Is it karma? I mentioned that I had a shiny degree in yesterday’s post. Today, when I checked my mail with my son, we discovered a mailing tube from my (now) alma mater. I also received a letter from the registrar. Here are my observations: 1. They print doctoral degrees on larger paper than bachelor’s degrees. I wonder if this is a plot by framing companies, since I would have to pay more money if I want to frame it. I also realized today that I have no idea where my bachelor’s degree or high school diploma are. 2. ...
Monthly Archives: June 2008
Big changes, perhaps
Having a kid changes everything. Before our son was born, we altered our financial plan. Currently, we are still saving for retirement. We have an emergency savings, but our debt hasn’t been dissolving at a fast pace. Until now, we have been ok with this. That’s because of the plan. The plan was for me to get a job when our son started school. With my shiny degree, we figured that I could find something. That salary would be used to pay down debt and then accelerate our savings. Good stuff. Now we are thinking of homeschooling. Big change...
Craft stores make great discount toy stores
Until I had a kid of my own, I never realized what a great resource craft stores could be for toys. Not only do they have some great hands-on gifts and crafts for kids, but most of the larger craft store chains will print coupons in the Sunday paper for 40%-50% off of a single regular priced item. Here are just a couple of things I have found: 1. Christmas gifts for my niece: She is creative, and always loves the things we send – I have been able to purchase the large art kits (with pens, markers, crayons,...
Free books for kids from Dolly Parton
We are regular visitors to our local library. A month or so ago, I was a little surprised to see Dolly Parton’s smiling face on a brochure at the children’s desk. After a moment of wondering how Dolly manages to look exactly the same as she did 25 years ago, curiosity got the best of me and I picked up the brochure. Dolly, bless her soul, has started a program called the Imagination Library. This program partners with local communities to provide free books (1 per month) for any child under the age of 5 who signs up. Here...
Quote for thought #4
“Follow the three R’s: Respect for self, respect for others and responsibility for all your actions.” Author: Dalai Lama
