Archive > April 2009

Deliciously Deflated….or Inescapable Inflation?

Greetings Everyone,
For those whose haven’t been with us since Day One, I began my blogging with articles discussing both Inflation and Deflation.  Most of you are feeling the effects of deflation this very day.  Basically, the cost of things is coming down, and your dollar can go further towards buying stuff.  In nearly every instance, [...]

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What the Crock?… or “Grandpa’s Stew”

What’s Up Everyone?
This next crockpot recipe is a big hit with folks who like sauerkraut.  It also seems to go over well with older folks, who don’t care for uber-spicy or overly chewy concoctions.  I named it “Grandpa’s Stew” because my Grandpa requested something softer, without a ton of pepper, and which had beans.  Pretty [...]

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Feed a Crowd….Exploring Wedding Food Options

G’mornin Reader-ino’s,
When it came to my wedding budget, food ate a huge piece of the pie (get it?  I’m funny!).  In fact, the reception food, pre-ceremony food for the wedding party, Groom’s dinner, and napkins/plates/cups took up 28% of my wedding/reception budget (not including the honeymoon).
As most of you know, my wedding is coming round [...]

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Wedding & Engagement Pre-Planning 101

Greetings Everyone,
As my wedding is knocking down the door, I am now in a position to reflect backwards a little bit and give the newly-engaged a few places to start.
Deep breath: this stuff is only a starting point meant to make your life easier down the road.  Feel free to print some of this off, [...]

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