Whole Foods- Although this amazing grocery store gets a bad rap for being overly prized and full of wealthy organic loving vegans, the addition of a paycheck into my life has lured me in. Much to my content, I have actually discovered a bargain or too. For example, tonight's dinner was a ready made meal that involved popping a family sized portion of goodness into the oven for 15 minutes. At the ding of the timer, out came grilled teriyaki chicken, brown rice pilaf, and a roasted vegetable medley. Accompanied by a huge "side" salad, this meal rung up at a shy $14.99! Do I sound like a salesman?
Mint.com- I sort of remember having some kind of daydream that involved J. Crew shopping sprees, monthly manis and pedis, and oh ya, long weekends filled with skiing and visiting friends far away. This delusion of my life as a career woman quickly faded with the arrival of bills and reality of student loans. I found this wonderful website that organizes your finances for you... and yes, it's legitimate and secure. It took me a good half hour to set up, but the end product is a program that pulls information from my bank, credit card, loans, and retirement plans so that I can see where my hard earned money is going! This tool has helped me set a budget and account for my spending. Wow, I feel like a real grown up!
Fires- It seems like the running theme of the past several weeks has been the frigid, below average temperatures. While extra layers and Uggs have been paramount to braving the elements, it isn't until I bunker down in the evenings that I can pull out my secret weapon to staying warm. Nothing spells cozy like dancing flames, crackles and pops, and the heat put out by a generously fueled fire. Courtesy of Lumberjack Daddy, my firewood made the 300 mile journey from 101 East Tazewell's.. and that's enough to warm my soul.
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