Archive for May, 2010

Family & Kids»

Free Memorial Day Events in Houston

To kick off the beginning of summer, the Bounce Energy Blog lists some popular events going around Texas on Memorial Day weekend that involve food, music, and fun. Here are a list of other activities happening this weekend that won't break that bank [...]

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Home Services»

Moving on a Budget

Summer is the season for lazy afternoons by the pool, backyard grilling, and baseball games. With the school season over and the warm temperatures, most people also choose this time of the year to move to a new house. I never actually moved by myself [...]

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Personal Finance»

Learning to Budget and Control Your Personal Finances with Mint.com

Granted, there is no surefire way that an online money management/personal finance platform can help you save money both short and long term, but it can teach you how to save money as well as provide promotions and offers (as Mint.com does) to help y [...]

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Events, Family & Kids, News, Tips & Information»

Good Ol’ American Pastime

K-I-C-K-B-A-L-L! Yes kickball is back for all. This summer those of us that are 21 years of age and older can participate in a national kickball league. I have played one of the divisions for the past 2 years. There are college graduates to grandpare [...]

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Family & Kids, For Moms, Shopping Tips»

Storage Ideas From Your Nearby Dollar Store

There are so many items that are sold at the Dollar Store that I really do forget and should definitely take advantage of. Also, there are things that might seem “not useful” but in reality can be worked into something else. Plastics bins can be [...]

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Personal Finance»

Why an IRA is a Smart Investment Now

Even in a tough economy, investing smart for retirement can actually help you save in the short term. Take an Individual Retirement Account or IRA, a perfect example of simple but smart investing that offers an important, money saving advantage in ta [...]

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