money is to check online.  This blog talks about how you can save 30%-50% on the cost of Ink Cartridges from sites online. Personally I get mine from Amazon.com.  My printer takes 6 different individual cartridges, and last time I had to get them they were $14.95 for all 6. They start at about $10.00 a piece in the stores, even in stores that specialize in Printer Supplies.

Some people say that you can save money by refilling cartridges. In my experience, they don't last as long when being refilled. (I work for a place that refills them too)  But even that isn't as cheap as getting them online.

How To Get Rid Of an Ice Cream Headache Video | General Cooking Videos | Howcast.com

How To Get Rid Of an Ice Cream Headache Video | General Cooking Videos | Howcast.com

I saw this in my email, and thought this was to funny not to post. It's one of those problems almost everyone has, though it's not very serious.

How To Get Rid Of an Ice Cream Headache on Howcast

Build Your Own Wire Photo Wall - DIY - Lifehacker

Build Your Own Wire Photo Wall - DIY - Lifehacker
This blog has a lovely idea on how to display photo & artwork. Lately If you check out the prices of frames, they can be expensive. This is a great modern way of showing off artwork & photos.
Check out the full blog post

New Chicago area code 872 goes into effect Nov. 7 - Message from Montie

New Chicago area code 872 goes into effect Nov. 7 - Message from Montie


Well as Chicago has been growing, it's time for yet another area code! Wee! The new one will be 872, and will cover.

The new area code, 872, will be used in the same geographic region. The 872 area code will be inChicago zones 1, 2, 5 and 11, locations where 312 and 773 area codes are used regularly as well. Keep in mind that people may use their cellular phones as a landline, and cell phone numbers will require the same dialing process: 1 + area code + phone number. I believe even if you are in the same area code, you will need to start dialing the area code.

Top 6 Ways to Cut Family Food Budget � Regal Springs Tilapia Blog

Top 6 Ways to Cut Family Food Budget � Regal Springs Tilapia Blog

1. Try going meatless a few days a week and eat more salads and soups instead.

If your family is of the ‘meat and potatoes’ variety, you might want to start by cutting meat out of the menu just one day a week. Replace it with beans, tofu, or eggs. Once they’re used to this, increase the non-meat offering to two days a week and see if anyone notices. Another way to get even more out of a dollar: cook dried beans in your crock pot instead of buying canned. It saves you from excess sodium too!

2. Start your own garden to grow your own vegetables and herbs.

This takes a little more effort, but if you can manage it, gardening can save quite a lot of money. I have a friend with more cantaloupes than she knows what to do with. Personally, I have had more luck with herbs than actual fruits and vegetables, but that’s resulted in savings too. Herbs are expensive at the store. Having them fresh in my backyard means I’m making more of those recipes I used to skip over because of the pricey ingredients.

3. Make your own snacks with goodies like fruits, nuts, and pretzels.

To take this a step further, when fruits and veggies are in season or on sale - buy them. Buy lots of them and tell your family that’s the Snack of the Week. For those salty snacks, buy in bulk and package in plastic baggies for the lunches. That will save you bundles!

4. Utilize leftovers to the fullest … don’t let anything become unnecessary waste.

I work at home, and I LOOOOOVE me some leftovers (<- that’s me trying to be Southern) so this one’s easy for me. Think twice before you toss anything out. Veggies can always be used in a salad. Almost any kind of meats can be mixed into a chimichanga. And leftover scrambled eggs are great in fried rice or in a flour tortilla.

5. Cook in large batches to increase efficiency and prepare all meals weeks in advance.

If it can be doubled, double it. Then freeze it. If it’s good enough for [insert favorite purveyor of frozen food here], it’s good enough for you.

6. Maximize the use of a freezer to save food for as long as possible.

See #5 above, but also buy meat on sale. I cannot tell you how much money I’ve saved doing this one simple thing. Find out when the meat gets marked down at your grocery store and then buy it! You can easily save 20%-30% - and sometimes more - this way. Take the meat home and put it immediately into the freezer. You don’t have to have one of those super duty models. Most standard freezers hold plenty. The trick is to plan your weekly menus based on what you have in the freezer, and always be on the lookout for new discounted meat to replace it.

Planting Garlic

Someone recently asked about planting Garlic on a mailing list I am on, and this made me poke around on the internet and find this. I was initially looking to see what they planted. Think I will try to snag some of my sisters Garlic cloves and plant them this winter.

Prolonging the life of your Shaving Razor Blade

How Many Times Can You Use a Razor Blade to Shave? - The Cheapskate Blog - TIME.com

With the rising cost on most consumer products these days, it doesn't hurt to try to save in every possible way you can. One way is if you shave to reuse disposable razors. WiseBread.com offers tips on prolonging the life of your razor blade. Including some lesser known ways of prolonging the life of your razor, such as sharpening them with a pair of Jeans or Coating your Razor... Read More

Omaha.com - The Omaha World-Herald: Community - School, bank offer Money 101

Omaha.com - The Omaha World-Herald: Community - School, bank offer Money 101

This is a great idea, I run into young adults in their early 20s who have no idea on the basics of a bank accounts and general financial items.

A Tip for helping stop the spread of Germs.

With Flu Season coming up again, it's important to be mindful of Germs. One way to help keep from getting tons of Germs, carry a package of wipes around in your car and wipe your hands down well after you come out of store or other places.